Foundation 2 Crisis Services Appoints Permanent CEO
The appointment of an internal leader signals operational continuity for the nonprofit’s Cedar Rapids-based crisis services.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in People
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Foundation 2 Crisis Services has appointed Erin Byers Langdon as its permanent CEO, effective October 26, 2026. Langdon, who previously served as the nonprofit's chief operating officer, held the interim CEO role for the past month.
Why it matters
The transition brings a familiar internal leader to the helm of a critical Cedar Rapids social service provider, signaling a focus on continuity for its crisis counseling, mobile outreach, and emergency youth shelter operations.
The new CEO brings 17 years of total nonprofit experience, including leadership roles held within Iowa since 2013 and a five-year tenure at the organization. Foundation 2 continues to operate its crisis and youth services across eastern and central Iowa.
The players
Erin Byers Langdon
The new permanent CEO of Foundation 2 Crisis Services with a 17-year background in nonprofit leadership.
Foundation 2 Crisis Services
A Cedar Rapids-based nonprofit providing crisis counseling, mobile outreach, and emergency youth shelter services.
Emily Blomme
The former CEO of Foundation 2 Crisis Services who recently departed the organization.
The details
The board of directors selected Langdon following a search process to fill the vacancy left by former CEO Emily Blomme. Langdon originally joined the organization in 2021 as chief operating officer, providing her with direct oversight of the operational infrastructure that supports the nonprofit's crisis counseling and emergency shelter functions.
Timeline
2013: Langdon began holding leadership roles in Iowa.
2021: Langdon joined Foundation 2 as chief operating officer.
September 2026: Langdon assumed the role of interim CEO.
October 26, 2026: The appointment of Langdon as permanent CEO took effect.
Market Landscape
This leadership appointment follows the precedent of internal promotion established by the 2021 executive leadership transition at Foundation 2. The move aligns with standard governance practices for regional nonprofits looking to maintain institutional stability during an executive search.
Operators in the nonprofit sector should monitor how internal leadership succession affects local service delivery and stakeholder relationships. Established, long-tenured leaders often prioritize operational stability and existing regional partnerships over immediate strategic shifts.
The takeaway
Selecting an internal candidate provides immediate stability for organizations managing sensitive community services. Leaders should assess their own executive pipeline to determine if internal promotion or external search better supports their current operational risk profile.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KGAN.
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