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The Project C.U.R.E. Team

Aniel Horo

IT Systems Analyst

Aniel Horo is an IT Systems Analyst at Project C.U.R.E., where he supports enterprise systems and IT infrastructure across the organization. He collaborates closely with leadership to improve workflows, strengthen operations, and deliver actionable insights through data. Aniel is passionate about building systems that work better for people modernizing nonprofit technology so teams can focus on what matters most: delivering health and hope around the world.

Ayoob Ayoobi

Chief of Government & NGO Partnerships – Washington, D.C.

Dr. Ayoob Ayoobi is the Chief of Government & NGO Partnerships at Project C.U.R.E., promoted from his previous role as Director of NGO and Government Relations. With over 20 years of experience in international development, he brings a strategic, multidisciplinary approach to advancing global health equity.

A Fulbright Scholar at Stanford and Oxbridge Fellow at Georgetown, Dr. Ayoobi holds a Ph.D. in Government and Public Policy, an LL.M. in Human Rights Law, and a B.A. in Economics, International Relations, and Environmental Studies. His academic and professional journey spans Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

In his current role, he leads efforts to strengthen Project C.U.R.E.’s partnerships with governments, NGOs, and international organizations—ensuring the delivery of life-saving medical resources to underserved communities. Known for his multicultural adaptability global perspective and international development diplomacy, Dr. Ayoobi is uniquely positioned to foster inclusive, cross-sector collaboration and impactful strategic partnerships.

Connect with Dr. Ayoobi to explore strategic partnerships and drive impactful global health solutions.

Beth Conley

Executive Director of Logistics and Planning

Beth began her professional career in 1988 working for Conley Equipment Co., Inc. and Conley Telco SA de CV Mexico. Ms. Conley’s initial responsibilities included reconciling A/R, A/P and general administrative duties. Two years later, Beth’s role evolved into Purchasing Manager and international/domestic logistics planning. She negotiated competitive contract pricing with industry leaders such as Anixter and East Penn Manufacturing.  Additionally, she secured reserve distribution space in several US locations and Mexico allowing for a 35% expansion. During the dot.com boom, Conley Equipment flourished as a recognized DC power leader within the telecommunication industry supporting data centers, government organizations, schools, hospitals and utility companies. As the business experienced immense growth, it entered into a partnership with Cactus Integration Group (CIG), an EF&I Telecom company, Ms. Conley transitioned into the start-up working exclusively with Cactus in 1996.

Ms. Conley established operational policies and procedures, accounting methods, employment contracts, purchasing agreements and import and export logistics guidelines for CIG, designing an overall infrastructure designed to sustain functionality and growth.  With the company evolving quickly to maintain a significant market edge, internal departments matured and Ms. Conley managed the accounting group until the headquarter office moved from Denver, Colorado to Mt. Laurel, New Jersey in 1998. After the corporate move, Ms. Conley continued with Cactus as Purchasing Director and Project Accountant for build-outs ranging in cost from $500K to $3M in both US and Mexico markets. Ms. Conley remained with Cactus until the sale of the company in 2001 to Invensys Corporation for $80 million.

After the acquisition, Beth finished her studies at Regis University where she graduated magna cum laude with a BSBA degree. Upon completion of her degree, Ms. Conley started charitable work in Mexico. Currently, she holds the position of International Director Mexico for Fundación Curando Mexico and Project C.U.R.E. and is responsible for operations and logistics, program development and fundraising. The organization is dedicated to building sustainable healthcare infrastructure in Mexico through partnerships with Project C.U.R.E. and other entrepreneurial nonprofits. To date, Ms. Conley has ensured the delivery of donated medical equipment and supplies, provided by Project C.U.R.E. valued at $43 million USD.

Brittney Carroll Hatcher

Director of Kits Program

Brittney Carroll Hatcher serves as the Director of Kits Programs for Project C.U.R.E. In this role, she oversees the C.U.R.E. Kits, Kits for Kids, and Merck for Mothers
programs. Brittney has worked in the nonprofit sector for a decade in program management, volunteer coordination, and direct service roles.

Brittney obtained a Master’s in International Human Rights with a certificate in Global Health Affairs from the Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs, University of Denver and a B.A. in Government and Legal Studies from Bowdoin College.

In her free time Brittney enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and spending time outdoors.

Carmen Blackmore

Operations Director – Phoenix

Carmen is passionate about volunteer engagement, social impact, and the power of community-driven work. With a background in project management and organizational leadership, she has led large-scale initiatives that strengthen teams and improve how mission-driven organizations operate. She believes that strong systems, clear strategy, and committed people working together create lasting impact. Outside of work, Carmen enjoys exploring Arizona’s outdoors and spending time with her children.

Cindy Shiner

Director of Marketing and Communications

Cindy Shiner has been working in international development for the past 10 years, including communications roles with Management Sciences for Health, Panagora Group, and Chemonics International. Prior to that, she was a journalist and spent six years in Africa and one year in Indonesia, contributing to The Washington Post, National Public Radio, the United Nations, and others. Cindy volunteers with rescued horses and with local police as a victims’ advocate. She loves spending time with her family, hiking, and riding horses.

Claire Coleman

Executive Director of Nashville

Cody Conklin

Director of Corporate Training

Cody Conklin is the Director of Corporate Training at Project C.U.R.E., bringing experience across learning and development, operations, and people-facing roles within construction, multifamily housing, and retail environments. His work is grounded in a strong understanding of how people, processes, and performance intersect, and he is passionate about creating learning experiences that improve workflows, elevate performance, and enhance the employee experience.

In his role, Cody designs and delivers practical, scalable learning solutions aligned to business needs. His experience includes building comprehensive onboarding programs, implementing learning management systems, rolling out performance management tools, and developing leadership programs that support both individual growth and organizational effectiveness.

Prior to joining Project C.U.R.E., Cody served as the Learning and Development Manager for Oakwood Homes, a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary. Earlier in his career, he built a foundation in business operations and retail, which continues to inform his pragmatic, operations-focused approach to learning and development.

Cody holds certifications in Project Management, Learning and Development, Instructional Design, and Organizational Development. He is an active member of the Association for Talent Development and volunteers with local nonprofits including Project Our Town, Food Bank of the Rockies, and
the Boys and Girls Clubs.

Outside of work, Cody enjoys traveling, exploring Colorado mountain towns, and discovering the state’s food scene. He and his partner, Daniel, recently built a home in Green Valley Ranch, where they enjoy spending time outdoors—especially in the snow—with their three corgis, Olivia, Lilah, and Tatum, and their three cats, Cocoa, Rhea, and Aurora.

Danny Pyne

National Director of Operations

Danny Pyne is the National Director of Operations at Project C.U.R.E. Danny brings a background in nonprofit operations and volunteer management, and loves working with volunteers and building relationships through projects that benefit others.

As the National Director of Operations, he provides structure and support to the Operations Directors and volunteer leaders in the form of training, process control, and technology tools while leading special projects in those areas.

Prior to this role, Danny worked in Operations at Feed My Starving Children before joining the Project C.U.R.E. team as Operations Director in Chicago.

In his free time he enjoys the outdoors, music, baseball, woodworking and spending time with his wife, Charisse, and their hound dog, Johnny.

Dave Maddux

Special Projects Manager

Dave Maddux is a graduate of Metropolitan State University of Denver, with degrees in Journalism and English. He most recently spent eight years as a project manager for the home office of Sam’s Club, doing new store builds and remodels. Dave was born and raised in the Mojave Desert/Death Valley area of California, and has lived in Denver since 1984. He has been a business and project manager most of this time, along with working as a copy editor and writer for the Rocky Mountain News in the late 1990’s. When not at Project C.U.R.E., he spends his time backpacking in the Rockies, rooting for the Broncos, Red Sox and Celtics, and writing screenplays. 

Douglas Jackson

President & CEO

Dr. Douglas Jackson serves as the President/CEO of Project C.U.R.E. Each week, Project C.U.R.E. delivers approximately four semi-truck loads of donated medical supplies and equipment to desperately needy people around the world. Since 1987, Project C.U.R.E. has delivered equipment and supplies to hospitals and clinics in over 135 countries. Project C.U.R.E. is consistently recognized with the highest rankings from Guidestar and Charity Navigator and was named by Forbes as one of the top 20 charities in America.

Project C.U.R.E. delivers approximately 200 forty-foot containers each year through the C.U.R.E. Cargo program. The C.U.R.E. Clinics program send teams of medical professionals to assist partner hospitals and clinics. Project C.U.R.E. also provides hundreds of hours of training through the Helping Babies Breathe and Helping Mothers Survive curriculum. Thousands of dollars of medical supplies are carried by traveling doctors and nurses in the form of C.U.R.E. Kits. More than 25,000 people volunteer with Project C.U.R.E. every year, making the organization one of the most efficient and effective grass-roots organizations in the country.

In addition to his work at Project C.U.R.E., Dr. Jackson has taught at the university level in the disciplines of finance, investments, leadership development, legal and international issues. He is a frequent speaker and lecturer to colleges and universities, conferences such as TEDx, as well as civic, corporate and community organizations.

Dr. Jackson is a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow, and is a past President of the Denver Rotary Club #31. He serves on the Board of Directors for InterAction, the Partnership for Quality Medical Donations, WorldDenver, The Nanda Center for International and Comparative Law at the University of Denver, the World Trade Center Denver, and the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professionals at Regis University. He is a member of the National Who’s Who, Registry #57689, and a graduate of leadership program LEAD San Diego. Dr. Jackson received the Lifetime Achievement Award in Healthcare from the American Red Cross, the 5280 Magazine Philanthropist of the Year, and accepted the CoBiz “Best Places to Work” and Colorado Ethics in Business Award on behalf of the team at Project C.U.R.E., and most recently the Prince’s Prize for Innovative Philanthropy from Prince Albert of Monaco and the Leadership in Global Engagement Award from the Council on Foreign Relations. Douglas is a Fellow of the Aspen Institute.

Douglas graduated magna cum laude from Northwest Nazarene University in 1982, receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. In 1985, he earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Colorado at Boulder, receiving the American Jurisprudence Award for Excellence in the study of law. In 1992, he was awarded a Ph.D. in Business Administration with an emphasis in finance and econometrics from the University of Colorado at Boulder, authoring a dissertation on leveraged buyouts and secondary public offerings. Douglas received an honorary Doctorate of Medicine from ABUAD University in Nigeria and the the Civis Princeps recognition from Regis University, He is a member of the Alpha Delta Sigma and the Beta Gamma Sigma national honor societies, and recently completed Executive Education at the Stanford University School of Business.

Following his admission to the bar, Douglas administered the legal affairs for the international agricultural firm of CTB, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company. Upon the completion of his Ph.D., Douglas opened the Fermanian Business Center at Point Loma University in San Diego, California. As Executive Director, Douglas developed and implemented numerous programs and seminars to advance business opportunities for college students and business professionals in the San Diego community and abroad. In 1995, Dr. Jackson assumed the role of Provost at Colorado Christian University. In this capacity, he oversaw the academic, financial, operational, advancement and student life functions of the university.

Douglas lives in a converted warehouse in the RiNo neighborhood in Denver. He is dad to three beautiful daughters and is the son of Chief Uzoma of Nkume, an honor bestowed on his father for Project C.U.R.E.’s work in Nigeria.

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Geoff Bergman

Director of Logistics

Geoff Bergman is the Director of Logistics for Project C.U.R.E. , joining the company in mid-2025. He comes the company as an experienced transportation and logistics professional with nearly 20 years’ experience in global supply chain, international shipping, trade, and compliance. Prior to Project C.U.R.E. Geoff worked for nearly two decades for a couple Freight Forwarders in the Denver area. As the Director of Logistics, he works closely with the operations team to plan the container loading schedule for our warehouses, quote/book/track all shipments, assist with Customs clearance, and keep our partners updated on the progress of their shipments.

Geoff is a native of Denver, he graduated from Benedictine University with degrees in History, International Business and Economics. He also sailed around the world on Semester at Sea, this is where he passion for travel and want to work with and help those around the globe. In his spare time, he enjoys being outdoors in Colorado, traveling, collecting sneakers, coaching youth basketball and spending time with his wife & two children.

Isabelle Woodrum

Clinics and College Manager

Isabelle Woodrum serves as Clinics and College Manager for Project C.U.R.E., where she brings a positive energy to all aspects of her role. As Clinics and College Manager, Isabelle enjoys working with passionate volunteers to deploy their skills and talents to support others internationally.  

From international medical brigades, to teaching English abroad, to her role at Project C.U.R.E., Isabelle has been actively pursuing her value of supporting others through nonprofit work.

Isabelle graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Minor in Leadership Studies with a Nonprofit Leadership Certificate.

In her free time, Isabelle always has some sort of creative endeavor in the works, whether it is sewing or ceramics or crochet.

Janet Thomason

Director of National Procurement

Janet came to Project C.U.R.E. with an extensive entrepreneurial background and professional experience in sales and marketing management. Janet’s professional experience ranges from large to small corporations, having worked with Fortune 500 companies Polaroid and Corning, as well as a number of privately held corporations.  No stranger to the world of nonprofits, Janet has a diverse history of nonprofit management and board development experience. Just a few of her experiences include founding a successful community-based, volunteer tutoring program in one of Texas’ largest school districts, being a media representative for the national infertility organization, Resolve, and managing the largest, longstanding advocacy group for gifted education in the state of Texas.

Prior to accepting the position of Operations Director, Janet was a member of the volunteer staff at Project C.U.R.E. She was instrumental in bringing the Kits for Kids program into school districts throughout Texas, and she has a passion for involving student groups with Project C.U.R.E. The Houston distribution center works with students of all ages, from elementary through graduate school. Whether they are participating in the Kits for Kids collection program or are biomedical engineering or medical students working with equipment and supplies, Janet is committed to helping the young people of today become better global citizens.

Janet is a graduate of Babson College, with concentrations in management/organizational behavior, marketing, and communications.  

Jason Hayes

Operations Director – Nashville

Jason Hayes joined Project C.U.R.E. as the Operations Director in Nashville after having spent almost a decade in international development working in both nonprofits and social enterprises. He graduated from the University of Dayton with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Rights Studies and has previously lived and worked throughout Latin America. Jason is passionate about ensuring that every individual’s basic needs are met, no matter where in the world they were born. While not at work Jason loves to travel and spend as much time outdoors as possible.

Jenna Sanzo

Director of Operations – Philadelphia

Jessamyn Moore

Director of Operations – Chicago

Jessamyn Moore joins Project C.U.R.E. as our Director of Operations in Chicago after several years working with volunteers and operations in non-profits. She graduated from Jacobs University (Bremen, Germany) with a bachelor’s degree in International Politics and History. Having worked with people from all backgrounds and all over the world, Jessamyn loves meeting new volunteers and getting to learn what drives their passion.

When not working with Project C.U.R.E., Jessamyn enjoys traveling, running, and spending time trying to keep her garden alive!

Julie Topka

Chief of Staff to the President and CEO

Julie serves as the Chief of Staff to the President and CEO. She has over ten years of experience in business and executive roles, which extends across multiple sectors and cross-functional teams. Julie’s nimble business mind has influenced the development of creative solutions and initiatives for current and past stakeholders. She is extremely versatile in design strategies to optimize workflow and enhance productivity. Julie’s management style is to maximize team motivation and willingness to go the extra mile.

In her spare time, Julie enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves music, everything outdoors, traveling, and is passionate about giving back and being involved in humanitarian outreaches.

Kari Tripses

Executive Director of Kansas City

Kari brings over 11 years of dedicated nonprofit leadership to Project C.U.R.E., with a career defined by passion, purpose, and impact. Her experience spans a diverse range of causes — from advancing groundbreaking brain cancer research to addressing the complex challenges of the low-income housing crisis.

Throughout her career, Kari has built a reputation for inspiring teams, cultivating strategic partnerships, and driving mission-focused growth. Her leadership is rooted in compassion and collaboration, empowering communities and creating sustainable solutions for those in need.

At Project C.U.R.E., Kari is honored to lead the next chapter of innovation and service, ensuring that life-saving medical supplies and equipment continue reaching communities around the world. She is deeply committed to amplifying the organization’s mission to deliver health and hope to those who need it most.

Kathy Henkelman

Director of Finance – International Headquarters

Kathy began handling the accounting functions for Project C.U.R.E. in late 2004, on a very part-time basis. She was providing month end accounting services for small businesses, and her prior experience as a business administrator at a large church allowed her to provide a well-rounded skill set to deal with a multitude of challenges and opportunities, going far beyond an accounting focus. She has been described as having the unusual talent of being able to see both the forest and the trees simultaneously – to know and understand and work towards the big picture, while providing the necessary details and supporting structure that help keep an organization going in the right direction.

Due to Project C.U.R.E.’s growth over the past 18 years, Kathy now oversees a robust benefit package for employees, implementation of HR laws, all insurance exposures for the organization, reporting and compliance for federal grants, and legal requirements to operate in multiple states. She works to provide accurate and meaningful financial reporting for Project C.U.R.E.

Kathy is a Denver native and a graduate of Biola University in La Mirada, California. Her husband is a retired Aurora firefighter and they have two adult daughters and 4 grandchildren.

She continues to consult with other smaller nonprofits and churches to help with their unique missions to bring spiritual and physical healing to people in Colorado. Being part of Project C.U.R.E. has been a tremendous opportunity to use her skills and talents to support the efforts of our team to impact the health and lives of thousands of people around the world every year.

Kris Anderson

Vice President of Operations

Alongside the Operations and Logistics team, Kris oversees Project C.U.R.E.’s seven distribution centers, managing our volunteer, procurement, assessment, and logistics programs. Over the past eight years, his leadership has helped drive the organization to record numbers of volunteers, shipments, and procurement. Led by our dedicated volunteers, the team continually refines daily operations to better serve recipients across 50 countries each year.

Kris holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and currently lives in Parker with his wife Lindsey, a 7th grade teacher with Douglas County Schools. He is an avid golfer and shares a passion for animal rescue with his wife. They currently have a great dane, a mastiff, and two senior rescue donkeys.

Laura Conti

Executive Director of International Partnerships

As Executive Director of International Partnerships, Laura manages a large portfolio of partnerships. Her focus is on the signature cargo program, where she guides Project C.U.R.E. partners from around the world through the process of applying for and receiving containers of medical supplies. Laura enjoys connecting with clients to help them realize their dreams of supporting and enhancing healthcare services in their communities.

Laura came to Project C.U.R.E. with experience in related international work. Her commitments to global cooperation and educational equity formed the foundation of her career path. Laura served in leadership at Boys Hope Girls Hope, in management at the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, in client care at The Second Line China Business Consulting Group, and in international program administration at Tufts University. In addition, Laura has held teaching positions in Taiwan, Mexico, and Denver, where her work with resettled refugees in Denver Public Schools cemented her passion for international development and ignited her interest in global health issues.

Laura earned a Master’s in Law and Diplomacy from The Fletcher School at Tufts University and a BA from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Other academic experience includes Mandarin studies at Middlebury College’s intensive summer language institute and participation in a Fulbright Group Grant research program in Turkey.

Outside of work, Laura enjoys family time, traveling, and outdoor adventures. She is an avid hiker and certified yoga instructor. You also can find her in the alto section of the Colorado Chorale.

Lindsey Feit

Director of Assessments

With over 16 years of experience in assessment, professional education, and learning development, Lindsey is a dedicated leader passionate about improving how individuals and organizations learn, grow, and measure success. As the Director of Assessments at Project C.U.R.E., she brings a robust background in assessment design, implementation, and evaluation, helping create systems that are both data-driven and human-centered.

Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Lindsey believes that effective assessment is a powerful tool for equity, empowerment, and meaningful progress. She values cultural diversity and thrives on collaborating with people from around the world to make a lasting, positive impact.

Outside of her professional work, Lindsey is happily married and the proud mother of two sons. She enjoys gardening, baking, and spending quality time with her family.

Mounika Halember

Major Project Manager

Mounika Halember serves as the Major Projects Manager at Project C.U.R.E., where she oversees the successful execution of complex cargo projects that deliver surplus medical supplies to underserved communities around the world. Combining her expertise in business analytics and project management, she works closely with cross functional teams including Client Care, Logistics, Needs Assessment, and Accounting to ensure each initiative runs smoothly from planning and coordination to financial tracking, data driven oversight, and outcomes reporting, aligning every effort with Project C.U.R.E.’s global mission.

Mounika earned her Master of Science in Business Analytics from the University of Colorado Denver and previously worked in the IT sector in India, where she developed her passion for data, operations, and leadership. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring Colorado’s landscapes, traveling the world, and embracing new experiences with the belief that “you live only once.”

Nicole Cavalino

Director of Grants and Proposals

As the Director of Grants and Proposals, Nicole is instrumental in identifying and securing funding opportunities that help to facilitate the global impact of Project C.U.R.E. Nicole has dedicated her career to building impactful and inclusive community-centered programming that serves the needs of vulnerable populations who live in rural and urban marginalized communities. Nicole’s professional achievements have been fueled by her belief that positive program outcomes are best accomplished through partnerships and shared resources, creative human-centered solutions, and her innate love for community.

Nina Frías Valle

Planning Coordinator

Nina Frías holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM) and a Master’s in Diplomacy and Strategic Negotiation from the University of Paris XI in France. She began her career with international experience as an intern at the National Council of La Raza in Washington, D.C., and at the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees
(UNRWA) in Aleppo, Syria, working in the Neirab refugee camp.

She later gained several years of experience at the Embassy of Canada in Mexico, followed by work at Mexico’s National Migration Institute. Nina then held leadership roles both in Mexico and abroad, including three years heading the Department of Community Affairs, Education, and Health at the Consulate of Mexico in Salt Lake City, United States; Executive Secretary of the Franco-Mexican University House in Toulouse, France; and collaboration with Mobile Surgery International, A.C., supporting populations affected by the 2017 earthquake in Morelos and Oaxaca. She also served as Director of Fundación Curando a México, the Mexican branch of Project C.U.R.E.

Currently, Nina serves as Planning Coordinator with Project C.U.R.E., contributing to deliver health and hope to the world.

Sumani Dash

Director of Corporate Partnerships – Washington D.C.

Sumani leads corporate partnerships at Project C.U.R.E. – in her role, she works with American companies and Multi-National and Global corporations to leverage private sector resources and expertise to help enable greater access to healthcare services and supplies in under resourced communities across the world.

Sumani comes to project C.U.R.E. with extensive experience in strategic partnership development, public policy, fundraising, and communications. She has worked with businesses and non-profit organizations, delivering exceptional results built on extensive emerging markets knowledge and first hand experience.

Previously Sumani was the Managing Director for American Friends of HelpAge India (AFHI), a non profit organization that served to mobilize resources and support for disadvantaged older people in India. In her role she managed all compliance, operations, and fundraising for AFHI and developed partnerships with corporations, institutions and individual donors.

Before that Sumani worked for over 9 years with the Confederation of Indian Industry, India’s largest chamber of commerce and served as the head of the North America operations, helping develop and grow the trade, commerce and bilateral partnership.

Sumani holds a Masters Degree in International Studies from the Joseph Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver; Post Graduate Diploma in International Law and Diplomacy from the University of Delhi; and Bachelors Degree in Journalism from the University of Delhi, New Delhi, India.

Sumani lives in the Washington DC metro area with her husband and two young children who keep her on her toes at all times.

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Sun Houdeshell

Director of Operations – Phoenix

Sun joined Project C.U.R.E. as the Operations Director for the Phoenix location after spending a decade at Fortune 500 companies such as UBS and KPMG. She studied economics, finance, and industrial psychology at Northwestern University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Sun is passionate about building relationships with volunteers and mentoring college interns and high school students. She also serves as a librarian for the Phoenix Youth Symphony and is an active member of the animal rescue community.

When she is not at work, you can find her exploring new dirt routes on her gravel bike, hiking with her dog Frank, or watching a musical at the ASU Gammage. She is a firm believer in the aggregation of marginal gains: every small act of kindness and every hour of volunteer service can contribute to changing the world for the better

Tami Vinson

Executive Director – Denver

As Executive Director of Project C.U.R.E. Denver, Tami Vinson develops strategic partnerships, engages the community, and raises the resources needed to help Project C.U.R.E. strengthen healthcare infrastructure and deliver life-saving medical relief to under-resourced communities around the world.

With more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership and development experience, Tami has held senior development roles with a range of nonprofit organizations and spent more than seven years as a fundraising and leadership consultant with Dini Spheris. Throughout her career, she has guided capital campaigns ranging from $3 million to $30 million, helped build development departments and major gifts programs, led high-touch fundraising events, strengthened board engagement, and cultivated partnerships with individuals, corporations, and foundations. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in nonprofit management. She earned her Certified Fundraising Executive credential in 2014, reflecting her long-standing commitment to professional excellence and growth in the nonprofit sector.

Her commitment to community leadership has been a meaningful part of her professional journey. Over more than a decade of volunteer service, she served as President of the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Chair of National Philanthropy Day, and as both a Steering Committee member and Chair for the Institute for Leaders in Development program at the University of Denver. Tami is proud to bring her experience and passion to Project C.U.R.E. as the organization strengthens healthcare infrastructure and brings health and hope to communities around the world through medical supplies, equipment, training, and other critical programs.

She lives in Denver with her husband, Patrick, their daughter, Zoe, and their beloved pets. Their family is especially committed to rescuing retired racing greyhounds and giving them a joyful second chapter. Outside of work, Tami enjoys spending time with her family and taking advantage of all that Colorado has to offer, especially camping, hiking, and skiing.

 

Tyler Grant

Operations Director – Denver

ToiSheona Thomas

Operations Director – Kansas City

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