SMIF names Benya Kraus next president/CEO, effective June 16

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation announces next president and CEO - Albert Lea Tribune

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Benya Kraus as its next president and CEO, effective June 16. Kraus succeeds Tim Penny, who has served the foundation with distinction for nearly two decades. A nationally recognized rural leader and social entrepreneur, Kraus brings a deep personal commitment to southern Minnesota and a career defined by advancing rural vitality across the country. As part of a six…

SMIF names Benya Kraus next president/CEO, effective June 16

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Benya Kraus as its next President and CEO, effective June 16, 2025. Kraus succeeds Tim Penny, who has served

Kraus named new president and CEO of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, effective June 16

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) this week announced the appointment of Benya Kraus as its next president and CEO, effective June 16. Kraus succeeds Tim Penny, who has served the foundation with distinction for nearly two decades.