New Executive Director for Interior Alaska Center for Non-Violent Living

The board of directors for the Interior Alaska Center for Non-Violent Living (IAC) selected Brian Taylor as its new Executive Director. In that role, he carries out the organization’s mission as IAC provides domestic violence intervention and prevention programs.

Taylor was previously executive director at Fairbanks Youth Advocates. He has worked in various fields, including mental health, chemical dependency counseling, education, electrical, business management, accounting, administration, and as a hospice chaplain.

“I am confident in Brian’s compassion and experience,” says Board President Michelle Charlton. “He brings a variety of experiences with him that I believe will support the mission of our organization and help staff flourish in their efforts to address vital community needs.”

Taylor says, “I am humbled and excited to become part of IAC’s professional team! My passion is that everyone, in and surrounding our community, lives, works, and enjoys a community that is free of violence.”

Taylor takes over for Interim Executive Director Kara Carlson, who is transitioning to her previous role as Deputy Director. The board expressed its thanks to Carlson for her leadership this past year. IAC worked with The Foraker Group to conduct a search for a new executive director.