Gales Ferry, Conn – Betty C. Baillargeon, longtime staff member of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, has been promoted to Vice President, Resource Development. Most recently, Ms. Baillargeon served as Campaign Director of the organization.

“Betty’s extraordinary campaign experience and leadership made her an obvious choice for this opportunity,” said Ken Hinrichs, president of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. “I am thrilled that she agreed to lead the campaign department and help the entire organization move forward as we continue to create lasting changes in the community.”

Ms. Baillargeon is a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s degree in Communications/Business Administration. She has also graduated from Dale Carnegie Training. She is a 13-year veteran of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut. During Ms. Baillargeon’s tenure with the organization she has developed and facilitated training programs for volunteers including Loaned Employees, Campaign Coordinators, and Agency Speakers. In addition she has managed United Way’s Day of Caring volunteer event and established the Chairman’s Award Series program. Ms. Baillargeon resides in Norwich with her husband and two children.

United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is a non-profit organization that improves the lives of people who live and work in New London County and strengthens the community through 83 local health and human service programs. Programs and partnerships that United Way supports improve community wellness, help children thrive, supply basic human needs, and provide training and education for jobs. In 2006, United Way raised more than $8,000,000 for Southeastern Connecticut.