Leadership
Richard LeBer
President and CEORichard LeBer has been president and CEO of the Harry Chapin Food Bank since February 2016. Since then, he has led the food bank to new records in sourcing and distribution of food to the Southwest Florida community it serves.
Richard has a long career of community involvement, transformation and impact, with deep experience in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, particularly food banking, fundraising, board leadership, strategy and operations. Richard has held numerous leadership positions, including interim executive director of the Florida Association of Food Banks, vice president at the Atlanta Community Food Bank and CEO of National Linen Service. Richard is past chairman of the board of the Atlanta Community Food Bank and former board member of the Georgia Mountain Food Bank. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School and the University of Waterloo in Canada. Richard is married and has two grown children.
Phone:239-334-7007 ext. 125
Ann Prifrel
Chief Development OfficerAnn Prifrel is an experienced nonprofit leader known for creativity, integrity and a drive for results. As the chief development officer for Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, Ann leads the strategic vision behind all fundraising efforts, ensuring vital resources reach thousands of children, families and seniors facing food insecurity across the food bank’s five-county region.
A veteran of the anti-hunger movement, Ann has a proven track record of transforming donor relationship and corporate partnerships into sustained support. As the chief executive officer for the St. Croix Valley Food Bank, Ann spearheaded a successful $12 million capital campaign to build a permanent facility, securing $4.3 million in federal funding.
Deeply passionate about turning hunger into health, Ann is committed to creating pathways for long-term food security. While serving as the executive director of the United Way of St. Croix Valley she expanded the organizations’ hunger relief community impact program by increasing access to food from 46,000 to 750,000 meals. Understanding the needs of food banks, Ann co-founded Pantry Saver, a software solution that provides operational, fundraising, volunteer management and data reporting services for food pantries.
Passionate about fighting food insecurity, Ann is committed to fostering sustainable support and long-lasting community impact.
Phone:(239) 334-6881
Email:aprifrel@hcfb.org
Steven Soucy
Chief Financial OfficerSteve has over 25 years of financial experience in both public and corporate accounting. Prior to joining the Harry Chapin Food Bank in October 2017, Steve was the vice president of finance for a manufacturing company in New Hampshire and prior to that he was the director of finance for Bostik Inc. He is a CPA and has a master’s degree in business administration from Southern New Hampshire University.
Phone:239-334-7007 ext. 135
Marissa Stress-Peterson
Chief Operating OfficerMarissa is an accomplished nonprofit leader known for her collaborative, solution-oriented, and strategic approach. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from George Mason University and a graduate degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Boston University. With over 15 years of experience, she has consistently driven results through innovation in social service and community impact organizations. She is deeply committed to creating meaningful social impact through innovative strategies and impactful solutions.
Marissa has been with Harry Chapin Food Bank since November of 2021. Prior to becoming the Chief Operating Officer, she served as Harry Chapin Food Bank’s Director of Community Impact and Partnerships. Her experience spans diverse organizations, including non-profits and government agencies, where she has consistently driven impactful initiatives. She has a passion for leading diverse teams through transformative change, fostering collaboration, and cultivating an environment where innovation and growth thrive. Marissa believes in the power of collaboration and innovation to address food insecurity, working tirelessly to ensure that every community member has access to nutritious food. Marissa is also deeply engaged in the community, serving on various advisory councils, including the Advisory Council for Area of Aging and the Health and Wellness Coalition.
Marissa lives in Cape Coral, Florida with her husband and three children. Outside of work, Marissa enjoys spending time with her family, engaging in activities on the water, and actively supporting her children’s soccer teams.
Phone:239-334-7007 ext. 124
Tina Kintz
Director of Human ResourcesTina joined the food bank in in April 2022 as the Director of Human Resources. Her education in accounting and human resources, along with her progressive experience and success has led her to over 25-year career in human resources management as well as Payroll, Benefits and Finance Management. Prior to joining HCFB she worked for Children’s Advocacy Center of SWFL, Inc, and has held other HR roles, as well as operational , management, and leadership roles in the Sarasota Area.
Tina is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) Lee County Chapter.
Tina is a native of Ohio and now resides in Sarasota County with her husband Bruce, they have four grown children.
Phone:239-334-7007 ext. 110
Media Contact
Ryan Uhler
Marketing and Communications DirectorRyan joined the food bank in March 2016. A Long Island native, Ryan moved to Southwest Florida in 2001. He has a bachelor’s degree in communications with a minor in marketing from Florida Gulf Coast University.
Phone:239-334-7007 ext. 108