New Development Director and CKD Screening Program Manager Bring Experience and Expertise to the TRUST

The Kidney TRUST recently added two experienced non-profit professionals to the management team.  Joining the TRUST are Dr. Gary Thorud as Director of Development and Gloria Upchurch as Program Manager for Chronic Kidney Disease Screening.

“I am tremendously pleased to have two such proven professionals join the TRUST as we are poised to expand our programs and CKD awareness-building initiatives,” said TRUST President and CEO Annette Eros.  “Gary and Gloria are already making a great contribution to our efforts.”

Gary comes to The Kidney TRUST with 30 years of national and international executive nonprofit experience.  Gary’s development approach is grounded in the understanding of how best to engage donors, volunteers, and those who will benefit from the TRUST’s services.  Over the years he has worked in large organizations, as well as for non-profit start-ups.  He has held leadership positions in a number of prominent organizations, including United Way International, Christian Broadcasting Network, SPCA of Tampa Bay, Hospice Caring, Inc., Parkinson’s Institute, Children’s Heartlink, Care, and Project Concern International.

Gloria Upchurch

Gloria will be managing The TRUST’s CKD rapid-screening program. Prior to joining The TRUST, Gloria worked as a contractor designing and producing conferences, trade shows and special events that focus on client needs assessments.  She also served as program development director for A Global Connection where she managed team building and incentive events and was responsible for operational and fiscal oversight of the annual budget, and volunteers both domestic and international.