Our People
Our Team
Our team is committed to helping youth and young adults break the cycle of homelessness in Omaha. We address their immediate needs of food, shelter, and safety while providing trauma-informed resources and programs that prepare them for self-sufficiency.
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DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Andy Saladino
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OFFICE MANAGER
Dulce Hernandez
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DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Emily Speck
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DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Erika Schwarting
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PROGRAMS MANAGER
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Kalisha Reed
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STREET OUTREACH LEAD
Kris Tamayo
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DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Laura Schmuff
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HOUSING LEAD
Nettie Scaife
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PHILANTHROPY MANAGER
Patrick Kilcoyne
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STREET OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Pattie Smith
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GRANTS MANAGER
Taylor Jackson
She/Her
Our Board of Directors
The YES Board of Directors represents a cross-section of our community and has a passion for our organization and those we serve. Our board members work hard to ensure the long term sustainability of the organization and oversee that the funds raised directly benefit those in need.
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Kellie Harry
PRESIDENT
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David Ortman
VICE-PRESIDENT
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Ashley Brooks
TREASURER
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Josh Baumann
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Shane Beardslee
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Katie Campbell
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Lynece Daiker
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Craig Korkow
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Precious Lesley
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Penny Majeski
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Sherie Thomas
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Emily Williams
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Andy Wilson
Wilson Puk, LLP
Our Board of Trustees
The YES Board of Trustees are a group of long-time committed supporters of YES. Some had been on the Board of Directors for quite some time and some are original Founders, but they all have a deep affection for the work we do. They meet bi-annually to hear updates on the happenings at YES and help raise awareness of YES and homeless youth and young adults in Omaha.
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Rex Beck
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Angel Carl
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Cindy Hadsell
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Marlene Hansen-Kaplan
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Victor Kensler
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Robert Michelic
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Bryan Peterson
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William Wakefield