LEADERSHIP
Our Leadership Team
The Phoenix Dream Center is a Christ-centered organization that is committed to serving the people of Phoenix.
As a team of highly trained, Christian professionals, we are driven by our faith in Jesus Christ and our passion for our mission. Many on our team have left jobs in the corporate world to commit our lives to serving Jesus at the Phoenix Dream Center.
God has called each and every one of us on this mission, and we are passionate about serving the people in our city.
We believe that we can make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling, and we are dedicated to helping them achieve their dreams.
If you are looking for a place to serve, we invite you to join our team. We are confident that you will find fulfillment in serving the people of Phoenix, and we believe that you will be a valuable asset to our team.
Steering and Advisory Leadership
The Steering and Advisory Leadership Team provides professional guidance to the organization in all areas related to physical health, behavioral health, and educational well-being.
Dr. Pamela H. Williams, MD
Ophthalmology
Dr. Beverly J. Thomas-Carter, DNP
Integrated Health
Dr. Carla Grace, PhD
Behavioral Health
Dr. Sherry Jones, EdD
Education Advancement
Dr. Minseok Kang, DMD
Oral Health
Dr. Sarah Beaumont, MD
Medical Health
Human Trafficking Program Leadership
The Survivor-Led Human Trafficking Life Recovery Team provides high-quality, trauma informed human trafficking healing services to over 150 survivors of human trafficking each year.
Shauna Sexton
Human Trafficking Programs Director
Irene Orr
Human Trafficking Outreach Director
Jessica Granick
Behavioral Health Program Manager
Elaine Medeiros
Clinical Services Director
Kaitlyn Pressley
Human Trafficking Program Manager
DoJay Craab
Human Trafficking Case Management
Dominic Ruscitti
Boys Program Caregiver
Caitlin Vick
Training & Pastoral Care Manager
Danielle Hernandez
30-Day Program Manager
Life Recovery School Leadership
The Life Recovery School Leadership team provides cutting-edge life recovery services to over 500 individuals each year who are recovering from homelessness and addiction.
Paul Vargas
Life Recovery School Director
Chloe Carroll
Life Recovery School Manager
Shane Black
Life Recovery School Manager
CJ Charles
Life Recovery School Director
Smantha Trotter
Life Recovery School Manager
Donor Development Leadership
The Donor Development Leadership Team manages the in-kind donations, fundraising, and volunteer efforts that fund the operations of the Phoenix Dream Center.
Carlos Daniel
Chief Development Officer
JoAnna Shipe
Corporate Intiatives Director
Laurie Edem
In-Kind Donation Manager
Kona Dickinson
Marketing Communications Specialist
Zach Rodgers
Corporate Initiatives Specialist
Stephanie Lang
Development Manager
Business Development Leadership
The Business Development Leadership Team manages the revenue-generating business opportunities that cover the overhead expenses of the Phoenix Dream Center.
Peter Leonardi
Chief Business Development Officer
Deanne Leonardi
Systems Manager
James Almondova
Warehouse Manager
Ben Neal
Career Development Manager
Executive Leadership
The Executive Leadership Team manages all of the functions of the Phoenix Dream Center, including its operations, finances, business development, donor development, life recovery programs, and outreach programs. .
Brian D. Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Skye Steele
Co-Founder Human Trafficking Programs
Kim Smith
Chief Finance Officer
Shauna Sexton
Human Trafficking Programs Director
Carlos Daniel
Chief Development Officer
Paul Vargas
Life Recovery School Director
Pete Leonardi
Business Development Director
Michael Loper
Contracts Administrator
Operations Leadership
The Operations Leadership Team manages all of the facility, security, and expansion-related efforts of the Phoenix Dream Center.
Dwayne Moss
Director of Campus Operations
John Morrissey
Facilities Manager
Pat Mara
Reception Manager
Christina Wanta
Security Manager
Foundation and Ministry Board Members
The Foundation and Ministry Board Teams provide guidance and support to the Executive Team in order to help the Phoenix Dream Center achieve its mission to serve people.
Dr. Tommy Barnett, ThD
Foundation Board President
Doug Preudhomme
Ministry Board President
Luke and Angel Barnett
Foundation Board Members
Craig Smith
Foundation Board Member
Jerry and Melissa Salandro
Foundation Board Member
Mark and Lisa Reed
Foundation Board Members
Jerry Colangelo
Foundation Board Member
Brendon and Sarah Zastrow
Foundation Board Member
Jason Penrose
Ministry Board Member
Mark Preudhomme
Ministry Board Member
John Parnell
Ministry Board Member
Dr. Walt Rattray, ThD
Ministry Board Member
Warren and Kathleen Panico
Foundation Board Member
Kent and Kristie Sexton
Foundation Board Members
OUR ANNUAL AGENCY REPORT
If you’re interested in seeing the amazing things we do at the Phoenix Dream Centers, then our Annual Agency Report is just what you need! Our report contains all of the incredible work that our team of dedicated volunteers have accomplished over the past year. From helping families find secure housing to providing meals for those who are hungry, fighting human trafficking and so much more, this report celebrates the impact that we as an organization have had on our community. If this sounds like something you’d like to get your hands on, fill out this form and we’ll email it to you right away.
