ST. LOUIS – April 30, 2025 – Concordance, a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming lives by reducing the rates of reincarceration, today announced the appointment of Susan Stith as Chief Executive Officer. Stith, a Concordance Board member who has been serving as Interim CEO since August 2024, will lead the organization in its next phase of growth and impact.
“Susan has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to our mission,” said David L. Steward, World Wide Technology Founder and Chairman and Concordance Board Chair. “Her expertise and dedication have been instrumental in strengthening our organization, and we have full confidence in her ability to build an even stronger and more stable foundation for Concordance, ensuring we are best positioned to honor our mission-driven, participant-focused approach.”
Stith brings extensive leadership experience to Concordance, having previously led enterprise-wide DEI, philanthropy, and community outreach programs at Cigna and Express Scripts. A respected community leader, she serves on prominent St. Louis boards including the United Way, FamilyForward, Gateway Arch Park Foundation, and the Repertory Theater of St. Louis, while also contributing as an advisory member at Washington University’s Brown School.
“I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me by the Board to lead Concordance forward,” said Stith. “Behind every statistic in the criminal justice system is a real person, with real dreams. At Concordance, we’re committed to making those dreams a reality by providing personalized, holistic support – from education and job training to mental health services and housing assistance. We believe in the power of second chances, and we see the potential in every individual. I am honored to lead Concordance in this next chapter.”
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About Concordance
Concordance is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing reincarceration rates by providing comprehensive, integrated services to individuals returning to the community after incarceration. Concordance addresses the complex needs of participants through a holistic approach that includes behavioral health services, job training and placement, education, and housing support. By empowering individuals, strengthening families, and building stronger communities, Concordance is working to create a more just and equitable society.