Kalix Announces Chris Haseleu as New Chief Executive Officer

MINOT, ND (August 19, 2024) –

Chris Haseleu

Blaine DesLauriers, Board Chair, announced that Chris Haseleu has been named the next CEO of Kalix, effective upon the retirement of Borgi Beeler on September 13, 2024.  Borgi took the CEO position in 2007, and her departure follows a 39-year career at Kalix.  Blaine commented, “the Board thanks Borgi for her leadership during the last 17 years and looks forward to continued success with Chris at the helm.”

Haseleu joined Kalix in February and has been serving as Chief Operating Officer.  Haseleu said he looks forward to “improving the lives and [expanding] services for people in North Dakota so they can be active participants within their communities.” He is committed to the Kalix mission:  privacy, dignity, and purpose for all people.

Before arriving at Kalix, Haseleu served as the Executive Director at Minot Health and Rehab.  He has an extensive history in healthcare administration and brings valuable experience to Kalix from numerous leadership roles, from direct patient care to facility operations.  Haseleu is originally from Fargo, where he attended North Dakota State University and earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN). He worked as a Registered Nurse for five years before going on to earn his Master’s in Health Administration from the University of Mary in Bismarck. He then completed a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership in 2022. Haseleu is happy to call Minot home with his wife and two children.

About Kalix:  Kalix is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities since the early 1960s.  With a dedicated team of over 440 employees, Kalix operates in Minot, the Belcourt/Rolla region, and the Grand Forks Air Force Base.  The organization utilizes a team-based approach focused on personalized assistance to set and achieve meaningful goals.  Their approach to in-home support prioritizes providing opportunities for people to engage in hobbies and pursue outside interests.  The organization also partners with local businesses to facilitate successful employment opportunities while offering several in-house employment options.  Known for the long tenure of staff, Kalix benefits from experienced employees who contribute to high-quality care.  For more details, visit www.KalixND.org or www.Facebook.com/KalixND.

Contact:
Borgi Beeler
[email protected]
(701) 852-1014