Women for Sobriety Names Dr. Kimberly A. Boulden Executive Director
Experienced program builder and leader to guide the women-founded, secular recovery organization into its next chapter
QUAKERTOWN, Pa. — October 29, 2026 — Women for Sobriety, Inc. (WFS), a groundbreaking nonprofit organization committed to supporting women seeking recovery from problematic substance use, today announced the appointment of its new executive director Kimberly A. Boulden, Ph.D., M.A. Dr. Boulden brings years of experience building programs across healthcare, recovery, and education, providing strategic leadership and opportunities for growth.
"On behalf of the Board and our entire community, I am delighted to welcome Dr. Boulden. Her track record of building strong programs, developing leaders, and growing mission-driven organizations makes her the right person to carry our work forward. She understands that what we offer is both a program and a community, and she is committed to protecting both."
-Marilyn Pearson, President of Women for Sobriety
Dr. Boulden's background includes fundraising, strategic plan development, and presenting at recovery conferences. She has also taught at the State University of New York at Buffalo and other universities, bringing an educator's eye for how people learn, grow, and lead.
"I am honored to join an organization that was built by women, for women, and that trusts every participant to take charge of her own recovery. The 13 Acceptance Statements offer a practical, compassionate path to emotional and spiritual growth, self-esteem, agency, and personal responsibility. I look forward to working with our volunteers, participants, and partners to make that path available to more women who need it as well as those in supporting roles."
-Dr. Boulden
About Dr. Kimberly A. Boulden
Dr. Kimberly A. Boulden is an experienced leader building programs and coaching leaders in healthcare, recovery, education, and nonprofit organizations. Her expertise includes fundraising and strategic planning, presenting at recovery conferences, and teaching at the State University of New York at Buffalo and other universities.
[Media inquiries and interview requests with Dr. Boulden can be directed to Marilyn Pearson at marilyn@womenforsobriety.org]