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LEAD announces resignation of CEO
Andrea Runge
[March 31, 2026]
Lincoln, IL — The Lincoln
Economic Advancement & Development (LEAD) Board of Directors today
announced that Chief Executive Officer Andrea Runge has submitted
her resignation, effective March 31, 2026. Runge has accepted a
position that will allow her to further her impact on the
development of rural economies.
Runge has served as CEO for the past five years, during which time
she led transformative efforts focused on sustainable economic
development, community engagement, and regional collaboration. Her
tenure has been marked by key initiatives including the advancement
of redevelopment plans for the Lincoln Developmental Center, support
for workforce pathways, and the creation of new opportunities for
local entrepreneurs and residents.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors, we extend our deepest
gratitude to Andrea for her visionary leadership and unwavering
commitment to LEAD and the Lincoln community,” said Dolan Dalpoas,
Chair of the LEAD Board. “Andrea has helped reshape how we think
about economic development by focusing on the strengths and
potential within our community. Her impact will be felt for years to
come.”
In her resignation letter, Runge reflected on her time at LEAD and
expressed appreciation for the partnerships and progress achieved
during her tenure. "LEAD has given me something rare: the chance to
pursue my purpose at the highest level. For that, I will carry a
deep and lasting gratitude toward the Board of Directors and the
Lincoln community — for your faith, your courage, and your
willingness to leap forward, together, toward something new,
authentic, and enduring. I cannot wait to witness what this next
chapter holds for LEAD and for Lincoln."
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The LEAD Board of Directors will begin a search for a new Chief
Executive Officer in the very near future. Additional details
regarding the transition and interim leadership, if applicable, will
be shared as they become available.
“We are confident in LEAD’s strong foundation and the dedicated team
that will continue advancing its mission,” added Dalpoas. “We look
forward to identifying the next leader who will build upon this
momentum and guide LEAD into its next chapter.”
[Dolan Dalpoas]
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