Join us in extending a warm VISTE welcome to Kayla McClenthen, VISTE’s new Volunteer Manager! Originally from Machesney Park, IL, Kayla also lived in Texas, Kentucky, and Tennessee before relocating to Lakeland in 2023. She holds a BS degree in Management Studies and an MBA with a focus in Project Management from Rockford University.
At age 31 Kayla joined the U.S. Army. Stationed at Ft. Campbell, KY, she specialized in Logistics. She loved the work, in part due to the structure, camaraderie, and friendships – but also because of the training opportunities.
Kayla later moved to Lakeland, and in November 2024 joined the staff at Volunteers in Service to the Elderly. At VISTE she oversees the Volunteer program and works closely with part-time Volunteer Coordinator Terri Selz. Kayla’s main focus at VISTE is assisting with volunteer groups and special events.
Kayla is a member of the Junior League of Greater Lakeland and Toastmasters, among other professional groups. In her spare time, she enjoys playing pickleball, bowling in a local league, and spending time with family, friends, and her two German Shepherds, Ricky and Lucy.
Feel free to reach out to Kayla at kayla@viste.org with any questions about volunteering at VISTE – she would love to hear from you! Volunteers are the heart of all we do at Volunteers in Service to the Elderly and very much appreciated.
At present Kayla is working on the 20th Annual VISTEBall, which will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Consider helping with VISTE’s premier annual fundraising event by volunteering before, during, or after the event! For more information on volunteering at VISTE, visit our website at viste.org – and THANK YOU!