PWB & YLC Speed Mentoring
2023 Mentor Roster Below!
Join the Professional Women in Building Council and the Young Leaders Council for our much-anticipated Speed Mentoring. Come prepared to meet a variety of different business professionals in and out of the building industry. You will have the opportunity to sit across the tables from successful business leaders across multiple industries.
This event’s intent is to facilitate brief interactions that will:
- Stimulate thought
- Provide insights
- Engage ideas
And potentially lay the groundwork for career growth and achievements.
Please use the bios below to prepare questions or utilize queue cards to focus speed mentoring interactions. This event is limited to the first 40 registrants so reserve your spot now!
Beth Avedis (She/Her)
Vice President, Builder Services
Heritage Title Company
Hello mentees! I’ve been with Heritage for over 25 years and with the HBA and PWB for 8 years. I have expertise in Sales, Business…
Ian Bennett
Mortgage Loan Originator
Elevations Credit Union
A mortgage professional since 2006, Ian uses a consultative approach to determine which loan program will help his clients achieve their overall goals. He values…
Shelli Brunswick
COO
Space Foundation
Shelli Brunswick, COO of Space Foundation, brings a broad perspective and deep vision of the global space ecosystem — from a distinguished career as a…
Brian Ciciora
Founder/CEO
Truewerk
Before he was building the brand, Truewerk founder Brian Ciciora built homes in the Colorado mountains. To protect himself from inclement weather at high elevations,…
Jordyn Croom
Director of Finance and Operations
On2 Homes
My passion and involvement in the home building industry began while I was pursuing my BSBA in Real Estate and the Built Environment at the…
Eugenia Di Girolamo
Chief Urban Designer
City and County of Denver
Eugenia Di Girolamo is the first Chief Urban Designer for the City and County of Denver. She is a trained architect and urban designer, with…
Brooke Jean
Owner
Brooke Jean Unperfected
Brooke Jean, MA, LPC is a Licensed Therapist, Coach, Speaker and the Host of The Unperfected Pod on a mission to normalize normal. She believes…
Christine Lentz
Program Manager
The Limb Preservation Foundation
Christine Lentz has a Marketing degree and an MBA from the University of Colorado at Boulder. In addition, she spent two years as an undergrad…
Holly Scott
CMO
TRIO
Holly Scott has more than 25 years of executive experience in media, sales, and marketing for a range of home design luxury media brands. As…
Kathryn Seehusen
Associate Broker
Colorado Home Realty
Colorado is a great place to live, work, and play, which is why “almost native” Kathryn Seehusen has chosen it to call home. As a…
Salem Webb
Owner/Broker
One Nest Realty
With an extensive background in contract negotiations and sales, Salem is the Managing Broker-Owner of One Nest Realty, as well as founder of their sister…
Jerry Wiencek
President
JW Luxury Homes
Founder/operator of JW Luxury Homes, Inc, providing luxury custom homes, luxury kitchens, full house renovations. Jerome started developing his career working within the industry as…
Debra Wyatte
President
WE Consulting LLC
As an industry leader in community experience, Debra’s goal is to facilitate a memorable customer journey for everyone who engages in the home-buying experience. She…
Gilda Zaragoza
Founder
Invalesco Real Estate
Gilda Zaragoza is the founder of Invalesco Real Estate, a development and realty boutique. She began her career in finance after graduating from NYU. She…
Past Speed Mentors
Scotty Allen ’22
COO
Josh.ai
Scotty Allen is an experienced team leader, entrepreneur, and strategic thinker. Driven by a passion to find creative solutions, he takes pride in providing the…
Dr. Shannon Block ’22
Executive Director, COO, CDO
Markle Foundation
Dr. Shannon Block is an accomplished CEO, Chief Digital Officer and entrepreneur with deep experience developing high-impact growth strategies. Her focus is on identifying and…
Jason Brown ’21
President
Ascent Builders
Jason Brown is one of the founders and President of Ascent Builders. Prior to founding Ascent Builders, Jason spent 10 years at Level 3 Communications,…
Dan Brown ’22
Founder
Spire Financial
Always ready to turn ideas into opportunities, Dan Brown confidently believes the art of inspiration, motivation and determination is the key to success in every…
Amanda Carrothers ’19
PCC
Embody Power Inc
PCC, Executive Leadership Coach, Mentor Coach, Professional Coach Supervisor, & Senior Organizational Consultant of Embody Power – Amanda 22 years of experience working with Fortune…
Jennifer Cooper ’21
Fractional CMO
Evolution Marketing for Homebuilders
With over 20 years of hands on marketing and client service experience across industries, Jennifer is results-oriented, creative and an analytical senior marketing professional. She…
Mike Coyle ’19
Former Sr VP of Global Sales
Jacobs Engineering Group
Former Senior Vice President of Global Sales with Jacobs – Mike has over 30 years of experience in the global Engineering and Construction industry, with…
Tim Craft ’21
Founder & President
Craft Companies
Tim Craft is the Founder of Craft Companies. Dedicated to community creation, the team is active in master planned developments, conservation communities, multifamily, and commercial…
Gregory Davis ’19
Sr. Director of Connections Experience
Zillow Group
Senior Director of Connections Experience & Site Leader for Zillow Group – Gregory is a highly regarded professional, offering over 18 years of Real Estate…
Lita Dirks ’22
CEO
Lita Dirks & Co
Lita Dirks, CEO & Principal of Lita Dirks & Co., is an award-winning, nationally recognized leader in model home merchandising. Lita’s contributions to the industry…
Philip Eidenschink ’22
Founder and CEO
Peak Staffing Group
Philip Eidenschink, CSP is the founder of PSG Colorado, aka PEAK Staffing and PEAK Signing Group, supporting local builders, builder associates and other industries all…
Michelle Ellis ’21
Owner & Chief Strategist
Ellis Communications Marketing
Michelle Ellis is the principal at Ellis Communications Marketing and a veteran communications professional with more than 20 years of experience in local, regional and…
Tanner Fanello ’22
President & Principal
Fuller Real Estate
Tanner Fanello brings more than 15 years of experience in management, sales leadership and business development to his role as president of Fuller Real Estate….
Leah Fellows ’22
Founder & President
Blue Gypsy Inc.
Leah Fellows, a national online sales counselor trainer for the new home building industry, has worked in New Home Sales for 15 years. First as…
George Gastis ’22
Owner & Founder
Grow + Gather
George Gastis Founder / Owner / Operator Grow + Gather / The Feedery George has spent the majority of his 29 year career as a…
Patrick Goodnow ’22
Market Manager
Millennuim
Patrick is a proven people and business growth development leader specializing in extensive growth by applying people development, sales, distribution, and customer service knowledge. He…
Kami Guildner ’21
Founder & Host of Extrodinary Women Radio
Kami Guildner Coaching
Kami Guildner believes women’s voices matter. She is a connector. A storyteller. A business coach for women. Kami’s entrepreneurial journey was sparked by the breath…
Angela Harris ’22
CEO & Principal
TRIO Design
Angela Harris is an American interior designer, product designer, CEO, mother, and industry board member. As CEO and Principal of TRIO, her renowned interior architecture…
Tasha L. Jones ’22
President & Founder
LV Jones Consulting, LLC
Tasha Jones, President and Founder for LV Jones Consulting, drives diversity marketing strategy and campaigns for inclusive company brands. Ms. Jones leads in developing world-class…
Teri Karjala ’21
Transformational Life Strategist
Talking with Teri
Teri Karjala, is a Transformational Life Strategist, the founder of Creative Counseling Center and Talking With Teri, best-selling author of Be The Magic of You:…
David Lemnah ’21
President
Lokal Homes
David Lemnah is the president of Lokal Homes, a private homebuilder based in Englewood, CO. Beginning his career in supply chain management at PricewaterhouseCoopers, he then spent…
Linda Appel Lipsius ’22
Executive Director
Denver Urban Gardens
I am currently the Executive Director of Denver Urban Gardens (DUG). Started in 1985, DUG is one of the country’s largest community garden organizations with…
Hilary Masell Oswald ’19
Editor at Large
5280 Home Magazine
Editor of 5280 Home – Hilary has covered the Mile High City’s built environment for more than 12 years. She’s an advocate for smart and…
Joan Miller ’19
Sr. VP for Global Strategy & Sales
CH2M
Former Senior Vice President for Global Strategy & Sales – Joan retired in December 2016 after a 37-year career at CH2M, a global engineering/construction company….
Asa Moncada ’21
Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Taylor Morrison
Asa Moncada is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Taylor Morrison in Denver, responsible for the strategic direction, vision, growth and performance of…
Matthew Napier ’22
Vice President of Land Acquisition
Tripointe Homes
Matthew Napier has been in the Denver homebuilding and residential development industry for close to a decade. He started his career doing land acquisitions and…
Alisa Poncher ’21
National Director of Internet Sales
Taylor Morrison
As a national online sales trainer, dynamic speaker, and change agent on the cutting edge of internet sales, New Home Sales and Training is Alisa…
Christina Presley ’19
Founder & CEO
Epic Homes
Founder/CEO of Epic Homes – Christina “Chris” is an experienced home building executive. Having served as the Division President for a large national builder in…
Tamra Ryan ’22
CEO
Women's Bean Project
Tamra Ryan is the CEO of Women’s Bean Project, a social enterprise that provides transitional employment, while operating a food manufacturing business, to women attempting…
Scott Sinelli ’21
Division President
David Weekley Homes
Scott Sinelli brings more than 25 years of home building experience to his role as Division President in Denver. Prior to joining David Weekley Homes,…
Lina Stinnett ’19
Regional VDC Director
JE Dunn Construction
Associate AIA & West Region Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Director for JE Dunn Construction – Lina was chosen as one of the “Top 40…
Damian Story ’22
Division President
Epic Homes
Damian Story is a native Coloradan who enjoys being active. He is married, has one son, spends his free time hanging out with family, grabbing…
Scott Thorson ’19
COO
Oakwood Homes
Chief Operating Officer with Oakwood – Scott’s 35-year career includes years spent at Trammell Crow Residential and as Sr. Regional President for the South Atlantic…