Our Leaders
Carrie Blumert
Chief Executive Officer
As Chief Executive Officer of Mental Health Association Oklahoma, Carrie Blumert is dedicated to expanding access to affordable treatment, safe housing, and supportive communities for individuals living with mental illness and addiction. Before joining MHAOK, Carrie was twice elected to serve as Oklahoma County Commissioner, District 1, from 2018 to 2024, becoming the youngest woman elected to that role in state history.
Earlier in her career, Carrie worked at the Oklahoma City-County Health Department, where she managed community partnerships and engagement initiatives. She holds a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Services from Oklahoma State University. Carrie serves on the boards of Oklahoma Humane Society and Teach for America Tulsa, and is an active member of the Tulsa Downtown Rotary Club. Carrie is a Fulcrum Fellow with the Center for Community Investment and a graduate of Leadership Oklahoma City Class 38.
Need to contact Carrie? Call 918-382-2402 or email njones@mhaok.org.
Mark A. Davis, LCSW
Chief Program Officer
Mark Davis joined Mental Health Association Oklahoma in 2005 after earning a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Oklahoma. He has dedicated more than three decades to advancing mental health, recovery, and homelessness service delivery systems to ensure the most vulnerable community members have access to high-quality mental health care, stable housing, and comprehensive support services.
As Chief Program Officer, Mark leads a wide range of mental health and housing programs, supporting individuals living with serious mental illness, homelessness, and addiction. Mark is committed to expanding evidence-based recovery initiatives, cost-effective housing solutions, and community partnerships that promote long-term stability and reduce reliance on emergency systems.
John Manning, CPA
Chief Operating Officer
John Manning joined Mental Health Association Oklahoma in 2023 after serving more than 30 years in various corporate leadership and consulting roles, striving to develop and apply productive work environment strategies while partnering with executive, administrative and operational teams. John, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from Northeastern University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Phillips University.
After decades in the corporate sector, John sought work with deeper impact, leading him to MHAOK. As Chief Operating Officer, he brings a strong background in human resources, accounting, and business operations. John ensures the organization’s efficiency, fiscal stability, and ethical practices, while also overseeing MHAOK’s housing portfolio to help provide safe, affordable, and stable housing for Oklahoma renters.
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