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MEET THE TEAM
It takes a village to provide the programs and services the PAVE offers our community.
PAVE strives to hire and retain team members that are representative of the communities we serve.
OUR STAFF
Brent Adams
Director of Program Development and Evaluation
I manage PAVE's day-to-day work helping boys to develop healthy masculinity within the True Man program. Additionally, I facilitate PTHR classes in the fall. I am drawn to the work at PAVE by his desire to intervene in the intergenerational transfer of sexism and misogyny via programs for boys, though this is work he also continues to do in the space of his own family and personal identity. In my life outside of work, I spend my time restoring vintage and classic cars and motorcycles, and cruising to abandoned places on my motorcycle. I hold a Masters degree in Ethnic Studies from Colorado State University with a focus on the intersections of race, class, and gender and a research emphasis in the intergenerational transfer of masculinity via father-son relationships.
I manage PAVE's day-to-day work helping boys to develop healthy masculinity within the True Man program. Additionally, I facilitate PTHR classes in the fall. I am drawn to the work at PAVE by his desire to intervene in the intergenerational transfer of sexism and misogyny via programs for boys, though this is work he also continues to do in the space of his own family and personal identity. In my life outside of work, I spend my time restoring vintage and classic cars and motorcycles, and cruising to abandoned places on my motorcycle. I hold a Masters degree in Ethnic Studies from Colorado State University with a focus on the intersections of race, class, and gender and a research emphasis in the intergenerational transfer of masculinity via father-son relationships.
Melissa Bongirno
School Based Therapist
I am Melissa and I'm excited to work as a School Based Therapist for PAVE. I have spent most of my career in mental health specializing in anxiety, interpersonal trauma, and gender issues. I enjoy the unique culture of working with youth in school settings and am excited to work with an organization that is able to provide a holistic lense to serve students and their community. When I am outside of my therapist role, I love to snuggle dogs, watch movies, try new restaurants, plant flowers, and take my family roller skating.
I am Melissa and I'm excited to work as a School Based Therapist for PAVE. I have spent most of my career in mental health specializing in anxiety, interpersonal trauma, and gender issues. I enjoy the unique culture of working with youth in school settings and am excited to work with an organization that is able to provide a holistic lense to serve students and their community. When I am outside of my therapist role, I love to snuggle dogs, watch movies, try new restaurants, plant flowers, and take my family roller skating.
Joel Cornell
Operations Administrator
I'm Joel, the People and Operations Administrator here at Project PAVE. I joined the team in May of 2023 after working at another community based non-profit for the previous 15 years. I originally began my work in the non-profit sector through youth recreation programs and then moved into operations and administration. Most of all I enjoy supporting a team of people who are on the front lines trying to make positive change in the world, which here at PAVE means trying to end the cycle of violence. I hope that my work can enable the staff to fulfill our mission effectively and efficiently. Away from work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, interacting with our cat, bowling, baseball, long walks / hikes, and growing all types of plants.
I'm Joel, the People and Operations Administrator here at Project PAVE. I joined the team in May of 2023 after working at another community based non-profit for the previous 15 years. I originally began my work in the non-profit sector through youth recreation programs and then moved into operations and administration. Most of all I enjoy supporting a team of people who are on the front lines trying to make positive change in the world, which here at PAVE means trying to end the cycle of violence. I hope that my work can enable the staff to fulfill our mission effectively and efficiently. Away from work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, interacting with our cat, bowling, baseball, long walks / hikes, and growing all types of plants.
Danny Roetzer
Development Director
Hi! I'm Danny (he/him) and I’m the Development Director here at PAVE. I have an academic background in international relations and public policy, but fell in love with community-based work years ago as a case manager at a Safehouse. Over the years, I’ve led fundraising initiatives for small, grassroots organizations as well as larger institutions like PBS and NPR.
From Buffalo but having found a home in Denver, I spend my free time reading, writing, enjoying the Colorado sun, going to shows, and binging crime-thriller miniseries.
Hi! I'm Danny (he/him) and I’m the Development Director here at PAVE. I have an academic background in international relations and public policy, but fell in love with community-based work years ago as a case manager at a Safehouse. Over the years, I’ve led fundraising initiatives for small, grassroots organizations as well as larger institutions like PBS and NPR.
From Buffalo but having found a home in Denver, I spend my free time reading, writing, enjoying the Colorado sun, going to shows, and binging crime-thriller miniseries.
Stephanie Roman, MAEd, LPC, ACS
Program Director & Clinical Supervisor
I began my journey with Project PAVE 17 years ago when we started the school based counseling program in 2004. This position has allowed me to connect with the youth in our community, build relationships with families, and trust with our school partners.
When I'm not saving the world I spend time with my family and my new puppy, Frankie.
I began my journey with Project PAVE 17 years ago when we started the school based counseling program in 2004. This position has allowed me to connect with the youth in our community, build relationships with families, and trust with our school partners.
When I'm not saving the world I spend time with my family and my new puppy, Frankie.
Reina Ross
Senior Intervention Manager
Hi, I’m Reina! I’m the Senior Intervention Manager and I facilitate social-emotional wellness groups with youth to provide support, skills-building, and mental health education. At the beginning of my career I was working to close the academic achievement gap for low-income youth and families. I then decided to switch fields to address what I saw as one of the root causes of students and their families not meeting their own personal and academic goals: violence. Being at an organization whose primary focus is youth at the intersection of violence is what brought me to Project PAVE. I'm originally from Boulder. I love spending time with my niece and nephew, and my favorite treat is chips and queso from Illegal Pete’s!
Hi, I’m Reina! I’m the Senior Intervention Manager and I facilitate social-emotional wellness groups with youth to provide support, skills-building, and mental health education. At the beginning of my career I was working to close the academic achievement gap for low-income youth and families. I then decided to switch fields to address what I saw as one of the root causes of students and their families not meeting their own personal and academic goals: violence. Being at an organization whose primary focus is youth at the intersection of violence is what brought me to Project PAVE. I'm originally from Boulder. I love spending time with my niece and nephew, and my favorite treat is chips and queso from Illegal Pete’s!
Nick Sabolik
Intervention Manager
Hi! I'm Nick Sabolik, an Intervention Specialist here at PAVE, which means I facilitate various social-emotional groups in schools. My background is in teaching, and as a teacher I noticed fairly quickly that a lot of the important conversations I was having with students didn't fit in any curriculums but took place outside of class. When I discovered PAVE, I was excited to see an organization that intentionally made space for these conversations to take place inside classrooms. I currently live in Denver, and like to use our three-day weekends to play soccer, write, and get into the mountains.
Hi! I'm Nick Sabolik, an Intervention Specialist here at PAVE, which means I facilitate various social-emotional groups in schools. My background is in teaching, and as a teacher I noticed fairly quickly that a lot of the important conversations I was having with students didn't fit in any curriculums but took place outside of class. When I discovered PAVE, I was excited to see an organization that intentionally made space for these conversations to take place inside classrooms. I currently live in Denver, and like to use our three-day weekends to play soccer, write, and get into the mountains.
Jasmijn White
School-based Therapist
My name is Jasmijn White. As a therapist, I go by (Miss) Midge and I'm looking forward to being a School-Based Therapist with Project PAVE. Before getting a Masters degree, I spent much of my career working with MS and HSers in academic and mentorship capacities. My career as a therapist has been focused on supporting youth overcoming trauma and youth navigating their neurodivergence. At Project PAVE, I'm excited to get back into the school environment and blend all my passions into one job. Outside of work, I'm kind of a homebody. I listen to and play a lot of music, watch TV, read, and dream of eventually adding soccer back into the mix. But I'll always venture out of the house for the potential of good food or a fun concert!
My name is Jasmijn White. As a therapist, I go by (Miss) Midge and I'm looking forward to being a School-Based Therapist with Project PAVE. Before getting a Masters degree, I spent much of my career working with MS and HSers in academic and mentorship capacities. My career as a therapist has been focused on supporting youth overcoming trauma and youth navigating their neurodivergence. At Project PAVE, I'm excited to get back into the school environment and blend all my passions into one job. Outside of work, I'm kind of a homebody. I listen to and play a lot of music, watch TV, read, and dream of eventually adding soccer back into the mix. But I'll always venture out of the house for the potential of good food or a fun concert!
Lynne Wichert
Finance Director
I’m Lynne, PAVE’s Finance Director! My journey to PAVE began in 2011. At the time I had my own non-profit consulting business and PAVE hired me temporarily to help with finance. After a couple of months, the gig turned into a permanent, full-time position. I was and continue to be excited about PAVE’s mission and vision because of my work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), a Big Sister, and a parent of an adopted child. I believe all children should feel that their world is a safe place where people care about them and their needs and where they can develop healthy, positive relationships. When I’m not working, I love reading fiction, hiking and riding bikes with my daughter, and spending quality time with family and good friends.
I’m Lynne, PAVE’s Finance Director! My journey to PAVE began in 2011. At the time I had my own non-profit consulting business and PAVE hired me temporarily to help with finance. After a couple of months, the gig turned into a permanent, full-time position. I was and continue to be excited about PAVE’s mission and vision because of my work as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), a Big Sister, and a parent of an adopted child. I believe all children should feel that their world is a safe place where people care about them and their needs and where they can develop healthy, positive relationships. When I’m not working, I love reading fiction, hiking and riding bikes with my daughter, and spending quality time with family and good friends.
Tara Williams
Executive Director
I'm Tara the Executive Director at PAVE. I oversee development & operations (fundraising, finance, HR, and all things administrative). I've been at PAVE for 10 years in various roles before becoming the Co-ED in January. My background is in development, including working at small social service organizations and at large university development offices. I was drawn to PAVE's work with youth in our community to end gender based violence and was excited to bring my fundraising and gender studies research experience to an amazing organization. It is the people that I've worked with at PAVE (staff, Board, volunteers, youth) and their passion for the work that has kept me here and dedicated to this organization. Born and raised by the beach in New Jersey, I've lived in Colorado for fourteen years now. In my time away from PAVE, I enjoy spending time with my two kids, reading, drinking wine and coffee, traveling, Netflix binges, and feeding treats to my fuzzy dog.
I'm Tara the Executive Director at PAVE. I oversee development & operations (fundraising, finance, HR, and all things administrative). I've been at PAVE for 10 years in various roles before becoming the Co-ED in January. My background is in development, including working at small social service organizations and at large university development offices. I was drawn to PAVE's work with youth in our community to end gender based violence and was excited to bring my fundraising and gender studies research experience to an amazing organization. It is the people that I've worked with at PAVE (staff, Board, volunteers, youth) and their passion for the work that has kept me here and dedicated to this organization. Born and raised by the beach in New Jersey, I've lived in Colorado for fourteen years now. In my time away from PAVE, I enjoy spending time with my two kids, reading, drinking wine and coffee, traveling, Netflix binges, and feeding treats to my fuzzy dog.
Staff
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Board
HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS
Raydean Acevedo
John Capone
Patricia Crown
Mary Beth Edwards
Elaine Gampel
Michael Hammell
Sally Hallingstad
Cindy Kellogg
Kelli Kindel
Jon Lorenz
Cec Ortiz
Dean Prina
Bill Ritter
Jeanie Ritter
Steve Siegel
Bob Serotta
Bob Severson
Cori Streetman
Tiffany Watchler
INTERESTED IN BOARD MEMBERSHIP?
PROJECT PAVE JOBS AND CAREERS
Project PAVE is hiring a School-Based Therapist!
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