Mackintosh has served as president and CEO of EmployIndy since fall 2022, leading efforts to build strategic partnerships and create opportunities that empower Marion County residents to pursue careers aligned with employer demand. She first joined the organization as chief operations officer in 2016, and her leadership has been key in advancing initiatives such as the New Skills Ready Network Collaborative, Modern Apprenticeship, Talent Bound, Rapid Re-Employment Response and the Good Wages Initiative.

Reflecting on her time with the organization, Mackintosh told the team, “I really respect each and every one of you and your grit, your resilience, your commitment to serving our community, our residents and our businesses in a really thoughtful way. I’m very grateful to all of you.”

Under her direction, EmployIndy launched a three-year strategic plan focused on preparing students and workers for 21st-century jobs through career-connected learning, access to career coaches and equitable postsecondary options. The plan also emphasizes business engagement, helping employers remain competitive by co-creating talent pipelines, promoting inclusive and high-quality employment and connecting to a diverse, well-prepared workforce — steps critical to Indianapolis’ continued economic growth.

During the event, Mackintosh received a commemoration from U.S. Rep. André Carson and a proclamation from Mayor Joe Hogsett. She shared a personal reflection, saying, “As some of you may know, I am a musical theater girl at heart. And to borrow this moment from ‘Wicked,’ what I want to say is that ‘because I know you, I have changed for good.’ That line really hits when I think about how many people here have helped me have that change in my life. And so I’m just very grateful.”

Mackintosh will begin her new role Dec. 8 as vice chancellor for workforce and community engagement at IU Indianapolis. Her vision and dedication have left a lasting impact on the community, shaping opportunities for residents and businesses and driving progress toward a more inclusive and prosperous Indianapolis.

Closing the event, Mackintosh said, “Thank you for trusting me and for challenging me and for believing alongside me and really reminding me every day what community really means.”