CINCINNATI — Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio announced this week it has named a new CEO: former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley.
Whaley is known in Ohio’s political realm, as she has served as the city commissioner for Dayton between 2006 to 2013, then mayor between 2014 to 2022 and she also ran for Democratic nominee for Ohio governor in 2022.
“I am honored to be chosen as the next President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region,” said Whaley in a press release. “This is a critical time in reproductive health care and we bear no small responsibility to make sure our community of southwest Ohio and all who come to us in need of service, get the care they need. As a haven to surrounding states like Kentucky, Tennessee and across the southeast, following the passage of Issue 1, sustainability and expanding our capacity is a top priority alongside advocacy and education. Patients deserve choices and we are proud to offer them high quality, comprehensive care at Planned Parenthood. I look forward to working with this amazing team to continue that legacy of care no matter what and increase access for everyone who needs it.”
Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio Region said following the passage of the Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment in November, the organization is working on expanding access and becoming the first point of patients in need. The organization said it believes Whaley’s experience with local business leaders and relationships with other organizations made her an easy choice for the role.
“We are overjoyed to announce that Nan Whaley will be stepping in to take on the role of the next President & CEO of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region,” Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio said in a press release. “Nan has already had an indelible impact on the community of Southwest Ohio in her over 20 years working as a public servant for the state; and we know she will only further advance the prosperity of our community as a champion for reproductive health care advancement in the region.”
Whaley’s tenure begins July 1.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest Ohio serves 20 counties in Ohio and three in northern Kentucky, according to its website.
Lydia Taylor
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