Nicole brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising expertise to her role as Vice President, Community Engagement.  After spending almost six years in Phoenix, Arizona, where she most recently served as the president and CEO of Valleywise Health Foundation and previously the Chief Development Officer of Phoenix Art Museum, Nicole and her husband Al returned to Colorado …

Jessie Martinez was an Assurance Manager at FORVIS, a national CPA and advisory firm in the Colorado Springs office, for 6 years. There, he provided assurance services for a variety of public sector and nonprofit clients. Jessie is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and Colorado Society of CPAs. He graduated from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, …

Alexandra joined the Foundation in February of 2022 as the Philanthropic Services Associate. After years of visiting, Alexandra moved to the Pikes Peak region in 2021 to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and amazing people. Prior to relocating, Alexandra worked for eight years in the St. Louis non-profit community developing relationships and coordinating programs. She has a Bachelor of Arts in …

Kevin Farley joined the Pikes Peak Community Foundation in 2021 as Director of Marketing and Communications. Kevin brings to PPCF more than 15 years of professional communication management, brand development and marketing strategy experience. He comes to PPCF following five years managing the communications and marketing activities for the national brand of USA Weightlifting, the national governing body for the …

Francene joined the Foundation in March 2019 after almost six years in Advancement at Colorado College. Prior to relocating to Colorado Springs in 2008, she spent over a decade at the Walt Disney Studios in motion picture marketing. In addition to her experience in marketing, communications, and fundraising, she is a published author. Francene is delighted to be working at …

Libby Walton joined the Foundation in March 2018 after 7 years as a Financial Analyst at JDSU/Viavi Solutions. Prior to that, she worked at Kendall Jackson Winery, Hewlett-Packard, and Agilent Technologies in a variety of accounting and finance roles. Libby moved to the Pikes Peak region in 2002, and immediately fell in love with the Colorado lifestyle and beautiful scenery. …

Ms. Dolan brings a unique range of financial, executive and civic experience to her role as Chief Executive Officer for the Pikes Peak Community Foundation. She most recently headed a private consultancy practice providing distinct solutions for a diverse client base. Dolan previously served as President & CEO of Launch Tennessee, a state-wide public-private partnership that supports entrepreneurs from ideation …