Rainbow Acres is pleased to announce that its Board of Trustees has extended the offer of the Chief Executive Officer position to Paul Higgins, who has been serving as Acting President & CEO, as well as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
The official announcement was made during Rainbow Acres’ annual Family & Friends Weekend, with Karla Dye, Board Chair, delivering the news to a crowd of Ranchers, Rancher families, friends, staff, and community members at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Rainbow Acres’ 50th-anniversary celebration and newly started Solar Project.
“When considering what Rainbow Acres needs in its leader at this time, the Board unanimously agreed that Paul Higgins’ financial expertise, integrity and commitment to service were of utmost importance,” said Karla Dye, Chair of Rainbow Acres’ Board of Trustees. “For over 14 years, Paul has served the Ranchers, Rancher families, and the mission of Rainbow Acres. We are excited to have him lead Rainbow Acres into the future.”
Paul stepped into the role of Acting President & CEO on July 5, 2024, bringing a wealth of experience and commitment to Rainbow Acres and its mission. He joined Rainbow Acres in 2010 as Vice President of Finance, later assuming the role of CFO, where his financial leadership and dedication to Rainbow Acres’ core values earned him recognition and respect.
In his new capacity as CEO, Paul looks forward to building on Rainbow Acres’ legacy of care, compassion, and community.