Wallowa Valley Center for Wellness announces Bridget Brown as Chief Executive Officer
By Garrett Christensen on Monday, September 28th, 2026 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
ENTERPRISE – (Press release from the Wallowa Valley Center for Wellness) Following a national search that drew candidates from across the country, Wallowa Valley Center for Wellness has selected Bridget Brown as its next Chief Executive Officer.
Brown has served WVCW for 15 years, including 11 years as Chief Operating Officer. She was named to the CEO role by unanimous vote of the WVCW Board of Directors.
“Bridget knows this organization, this community, and this work,” said Melyssa Sharp, Chair of the WVCW Board of Directors. “She brings the leadership, perspective, and commitment to help guide WVCW forward, and the Board is excited about what lies ahead under her leadership.”
In her current role, Brown works closely with staff and leadership across the organization, represents WVCW with community and government partners, and helps oversee the daily operations that support services throughout Wallowa County. She has also helped guide WVCW through periods of growth, change, and complex operational challenges, giving her a strong understanding of both the organization and the community it serves.
Brown will succeed longtime CEO Chantay Jett, who will leave WVCW at the end of September after 16 years with the organization, including more than a decade as CEO. Jett will next serve as President of Greater Oregon Behavioral Health, Inc. (GOBHI).
“I wholeheartedly endorse the Board’s selection of Bridget Brown as WVCW’s next CEO. Having worked alongside Bridget for 16 years, I know how uniquely qualified she is to lead this organization,” said Chantay Jett. “Her vision and leadership will strengthen WVCW and open new possibilities for the people and communities we serve.”
The community is invited to join WVCW on October 1 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. as we honor Jett’s years of service and celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Community Garden and Wellness Park.
“I am deeply honored to lead an organization I have believed in for 15 years,” Brown said. “I am excited to build on what our team has created and to lead the next stage of WVCW’s work with a deep local lens, honesty, and care.”
As Brown steps into the CEO role, WVCW will continue its focus on accessible, community based care and its mission of bringing strength in every struggle and hope in every heart.
