Hannah Lavin
Hannah Lavin is a Senior Workforce Development Consultant with a passion for empowering individuals to achieve their highest potential. Originally from Chicago, she now resides in Culver, Indiana. Hannah earned her bachelor’s degree in sociology from Purdue University and holds a master’s degree in criminal justice from Arizona State University. She also serves as an adjunct instructor in the Social & Behavioral Sciences Department at Joliet Junior College. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys cheering on the Fighting Irish, traveling to new cities, and boating on Lake Maxinkuckee.
Kate Doty
Kate is the workforce development consultant that serves the southwestern portion of the state. Though she was born and raised in Indianapolis, she has lived in every state that borders Lake Michigan. She earned her bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and a master's in clinical mental health counseling from Western Michigan University. Kate is a mother of two children and spends what little free time she has seeking out live music, painting, and reading.
Leslie Rowley
Leslie Rowley is the Grant Coordinator for the Indiana Association for Home and Hospice Care. Leslie oversees the Childcare Grant implementation. She moved to Indiana from Michigan last year and is enjoying living near a large city. Leslie has a Bachelor Degree in Community Health Education from Utah State University and has spent her career in both the Corporate and Non-profit sectors. When she’s not working, she is wrangling her 3 little boys under the age of 6. She also loves traveling and has been to 20 different countries.
Kellie Herber
Kellie Herber, originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, has been a resident of the Fort Wayne area for 23 years. Her extensive career spans over 30 years in leadership within the non-profit sector, encompassing management, administration, pastoral care, and executive roles. This includes three years of service at the Canadian Military base in Germany. Currently, Kellie is a Workforce Development Consultant for the IAHHC C.A.R.E Connect program, marking eight years of dedication to the hospice field. She holds an M.A.B.C. from Trinity Seminary. In her leisure time, Kellie enjoys camping, traveling, attending Komets hockey games, reading, and off-roading in her Jeep. Married with three adult children, four grandchildren, and a collection of cats and dogs, Kellie embraces a full and vibrant life.
Phillip Conder
Phillip Conder is the workforce development consultant that serves the southern portion of the state. Phillip holds a bachelor's degree in health and physical education, a master's degree in education awarded by the University of Louisville, as well as a master's degree from the University of the Cumberlands in administration. Phillip loves spending his time watching his two children participate in basketball alongside his wife.
Rachel Forster
Rachel is a workforce development consultant that serves Marion County. She has lived in Indiana the majority of her life. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from Ball State University. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially with those who call her “Aunt Rachel” and her 92-year-old Grandmother. She likes visiting Michigan in the fall, playing board games and reading. She is always up for going to an Indianapolis Indians baseball game!