Jessica Bailey-Wheaton Elected Bridge Bread Board President
Seasoned healthcare legal professional brings proven leadership and business acumen to non-profit social enterprise
ST. LOUIS, MO (January 15, 2025) – Bridge Bread Bakery, a non-profit providing restorative employment and housing assistance to people without safe and stable housing, today announced the election of Jessica Bailey-Wheaton as President of its Board of Directors. Ms. Bailey-Wheaton, a St. Louis City resident, is a highly respected legal and healthcare professional with a distinguished career in leadership and business strategy.
“We are thrilled for Jessica to lead our Board of Directors,” said Fred Domke, Founder of Bridge Bread Bakery. “Her proven track record of success, coupled with her deep understanding of Bridge Bread, makes her an ideal candidate to guide us through our next chapter of growth and innovation.”
Ms. Bailey-Wheaton currently serves as Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Health Capital Consultants, a nationally recognized healthcare financial and economic consulting firm.In this role, she oversees a wide range of legal and business matters, demonstrating her expertise in strategic planning and corporate governance.
Throughout her career, Ms. Bailey-Wheaton has been actively involved in various professional and community organizations, including six years of service on the Bridge Bread Board. During her time as a Board member, she helped Bridge Bread transition from a volunteer-led program to a sustainable, professionally-managed organization, helping to launch the bakery’s Soulard Farmers Market location, Housing Incentive Program, and annual Bread & Butter Gala.
“I am honored to be elected President of the Board of Directors for Bridge Bread Bakery,” said Ms. Bailey-Wheaton. “Bridge Bread is doing life-changing work, and I am passionate about preserving its legacy while growing the bakery and hiring more bakers to fulfill our critical mission of providing restorative employment to those in our community experiencing homelessness. I look forward to working with the talented Board and leadership team to shape the future of this beloved bakery.”
Bridge Bread Founder Fred Domke previously served as Board President and will continue to serve as Executive Director, providing continuity as an invaluable advisor to the organization, offering his expertise and support to the Ms. Bailey-Wheaton and the entire Bridge Bread team.
About Bridge Bread Bakery
Bridge Bread Bakery, founded in 2011 by Fred and Sharon Domke, is St. Louis’ only non-profit social enterprise that empowers individuals experiencing homelessness by providing meaningful work, marketable baking skills, and housing assistance, helping them become self-sufficient community members. For more information, visit www.bridgebread.org.
Contact:
Fred Domke
Founder
FDomke@bridgebread.org
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