Taylorville Memorial Hospital has a new leader for its foundation. Katie Champion Williams has been named director of the Taylorville Memorial Foundation. She officially began the role on Monday, October 13th.

Williams previously served as director of development at the University of Illinois Springfield, where she focused on donor relations and fundraising for campus initiatives. Hospital president and CEO Kim Bourne says Williams brings strong experience in mission-driven fundraising and healthcare philanthropy, noting her early work with the American Cancer Society.

Williams says she’s excited to begin building relationships in Taylorville and supporting efforts that improve lives and patient experiences.