YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – After 25 years of leadership, Mike Iberis, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley executive director, has retired.
Second Harvest announced Iberis’ retirement Friday in a news release. He will remain involved with the organization as a member of the food bank’s executive board, continuing to support its mission in a new role. During his tenure, Iberis oversaw growth in the food bank’s reach and capacity, strengthening partnerships across Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties and ensuring that thousands of families, seniors and children have reliable access to nutritious food.
Under his leadership, Second Harvest expanded programs, increased distribution and built a network of supporters, volunteers and community partners. Renee Fuller, who has been with Second Harvest for more than eight years, is the new executive director.
Fuller has served in a variety of roles within the organization, most recently as associate director, where she participated in daily operations, program development and strategic planning.
“Renee’s knowledge of our programs, our partners and our community is invaluable,” Iberis said. “She has been an essential part of our success, and I am confident the food bank will continue to grow and serve more people under her leadership.”
Fuller emphasized that the leadership change will not affect the food bank’s commitment to the community.
“Our mission remains the same,” Fuller said. “Nothing will change in the way we operate day to day, and our focus will continue to be on providing as many meals as possible to individuals and families facing hunger. We are grateful for Mike’s leadership over the past 25 years, and we look forward to building on the strong foundation he created.”
In 2025, Second Harvest distributed 9.7 million pounds of food through its network of 160 partner agencies and programs, helping to provide more than 8.8 million meals across the Mahoning Valley. Every $1 donated helps provide five meals to the community.
Pictured at top: Mike Iberis and Renee Fuller hold a sign for the Mike Iberis Distribution Center in October 2025. To commemorate Iberis’ 25th year as executive director, Second Harvest dedicated its building and distribution center in his name.