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OUR TEAM
Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are always utilizing their skills and passion to move the vision of our organization forward. Always pushing themselves to stay ahead of the curve and striving to perfect the Lugar Center's programs. Meet some of our incredible leaders below.
All-Babies Initiative Manager
Heather has an extensive background in social services including many years with DCS, before joining Union in 2017, as a case manager with maternal child services. Heather is passionate about supporting children and families to reach their full potential.
Heather Anderson
Executive Director
From growing up in Africa to his experiences across the Midwest, Hicham is dedicated to leading initiatives aimed at addressing barriers that inordinately affect rural communities, with a particular emphasis on sustainable and replicable solutions that improve outcomes.
Hicham Rahmouni
Project Manager
Coming soon
Autumn Fenner
Project Manager
Casey is a Registered Dietitian with prior experiences as a WIC Nutritionist and dietetics educator in western Pennsylvania and Indiana State University. She is passionate about nutrition education and advocacy for underserved populations, particularly regarding food insecurity.
Dr. Cassondra Strawser
Director of Vigo County School Corp. Coordinated Health Program
I am a Registered Dietitian with a passion for serving the community. My career mission is to
promote preventative health initiatives to improve health outcomes by focusing on the youth and
their family construct.
Annie Noble
Medical Director
A "Country Doctor" for 33 years, Jim Turner, D.O., is Board Certified in Family and Addiction Medicine. A UHFMR graduate, he holds faculty appointments at the Univ. of Illinois College of Medicine, Indiana Univ. School of Medicine, and Marian University. Since 2013 he has served on the Vigo County Board of Health.