Meet
Our Leadership
A kin-first approach
Leading With Heart. Rooted in Kin.
At Kinnect, we believe lasting change starts with people — those who listen deeply, lead with empathy, and center family in every decision. Our team brings together professionals from across Ohio and beyond who are dedicated to reimagining what’s possible for children, families, and systems. Our leadership team guides the vision and strategy behind Kinnect’s work. They bring decades of experience in child welfare, nonprofit leadership, legal reform, and systems change — and work to cultivate a culture that is collaborative, accountable, and rooted in community.

Shannon Deinhart
Executive Director
& Co-Founder

Kimberly Bell
Chief Operating
Officer

Kristi Burre
Chief Strategy Officer
Kinnect

Erika Blockson
Human Resources Manager

Nekiesha Taylor
Director of Marketing & Communications

Stephanie Beleal
Program Director
Kinnect to Family
