Articles from Durham Exchange Club Industries, Inc.

Durham Exchange Club Industries, Inc. (DECI), a self-supporting non-profit dedicated to serving adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Durham County, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christina “Chrissy” Sailstad as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 15, 2026. Chrissy will be succeeding Alan Wayne who has subsequently joined the DECI Board of Directors after serving 36 years at DECI, including a 20-year tenure as President and CEO. In her new role, Chrissy will be responsible for the overall management of DECI and achievement of organizational goals, including financial performance, program services, production, operations, customer service, facilities, human resources, business and information technology, as well as marketing and public relations. Positioned as first in command, Chrissy will oversee business development and growth of DECI staff, clients, advocates, and associates, and ensure the overall success of organizational objectives determined in conjunction with the Board of Directors.