Art Serna began his career as a youth program coordinator and development professional. He spent a large part of his journey in community development and education working for children and families who are left behind or systemically barred from access to opportunities, in the US and abroad. He joined Teach For America in Oklahoma City as their Executive Director in 2016 as part of leading the expansion of their social entrepreneurship offering, alumni programming and learning around the intersection of education and economic mobility indicators. Art was appointed as the new CEO for City on a Hill in May 2021. To learn more about his background, read his profile: Art Serna
“City on a Hill is more than a faith-fueled non-profit. We are a movement for good."
ART SERNA JR., CEO OF CITY ON A HILL
Diane has had an accomplished career in the health and community development sectors. She previously served as vice president of public affairs for Aurora Health Care for over 20 years. In 2003, she became the executive director of City on a Hill. In that capacity, she received numerous accolades for her leadership, including the Wisconsin Hero Award (2012) and was also honored as an Inspirational Leader in the Women of Influence program of The Business Journal. In April 2021, she stepped down from her role as executive director and continues to support the mission of City on a Hill by overseeing our major philanthropy work, our racial residue initiative, and the spiritual direction for our dinner church model.
“God in his power and wisdom has masterfully guided this organization for 20 years.”
DIANE DE LA SANTOS, FOUNDER OF CITY ON A HILL
John Davis, President
District Superintendent
Wisconsin Northern Michigan Ministries Network
Waupaca, WI
Keith Stanley, Vice President
Executive Director
Near West Side Partners
Milwaukee, WI
Robert O'Keefe, Treasurer
VP of Finance, Administration & CFO
Mount Mary University
Milwaukee, WI
Robert Young, Secretary
Co-Founder/Business Psychologist
Ascend Talent Strategies
Milwaukee, WI
Terry (T.J.) Bernander, Jr.
Vice President/Bank Manager
BMO Harris Bank National Association
Kenosha, WI
Melanie Gray, Ph.D, RN
Program Manager Trauma-Informed Care
Aurora Sinai Healing Services
Milwaukee, WI
Art Serna, Ex-Officio
Chief Executive Officer
City on a Hill
Milwaukee, WI
Gayland Hendrickson, Ex-Officio
Missions Director
Wisconsin Northern Michigan Ministries Network
Waupaca, WI
Board Advisory Council
Staci Young, PhD, Chair
Assistant Professor: Department of Family and Community Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin
James Hall, Neighborhood Resident
William Guard, Neighborhood Resident
Ashley Kenney, Neighborhood Resident
Bobby McQuay, Neighborhood Resident
Phaleshia Gregory, Neighborhood Resident
Simon Myrick, Neighborhood Resident
Loneva Myrick, Neighborhood Resident
Karla Hart, Neighborhood Resident
Nadia Northern, Neighborhood Resident