Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center Names Brian Hager as Chief Operating Officer

Las Vegas, NV (January 7, 2022) - Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center has announced the promotion of its Executive Director Brian Hager to Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective immediately.

Brian Hager
Chief Operating Officer (COO), Grant a Gift

Hager has served as the Executive Director of the Ackerman Center for two and a half years, first under UNLV and then through our takeover of the Ackerman Center in July of 2021. He was instrumental in helping to make the transition a success. 

“The Board of Directors is delighted to give Brian this well-deserved promotion,” said Kate Lowenhar-Fischer, Board Chair of Grant a Gift. “He’s a talented individual, and, along with our CEO Peter Krauss, Brian deserves a lot of credit for our success.” 

“It has been my pleasure to work alongside Brian as we continue to chart a new and exciting growth path for GGAF,” added Peter Krauss, President and CEO, Grant a Gift. “This new title properly positions Brian to help us continue to improve our operational efficiencies and find new ways to serve and support more families in our community.” 

Many of the Executive Director responsibilities will be rolled into Brian’s COO role. The rest will be spread out amongst other staff with most being entrusted to Daniel Power, Operations Manager at the Ackerman Center. 

“I am truly humbled to be promoted to the position of Chief Operating Officer for GGAF-Ackerman Center,” said Brian Hager, COO, Grant a Gift. “When I was first hired at the Ackerman Center, I was determined to make a positive difference in the community and with our staff. I am looking forward to continuing on this path, creating more access, and helping more families get the services they need. I am grateful to the entire Board of Directors and our President/CEO for affording me this opportunity.”