Jon Adam

Jon Adam is a licensed health insurance agent with 22 years of experience at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming. He currently serves as the Director of Sales Learning and Performance, where he has been instrumental in driving sales excellence and fostering a culture of professional development since May 2024.

Prior to this role, Jon held a variety of leadership positions, primarily serving members and employers in southwest Wyoming from the Rock Springs BCBSWY office. Jon earned his degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

In this session, Jon will draw on his extensive product knowledge to offer practical guidance for nonprofit leaders, helping attendees understand the range of health coverage solutions BCBSWY may be able to support—whether you're ready to offer benefits now or planning for the future.

He’s excited to share actionable ideas and hear what questions are top of mind to talk through realistic options that might be available for your employees.

Presenting: Benefits That Work: Health Coverage Solutions for Wyoming Nonprofits

Kari Anderson

Nonprofit wrangler. Board border collie. Professional people herder. Some of the titles nonprofit maven Kari Anderson wears running Incite! Consulting, a boutique coaching and consulting practice.

What's her niche? Building nonprofits up. From the inside out. What’s her superpower? Kari is a recovering nonprofit executive. During her 20+ years in the field, she served seven nonprofits in Washington and Colorado in various leadership roles. A seasoned board member, she has served on boards in seven states focused on health, athletics, and education. Having served as both staff and board, she’s got the scoop on what it takes to run a healthy, vibrant, and visionary business, all while having some serious fun!

A Montana native, Kari is based in Coeur d’Alene, ID and Jackson, WY. She brings the office and toolkit to her client and works with nonprofits to support people, increase revenues and rethink strategies to move missions forward.

Presenting: Leading in Times of Uncertainty

Rachel Bailey

Rachel is a Casper girl who grew up on the banks of the North Platte River. She graduated from Colorado College with a BA in History and soon after left the Rocky Mountains for San Francisco. It was there that she started her education in business, marketing, and communications in the technology world which took her to London, UK to join a digital media company in 2003. Upon returning to Wyoming Rachel honed her skills in the nonprofit sector. From her grassroots campaign work for the American Cancer Society, leadership of the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Wyoming, and now as the Director of Philanthropy for the Wyoming Community Foundation. Rachel was awarded “Women of Influence” in the non-profit sector by Wyoming Business Report and then 2024’s “Women of the Year” for Wyoming by USA Today. Outside of work she enjoys winter and summer outdoor activities, cooking, live music performances, and travel.

Presenting: The Great Wealth Transfer and Your Planned Giving Tool Kit

Brandy Bertram 

For over two decades, Brandy has been dedicated to helping leaders and organizations move forward what matters most by attracting, engaging, and growing resources that fuel impact. Brandy’s work has taken her all over the globe where she has led fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and strategic growth initiatives in sectors ranging from livelihoods and workforce development, educational equity, homelessness, land conservation, and rural transportation infrastructure. She’s had the opportunity to serve in multiple executive roles, both permanent and interim, including as CEO / Executive Director, Chief Operations Officer, Vice President of Development, Vice President of Talent, and Deputy Director. In addition to her professional efforts, Brandy enjoys supporting her community through volunteer service. She serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable, the nation's premier membership and education organization for planned giving professionals, where she is a frequent presenter and serves on the Programming Committee. She also serves as a member of the Development Advisory Board for Engineers in Action.

Presenting: Frameworks for Better Donor Outcomes

Kathleen Chick

Kathleen is a proud military brat. Her parents’ career with the United States Air Force took her to Germany in 1999. In 2006, Kathleen moved back to the U.S. to attend the University of Wyoming. She graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. In 2013, Kathleen earned her Master of Arts in Communication while working as a graduate assistant teaching Public Speaking. Over the years, Kathleen has been honing her skills as a communications professional to many different audiences in diverse industries. As an insurance agent, a public speaking instructor, or a media relations specialist, she gained a great appreciation for the powerful and positive effects communication has in our lives. Kathleen joined the team at the Wyoming Community Foundation in August of 2017. She is currently the Director of Communications at WYCF. Kathleen enjoys spending time with her family, (husband, 2 kiddos, 1 Boston Terrier), indulging in all things pop culture, traveling to see family who share in her obsession with New England sports teams, and aspires to be a professional napper…which proves quite hard with 2 children.

Presenting: The Great Wealth Transfer and Your Planned Giving Tool Kit

Samin Dadelahi

Samin is the President and CEO of the Wyoming Community Foundation, a philanthropic organization that helps connect people who care with causes that matter. With over 20 years of experience working with nonprofits in Wyoming, Samin understands the value of plain speaking and right-sized solutions. Samin lives in Laramie with her husband and two children. She is a graduate of the University of Wyoming, where she received a Master of Science in Entomology and a graduate minor from the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources. 

Presenting: The Great Wealth Transfer and Your Planned Giving Tool Kit

Cait Donovan

Cait Donovan is the host of “Fried. The Burnout Podcast,” an international keynote speaker, and author of the book "The Bouncebackability Factor". Her creative burnout recovery solutions have been featured on podcasts and online magazines such as “Forbes”, “NPR,” and “The New York Post” and in companies such as Clorox and Pepsi.

Keynote: Dismantling Burnout: Helping Leaders and Teams Beat Burnout Together

Breakout: Burnout-Proofing Your Life: Practical Resilience Strategies to Thrive Under Pressure

Kent A. Corso, PsyD, BCBA-D

Dr. Kent A. Corso is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst. His career in suicidology began over 20 years ago, while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Corso has researched, developed and evaluated suicide prevention programs across the North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Most recently, he developed PROSPER, an evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention program. Dr. Corso has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers on suicide and the behavioral sciences is a leading expert in novel scientific methods and digital technologies for analyzing suicide.

Presenting: Leading Collaboratively in the Non-Profit Ecosystem & Psychological Safety: It's Not What You Think

Jen Crouse 

After more than 15 years of transformative leadership in healthcare administration, Jen Crouse transitioned into higher education and nonprofit fundraising, where she has built a reputation as a dynamic and results-driven leader. For the past eight years, she has played a pivotal role at Sheridan College, first as the Executive Director of the Sheridan College Foundation and later as Vice President of Student Affairs. With a proven track record of cultivating donor relationships, securing major gifts, and leading successful capital campaigns, Jen has been instrumental in advancing the college’s mission and expanding opportunities for students. Her passion for philanthropy and community engagement extends far beyond Sheridan College. As an accomplished fundraiser, Jen has successfully built sustainable donor networks and has led strategic initiatives that drive long-term financial growth within her community. She is an active and engaged community leader, having served as a board member for The Food Group, a member of the Sheridan County Rotary, and is the Past President of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce. As a proud alum of Leadership Wyoming, she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of leaders. Beyond her professional achievements, Jen’s journey of faith and resilience is at the heart of her memoir, Proof God Hears Your Prayers, where she shares her powerful testimony of survival. She also hosts the Godspeed Wyoming Podcast, blending leadership, faith, and community insights to inspire others. A devoted wife to Dustin and a proud mother to her son, Waylon, Jen’s life is a testament to the power of perseverance, purpose, and the impact of philanthropy in transforming lives and communities.

Presenting: The S.H.I.N.E. Factor to Fundraising Success: Identifying the Right Person to Make the Ask

Elizabeth Dillow

Elizabeth Dillow is a photographer, graphic designer, and writer who is passionate about the intersection of photography, design, and storytelling. Her photographs have been featured in magazines, books, and galleries throughout the U.S. She is the author of The Scrapbooker’s Almanac along with numerous articles and features. Through her business and drawing on her background as an educator, she provides creative consulting services for nonprofit organizations, government entities, select campaigns, small businesses, and large corporations, as well as photographing seniors, families, athletes, and events. She serves on the Laramie County Library System Board, is an active volunteer with Cheyenne Frontier Days™ and Cheyenne Gymnastics, and writes a monthly column for the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle.

Presenting: Brand Your Story

Camden Easterling 

Camden has 20+ years of experience in communications and marketing along with expertise in building and leading teams. She has worked with for-profit and non-profit organizations ranging from local startups to national companies, serving in roles including consultant, in-house strategist, team leader, and project manager. Camden is mindful of both clients’ possibilities and their real-world limitations. She thrives on seeing clients, teams, projects, and processes functioning seamlessly.

Presenting: Delegation: The Art of Managing Through Others

Erin R. Hastey, PhD

Dr. Erin Hastey helps board members and executive staff develop high-performance boards of directors. For over a decade, she has empowered organizational leaders to move from conflict and complacency to connected action. Erin earned her PhD in Educational leadership and Policy Analysis from UW-Madison, where she wrote her award-winning dissertation on board effectiveness in community college districts. In addition to her PhD, Erin holds an MA in the Humanities from the University of Chicago, and BA degrees in English, German, and communication studies with an emphasis in organizational communication from the University of Monana. Before starting her consulting firm, Board Leadership Consulting, LLC, Erin was an associate specializing in board and executive evaluation with global consulting firm M.M. Rosenberg & Associates for over ten years. Erin feels fortunate to call Pinedale, Wyoming, home. When she’s not supporting the important work her clients do in the world, she can be found hiking with her husband and dogs, training her three BLM mustangs, and serving on local nonprofit boards.

Presenting: A Better Board for the Greater Good: The ADEPT Board Effectiveness Framework

Jennifer Hahnke

For eleven years, Jennifer Hahnke has led BBB's Charity Accreditation program in Colorado and Wyoming, assisting over 140 nonprofits in meeting best practices through BBB's FREE Charity Evaluation program. "As Community Programs Manager for BBB, I've discovered that making lasting connections between local nonprofits and our Wyoming & Colorado communities isn't just about networking; it's about cultivating genuine lasting relationships with individual nonprofits collaborating to serve our communities. With each nonprofit that chooses BBB's 20 Standards for Charity Accountability, we're inviting stakeholders to more confidently place their valued trust in the credibility of your mission-driven work."

Presenting: BBB Accreditation for Nonprofits Program Highlight

Kate Hayes

Kate, founder of High Ground Coaching, inspires leadership excellence through innovative strategies and her course "Next Gen Leadership." Her expertise reduces turnover and fosters high-performing teams. Author of "Take Back Your Life," a #1 Amazon release, and a dynamic speaker, Kate empowers audiences with her leadership insights. She founded Connect2Women, a nonprofit nurturing women leaders. Based in Wyoming, Kate is dedicated to creating future leaders.

Presenting: Succession Planning

Noelle Kron

Native to Wyoming, Noelle has spent a large portion of her professional career serving local nonprofits and victim advocacy services in Wyoming. Noelle is a strong advocate of assisting those in our community who are in unhealthy or unsafe relationships. This work included victim advocacy, community outreach, education on ending cycles of violence, and family violence prevention. Along with her experience in the legal field, Noelle has a wealth of victim service knowledge. Noelle Graduated from the University of Wyoming in 2021 with her B.A. in Communication and a Minor in Criminal Justice. She is ready to use her prior experience and education to help in her position at Serve Wyoming and her life of service to those who serve our community.

Presenting: Senior Volunteer Management

Leanne Loya 

My work is driven by a passion for helping others grow, thrive, and overcome barriers. With a career background focused on empowering individuals with limited resources and a Master’s in Counseling, I have worked in education, mentorship, and program development to create meaningful change. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, creative projects, reading, and going on walks with friends but most of my time is spent with my two wonderful children. 

Presenting: Leading With, Not For: Elevating Lived Experience in Nonprofit Strategy and Program Design

Tawsha Mitchell

Natawsha “Tawsha” Mitchell is a fifth generation Wyomingite with a deep commitment to community engagement and wellbeing. Utilizing her foundation in Western history from study at University of Wyoming and significant experience in nonprofits and P-16 education, Natawsha works with organizations and individuals to build cultural fluency and advance positive change. As a facilitator and educator, Natawsha emphasizes the strength of rural communities and power of local leadership. She is a certified facilitator with Colorado Humanities and holds related credentials in restorative practice education from the University of Oregon and University of Michigan. Natawsha is also certified in Mental Health First Aid, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Green Dot Violence Prevention Education and more. In addition to her independent work across the Mountain West, Natawsha leads engagement strategy and inclusion initiatives at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Presenting: Reflective Recruitment

Paula Mongold

Paula Mongold is a seasoned member of the nonprofit community with nearly two decades of experience in the sector, including roles in operations, human resources, and communications. She currently serves as the VP of Operations for Natrona Collective Health Trust. As the first employee of the Trust, she played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s its culture, infrastructure, and operations. In this capacity, Paula has embraced the challenges of wearing multiple hats, demonstrating adaptability in nearly every facet of nonprofit world. With a B.S. in Business Administration and an A.A. in Communications, Paula brings both strategic insight and a people-centered approach to her work. As a SHRM-CP-certified professional, she is committed to fostering inclusive, compassionate workplaces where employees feel valued and supported. Her human resource philosophy prioritizes well-being, growth, and engagement, ensuring that nonprofit teams thrive in service to their communities. She is passionate about empowering nonprofit professionals with the tools they need to succeed. Paula serves on the board of Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions, is a member of national and Central Wyoming SHRM, and serves on the Marketing Advisory Board for Casper College.

Presenting: G.R.O.W. Beyond Imposter Syndrome: Shifting from Self-Doubt to Confidence

Kristy Oster

I am passionate about building strong communities through connection, collaboration, and systemic change. With two decades of experience supporting individuals facing hardships and addictions, I transitioned from the Wyoming Department of Corrections to focus on strengthening Natrona County through community-driven solutions. Outside of work, I enjoy supporting my two boys in sports, spending time at the lake, and exploring the mountains with family and friends.

Presenting: Leading With, Not For: Elevating Lived Experience in Nonprofit Strategy and Program Design

Ty Pierce

A Wyoming resident of nearly 20 years, Ty has a deep appreciation for the vital role nonprofits play in our communities. This appreciation has brought him into the orbits of organizations throughout the community. Ty’s immense passion for Casper’s artistic community was fostered in positions at both the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra as well as The Nicolaysen Art Museum. This work, in addition to continued work with Wyoming Dementia Care and the University of Wyoming’s Center on Aging, has instilled a sense of how much nonprofits serve as a lifeline for community members of all backgrounds and experiences. Ty is thrilled to have the opportunity to get to know, support, and learn from programs across the state with Serve Wyoming.

Presenting: Senior Volunteer Management

Ruth Rathblott

Ruth Rathblott, MSW is an expert on inclusion and belonging. She is a TEDx and inspirational speaker, bestselling author, and an award-winning former nonprofit leader. She was born with a limb difference and speaks to organizations on issues of equity and belonging, the gifts of being unique, and the freedom of accepting your differences. Ruth was profiled as a CEO in The New York Times’ Corner Office and received Goucher College’s Excellence in Public Service Award, among other awards, for her outstanding leadership in the nonprofit sector. She has spent her entire career focused on providing opportunities for those who have been underrepresented.

Her book, Singlehandedly, is a book for all of us who have been hiding our differences and want to find freedom. In her most recent book, Unhide & Seek, she turns the table and focuses on us, offering deeper insights and practical tools to help individuals and organizations move from hiding to embracing their true selves, fostering a culture of authenticity and innovation.

Keynote: Unhide & Thrive, Unlock Your Potential and the Power of Connection

Breakout: When to Drop the Mask: How Unhiding Builds Trust, Belonging, and Connection

Taylor Rosty

Taylor Rosty is the co-owner of Yonder Marketing, a Casper-based marketing agency whose mission is to give Wyoming nonprofits the same expertise of a big marketing agency, but without the higher costs. A “Jill of all trades,” Taylor has spent most of her career working agency-side in both Colorado and Wyoming with nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses of all sizes, helping them elevate their digital presence. With additional experience in fundraising consulting and working in-house at a nonprofit, Taylor considers herself an expert in what she calls “fundraising communications,” or the marketing activities that surround nonprofits’ fundraising strategies. Taylor holds a bachelors in Economics with a focus in Marketing from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Presenting: Metrics that Matter: How to Make Your Marketing Measurable

Scott Schaffer

Scott Schaffer, Principal of PIM Group, is an experienced nonprofit leader and consultant with a background in economics, finance and behavioral science. He is a four-time past CEO of regional, statewide and national nonprofits. He's directed growth, designed financial turnarounds and built high-performance organizations in the food security, environmental and housing fields.

Scott's consulting practice links expertise in financial analysis and organizational development, and radiates from a core principle that social change requires passion and great ideas along with smart strategy and skillful execution. His work with a range of clients is an extension of this philosophy. He's played a key role in over twenty nonprofit mergers and restructuring projects, and launched social enterprises promoting affordable housing, technology adoption and environmental conservation. Scott has also developed a range of innovative business strategy methods, and delivers training workshops on strategic nonprofit management.

Presenting: Strategic Vision for Impact: Wyoming Nonprofit Network's Path Forward

Samantha Smith

I believe in the power of mental health care and the role nonprofits play in transforming lives. With a BSW from Azusa Pacific University and an MSW from the University of Wyoming, I have worked in community mental health, public education, foster care, higher education, and program development to support individuals and drive systemic change. In my free time, I enjoy writing, ceramics, snowshoeing, camping, and listening to live music.

Presenting: Leading With, Not For: Elevating Lived Experience in Nonprofit Strategy and Program Design

Elizabeth Storer

Liz serves as the President and CEO of the George B. Storer Foundation. Since 2008, she has led the organization through a process that has engaged two new generations of her family, restructured the foundation’s governance, revamped its investment policy, hired its first staff and adopted its first strategic plan. A passionate angler and conservationist, Liz was the first woman to serve on the US Fly Fishing team in 1997, and received the Conservation Leadership Award from the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership in 2019. Elected in 2022, Liz also serves in the Wyoming legislature, representing Teton County’s House District 23. Liz holds BA and MFA degrees from the Cinema School at the University of Southern California. She enjoys fishing, cycling, biking and skiing with her husband, Luther Propst, and their two mixed-heeler pups.

Michelle Sullivan

Michelle Sullivan is Director of the Wyoming Enrichment Network, a Priority Fund of the Wyoming Community Foundation. Most of Sullivan’s professional and voluntary life has focused on the development of dynamic and connected communities. She is especially passionate about creating contexts where young people can pursue their interests, develop their skills, and find communities of belonging. Much of her work integrates cognitive science research to design effective approaches to human development and to strengthen the bridges between educational research and practice. She is also an advocate for the development of leaders on all levels in organizations and facilitates numerous leadership programs. Michelle served as a member and former chair of the Wyoming State Board of Education, a Commissioner for State Parks and Cultural Resources and was appointed to the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees in 2015. She serves as a Trustee on several philanthropic foundations including the Homer & Mildred Scott Foundation and the Seymour & Muriel Thickman Foundation. Based in Sheridan, Sullivan holds a master’s degree in Mind, Brain & Education from Harvard University. She was a Kellogg National Fellow and a Loeb Fellow at the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University in 1994. She is a graduate of the Colorado College where she received her B.A. in 1986 and an honorary doctorate in 1994.

Presenting: Leveraging and Engaging Young People’s Promise to Ignite the Not-for-Profit Sector

Kris Urbanek

Kris Urbanek has a master’s degree in economics from the University of Wyoming and more than 23 years of experience in the health care industry.

Kris began his career as a research analyst, specializing in pharmaceutical outcome-based research and analytics for large employers, with a focus on employee health and productivity. He went on to spend eight years supporting hospitals and physicians with the adoption of health information technology and electronic health records, and later worked as a practice administrator for a primary care clinic and imaging center in Casper, Wyoming.

Currently, Kris serves as Executive Vice President at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming. In this role, he acts as a liaison between the community and BCBSWY, overseeing marketing, sales, provider relations, payment integrity, and the medical department. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, spending time with his family, and tending to his bees, goats, and chickens.

Kris will provide a timely update on the health care landscape in Wyoming, offering insight into cost and access challenges unique to our state. He’s looking forward to hearing from attendees about their experience and interest in supporting employees’ health care—knowing the budget and staffing pressures that are unique to nonprofit organizations—he wants to hear how health insurance can partner to help nonprofits navigate and support employee well-being.

Presenting: Benefits That Work: Health Coverage Solutions for Wyoming Nonprofits 

Anna Wilcox

Anna is a strategist, facilitator, and leadership advisor who has spent her career standing at the intersection of clarity, purpose, and action. With deep experience leading both nonprofits and for-profit businesses, she brings a rare, grounded understanding of what it really takes to move vision into reality—and how to build the right conditions for lasting growth. Certified in BoardSource Nonprofit Board Consulting, trained in Technology of Participation (ToP) Facilitation and Strategic Planning, and Hogan Assessment certified, Anna pairs tried-and-true methodology with a fierce belief in individualized experiences and the art of the question. Her process isn’t about handing over answers—it’s about helping you uncover the ones that have been there all along.

Anna founded Backburn as a next-step in serving the Wyoming community she’s come to love—deeply, intentionally, and with fire. Her work is about more than plans or facilitation—it’s about burning away what no longer serves, clearing the path forward, and nurturing ecosystems where people, ideas, and organizations can thrive. Whether guiding a leadership transition, crafting a strategic roadmap, or facilitating breakthrough conversations, Anna brings sharp strategy, real-world experience, and the belief that transformation doesn’t come from outside experts—it comes from within.

Presenting: Cultivating Teams That Thrive! Leading the Individual to Strengthen the Whole