SAVAGE, Minn., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rudolph Community and Care (RCC) is pleased to announce the addition of Laura Purfeerst as Chief Financial Officer and Easton Brown as Chief Operating Officer. Both leaders bring extensive experience and a shared passion for RCC’s mission of providing meaningful support and care to the people and communities it serves.
As Chief Financial Officer, Laura Purfeerst brings more than 30 years of experience in strategic financial leadership, risk management, and organizational growth. In her role, Laura will collaborate across teams to support well-informed decision-making and promote sustainable organizational growth, helping position RCC for continued success.
“I’m energized by the meaningful support RCC provides and the impact we have on people’s lives,” said Laura Purfeerst, new CFO of RCC. “As CFO, I look forward to contributing to RCC’s growth and ensuring strong financial stewardship that sustains the work we do.”
Easton Brown joins RCC as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than a decade of leadership experience in the disability and mental illness space, with a focus on residential and community-based services. Easton is passionate about helping others, improving systems, creating clarity, and leading people and organizations to grow while remaining rooted in the mission.
“I never take for granted the honor and opportunity leadership has to impact the lives of the staff and people we support,” said Easton Brown, new COO at RCC. “RCC is a special place with incredible resources, and as COO, I will work to carry forward and advance our specialized care while continuing to do good in our communities.”
Together, Purfeerst and Brown will help guide RCC’s continued growth, strengthen operational and financial strategies, and support the organization’s commitment to person-centered support for the people it serves.
Rudolph Community and Care is a family-owned provider of Home and Community-Based Services and Positive Support Services in Minnesota, offering innovative, person-centered support to individuals with disabilities and complex needs. We empower those we support to live with greater independence, purpose, and fulfillment. More information can be found at www.rudolphcc.com.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Jade Mahlen • Vice President of Compliance & Growth • Rudloph Community & Care • 952.467.8846 • jmahlen@rudolphcc.com
Tami Kinzel • Director of Strategic Partnerships • WhiteBox Marketing • 612.741.1364 • Tami@whiteboxmarketing.com
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