Kris Eastman

Kris Eastman was appointed President and CEO of Mainstream Living on November 1, 2023. Her commitment to the disability field began as a student at Iowa State University.  Following completion of her Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work, she started a career focused on servant leadership.  Eastman's passion to provide creative, innovative and responsive services has been given an outlet for nearly four decades at Mainstream Living. She has had many roles in the organization including direct care, mid-level management and senior leadership. In 2013, she was appointed Vice-Present of Waiver Services and began oversight and supervision of all residential and day services programs at Mainstream Living serving persons with intellectual disabilities and brain injuries. She accepted the role of Chief Operating Officer in 2022. In 2017, she began sharing her talents with other organizations by becoming a certified CARF surveyor. CARF is an international accreditation agency that provides peer driven surveys and guidance through its surveyor’s expertise and knowledge. She has completed surveys in several states around the country. Eastman recognizes the importance of work /life balance; so, you will often find her enjoying the outdoors during her free time. She likes to bike trails, hike, listen to music at the park or simply enjoy a glass of wine on her deck. Most importantly, she loves to spend time with her friends and family.