Patti Kieker Servant Leader Award

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Nancy Kinzie, Executive Director of HR, is the 2023 winner of the sixth annual Patti Kieker Servant Leader Award, which shines a light upon an exemplary central administration employee who has helped RISD achieve the district’s mission and who exemplifies servant leadership.

Here are some of the things colleagues had to say about Nancy:

“There isn’t an adjective big enough to describe the way she models premier leadership in relationships, excellence, and vision. Nancy provides quality guidance and support while navigating some of the most precarious situations with grace. She consults with all parties to ensure decisions are lawful and ethical. She lovingly corrects us if our thinking or actions are wayward.”

Nancy is always on the ready with advice, documents, templates, books, handbooks, a helping hand, a car ride, or whatever a teammate may need. “I can’t tell you how many times we visit with people, and they share how helpful Nancy has been.” Congratulations, Nancy! #RISDBelieves

Patti Kieker is a RISD legend, forging her legacy for more than 40 years in the district. As a teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, Executive Director, Assistant Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and Interim Superintendent, she supported our students, families, teachers, principals, and staff by providing support and guidance that exemplifies the qualities of a servant leader. 

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