EAGLE VILLAGE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Advancement
Carol was previously the Director of Alumni Relations at Central Michigan University and the Vice President of Advancement at Alma College. She joined Eagle Village in 2015 and says, "It is great to be a part of a pure cause, one that exists to change lives. Youth that come to our campus from challenging and traumatic situations are genuinely valued, their individual talents celebrated, and their potential recognized. What could be more important than helping individuals and families find their own success?" Carol has her Master of Arts degree from Central Michigan University.
Cathey had the privilege of watching Eagle Village change lives when her parents began the organization in 1968. She lived at Eagle Village throughout her childhood and became the President/CEO in 2010. Cathey has a master's degree from Central Michigan University and has experience as a private practice Christian Counselor.
Job Titles:
- Director of Community Outreach and Engagement
Chad has spent over 15 year with Eagle Village, and has experienced multiple roles within the organization including House Parent, Activity Specialist, Supervisor of Internal Programs, Foster Care Parent, and Adoptive Parent. "My life and career has been about helping people and organizations heal," says Chad. "I want to help people become the best that they can be. Eagle Village is a place where my passion for helping others can be used on a daily basis. God has called me to visit orphans and widows in their affliction and there is no better place than Eagle Village to live this out." Chad has a bachelor's degree in Recreation Leadership and Management.
Job Titles:
- Director of Facilities and Career and Trades
Corey has worked several positions across the campus, building a knowledge and understanding of how Eagle Village works. His degree is in Sports and Wellness Management from Trinity International where he also played Collegiate Football. Corey strives to create an environment for therapeutic processes to happen, along with creating spaces for lifelong memories to be made. Corey has a strong family connection at Eagle Village and enjoys knowing the legacy his Grandparents have created continues to touch lives.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees
- Retired
Job Titles:
- Director of Prevention and Intervention Services
Eric has over 15 years of experience in pastoral ministry and camp leadership. He and his wife are foster parents, and developed a heart for hurting kids when they lived and worked at an orphanage in the Dominican Republic. Eric is currently pursuing his master's degree in Ministry Leadership.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees
- Vice - Chair / Chalgian & Tripp Law Offices, PLLC
Job Titles:
- Secretary of the Foundation Board of Trustees
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- Chairman of the Foundation Board of Trustees
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Operations
Marjie has worked at Eagle Village for 23 years, but her history with the organization is much older than that. A daughter of the founders, Marjie grew up at Eagle Village watching her parents care for kids that needed it the most. She continues their mission with a passion to make every child feel accepted and loved no matter where they come from. Marjie has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Ferris State University.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Treatment Programs
Melissa began her career at Eagle Village 11 years ago in a direct care role. She moved on to become a Family Counselor and Clinical Supervisor before leading the Foster Care/Adoption Team at Eagle Village. In 2018 Melissa became the Vice President of Treatment Programs. Melissa says, "The kids and families of Eagle Village are all special in their own unique ways and they deserve for someone to invest in them and give them the best chance toward successful futures." Melissa has a bachelor's in Social Work and her LLMSW.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees
- Treasurer
- Board Representative / Ross Accounting
Job Titles:
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees
- Trustee
Job Titles:
- Director / Executive, Retired
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Member of the Foundation Board of Trustees