Goodwill Names New Vice President of Human Resources

BOSTON (Aug. 20, 2015) – Heather Kenney, a Milton resident and successful human resources executive with more than 20 years of experience, has been appointed Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries’ vice president of human resources.

Heather joins Goodwill from Northland Investment Corporation where she was the senior human resources executive. Northland owns, manages and develops residential and commercial properties and has more than 500 employees in seven states. Prior to Northland, Heather worked in human resources in the hospitality industry, including the Hilton Logan Airport Hotel and the Double Tree Hotel in Boston.

“We are excited to have Heather join Goodwill,” said Joanne Hilferty, president and CEO of Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries. “As we grow our social enterprises and our programs that help individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency enter the workforce, Heather’s leadership abilities and human resource skills and experience will be valuable assets.”

“I am looking forward to taking on this new role,” Heather said. “Goodwill is well known throughout the area and offers so many career opportunities for individuals interested in working for a mission-focused organization.”

Heather holds degrees from Lesley University and Johnson and Wales.

About Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries
For 120 years, Goodwill has provided job training programs and partnered with the business community to provide meaningful work opportunities for individuals with barriers to self-sufficiency. Goodwill also operates Boston Career Link, a one-stop career center that offers universal access to a broad range of services for job seekers. The Goodwill Stores in eastern and central Massachusetts provide jobs and on-the-job training opportunities while they offer quality, low-cost goods to individuals and families looking for value. To learn more, visit Goodwill online at www.goodwillmass.org or follow us on social media @goodwillboston.