Our People are Our Greatest Asset

Persevere is made up of people who have experienced the failings of the criminal justice system firsthand and, as such, appreciate the struggle of rebuilding a life. Every member of the Persevere team is committed to and passionate about helping you succeed.

Meet Our Team

Persevere is made up of people who have experienced the failings of the criminal justice system firsthand and, as such, appreciate the struggle of rebuilding a life. Every member of the Persevere team is committed to and passionate about helping you succeed.

Alisa Malone

Chief Executive Officer

Stacey Books Director of Growth

Stacey Books

Senior Director of Growth

James Cox

Director of Education

Stephanie Morales

Program Manager Arizona

Brandis Leverette

Program Manager, Families First

Julie Landers

Program Manager, GA, SC, VA

Karen Walker

Director, Unlock Potential

Josh Huhnke Persevere Works Program manager

Josh Huhnke

Program Manager Persevere Works

Freda Herndon

Program Manager, Tech Alliance

Callie Unruh Arizona Program Manager

Callie Unruh

Program Manager, Arizona

Kris Steed Program Manager Nebraska

Kristena Steed

Program Manager, Nebraska

Allen Farmer

Youth Coordinator

Broderick Webster

Mental Health Counselor

Rachael Rawlings Volunteer Coordinator

Rachael Rawlings

Volunteer Coordinator

Nikole Thayne

Creative Director

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