Global nonprofit Orphan Outreach, based in Plano, has named a new CEO from an unexpected industry — former Hunt Oil exec Michael Monroe.
“Michael brings a rare combination of corporate acumen and compassionate advocacy
to his role at Orphan Outreach,” Orphan Outreach Chairman of the Board Luis Argote said. “His leadership will strengthen the organization’s operational capacity, global partnerships, and long-term sustainability, while keeping our mission of restoring hope and dignity to vulnerable children at the heart of every decision.”
Monroe started his career as an attorney in the early aughts, followed by a 23-year stint with Hunt Oil Company. He started with the company as the general counsel, working his way up through Chief Legal to president of Hunt Consolidated, Inc.
While working for Hunt, however, Monroe and his wife, Amy, founded Tapestry Ministry. The faith-based nonprofit provided holistic support, practical resources and community to adoptive and foster families with churches across the U.S. and Canada.
“It is a privilege to join this global team of passionate and committed men and women dedicated to caring for vulnerable children and families in transformative and lasting ways,” said Monroe. “I am humbled by this opportunity and excited about this new chapter for myself and for Orphan Outreach.”
Orphan Outreach is a faith-based nonprofit that provides educational, physical, emotional and spiritual care to orphaned children in Guatemala, Honduras, Peru, India, Kenya, Latvia, Nepal, Ukraine, Russia and the United States.
Orphan Outreach is located on the corner of Custer Road and Plano Parkway near The Hope Center.
