Boca Helping Hands (BHH) has named Kathy Adkins, Eric Gebhard, and Zach Pechter to the organization’s board of directors.
Since moving to Boca Raton in 1994, volunteerism has been an important part of Kathy Adkins’ life. For the past 14 years, Kathy has volunteered with Impact 100 Palm Beach County, serving as its President from 2019 to 2021. In addition, Adkins has been a member of the Junior League of Boca Raton for over 25 years and has served in numerous positions, including President of the League in 2006-2007. Adkins has also volunteered with many other non-profits.
Eric Gebhard served as Group Vice President of Financial Operations for JM Family Enterprises, Inc., after holding the roles of Vice President, Treasurer, and several others since 1997. Prior to that, Gebhard served as Assistant Vice President of Credit Products Management for Bank of America/Continental Bank. He graduated from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
Zach Pechter grew up in Boca Raton and now lives and works in Fort Lauderdale as the Founder and CEO of Proteris Compliance Solutions, which provides compliance services for the sale and financing of F&I products in the automotive, marine, and powersport industries. Before founding Proteris Compliance Solutions, Pechter served as Managing Counsel and Assistant Secretary for Toyota Financial Services. He began volunteering at SOS Children’s Village at an early age; during college and law school, he volunteered as a tutor and assistant teacher and continues to serve as a mentor.
“We are so pleased to have three outstanding members of our community join the board,” said Gary Peters, Board President of Boca Helping Hands. “I know their extensive knowledge and experience will greatly benefit Boca Helping Hands.”
To learn more, visit bocahelpinghands.org
About Boca Helping Hands
Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is a community-based nonprofit that provides food, medical, and financial assistance to help individuals and families improve their quality of life and build financial stability. Through its various programs, BHH assists nearly 35,000 people annually.
Boca Helping Hands is a partner agency of The Town of Palm Beach United Way. Since 1945, the Town of Palm Beach United Way has been committed to improving lives and building strong communities throughout Palm Beach County by focusing on programs and priorities that promote education, health, and financial stability.
Boca Helping Hands holds accreditation for Sound Nonprofit Management from Nonprofits First, has a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid/GuideStar, and has been a Charity Navigator Four-Star Charity for 17 consecutive years. Boca Helping Hands is located at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432. For more information, please visit BocaHelpingHands.org.
