Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors are a group of people dedicated to helping to ensure that this organization not only survives, but thrives and serves our community and people with integrity and respect. Without these incredible people and the time and effort they share we would not have come as far as we have in such a short time.
If you would like to become a board member, please inquire about availability!
Tim Bongs
Chair
Verna Toeynan
Member
Jacklyn Janeksela
Member
Katie Brennan
Member
Kayla Fagre
Member
Micah Meline
Member
Teresa Sorenson
Member
Trina Wybierala
Member
Jeff Powell Member
Staff
Wellness in the Woods relies on passionate people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and journeys to move the organization's goals and mission forward. Please take some time to get to learn about our staff and what drives us!
If you would like to become apart of our staff, please check out our job opportunities!
Jode Freyholtz-London
Chief Executive Officer
jode@mnwitw.org
Stevie Jo Beck, CPRS
RCO Director
stevie@mnwitw.org
Monica L. Yeadon, MSW, CPS, LGSW
Director of Process Improvement & Communications, VPSN Director
monica@mnwitw.org
Ashley Wright
Justice Harm Reduction Coordinator
ashley@mnwitw.org
Victor Obisakin
Director of Culture & Community Engagement
victor@mnwitw.org
Carrie Johnson
Warmline Director
carrie@mnwitw.org
Lacy Podlogar
APN
lacy@mnwitw.org
Outreach Team
Our Outreach Team is dedicated to seeking out opportunities to connect, listen, and support people and their communities. Such conversations lead to developing resources, services, and positive change across Minnesota. Contact a WitW Outreach Associate and let’s see how we can transform wellness into reality together!
If you would like to become an Outreach Associate, reach out to us today!
Bert Brandt
Outreach Associate | Region 3N Arrowhead
bert@mnwitw.org
Maurice Weatherspoon
Cultural Outreach Associate | MN African American Communities
maurice@mnwitw.org
Monica Yeadon
Outreach Associate | CREST - Southwest Region 18
monica@mnwitw.org
Melanie Scott
Outreach Associate
melanie@mnwitw.org
Eugenia Breitman
Outreach Associate | Region NW 8 Outreach
Amber Haus
Outreach Associate
ahaus@mnwitw.org
Deb Kinniry
Outreach Associate | Camhi
ahaus@mnwitw.org
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