WILMA’s Leadership Institute: Meet Kylie Wright
Snapshot of this year's Leadership Institute members
WILMA’s 2025 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each others’ personal board of directors.
The program is part of the WILMA Leadership Initiative, created to help develop more women leaders in our area.
Meet institute member KYLIE WRIGHT.
Kylie Wright
Title: Residential Services Director
Company: Domestic Violence Shelter & Services, Inc.
How long have you been with your current employer? 3 years
Alma Mater: University of North Carolina Wilmington
Prior career experience: Prior to my current role, I served as the Court Advocate for the agency. I have also worked at UNCW as the Assistant for Student Conduct and Community Standards and as a Case Management intern within the Office of the Dean of Students.
Current job responsibilities: I oversee our emergency shelter program for survivors that have experienced domestic violence. This includes 24/7 provision of services, direct services to survivors, oversight of shelter operations and maintenance of client records.
Hobbies: I love spending most of my free time with my dog, Moe and my loved ones! I also have a love for running, yoga, and reading.
To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to https://www.wilmamag.com/leadership/
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