Meet Joe Iarocci, Emmaus House's Interim Executive Director

We’re excited to announce that we have a new Interim Executive Director at Emmaus House, Joe Iarocci.

Joe and his wife, Laura, have three grown children and are both longtime members of the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip. In addition to serving in many leadership roles with the church, Joe has helped lead several large nonprofits across the country.

He recently completed an assignment as Interim Chief Executive Officer of MedShare, a global healthcare nonprofit based in Atlanta, and has also served as interim CEO for Gray Matters Capital, a social impact investment firm, and CEO of the Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership.

Prior to these roles, Joe worked with CARE USA for thirteen years as General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief of Staff. Care USA is one of the world’s largest international nongovernmental organizations dedicated to ending extreme poverty.

With a background in business law, Joe received his A.B. magna cum laude from Brown University and his J.D. from the Cornell Law School. Joe also holds a Masters of Theological studies degree from Emory University’s Candler School of Theology.

“Joe’s faith and gifts will serve Emmaus House well during this interim period,” says Bishop Robert Wright of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. “I thank God for Joe, Emmaus House, and the work ahead.”

In addition to his ample qualifications, Joe also has a personal connection to Emmaus House. His wife Laura’s mother, Dr. Marilyn P. Dornbush, volunteered at Emmaus House in its early days under the leadership of Rev. Austin Ford.

“The mission of Emmaus House is as important as ever,” says Joe. “I am thankful for the chance to serve this wonderful organization in my new call.”

We’re very grateful to have him on board and are excited to continue our work under his leadership while we search for a permanent executive director. Please join us in welcoming Joe Iarocci!