Aleesha Dedrich has joined the staff of the Allegan County United Way as director of the annual campaign.

She will manage United Way campaigns at businesses and organizations in Allegan County and identify and develop new partnerships.

Dedrich previously has worked for Early Head Start, and works with families and children through Allegan Public Schools and Allegan District Library.

“I am excited to start this next chapter and to bring my previous experiences and knowledge to this position,” she said.

Aleesha lives with her family in Fennville and enjoys gardening, arts and crafts, line dancing and woodworking projects. She also volunteers as a Girl Scout troop leader in Allegan.