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We are dedicated to contributing to the well-being of others and act as a catalyst for positive change. We are not afraid to think outside the box – to innovate resolutions to the most complex social problems of our time. We are led by tenets of transparency, trust, and honesty. The Embrave team brings clarity to transformational improvement.

Our Leadership Team

Mark Wester

Mark Wester

Executive Director
Jenner Behan

Jenner Behan

Director of Quality Assurance
Kathy Kennedy

Kathy Kennedy

Director of Human Resources
Carrie Gavitt

Carrie Gavitt

Clinical Services Manager
April Tolliver

April Tolliver

Program Support Manager
Kim Jamison

Kim Jamison

Program Care Manager
David Hausen

David Hausen

Client Support Manager
Nicole Rae

Nicole Rae

Client Program Manager
Dwight Smith

Dwight Smith

Staff Development Coordinator
Dining Services Supervisor
Dining Services Supervisor

Our Board of Directors

Fletcher Howard

Fletcher Howard

Director
Fletcher is a highly qualified former Police Commander with over thirty-eight years of experience.
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This includes thirteen years of progressively responsible positions in upper-level management. Fletcher is actively involved in the community, serving on numerous boards and committees. Fletcher received his Master of Arts from the University of Phoenix with a specialization in organizational management.

Dr. Russell Ford

Dr. Russell Ford

Director
Russell Ford is a lead instructor at Colorado Technical University based in Colorado Springs, CO.
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Russell has a proven record of leadership with responsibility in team management, team building, and training.  He currently oversees courses to enhance the student experience and adjunct faculty engagement through revisions in curriculum and updated material in the field of study. He is a subject matter expert for curriculum builds and program revision, using a scaffolding approach to prepare students as they move forward in their programs.

Core Expertise:

  • Leadership, Criminal Justice Operations, Training, and Development
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Crime Scene Investigation, Latent Fingerprints
  • Search and Seizure, Crime Scene Documentation
  • Education and Course Development, Emergency Incident Planning 
Fletcher Howard

Barbara J. Winter

Director
Barbara joined Ent Credit Union in 2001.
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She formerly had responsibility for executive oversight of Human Resources, Payroll, Training, and the Real Estate Development and Facilities divisions of Ent, as Executive VP, and coordinated community outreach and philanthropy along the Front Range, as Chief Community Officer. Barb joined Ent after a 28-year career with Colorado Interstate Gas Company, where she last held the position of Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Administration. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Colorado State University and served on the CSU Alumni Association board, where she last held the position of President of the board. She is a graduate of the Center for Creative Leadership Community Leaders program.

Shannon Chase

Shannon Chase

Director
Shannon runs a successful commercial real estate banking business. He is a highly involved leader and community member.
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Shannon is responsible for the management, growth, and performance of a commercial real estate loan portfolio, including the sourcing, underwriting, booking, and collateral perfection of client investments. He is also responsible for the development and implementation of a targeted marketing strategy that is cost and time effective for production personnel and yields a targeted Return on Equity for the Bank. Shannon brings with him, a great deal of knowledge and experience in leadership and community involvement.
Cindy Johnson

Cindy Johnson

Vice Chairperson
Cindy Johnson has 35 years of experience as a Senior Human Resources Hospitality Executive.
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This includes 35 years of strategic leadership experience in developing, mentoring, and coaching others. In her current position, Cindy is a key member of the executive leadership team responsible for leading the human resources function with over 2000 employees. Cindy has a diverse background, including International work. She has lived in The Netherlands, Germany, and multiple cities in Canada before landing in Colorado.
Mark Wester

Mark Wester

Executive Director
Mark holds an abundance of clinical and healthcare leadership experience.
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His early career focused on helping youth with behavioral challenges and their families. He quickly advanced into leadership positions, of which he now has over 20 years of experience. Before leading ComCor, he held the position of Director of the Office of Community Access and Independence at the Colorado Department of Human Services. He managed four state divisions and improved healthcare outcomes in Colorado’s Regional Centers, as well as enhanced Veterans Community Living Centers. Mark earned his Master of Science degree from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Southwest Baptist University.

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