Cascade Media Group recently interviewed Janet (Carlson) Baker
, where she shared insights on funding programs for the elderly, specifically those associated with the Shepherd Center, where she serves as the Executive Director. The interview, conducted by Carlos Nelson, was held via Zoom and is featured on Cascade Media Group’s community organization page.
Janet Baker is a distinguished business leader with extensive executive experience across public, private, and independent sectors. She has held roles such as executive director, board chair, corporate funder, civic volunteer, trainer, nonprofit consultant, and facilitator. Janet has successfully managed collaborations at both systemic and grassroots levels, with a strong background in legislative advocacy.
Her career includes executive, policy, federal relations, strategic planning, marketing, and external relations roles with national corporations in business, academia, professional membership, and health and human services nonprofit organizations. Janet has worked with over 100 organizations and served on 25 boards of directors and mayoral commissions under two Kansas City mayors
