1. Welcome!
Closing Luncheon
and Celebration
Emerging
Nonprofit Leaders
Program
2011-2012

2. Ross Altenbaugh
Hilliard House
Thoughtful and really funny, Ross
is a natural leader. Her ENPL
colleagues appreciate her strength,
empathy, words of encouragement,
and profound comments. If Ross is
in the house, you know you are
going to be smiling! She is one of
the cool kids you’d love to hang out
with and has many great moments
ahead of her!

3. Kerry Kent Blumberg
YMCA
An amazing listener with insight to
boot, Kerry brings a quest for
excellence to her work. She is
forthcoming and unafraid to share her
thoughts, but always in a compelling
and life giving way. One colleague
noted that Kerry brings what is most
needed in the next generation
of leaders. A great partner on the
high ropes, Kerry is the “Village
People” of relationship building!

4. Jennifer Boyden Barrett
Heart Havens
Jennifer tells it like it is! Our
discussions were livelier for her
presence and her ENPL
colleagues value her thought-
provoking comments,
fearlessness, and passion for the
work. She is a force to be
reckoned with - one that will go
the full nine yards with you to
make something good happen.

5. Mike Burnette
Housing Opportunities Made Equal
Mike brings an awesome sense
of humor and natural
friendliness to his leadership.
Smart and committed, Mike
brightened our days with his wit,
ability to connect with others,
and giving nature. Mike is also
a good sport when his bed is
short-sheeted!

6. Jenna Clarke
Rx Partnership
Jenna’s many admirable qualities
include her quiet confidence, easy
laugh, excellent listening skills, and
wholistic approach. She has a
purposeful style and calming
presence even as she takes risks. A
very special emerging leader, Jenna
inspires us on many levels. As one
classmate noted, “I am proud to call
her my friend.”

7. Holly Claytor
Special Olympics Virginia
“This lady has moxie, sass, and
grace! Seriously, I want to be
her!” Described as a “quiet
powerhouse,” Holly combines a
deep commitment to helping
others with a caring style.
Unafraid to face new challenges,
Holly, aka Mighty Mouse, is also
the mother of our newest ENPL
baby!

8. Lauren Davis
World Pediatric Project
A woman of a million smiles,
Lauren’s compassion, eloquence
and life-giving presence make her
the epitome of Hope and Promise.
Quotes about Lauren include:
“Every conversation with Lauren
led me to a better place.” and
“Lauren is someone I would
like to work for one day!”
Lauren will make an unbelievable
difference in our world!

9. Melissa Devenny
Donate Life America
Soft-spoken but incredibly
passionate, Melissa is serious
about organ donation – and
wants ours! Her ENPL
colleagues describe her as
thoughtful, brilliant,
dedicated, hard working,
and quietly magnificent!

10. Carol Dunlap
Goochland Free Clinic and Family
Services
Passionately curious and
engaging, Carol provided great
insights to the program! Her
wisdom, commitment, spirit of
discovery, knowledge, and status
as our “Resource Queen” make
her a real asset to the nonprofit
community.

11. Sarah Eisenman
National Alliance on Mental Illness of
Virginia
Known for her authenticity, energy,
positive attitude, and determination to
foster change, Sarah is an exemplary
next generation leader. As one
colleague noted “I want Sarah on my
team in ANY competition.” She is an
excellent thinker and good friend who
helps us delve deeper. And to
top it off, she makes a
mean homebrew!

12. Holly Gordon
HandsOn Greater Richmond
Our Challenge Discovery rock
star! Holly is like a shot of
espresso, giving you just what
you need to boost your day.
Her enthusiasm and vision
helped our progress as a
group. With mental gears
turning all the time, Holly’s
leadership shines with candor
and competence.

13. Avi Hopkins
U-TURN Sports Performance Academy
What a guy!! Avi was the surprising
introvert who always stepped up to
the plate and got us off to the perfect
start. Avi is a fantastic leader with
infectious energy and soft humor that
sets people at ease. He encourages
others and rejoices in their success. A
brother to all, Avi elicited this high
praise from one ENPL colleague:
“I wish he was in my
family!!”

14. Rosa Johnson-Tuma
Serenity
Passionate about helping others,
Rosa is dedicated, smart and
creative. Quiet but full of
surprises, Rosa is our celebrated
“best charades player EVER”!
Her consistent optimism,
courage, and huge heart add to
her effectiveness as a leader and
valued teammate.

15. Edward Judkins
CARITAS
A soft spoken man of powerful
words. When Edward speaks, we
listen! Deeply devoted to the
clients he serves and staff he leads,
Edward wins our praise for his
fortitude and being faithful,
humble, thoughtful and caring.
Edward is easy to connect with and
enhanced our group cohesion.

16. Rob Martin
United Virginia
A true coach, Rob brings a
“united” effort! Devoted to
making a difference, Rob is
creative, open-minded,
reassuring, and justice-seeking.
Fellow ENPLers appreciate the
depth of his thinking as well as
his calming spirit and
consistently supportive manner.

17. KC McGurren
EarthCraft Virginia
A spit-fire whose diplomacy and
intelligence enable her to make a
big impact! Eager to make a
positive and lasting change, KC is
admired for her great attitude and
being a thoughtful team player.
“KC is someone I’d want to be
stuck on an island with. She’d get
us off, but help sustain the earth
while doing it!”

18. Anne McNeal
Project Homes
Anne is easy to be with, charming,
genuine, and an enthusiastic
learner. Her perceptiveness,
commitment, and supportive style
enable Anne to make a big
difference in our community.
Described as an “anchor through
my thought processes”, Anne is
also the owner of the best
bedazzled jeans!

19. Michelle Nostheide
American Heart Association
Michelle’s big heart and pleasant
demeanor brightens the way. She
brings compassion, calmness,
solid values, and groundedness to
all she does. She makes what
seems impossible – possible! Her
presence was hugely valuable for
the “Blue Group.” And, she’s an
undercover firecracker - we are
sure of it!

20. Erin O’Regan
United Way of Greater Richmond &
Petersburg
Erin always has a big smile on
her face even while she kept her
group on task! Her ENPL
colleagues appreciate her
honesty, wisdom, wonderful
listening, and openness. Erin is
described as soft, sweet, and
hilarious – a deadly
combination!

21. Jason Sawyer
Neighborhood Resource Center of
Greater Fulton Hill
Jason feels the weight of the world,
and does something about it! An
activist by nature, he makes a
difference through his values-
based style and deep engagement
in the community. Wise beyond his
years, Jason is also a lot of fun to
be around. We congratulate Jason
his wedding, taking place this very
week!