Board Member Spotlight: Zach Brien

Zach Brien

Zach Brien is one of CASA of Lexington's newest board members. He is a Regional Trust Advisor at Truist Wealth, helping people create estate plans and trusts. He began serving on the CASA board in July.

CASA: How did you first learn about CASA of Lexington?

Zach: I was an attorney in Western Ky before I moved to Lexington, and practiced a lot in dependency, neglect and abuse court including as a guardian ad litem. I loved working with CASA in that role and met Melynda at an event. When I moved to Lexington, I reached out to get involved.

CASA: Have you served in any other roles besides board member?

Zach: I served on the finance committee for a year before being accepted as a board member.

CASA: Why do you serve as a CASA of Lexington board member?

Zach: I have always had a passion for helping kids in need. Working as a GAL and family law attorney, I saw how effective and impactful a CASA worker can be. Kentucky has absurd abuse and neglect rates, and I wanted to serve on the board to help in some small way.

CASA: What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

Zach: I love football, camping and hiking, and most of all playing with my sons, Hardy, age 5, and Duke, age 3.

CASA: What would you like to say to CASA of Lexington's volunteers?

Zach: Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your work is critical to our kids and our state and the judicial process. You impact children and families for years after a case is closed, and I am so appreciative of your time, effort and generosity.