Move United, a community-based sports and recreation organization for individuals with disabilities, named Kayleigh J. McCauley-Sayer, EdD, as its director of membership services.
McCauley-Sayer will strategize, direct, and oversee the organizational and individual membership programs, as well as the insurance and risk management effort. She will develop and implement programs, initiatives, and policies designed to increase and enhance diverse and inclusive membership programs overall.
“I’m excited to join the Move United Team,” McCauley-Sayer said. “This work combines my experience in sport, accessibility, and community engagement, and I couldn’t have asked for a better fit for my next personal and professional journey.
“I cannot wait to connect with our individual and organizational members, and get to work. I am excited to bring my expertise in intercollegiate athletics and higher education to the team. As we look to expand the Move United footprint, I am personally looking forward to seeing growth in adaptive sport opportunities at the college level.”
McCauley-Sayer most recently served as the executive director of the Center for Social Change and Community Involvement at Lewis & Clark College where she developed and led social impact strategy and civic engagement, which included addressing cultural intelligence with specific attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion. She also served as the college’s director of student support services and oversaw the college’s Title IX program.
“Dr. McCauley-Sayer brings valuable experience and perspective to the Move United team as we build on the growth and success of our membership during the last two years,” said Move United Executive Director Glenn Merry. “Her background in social change is particularly relevant as we work to shift the disability narrative in America, using the power of sport to push what’s possible and challenge preconceived limitations.”
Over the last two years, Move United expanded its member network by 60 percent to 205 organizations in 43 states. Move United’s Vision 2028 includes creating a network so that 90 percent of Americans are within 50 miles of a member adaptive sports organization.
