11/26/2025
We have some big news to share as we enter this season of gratitude! After 40 years of dedicated leadership, our Executive Director, Jon Nelson, will be retiring at the end of 2025. While we’ll miss him deeply, we are so grateful for the lasting impact he’s made on RSI and the people we support.
We’re also thrilled to announce that Nicole Lind will become RSI’s next Executive Director. Nicole has been with RSI since 2009, first serving as a Program Coordinator, then Program Manager, and now as Senior Director. We’re incredibly thankful for the experience, knowledge, and creativity she’ll bring to this role.
Jon said it best himself: “I have been overwhelmed by all the kind words and gestures I have received as RSI has celebrated my coming retirement. I know better than to take all the credit they are giving me. Our success has come from everybody at RSI, especially the employees working directly with the people we support.”
As we reflect on this season of giving, we’re filled with gratitude for Jon’s remarkable 40 years, for Nicole’s leadership ahead, and for everyone who helps move RSI’s mission forward each day. 💙