AARP Executive and Leadership Team

Kathryn Fencl, the Senior Special Projects Advisor & Chief Executive Officer, Offices of & Chief of Staff at AARP, manages critical cross-functional projects and executive office operations. Overseeing the execution of high-priority initiatives, the Senior Special Projects Advisor & Chief Executive Officer, Offices of & Chief of Staff ensures that the organization's strategic vision translates into actionable results. This leadership role involves coordinating complex efforts related to health care and employment security, ensuring that all departments work in harmony to achieve the nonprofit's goals. By facilitating communication between the executive offices and the broader organization, Kathryn Fencl drives the success of key social welfare programs. The Senior Special Projects Advisor & Chief Executive Officer, Offices of & Chief of Staff maintains a focus on efficiency and strategic alignment, ensuring that the organization remains a powerful advocate for its members. Through this leadership, Fencl supports the mission of turning goals into real possibilities for families and communities.

Kevin Tator, the Chief Financial Officer at AARP, manages the fiscal health and long-term financial strategy of the organization. Overseeing the allocation of capital and budgetary planning, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that financial resources directly support the nonprofit's advocacy for employment security and retirement planning. This leadership role involves rigorous oversight of fiscal compliance and the development of sustainable funding models to support social welfare programs. By maintaining transparency and financial integrity, Kevin Tator secures the resources required for the organization to fight for the issues that matter most to people and families. The Chief Financial Officer collaborates with the executive team to align fiscal priorities with the overarching mission of disrupting preconceived notions about aging. Through disciplined financial management, Tator enables the organization to scale its impact across the country, ensuring that every dollar contributes to the advancement of the core mission and the long-term stability of the membership base.

Carole Borggren, the Senior Advisor & Chief Financial Officer, Office of at AARP, provides specialized financial guidance and strategic oversight for the executive office. Overseeing the fiscal integrity of specific high-impact projects, the Senior Advisor & Chief Financial Officer, Office of ensures that financial resources are deployed effectively to support the organization's social welfare goals. This leadership role involves analyzing complex financial data to inform decision-making regarding retirement planning and health care advocacy. By providing expert counsel, Carole Borggren strengthens the financial foundation of the organization's initiatives. The Senior Advisor & Chief Financial Officer, Office of works closely with other leaders to ensure that fiscal strategies remain consistent with the mission of disrupting aging stereotypes. Through meticulous financial planning and advisory support, Borggren enables the organization to pursue its objectives with confidence, ensuring that all resources are utilized to maximize the positive impact on communities and families across the country.

Jean Alexander, the Chief Operating Officer at AARP, directs the internal infrastructure and daily operational workflows necessary to support the organization's mission. Overseeing cross-departmental efficiency, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that resources align with the strategic goals of the nonprofit. This leadership role involves managing complex organizational systems to facilitate the delivery of health care and retirement planning services to members across the United States. By optimizing internal processes, Jean Alexander drives the scalability of social welfare initiatives. The Chief Operating Officer maintains rigorous standards for operational excellence, ensuring that the organization remains agile in a shifting social landscape. Through the coordination of administrative functions, Alexander supports the broader objective of strengthening communities and fighting for the issues that matter most to families. This focus on operational stability allows the organization to maintain its nonpartisan commitment while expanding the reach of its advocacy programs.

Judee Barone, the President & Owner at AARP, provides high-level leadership and strategic direction for the organization's membership-focused initiatives. Overseeing the growth and engagement of the member base, the President & Owner ensures that the nonprofit remains a vital resource for individuals seeking employment security and retirement planning. This leadership role involves setting the vision for the organization's social welfare programs and ensuring that all activities align with the core mission of disrupting aging stereotypes. By fostering a culture of advocacy and community support, Judee Barone drives the organization's impact on families across the country. The President & Owner works with the board and executive team to navigate the complexities of the nonpartisan landscape, ensuring that the organization remains a powerful voice for its members. Through this leadership, Barone supports the ongoing effort to turn dreams into real possibilities, ensuring that the organization continues to fight for the issues that matter most.

Leonard Kirschner, the President, Director at AARP, guides the strategic governance and organizational direction of the nonprofit. Overseeing the board's activities and the implementation of long-term goals, the President, Director ensures that the organization remains committed to its mission of social welfare and advocacy. This leadership role involves providing oversight for health care initiatives and retirement planning programs, ensuring that the organization effectively serves its members. By maintaining a focus on the core mission, Leonard Kirschner drives the organization's efforts to disrupt preconceived notions about aging. The President, Director collaborates with other leaders to ensure that the organization's resources are directed toward the most pressing issues facing families and communities. Through this governance, Kirschner supports the organization's nonpartisan stance and its commitment to fighting for the issues that matter most. This leadership ensures that the organization remains a stable and effective force for positive change in the lives of its members.

Virginia Brant, the Interim State President, Aarp Arizona at AARP, leads the organization's regional advocacy and community engagement efforts within the state. Overseeing the implementation of national programs at the local level, the Interim State President, Aarp Arizona ensures that members have access to resources regarding health care and employment security. This leadership role involves building partnerships with local stakeholders to strengthen communities and address the specific needs of the aging population in the region. By driving local awareness and participation, Virginia Brant supports the broader mission of turning goals into real possibilities for families. The Interim State President, Aarp Arizona coordinates with national leadership to ensure that regional activities align with the organization's nonpartisan goals. Through this localized focus, Brant ensures that the organization's impact is felt directly in the communities it serves, fostering a stronger and more supportive environment for all members.

Derrick Holmes, the Interim NYS President at AARP, manages the organization's regional operations and advocacy initiatives across the state. Overseeing the delivery of services and the mobilization of members, the Interim NYS President ensures that the organization's mission of social welfare is effectively communicated and implemented at the state level. This leadership role involves addressing critical issues such as retirement planning and health care access, ensuring that the needs of the local population are met. By fostering community engagement and supporting local advocacy efforts, Derrick Holmes drives the organization's impact on families and individuals. The Interim NYS President works to align regional activities with the national strategy, ensuring that the organization remains a consistent and powerful advocate. Through this leadership, Holmes supports the mission of disrupting aging stereotypes and turning dreams into real possibilities, ensuring that the organization continues to fight for the issues that matter most to the community.

Kristin LaRoche, the Executive Vice President & Chief of Staff at AARP, coordinates the strategic initiatives and executive communications that drive the organization forward. Overseeing the integration of policy goals with operational execution, the Executive Vice President & Chief of Staff ensures that the leadership team remains focused on the core mission of social welfare. This leadership role involves managing high-level projects that address health care and employment security, facilitating seamless collaboration across the entire organization. By streamlining executive decision-making, Kristin LaRoche accelerates the implementation of programs designed to turn dreams into real possibilities for members. The Executive Vice President & Chief of Staff acts as a central point of contact for strategic planning, ensuring that all departments remain aligned with the nonpartisan objectives of the nonprofit. Through this oversight, LaRoche maintains the momentum of advocacy efforts, ensuring that the organization effectively addresses the evolving needs of families and communities nationwide.

Britta Berge, the Chief of Staff & Managing Director, Policy, Research & International Affairs at AARP, directs the development of evidence-based policy and global research initiatives. Overseeing the research agenda, the Chief of Staff & Managing Director, Policy, Research & International Affairs ensures that the organization's advocacy for health care and retirement planning is grounded in rigorous data. This leadership role involves managing international partnerships and policy analysis to address the challenges of aging on a global scale. By synthesizing research findings into actionable policy recommendations, Britta Berge drives the organization's influence in the social welfare sector. The Chief of Staff & Managing Director, Policy, Research & International Affairs collaborates with internal teams to ensure that research insights inform the broader mission of disrupting aging stereotypes. Through this focus on data-driven advocacy, Berge strengthens the organization's ability to fight for the issues that matter most to people and their families.