UNITED WAY OF ENID & NW OK ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP TRANSITION AND EXECUTIVE SEARCH
Dan Schiedel to Step Down in December 2026 Following Ten Years of Leadership
ENID, OK — United Way of Enid & Northwest Oklahoma announced today that Executive Director Dan Schiedel will step down from his role on December 31, 2026, following more than a decade of service to the organization and the Enid and Northwest Oklahoma region.
The United Way of Enid & Northwest Oklahoma Board of Directors has officially opened the search for the organization’s next Executive Director. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to Board Governance Chair Ashley Hendricks at ashleyhendricks723@gmail.com. You can also use the form below to apply.
Questions and requests for additional information may be directed to Hendricks at (850) 797-7367.
During Schiedel’s tenure, he successfully guided the organization through a period of significant growth and expanded its impact throughout the region. Under his leadership, United Way increased its outreach and services, strengthened its funding capacity, and developed community partnerships that enhanced the work of both United Way and its partner agencies.
“Serving United Way of Enid & Northwest Oklahoma has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life,” said Schiedel. “I’ve been continually inspired by the generosity, heart, and dedication of our staff, board members, partners, and supporters who work tirelessly to strengthen our communities. The impact we’ve made together is something I will always cherish, and I have every confidence that the organization’s future is filled with continued growth and purpose.”
“On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I want to express our deepest gratitude to Dan for his ten years of dedicated, impactful leadership,” said United Way Board Chair Jennifer Bauman. “He has guided this organization through remarkable growth and championed the needs of our community with absolute integrity. While he leaves big shoes to fill, he also leaves behind an exceptionally strong organization. We are structured for a seamless transition that ensures our campaigns and partner agencies continue their vital work without interruption.”
All services, campaigns, and partner agency work will continue uninterrupted throughout the leadership transition.
For more information about United Way of Enid & Northwest Oklahoma, visit www.unitedwayenid.org.
Contact Information
United Way of Enid & Northwest Oklahoma
P.O. Box 5828
Enid, OK 73702
(580) 237-0821