Kimberly Walker-Thurmond is the Executive Director of Mind the Gap!
With over 20 years of leadership experience in nonprofit and mission driven organizations, Kimberly provides strategic direction while centering trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and community-based approaches.
Kimberly resides in Charlotte, NC with her husband, Michael Thurmond, and their two dogs – Bella and Tucker. Their daughter, Hailey Thurmond, attends college at the University of Alabama. In her free time, Kimberly loves to hike, travel, spend time with friends and family, enjoys live music and great food, serves her community, and cheers loudly for her favorite college sports teams.
Kimberly Walker-Thurmond is deeply committed to reducing the stigma of mental health and enabling greater access to mental health systems. Known for a compassionate, collaborative leadership style, Kimberly works closely with staff, board members, and community partners to ensure high-quality, person-centered programs and services.