Robert E. Leech, a financial-services executive with 30 years of management experience, was named as the foundation's new president and chief executive officer during an Oct. 22 meeting of the board of trustees. I'm honored and humbled to lead the foundation after 200 years. It's truly an honor. Foundation officials said Leech has a long track record of maximizing profits, growing assets, increasing productivity and providing top-quality customer service.
Leech manages trust companies and banks and has particular expertise in investments and sales.
He prides himself on being an innovator who enjoys spearheading change. This is something we are delighted about. He was responsible for oversight of all asset-management activities including trust, investment management, brokerage, mutual funds and insurance. Leech said he's excited about joining an organization with such a long history. Since 1799, the foundation has been serving the church and its mission through the cultivation and management of gifts and endowments.