Staff

Executive Director
Julie Bugner-Smith

Julie Bugner-Smith  is a native of Great Bend and has actively involved int the area in business, church and various organizations and activities.  Julie and her husband Mark farm west of Great Bend and have 2 children, Olivia and Pete.

Julie's experience is in previously operating her own business- from coordinating promotional events, marketing, community involvement and overall management.  Most importantly, Julie loves working with the local 19 agencies,their directors and the community . Her goal is to make a differnce in the community.

Office Coordinator
Paula Mauler

Paula is new to the United Way family.  She is joining the staff part-time and brings a wide variety of accounting and financial skills to the job.  She is married to Curt Mauler and have two children, Sarah and Jenna.  Paula is a welcome addition and United Way of Central Kansas is excited to have her on board.