Local healthcare veteran named Director of Community Relations at Lake Chelan Health & Wellness Foundation

Vita Monteleone

The Lake Chelan Health & Wellness Foundation has named longtime community member Vita Monteleone as its new Director of Community Relations.

Monteleone, a resident of the Chelan Valley since 1985, brings a wealth of local experience and healthcare expertise to the role. She holds dual degrees in Business and Marketing with a specialization in Public Relations from Wenatchee Valley College.

Her appointment comes after an extensive career in emergency medical services. Monteleone served as an Emergency Medical Technician at Lake Chelan Community Hospital for over 15 years, a role she describes as "one of her greatest accomplishments."

In addition to her professional experience, Monteleone has been deeply involved in community organizations. She was an active member of the Alpha Guild, one of the hospital's original guilds, for more than two decades. During her tenure, the guild successfully acquired equipment for the hospital's EMS department and staff.

Monteleone expressed enthusiasm for her new position, stating, "When the opportunity arose to work with the Lake Chelan Health & Wellness foundation it was perfect next step for me to put my skill and experience to good use, and I look forward to serving the community in this way."

The appointment underscores the foundation's commitment to leveraging local talent and experience in its mission to support health and wellness initiatives in the Lake Chelan area.

Monteleone's roots in the community run deep. Both of her children were born and raised in the Chelan Valley and remain active in the area. Throughout their upbringing, she was heavily involved in school programs and local theater, participating both on stage and behind the scenes with Chelan Valley Players.