ST. LOUIS – Mar. 10, 2025 – We are saddened to learn of the passing of our founder and former Chairman, Danny Ludeman, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, and to his many friends and colleagues.
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to work with my dear friend Danny to grow Concordance and launch the organization’s national First Chance capital campaign,” said David L. Steward, World Wide Technology Founder and Chairman and Concordance Board Chair. “His vision and legacy will have a meaningful and lasting generational impact across this country.”
Danny started Concordance in 2015 with a singular purpose to address the systemic barriers faced by justice-involved individuals re-entering society after incarceration. His vision, faith, and unwavering commitment to breaking the cycle of recidivism, built Concordance into the organization it is today.
“Danny wasn’t just a founder and chairman to me; he was a friend and a mentor for many years,” said Susan Stith, Interim CEO of Concordance. “He had a rare ability to see the potential in everyone, and he inspired me – and so many others – to dedicate our lives to creating a more just and equitable society. I will miss his wisdom and his unwavering faith in the power of second chances.”
We are committed to honoring Danny’s vision by continuing to make the dreams of those we serve a reality. We will expand our reach and deepen our impact, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to pursue education, stable employment, economic mobility, and become a productive member of their community.
Danny’s legacy will live on through the countless lives transformed by Concordance, and we will continue to advance his vital work.
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