Hunter is our big idea guy. Through his professional work in the mental health field and his experience working one on one with clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Hunter worked to bring Nancy’s Place to life. He knows when his clients have access to healthy homes and can successfully participate in their communities, they are more likely to lead happy lives.

Maddie is our implementer. Her years of experience in community organizing and non-profit management helped set Nancy’s Place up for success. Maddie understands the importance of lifting up all voices and advocating for positive change. Through her political and advocacy work, she hopes to increase awareness of the obstacles our clients face.

Cody is dedicated to architecting exceptional user experiences. He pioneers innovative concepts to elevate web interactions. As CTO of Nancy's Place, Cody collaborates closely with the CEO, orchestrating web experiences to ensure optimal user satisfaction. Through meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to code quality, he drives projects forward, always focusing on user-centric design. Furthermore, Cody is an avid contributor to the open-source community.

Lindsay Foster is a mother of a child with a disability and brings unique insight into the challenges and struggles many of the families we assist face. Alongside her valuable personal experience, Lindsay is a cyber security expert with exceptional problem-solving skills that have been invaluable to our organization. Her dedication to our mission and expertise make her a valuable asset to our team.

Damarcus Taylor is an accomplished professional with diverse experience in nonprofit management and human services. He has an educational background in nonprofit youth administration and is an expert in nonprofit management. With his attention to detail and expertise in trend analysis, corrective action, and service planning, he is an excellent fit for Nancy's Place. Additionally, his experience in coaching his staff, training new employees, and facilitating youth programs will be valuable in supporting individuals with intellectual and mental disabilities.

In addition to her role at Nancy's Place, Kristin brings a wealth of expertise as an Early Childhood Special Education Consultant for the Heartland AEA. With a deep understanding of early childhood development and special education, she plays an instrumental role in shaping the futures of young learners, ensuring they receive the tailored support and guidance they deserve. Kristin's commitment to fostering inclusive environments in housing and education showcases her dedication to making a difference in the lives of those with special needs.

With over ten years of classroom experience, Nikki is the Instructional Strategist at Central Campus for Des Moines Public Schools, bringing a profound background in Special Education and English education. Specializing in literacy for students with cognitive learning disabilities, her advanced study on the intersection of special needs and mental health underscores her advocacy for students with (dis)abilities. Nikki’s dedication extends beyond words into actionable advocacy, showcasing her commitment to fostering an inclusive educational environment for all learners.

Mike Dunne has been a Realtor in the Des Moines metro for 9+ years and believes that a home is more than just a place we live, but somewhere that we build memories, chapters of our lives and influence our mental state. This ties deeply into Nancy’s Place mission of providing high quality housing options. He is married to his wife Kelly who immigrated to the USA from Colombia and they have a son. He is fluent in Spanish and active in various communities throughout the metro area.

Randi Hicks brings experience in business process leadership and governance to the Nancy’s Place Board. She is passionate about advancing safe, stable housing for people with disabilities and believes accessible housing is essential to dignity, independence, and long-term stability. Randi is honored to support Nancy’s Place mission through thoughtful oversight, collaboration, and advocacy.

Corrie McDowell brings a wealth of event planning and fundraising skills to Nancy's Place.