Kent Runyon, MSM

Kent Runyon is an accomplished executive leader with more than 30 years of senior-level experience spanning the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. His career has focused on advancing operations and human services with a particular emphasis on behavioral health, correctional reentry, correctional healthcare, and permanent supportive housing. Kent has led organizations through complex growth and accreditation processes with nationally recognized bodies including CARF, The Joint Commission, National Commission on Correctional Health Care, and American Correctional Association (ACA), consistently ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance, and accountability.  He also served as an Accreditation Chairperson for the ACA.

Kent is a graduate of Ball State University, holding dual Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice. He went on to earn a Master of Science in Management from Indiana Wesleyan University and completed the Executive Development Program in Nonprofit Management through the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. His academic foundation, combined with decades of executive leadership, has shaped a career dedicated to building sustainable organizations, fostering innovation, and driving measurable impact in the communities he serves.

Residing in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kent brings a deep commitment to community well-being and environmental stewardship. He actively volunteers in environmental cleanup initiatives and enjoys hiking, biking, and kayaking with his wife and family.

Kent offers a rare blend of cross-sector leadership, strategic vision, and governance experience, making him a trusted advisor for organizations seeking to balance mission impact with operational excellence.