Our Staff

Administrative

Derek Kuykendall
Executive Director

Andy Cannon
Co-Founder and Homes Director

Karen Huston
Deputy Director

Dana Jones
Program Director

Jonathan Romig
Development Manager

Jadan Anderson
Development Operations Specialist
& Joy House Community Partner

Emily Maguire
Grant Writer

Laura Finder
Office Administrator

Counseling and Case Management

Jamie Rosenberry
Case Manager

Susan Gembarowski
Joy House Counseling
Co-Director

Brenda Johnson
Joy House Counseling
Co-Director

FirstStep Housing

Bill Downer
Providence House
Director

Michael Curran
Silver Lining House
Community Manager

John Elliott
Providence House
Assistant Director

Rachael McCuaig
Joy House
Assistant Community Manager

April Sloan
Providence House
Care Coordinator

Tracey Chapman
Providence House
Care Coordinator

Michael Manusos
Providence House
Community Partner

Robin Platt
Joy House
Community Partner

Will Aitchison
Silver Lining House
Community Partner

Dave Littleton
Silver Lining House
Community Partner

NextStep Housing

Bernie Klingsmith
Victory House
Director

Jamie Cannon
Clausen House Co-Director
Gibson House Co-Director

Matt Cannon
Clausen House Co-Director
Gibson House Co-Director

Ellen Barton
Gibson House
Live-In Staff

Our Board

Kacey Pickard, President

As Deputy District Attorney for Colorado’s 18th Judicial District, Kacey’s legal work often focuses on the populations we serve. Her perspective and insights are extremely valuable as we strive to maintain a program that is relevant and effective for our residents.

Chad Scherer, Treasurer

Chad is the Independent Trustee of Scherer Trustees. He holds an active CPA license in the state of Colorado and provides meaningful support to the accounting and finance functions of the organization.

Kim Bolt, Secretary

A philanthropist at heart, Kim has contributed numerous hours toward the strategic planning and coordination of events that raised significant funds for the benefit of many nonprofits.

Andrew Chapin

Andrew is a Senior Housing Developer with Maiker Housing Partners. Along with his experience in campus ministry, he offers a rich understanding of how to leverage housing for the sake of people’s restoration.

F. Kevin Kurtz

As Founder and President of Newcastle Properties, Kevin provides expertise in commercial real estate and property development/management that has been crucial to the growth of our transitional and affordable housing programs.

Jerry Middel

As a longtime member and past President of the Board, Jerry has contributed in many ways to the success of Providence Network through his background in financial planning and relationships in the philanthropic community.

David Milholm

Dave has served in leadership roles on several faith-based boards and in mentoring and tutoring capacities with at-risk youth. He is a CPA with 30 years of corporate financial management experience, primarily in oil & gas and biomedical sciences.

Christy Porter

Christy runs the Cotillion Academy and has played a significant role in the growth of K-Life and other youth organizations. She offers unique guidance based on her experience in program development, fundraising and communication.

Andy Cannon, Ex Officio Member

As Co-Founder of Providence Network, Pastor Andy has over 35 years of experience in inner-city ministry, including successfully establishing transitional housing programs. He is a visionary leader with incredible compassion for serving others.

Derek Kuykendall, Ex Officio Member

Derek is the Executive Director of Providence Network and brings over 25 years of human service, social justice ministry and transformational housing leadership to this role. He holds a master’s degree in Social Work and is a native of Colorado.