The Board of Directors of OpenCircle (formerly Merit Contractors Association) is pleased to announce the appointment of Line Porfon to the position of Chief Executive Officer.

Line brings more than 35 years of not-for-profit and public service and administrative experience to her new role; having served in various senior leadership capacities at OpenCircle over the past nine years.

“Line has proven to be valuable to the organization, and we have every confidence that she will lead this organization in a positive direction,” said OpenCircle Board of Directors Chair, Alan Kuysters. “Line personifies our new brand and the direction this organization is taking. Her unshakable dedication to Member support and exceptional quality of programming will ensure uninterrupted service through this transition.”

“I am thrilled to be able to bring my passion for our organization, membership, and industry to the CEO role,” said Line. “Innovation and new strategic initiatives have been a focus throughout my career, and I have had successes in creating opportunities in times of change, like those we are experiencing at OpenCircle. As the organization enters a pivotal phase in our expansion, I couldn’t be more excited to work with the Board and staff to better serve our membership.”

The world has changed, and OpenCircle is adapting along with it. We are creating innovative programs and services to support the unique needs of our Members so they can confidently compete and thrive in this new world.