Nonprofit Board Member Database

Alcorn, Kia

IDHS Bureau of Field Services - Rehabilitation Counselor

Education/Highlights
Master's Degree in social work; Bachelor's degree in Sociology, minor in criminal justice

Community Involvement
As a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, I help plan and prepare as well as participate in community events.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Kia

Anderson, Jacob

Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church - Music Coordinator, Pianist and Organist

Education/Highlights
B.A. Music and Education Studies, Wabash College

Community Involvement
I have been with the Boys and Girls Club of America Organization for 3 years now. Started as program staff in Crawfordsville, IN during college and currently am working on the administration side of the organization at Boys and Girls Club of Decatur.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human Services

Email Jacob

Auvil, Joe

Mortgage Originator - First Option Mortgage

Community Involvement
Active member of Renaissance Church Board Member - Decatur Habitat for Humanity Board Member - Decatur Day Care Center

Interest Areas
Community Development, Human Services

Email Joe

Barr, Jim

Retired Teacher

Education/Highlights
Master's degree in Biology with 64 hours beyond my Master's degree

Community Involvement
Presently I am on the Illinois Retired Teachers Association Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Foundation Board and PAC Board as well as serving as President of the Decatur Area Retired Teachers Association. I am on the Board for Pride of the Prairie, IEA Retired Teachers Association.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Jim

Born, Jennifer

Traditions Health Home Care and Hospice Nurse Practitioner, APRN, NP-C

Education/Highlights
Master's degree in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing (2018); Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing (2003); Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Illinois State University (2001)

Community Involvement
Decatur Daycare Board Member (2019-present) Advocate and Volunteer, Macon County Animal Shelter (2012-present) Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) (2019-present) Organizer of the "Last Chance Physicals" at Decatur Public Schools Dist. No. 61 (2017) New Hop Animal Shelter Board of Directors (2016-2017) Community Health Fair Speaker on Diabetes at Love Fellowship Christian Church (2017)

Interest Areas
Community Development, Health, Education, Human Services

Email Jennifer

Boyd, Alexis

Macon Resources - Coordinator of Public Relations and Development

Education/Highlights
Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Communication Studies.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development

Email Alexis

Collins-Brown, Kevin

Memorial Health, Nurse Practitioner

Education/Highlights
Doctorate degree in nursing

Community Involvement
Currently on DPS Board of Education.

Interest Areas
Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Kevin

Dobey, Ryan

Commercial Loan Officer at Hickory Point Bank and Trust

Education/Highlights
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Millikin University, Master's of Business Administration from Millikin University

Community Involvement
Good Samaritan Inn-2015, Catholic Charities Food Bank-2015-2019, St. Charles Capitals Youth Coach-2016-2019, Farm Progress Show Volunteer-2017, Trinity Lutheran Church Tornado Pickup Volunteer2018

Interest Areas
Animals, Environment, Health, Education

Email Ryan

Ellis, LeAnn

Dove, Inc. Neighborhood Services Program Coordinator

Community Involvement
I began volunteering in 1990 with church and outreach programs within the church. In 2018 I met a young homeless woman in Central Park and through much prayer and a series of events we got her into a shelter and she has now been in her own home for over 2 years. Currently my position with Dove allows me to be in the community at local gatherings and city council meetings, etc. on a regular basis.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email LeAnn

Ellis, Randy

Crossroads Building Supply Commercial Sales Rep.

Education/Highlights
BS Business Millikin University

Community Involvement
Athletic Director Decatur Catholic Board member Sinawik Park Baseball

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education

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Fawley, Jami

Gallery Coordinator at the Decatur Area Arts Council.

Education/Highlights
Linguistics and Art History at ISU and UIUC, Studio Painting at Millikin University

Community Involvement
I have served my community through mother-to-mother, peer support programs and as a certified lactation consultant. I have been a room mother, Girl Scout Leader, and youth group leader at church. I was a volunteer grade school art teacher for many years and also served as a set, prop, and costume designer for school theater. I support local performing arts and studio arts organizations whenever possible, as well as New Life Pregnancy Center, Decatur Catholic Radio, Humane Society of Decatur Macon County, Leia's Hope Rescue, and Good Samaritan Inn. I am especially interested in cultural preservation and local history and support these causes when I am able.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights

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Frazier, Amy

Hickory Point Bank, Director of Human Resources

Education/Highlights
Eastern Illinois University, Bachelor of Science, 2012

Community Involvement
I have participated with United Way as a volunteer with allocations, Day of Action and other volunteer opportunities. Volunteer with MidState Soccer Club. Speaker with bright Girls and other young women focused events. Participates and organize a wide variety of volunteer events with the Hickory Point Bank Events.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education

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Goforth, Shateveon

Draftsman; Gas Technical Engineering at Ameren Illinois

Education/Highlights
AAS – Richland Community College 2022; BPA (Public Administration) – UIS anticipated graduation 202

Community Involvement
IBEW Local 51 Executive Board member, IBEW Local 51 Unit 15 Chair, IBEW Local 51 RENEW Committee Chair, IBEW 6th District RENEW Rep for Illinois, Macon County Precinct Committeeperson – Precinct 21, NAACP Executive member, and Life Changers Church Youth Leader

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human Services

Email Shateveon

Goforth, Kaleb

Fuyao Glass Illinois, Journeyman Industrial Maintenance Technician

Education/Highlights
Journeyman Industrial maintenance Technician registered through the Department of Labor. Bachelor's degree in Biology in progress.

Community Involvement
I am an active member in my local union and serve as the current Vice President of USW Local 193g. I also serve on the Executive Board at my local union and hold a position as a trustee. I am an active member in my church and serve as an adjutant for the senior pastor.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Kaleb

Hardy, Marcia

General Dentist

Education/Highlights
Univ. of Illinois B.S. Biology, Northwestern University Dental School DDDS

Community Involvement
Dental education classes for Macon County Schools (public and private) and Jr. Fire Cadets, Altrusa Service Club past officer/board member, Rotary Club former member, Our Lady of Lourdes current Pastoral Council member, Picnic co-chairman, Fellowship Sunday co-chairman, Diocese of Springfield in Illinois former Woman of Excellence, Decatur District Dental Society past president, current secretary/treasurer, Illinois State Dental Society incoming Trustee, and American Dental Association alternate delegate from Illinois 2023.

Interest Areas
Animals, Health, Education

Email Marcia

Harper, Lathaghia

Land of Lincoln Credit Union, AVP Human Resource Administrator

Education/Highlights
Graduated from EHS in 2013. Received my Associates of Arts degree from Richland Community College in 2018, and am currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Org. Leadership from Lincoln College.

Community Involvement
I enjoy leading a hand in my community. I have mentored adolescents through Big Brothers Big Sisters, served as Co-Chair for LLCU's Charity committee, served as a volunteer with The Good Samaritan Inn, organized a fundraiser for CASA and Webster Cantrell Hall, and volunteered at some of the local schools doing various things.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Lathaghia

Jenkins, Cindy

Crossing Healthcare - Chief Compliance Officer

Education/Highlights
BS Medical Technology MT(ASCP)

Community Involvement
I have extensive healthcare experience, including management, quality assessment/improvement, policy development, project development, team facilitation/building and education. I am a supporter of Decatur Public Schools and supported my children through activities such as band and show choir. I have been involved in leadership positions and volunteered in churches I have attended.

Interest Areas
Health, Education, Human Services

Email Cindy

Jones, Raji

Work at Youth With A Positive Direction. Executive Director of the Creators Care Company

Education/Highlights
High School Graduate

Community Involvement
I currently coach kids’ basketball at Sky Walker International Sports. I help with the youth at YWAPD. In the past I’ve played drum line for 15+ years in marches and parades throughout the city and Central Illinois. I am very active in the community and with the youth.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education

Email Raji

Jordan, Andrew

Muller Company - R&D Lab Supervisor

Education/Highlights
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering @ Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Master of Business Administration @ Millikin University

Community Involvement
Currently heavily involved with Engineer in the Classroom Board of Directors/Volunteer. Previously involved with Habitat for Humanity in Macon County and the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Alumni Board.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

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Koester, Abby

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois, Development Director

Education/Highlights
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation and Sport Management from Indiana State University

Community Involvement
Member of Decatur Rotary Club, Member of the Junior Welfare Association and board member from 2021-2023, and board member at the Governor Oglesby Mansion from 2019-present. Current Treasurer and past Secretary.

Interest Areas
Health, Human and Civil Rights

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Lopez, Maria

Decatur Public Schools- Special Education Administrator

Education/Highlights
Masters from U of I, BA from NIU

Community Involvement
Worked Chicago marathons, Chicago Food Depository, and various soup kitchens

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Maria

Madison, Shamika

Boys & Girls Club of Decatur, Inc., Executive Director

Education/Highlights
Richland Community College Associates of Arts - AA, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Community Involvement
Workforce Development Board Member of Macon & Dewitt County (2019 - present) Decatur Rotary Club No. 180 Board Member (2020 - present) Drug Free Community Coalition (2016 - present) Community Investment Corporation of Decatur (2020 - present) Juneteenth Planning Committee (2021 - present) Decatur Public Schools BOLD Committee (2019 - present)

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human Services

Email Shamika

McGee, Andrea

Cass Concepts Marketing - Accounts & PR Specialist

Education/Highlights
2016 Graduate from Richland community College with an AAS in Business & Marketing

Community Involvement
2006-2007 Volunteered at Homeward Bound Animal Shelter 2004-2007 Volunteered for Church of Christ Summer Youth Program Current Volunteered for Rock Springs Conservation Area Vintage Baseball Team (Ground Squirrels)

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Andrea

Moore, Catina

Walmart

Education/Highlights
Graduation 2023 from Millikin with a Bachelor’s Degree

Community Involvement
I have an organization called Hands of Hearts. It’s a transitional home that’s coming to Decatur in 2023 for the women & men that are coming out of prison. I’m also involved with the INC SPOT. I help feed in the women shelter. I also was involved with the backpack event with the YMCA.

Interest Areas

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Peck, Susanne

Retired, Community Volunteer Now

Education/Highlights
High School, some college, went into the Medical Field

Community Involvement
VP of the Crime Stopper Board and Chair of the Plan Commission for the City of Decatur

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Human Services

Email Susanne

Peralta, Luis

St. Teresa High School/Spanish instructor

Education/Highlights
Languages/Course design/methodology/translation/Cultural courses/training

Community Involvement
Served as a founding member of CHICO/volunteer and service hours for several institutions

Interest Areas
Education

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Perry, Kamaria

MV Transportation / General Manager

Education/Highlights
Graduate work; B.S. Criminal Justice

Community Involvement
I have been heavily involved in both Christian children's musicals and theatrical interests. Professionally I have a deep and diverse passion for both music and transportation. Customer service and the impact of follow-through are important to me.

Interest Areas
Health, Education

Email Kamaria

Phebus, Samantha

Decatur Family YMCA, Chief Financial Officer

Education/Highlights
Masters in Business Administration (MBA): Millikin University, Bachelors of Science in Accounting: Eastern Illinois University

Community Involvement
Born and raised in the Decatur area. Returned to Decatur from undergrad to work for small locally owned business as well as Corporations. I am currently working in the Non-Profit sector.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment

Email Samantha

Potempa, Maggie

Professional Hairstylist, Signature Salon

Education/Highlights
BSBA in Marketing at Auburn University, Professional License and Training in Cosmetology and Hairstyling

Community Involvement
Gilda's Club Chicago Board Member Montessori Academy for Peace parent Teacher Organization Member Limitless Decatur Ambassador NextGen Decatur Park District Ambassador

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Health, Education

Email Maggie

Price, Stephanie

Caterpillar RIOP Capital Coordinator

Education/Highlights
Millikin University BS Education

Community Involvement
Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Rotarian Decatur Rotary Board Member

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development

Email Stephanie

Rademacher, Jane

ADM Logistics, Load Coordinator

Education/Highlights
Truman State University - BS in Agricultural Science; President of Sigma Alpha - Professional Agricultural Sorority; Truman State Equestrian Team - placed 9th at the IHSA National Championships

Community Involvement
Currently in ADM VP- serving on the executive board as the Engagement Committee Chair Member of ADM Global Connections Cultural Committee

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Education

Email Jane

Richardson, Laura

Richardson & Richardson - Attorney

Education/Highlights
Purdue University, B.A. ; Valparaiso University School of Law, J.D.

Community Involvement
I was a long time active volunteer with Special Olympics serving in various roles in the local equestrian program until it shuttered, and I occasionally still volunteer in the track & field events. Serve as a guardian ad litem for guardianship cases of minors and disabled adults in Macon County. Currently serve on a local foundation board as the organization's president.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Laura

Ripple, Wade

Richland Community College - Creative Services Coordinator

Education/Highlights
MTZ HS ’14. Incomplete Associates of Art.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment

Email Wade

Rivera, Elizabeth

President, (CHICO) Centro for Hispanic & Immigrant Community Opportunities

Education/Highlights
BA, Political Science

Community Involvement
Founder and President of CHICO

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Elizabeth

Rockey, Marci

University of Illinois, Educational Researcher

Education/Highlights
I have a Ph.D. in Education Policy, Organization and Leadership and extensive experience working in and with community colleges.

Community Involvement
My community involvement has mostly been as a parishioner in my faith community. I have also volunteered in my children's classrooms and for some school events.

Interest Areas
Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Marci

Schniederjan, Megan

Decatur Memorial Hospital Foundation - Foundation Donor & Database Coordinato

Education/Highlights
Mt. Zion High School - Class of 2016 Richland Community College - Associates in Arts 2018

Community Involvement
Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor - 2020 Decatur Rotary Club No.180 Rotarian I have volunteered at The Good Samaritan Inn, GT Church, and MRI Macon Resources, Inc. I also teach yoga at Richland Community College and Decatur Wellness Collective.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Megan

Shelton, Ariana

Visitor Center Manager, Caterpillar; Marketing Director/Dance Instructor, The Dance Centre

Education/Highlights
Associate's degree & Certificate in Marketing from Richland Community College; Bachelor's degree in Marketing and MBA from Millikin University. First President of the Tabor School of Business's honor society chapter of Delta Mu Delta. TA for level I and III of ballet at MU.

Community Involvement
I am the founder of the student run outreach organization, The Turning Pointe, at The Dance Centre. I am a member of Junior Welfare Association. I volunteer as marketing/communications on the steering committee for NextGen Community Connections young professional organization. I also serve in the church community as a Co-Ministry Lead for Safe Families and Sunday school teacher at St Paul's Lutheran Church.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Human Services

Email Ariana

Shields, Christina

Retired Music Therapist

Education/Highlights
Ph.D., Ohio State University, Music Education

Community Involvement
Currently Serving on Symphony Board

Interest Areas
Health

Email Christina

Sietz, Heather

Birth to Five Illinois, Regional Council Manager

Education/Highlights
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Millikin University

Interest Areas
Environment, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Heather

Slonaker, Nicole

System Director, Sourcing & Logistics, Memorial Health

Education/Highlights
BS, Business Management, '06 MBA, Millikin, '10

Community Involvement
I've been a member of my employer's United Way Committee since 2013. Over the past ten years, I have been a Board Director on the Friends of Memorial Board (2015-2020) in which I served as President twice (2018 & 2020), graduated from Leadership Springfield in 2017, been a member of IWIL (Illinois Women in Leadership) from 2016-2019, and I also served as member of the MASH Committee (annual employee giving campaign) at work from 2011-2017 and served as the Chair in 2012.

Interest Areas
Education, Human Services

Email Nicole

Smith, Jacqui

Decatur Day Care Center- Executive Director

Education/Highlights
AAS-Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Art- Organizational Leadership Master of Science-Leadership

Community Involvement
My profession and my passion for working with children and families keep me active in the community.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education

Email Jacqui

Smith, Nick

nicksmithdesign - design & marketing; St. Teresa High School - graphic design teacher; WSOY - Byers & Co. producer

Education/Highlights
DPS 61 graduate; Millikin University Graduate

Community Involvement
Both my work and my desire to help keeps me active in the community regularly. I have experience working with numerous organizations on events and projects aimed at improving the quality of life in the community.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Nick

Snivley, Ethan

Macon County Conservation District - Natural Resources Manager

Education/Highlights
Associate of Science at Richland Community College Bachelor of Science in Forestry at SIUC 40 hours graduate level coursework at SIUC

Community Involvement
I am a lifelong resident of Macon County and have lived in Decatur since 2015. I have volunteered for the Humane Society of Decatur and Macon County, Yoga4Cats, the Decatur Craft Beer Festival, and other various community events. As part of my job, I have hosted many volunteer events for organizations and businesses. I am a graduate of the Decatur Leadership Institute.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email Ethan

Spaniol, Dianne

Business analyst, Writer - Business/Grants/Technology, Instructional Designer

Education/Highlights
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute, 2005-2018; Bachelor of Arts-Communication, Cedarville University, Cedarville, Ohio, cum laude; Project Management Certificate, George Washington University, Washington, D.C., 2005; Human Performance Improvement (HPI) Certificate; Organizational Change Management - ADKAR webinars; Training Manager Certificate, Langevin Learning Services; Grantsmanship Training, The Grantsmanship Center

Community Involvement
Decatur Audubon Society, Board Member since 2018, Member since 2006 SONA Macon County (Sustain Our Natural Areas), Member since 2016 Decatur Camera Club, Member since 2008

Interest Areas
Environment, Human Services

Email Dianne

Tate, Bailey

Recently Graduated Student

Education/Highlights
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science

Community Involvement
I serve my community by volunteering as an election judge. I am also looking to further extend my service.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Human and Civil Rights

Email Bailey

Thomas, Dana

Founder of Affordable Activism/Nurse

Education/Highlights
LPN Richland Community College Alumni and current Richland Community College student in LPN to ADN-RN bridge program

Community Involvement
I have organized community events such as the Black History Month Prayer Service and severed in Shared Governance, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Minority Tissue Donation Awareness, and United Way Champion Programs at HSHS ST. Mary's Hospital. I also organized the We Rock Crowns Photo Shoot for 100 women at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, IL, and I founded the new nonprofit organization Affordable Activism which will serve minority and marginalized groups in the Decatur Area.

Interest Areas
Animals, Community Development, Environment, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Dana

Tonelli, Shaunna

Attorney (retired)

Education/Highlights
Juris Doctor and currently pursuing MPA

Community Involvement
Coordinated Parent Leadership and Consulted for Grow Your Own Teachers, recently served as the secretary of the Springfield Stake Relief Society.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Education

Email Shaunna

Toney, Jennifer

Owner/Director of SHOWSTOPPERS Performing Arts, LLC. I provide performing arts education for young performers across the Midwest.

Education/Highlights
B.A. Communication- Millikin University ‘04 M.S. Integrated Marketing Communications ‘08

Community Involvement
As a Decatur native, I grew up participating in various performing arts programs from Millikin University, Decatur Park District, and Theatre 7. Living back in Decatur after many years away, I am currently on the Decatur Area Arts Council Board of Directors.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Environment, Education

Email Jennifer

Watkins, Marty

Retired/Disabled Army Veteran

Education/Highlights
B.S. Religious Studies/Business Minor

Community Involvement
I currently sit on City of Decatur human relations Commission, the Macon County Ethics commission. I am a Board Director for the following organizations; Golden K Kiwanis; Decatur Day Care; Decatur Macon County Opportunity Corporation; Community Investment Corporation of Decatur; John C. Ellis F&AM Masonic Lodge.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education

Email Marty

Wetzel, William

ADM - GT Plant Analyst II (IT Project Management and Suppo

Education/Highlights
Bachelor's of General Studies - Western Illinois University

Community Involvement
Current Member of the Decatur Public School District #61's Board of Education - Term 2023-2027 Current Finance Committee Member - Thinkwell Makerspace Former Executive Director - Genesis Garden in Macomb, IL - A non-profit dedicated to ending poverty through a proactive, preventive, and compassionate approach Former District Committee Member of the Boy Scouts of America lowa Council

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights

Email William

Wilkin, Laura

Prairieland Service Coordination Inc - Accountant

Education/Highlights
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance - Millikin University, 2008

Community Involvement
A long time ago I was active in Decatur Jaycees. I participated for two years in the VITA program at the Decatur Library, helping people file their income taxes for free. I'm older now, with a lot of free time and I'm looking for opportunities to give back to our community.

Interest Areas
Community Development, Health, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Laura

Wilkinson, Nola

Retired Teacher

Education/Highlights
BS in Education from Millikin University, MS from Eastern Illinois University

Community Involvement
On the board that designed the Children's Museum, Decatur Public School Strategic Plan Committee, Board of Directors of James Millikin Homestead

Interest Areas
Community Development, Education, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Nola

Wright, Desir'ee

Community Foundation of Macon County

Interest Areas
Community Development, Human and Civil Rights, Human Services

Email Desir'ee

Wujek, Kelsie

Macon Resources, Inc. (MRI)—Quality Enhancement Coordinator

Education/Highlights
Millikin University

Community Involvement
Served on the Decatur Area Women’s Network (DAWN) board in 2020

Interest Areas
Community Development, Health, Education, Human Services

Email Kelsie