“Mark Graham is truly remarkable and impressive. He is counted on by many other partner agencies within the counties of the HKPR region. He has sat on many advisory tables and committees supporting CMHA HKPR and community-based mental health and addictions services. His multi-dimensional view on many different challenges will be sorely missed,” says CMHA HKPR board president John Lyons.
Mark started his career with CMHA HKPR in 1992 with a staff complement of 28 and an operating budget of $1.2 million. With his strong and professional work ethic, commitment to the organization and his established relationships with community stakeholders, CMHA HKPR now has 188 employees and an operating budget of just over $17.6 million. Through his leadership and employees, CMHA HKPR offers over 20 programs and services across the four counties. These services help to improve the mental well-being of our communities.
Although the work was hard, Mark and his team saw many rewards through the challenges. It is a true testament to what can be accomplished with a dedicated leader and a group of highly skilled and engaged personnel that embrace the challenges and forge ahead.
“As the President of the CMHA HKPR Board of Directors I, along with all the Board Members wish nothing but the best for Mark and his family as he ventures into the next much deserved phase of his life. I would also like to thank him for his selfless commitment, dedication, and contribution to the mental health field,” said Lyons.
The CMHA HKPR Board and Senior Management Team are committed to ensuring a smooth transition as they begin the search for his successor.
