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, …
After falling in love with Colorado, while on vacation, Raquel moved to Colorado Springs in late 2019 with her husband. Raquel enjoys the fresh mountain air and beautiful scenery. Raquel worked at A Special Needs connection as a Case Manager where she recognized her passion for helping others. Raquel has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of …
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 …
Max joined the Foundation in April 2020 as the Manager of Philanthropic Services. In his role, Max serves fundholders by helping them craft strategic philanthropy plans and connecting them to projects that fulfill their philanthropic values. Before joining the foundation, Max worked as a Program Officer for the Council of Neighbors and Organizations where he helped neighborhoods across El Paso …
Mina joined the Foundation in May 2019 as the Director of Community Impact. She is responsible for leading externally-focused community engagement efforts, based on the Foundation’s strategic priorities, via grantmaking and community leadership activities. Prior to the Foundation, Mina served as the Public Health Planner for El Paso County Public Health and has over 18 years of public health experience …
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. …
Samuel Clark is the Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Real Estate Foundation, which includes oversight of Aspen Valley Ranch and Venetucci Farm. His public-sector experience includes his work with El Pomar Foundation and the National Parks Service Business Management Group. He joined the Real Estate Foundation out of his desire to see our region’s built environment and conserved space …
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 …