OUR MISSION
Since 1976, REACH has provided education and training programs to schools and organizations to increase cultural competency and build community.
Through evidence-based training programs, events, and conferences, we ensure organizations continue to learn, acknowledge, and act to create comprehensive learning & development environments.
WHO DO WE SERVE?
Educators
Communities
Human Resources
Organizations
EVERYONE!
"The REACH workshop was transformative for our team at Energy Outreach Colorado. What sets REACH apart is how it grounds complex cultural conversations in fundamental principles of self-awareness and human dignity. Through the thoughtfully designed curriculum, our staff didn't just challenge their assumptions – they developed a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. The impact has been tangible, creating meaningful shifts in how our team communicates, collaborates, and approaches leadership. If you're looking for training that goes beyond surface-level diversity discussions to create lasting organizational change, REACH delivers exactly that."
Jennifer Gremmert, CEO of Energy Outreach Colorado
Meet the REACH Team
To assist organizations with their culture development, Michelle brought REACH, a 501(c)3 non-profit since 1976 committed to learning & development around equity standards, to Colorado in 2010. REACH partners with Diverse Talent to ensure inclusive initiatives and equity goals are achieved.
Michelle earned her engineering degree from Kansas State University, where she was awarded numerous academic honors. Additionally, she has a master’s degree in counseling, where she vowed to utilize her academic success to provide a platform for others to excel. Michelle is committed to continuing her life passion of community engagement, leadership, and providing access and opportunities to those in need.
Michelle Campbell
Executive Director
Tara excels in creating and implementing programs that drive social change and educational equity. Her expertise lies in developing comprehensive programs, securing funding, and building strategic alliances that support organizational goals and community needs.
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Contact Tara to learn more about REACH!
Tara Raju
REACH Program Manager
Kartiki's professional interests are operationalizing access for quality mental health care, digital and innovative medicine, intersection between strategy and culture and, collaboration between systems, healthcare, and business. She is a strong advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in the community and healthcare
Elianne handles the logistics of trainings and events for REACH.
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If you are interested in learning more about REACH, REACH trainings, or discussing a potential partnership, email Elianne at elianne@diverse-talent.com.
Elianne Van Slyke
REACH Program Coordinator
Elianne is the Program Coordinator for REACH. She also works with REACH's sister-organization, Diverse Talent, as a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Elianne is responsible for the operations of REACH's programs, marketing, partnerships, events, and workshops.
Contact Elianne to learn more about REACH!
REACH Advisory Board
PARTNERSHIP | INSIGHT | COMMUNITY
Lauren Schwartz
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VP, Investor Relations & Executive Director at Colorado Chamber Alliance
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Lauren is an award-winning community relations and nonprofit leader who serves as the Director of Investor Relations for the Colorado Chamber of Commerce. She works with members to ensure that they are engaged in the Chamber’s work in ways that are meaningful to them by keeping them informed on policy that will affect their business, and by providing members the opportunity to connect with business leaders, lawmakers and key influencers so that the voice of the business community is heard at both the state capitol and the federal level.
For Erin, passion is tied to Leadership & Development, and DEI comes from growing up in Southern Indiana as the daughter of a civil rights leader and the experience of seeing how racism and inequality destroyed hopes and dreams of her close friends during high school basketball. Hearing racist chants targeted towards those that she considered not only friends, but family, not only broke her heart, but built a wall of resistance to ‘status quo’. Erin serves as an HR manager who is passionate about creating a workplace culture fit for everyeone.
Erin Young
Senior HR Business Partner at Standard BioTools Expert
Jennifer Gremmert is the CEO & Executive Director of Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC), a non-profit organization empowering people through energy security. Ms. Gremmert has worked for numerous nonprofit organizations and has served on the Board of Directors of the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition and as Chair of both the Governor’s Commission on Low-Income Energy Assistance and the Colorado Utility Consumer Board. She is currently the Chair of the Colorado Clean Energy Fund, Colorado’s Green Bank.
Jennifer Gremmert
CEO at Energy Outreach Colorado
Will is a community-focused professional assisting with the launch of the 2026 REACH Conference. His expertise in small business planning and strategic development are a vital asset to the REACH team. Will's self proclaimed specialties include community outreach, programming, grant writing, fundraising, non-profits, administrative work, and government contracting.
Will Chan
Director of Small Business Capacity Building & Strategic Development at the City of Denver
Quinn is the president and co-owner of Total Solutions 1st, LLC, established over 15 years ago. Quinn’s focus is supporting organizations to leverage their human capital to create and sustain bottom-line growth. Throughout her career, as a global leader, mentor and coach, Quinn has developed a deep passion for helping others be the best they can be. Her favorite times are with her husband of 40+ years, their children, grandchildren, and extended family.
Quinn Thompson-Slaughter
Global HR & DEI Leader
Venita is an experienced Loyalty Program Manager at HP Inc. (retired). Currently, Venita is driving the establishment of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in an Educational Non-Profit and leading fund-raising initiatives for a Ballet company.
Venita Hawkins-Bird
DEI advocate, corporate program manager, & nonprofit education leader.
Christina currently serves as the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and teaches Spanish at Regis Jesuit High School. She is passionate about teaching our younger generations the importance of inclusivity in our world.
Christina Vela
Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Spanish Teacher at Regis Jesuit High School
Caroline Mata
Human Resources & People's Experience Leader
Caroline ignites the potential of all individuals and forges connections that transcend divides, transforming ideas into thriving business ideas. Her strengths include bringing people together from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, guiding them towards a shared vision. With empathy and strategic foresight, Caroline navigates complex challenges, finding the unique strengths in each team member and weaving them into a tapestry of collective success.
Kartiki Churi
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VP of Psychiatry at
Family Care Center
Kartiki's professional interests are operationalizing access for quality mental health care, digital and innovative medicine, intersection between strategy and culture and, collaboration between systems, healthcare, and business. She is a strong advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in the community and healthcare
Claudia is a passionate equity leader working for REACH's close partner, Rocky Mountain Public Media. She believes in finding unique and creative ways to ensure inclusive practices are being implemented within her organization and community.
Claudia Fernandez
VP of Human Resources at Rocky Mountain Public Media
SJ Snyder
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DEI Specialist at
Holland & Hart LLP
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SJ believes that equity, diversity and inclusivity (EDI) is the pathway to equality. Her role as Fairfield and Wood's Marketing and Diversity Specialist affords her the opportunity to work directly with the administration team in all aspects of firm EDI operations. SJ is an anti-racist in the Black Lives Matter movement and an active ally for diverse legal professionals. Prior to joining Fairfield and Woods, SJ served as a the Associate Director for CLI. SJ has a strong passion to create an atmosphere of inclusion and equity for law students and lawyers entering the legal community.
Jessica is an attorney and journalist with a passion for helping her community. She was most recently an anchor and reporter at KAKE in Wichita, KS where she launched the “Know Your Rights” segment. Jessica was admitted to practice law in Colorado in 2023 & current works at Jones Law Firm, P.C., where she practices family law. She is also a news anchor for Denver 7 News.
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Jessica Crawford
Denver 7 News Anchor & Family Law Attorney
Carey Hicks is a seasoned Human Resources executive and consultant. She is an expert in HR Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions integrations, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, and Talent Management. She has spent her career partnering with top-level executives, providing insights on critical talent issues and guidance on inspiring engagement that drives performance in the most pressured environments
Carey Hicks
Sr. Director of People & Talent at Capella Space
Maya holds expansive expertise encompassing a passion navigating and leading nonprofit sectors; design and elevate fundraising cadence to reflect long-term results; ensure program effectiveness and recommendations for program enhancement and improvements; build coalitions with organizations and individuals around commons goals and interests
Lori Marie Huertas
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Assistant Director of DEI Industry Partnerships at
MSU Denver.
With over 8 years of dynamic experience in sales, fundraising, and team management, Lori has been dedicated to driving impactful initiatives that make a difference. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master's in Psychology. Lori is currently completing my Doctorate in Higher Educational Leadership Administration, with a thesis focused on DEI.
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Theresa Bailey
People Operations Business Partner at
WellPower Administration
Theresa is a solutions-driven, Innovative, HR Business Partner/Diversity & Inclusion Leader with proven abilities to partner with CDO, diversity champions, executives and their staff to provide strategic direction that helps to achieve organizational goals. She is an award-winning diversity professional with a passion for fostering a learning culture.