Here's a look at promotions, hirings and other noteworthy business events in the Memphis area:
Dr. Loretta Jackson-Hayes, professor of chemistry at Rhodes College, was presented the 2026 Jameson M. Jones Award for Outstanding Faculty Service at the college’s opening convocation. The award recognizes a member of the faculty who exemplifies a deep sense of service to the college’s mission. It is named in memory of Dr. Jameson M. Jones ’36, who served as chief academic officer for more than 15 years. She joined the faculty in 2003.
Baptist Memorial Health Care recently announced several promotions across several hospitals in Memphis, West Tennessee and Arkansas. They are: Paul Cade, VP/metro market leader, Baptist Memorial Health Care; Sam Lynd,
administrator and CEO, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis; Craig Earley, administrator and CEO, NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital; Skipper Bondurant, administrator and CEO, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County; Kevin Redd, chief administrative officer, Baptist Union City and Baptist Carroll County; and Alicia Poczekaj, associate administrator, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Collierville.Susan Breeden, former administrator and CEO, Baptist Carroll County, retired.
Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics expanded its Sports Medicine Outreach Program through new partnerships with Houston High School, Memphis University School, Lakeland Preparatory School, Millington Central High School and DeSoto Central High School. Campbell Clinic now provides comprehensive sports medicine services to 19 high schools throughout the Mid-South and North Mississippi.
St. Mary’s Episcopal School announced several new leadership appointments for the 2026–27 school year, bringing new expertise to roles that support the school’s students, faculty, programs, and operations:
- Katty Griffin, Chief Financial Officer. For the past five years she was Assistant Controller. She has a bachelor's degree in Accountancy from the University of Memphis. Griffin brings extensive financial experience and deep institutional familiarity to her oversight of the school’s fiscal management and operations.
- Nathan McHenry, Director of Fine Arts. He previously served Upper and Middle School Band Director for seven years. He holds a bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theater from Belmont University and is In his new capacity, McHenry leads curriculum development and program growth across dance, visual arts, theater, and music.
- Katie Collier, Human Resources Manager. A graduate of the University of Tennessee with a degree in Psychology, she brings professional background in employee benefits, human resources administration and independent school operations. In her role, she oversees personnel management and benefits administration to support faculty and staff across all divisions.
- Cam Ferguson, Assistant Athletic Director. A former collegiate softball player, she brings a background in coaching and athletic training. Ferguson has a bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Religious Studies from Rhodes College. In her capacity, Ferguson works with girls across grades 1–12 to foster leadership, confidence, and competitive excellence while strengthening the overall athletic experience.
- Brennan Adrian, Early Childhood Learning & Wellness Specialist, a newly created position designed to support early childhood developmental readiness, student wellness, and foundational learning. She is a National Board Certified Counselor and Licensed Associate Counselor, holding a master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Memphis. Adrian previously served as the school's Head and Lower School and Early Childhood Center counselor.
- Kinslei Crouch, Communication Coordinator. She graduated summa cum laude from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Advertising, completing international coursework in London and Florence. Crouch earned national recognition as a finalist in the American Advertising Federation National Student Advertising Competition. Her role supports content management, brand consistency, and multi-channel marketing initiatives.
Noteworthy
Hollywood Feed’s 2026 Silent Auction for Rescues raised a record-breaking $16,835 to support animal welfare organizations across the South, marking the most successful silent auction in the event’s history. The fundraiser brings together Hollywood Feed’s customers, vendor partners and pet-loving community to raise critical funds for rescue organizations working to save, rehabilitate and rehome homeless and vulnerable animals.
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This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Memphis People in Business for Oct. 15, 2026
