Newton, NJ — The Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce that Lee Ellison has been appointed Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice.
Ellison brings more than three decades of leadership experience, including over 26 years in senior management and nearly a decade of dedicated service to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. Most recently serving as Director of Marketing and Media/Business Development, Ellison has played a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission through program development, community engagement, donor growth, and strategic initiatives that strengthen hospice and palliative care services throughout the region.
“Lee Ellison embodies the mission, values, and vision of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice,” said the Karen Ann Quinlan Memorial Board of Trustees. “Her knowledge, proven leadership, and unwavering commitment to compassionate end‑of‑life care make her exceptionally well‑prepared to lead the organization into its next chapter. The Board has full confidence in Lee’s ability to guide our hospice with integrity, innovation, and a steadfast focus on those we serve.”
Under Ellison’s leadership, the organization has achieved significant milestones, including national recognition initiatives, expanded community partnerships, and sustained growth in donor engagement and outreach. Her appointment reflects the Board’s commitment to continuity, excellence, and mission‑driven leadership.
“I am honored to serve as Executive Director of Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice,” Ellison said. “This organization holds a special place in my heart, and I am deeply committed to ensuring that every patient and family we serve continues to receive compassionate, dignified, and exceptional care.”