Alternatives Inc., which provides services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses and those facing homelessness, announced Monday that President Nancy Good will retire after nearly four decades of service.
The company said that since joining Alternatives in 1988, “Good worked with vision and commitment and she leaves a legacy of growth and impact within the disability community.” Derek Hodkey will assume the position of president and CEO.
“Nancy’s impact on Alternatives and those with disabilities is immeasurable,” said Morris Malmstrom, board chair. “Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping who we are today.”
Hodkey has more than two decades of experience leading and growing nonprofits and purpose-centered organizations through transformation, systems change, and sustainable impact.
The Woodland Park resident comes to Alternatives following nearly five years as president and CEO of Orbis International, a global nonprofit focused on preventing and treating avoidable blindness. Alternatives said that at Orbis, Hodkey led the development and execution of a five-year global strategic plan. He also strengthened fundraising, advanced policy engagement, and cultivated a culture of accountability grounded in integrity, transparency, and measurable impact.
Prior to Orbis, Hodkey was senior vice president and chief operating officer of Counterpart International, where he oversaw global operations, as well as executive director of global research and development operations at the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative, where he directed international clinical and research operations.
“It is evident that Derek has an enthusiastic approach to new opportunities, and we are eager to work with him to lead Alternatives through this transition,” said Malmstrom.
Alternatives Inc. provides services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, those with mental health diagnoses, as well as individuals and families experiencing homelessness, to enable them to reach their highest level of independence and integration in the community.
