Habitat for Humanity of Marion County Executive Director Lisa Houser has been named the new Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Iowa. She tells KNIA/KRLS News that leaving Marion County is a bittersweet feeling, saying she’s really enjoyed her time working with the families and businesses here. Houser says that she felt called to apply for the vacant state position. She adds that she didn’t see herself leaving her position here for any other reason.

Houser notes that being the Executive Director in Marion County was a vital part of her landing the state director job, saying that knowing how an affiliate operates will be key as she starts to work with all the affiliates across the state. Community Outreach Director Lisa Crabbs says that search committee has already identified candidates to replace Houser and is working to make that selection.