Local United Way president announces retirement

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The United Way of the Bluegrass says its president and CEO will retire later this year.

The organization announced Bill Farmer’s retirement on Thursday.

Farmer assumed the role in 2009.

United Way says Farmer and his wife, Kehaulani, will be moving back to his home state of North Carolina later this year.

“After a meaningful and diverse career that has spanned over four decades, my family and I have decided that it’s the right time for me to enter a new phase of life,” Farmer states. “I am very proud of what our community and United Way of the Bluegrass have accomplished together over the last 9 years, and I am confident that this community will continue fighting for the education, basic needs and financial stability of every person in the Bluegrass.”

The Board of Directors will immediately begin a search for a new president and CEO.

United Way says Farmer will continue in his role until a successor is named to ensure continuity for community programs and partners, and to allow for a smooth transition.