About Us

Dan Salay

m2.0 Program Manager

I am originally from central Minnesota and studied Political Science and German at St. John's University. I also received a Master of Nonprofit Management from the University of Oregon.

I enjoy being on the water paddle boarding, rafting and swimming. I can often be found outside trail running, skiing, camping and backpacking around Utah in all seasons.

Shelise Davis

m2.0 Program Coordinator

I have worked with BBBSU for three years. I have also worked in the non-profit realm for four years, during which time I worked for the OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center and Catholic Community Services of Utah. I am currently getting my master’s in public health.

I decided to work for BBBSU because I firmly believe that primary prevention and working with children who need support and care can significantly impact their lives. I also wished I had a mentor who could have supported me as a high school student. I like to hike, paddleboard, play golf, travel, try new restaurants and hang out with my partner and dog.

Correna Hansen

m2.0 Program Coordinator

I am a Mentor2.0 Program Coordinator and have previously worked in helping coach early childhood educators. I decided to work for BBBSU because I have very powerful mentors that have helped shape me, and I have wanted to help support others. In my spare time, I like spending time with my family, baking and traveling.

Madeline Gibson

m2.0 Program Coordinator

I have been at BBBSU as a Mentor2.0 Program Coordinator for over two years, and have worked with teens for the last six years. I also have been a mentor to my own Little for two years!

I love being a part of the growth that happens while a young person is developing throughout their teenage years. In my free time, Madeline is an artist who paints and does printmaking. I also love the outdoors and spend my summers camping and backpacking and my winters skiing.

Emma Tucker

m2.0 Program Coordinator

I have been at BBBSU as a Mentor2.0 Program coordinator for the past year and a half! I have so much passion for this organization and its dedication to expanding the future of youth in our community. I am an avid crocheter, a beginner banjo player and love spending summers kayaking on Pineview Reservoir!

Eowyn Cassavugh

Site-Based Program Manager

Check back soon for a new biography about Eowyn!

Meghan Buxton

Site-Based Program Manager

Hi! I am a site-based program coordinator. I have worked for BBBSU for almost a year, and I volunteer as a mentor through Mentor2.0 as well. Big Brothers Big Sisters first came to my attention when I was teaching fifth grade in Alabama. When the opportunity to work with BBBSU arose in Utah, I was very eager to be a part of it because I had seen how much of a difference a volunteer's consistency in a child's life makes. Now I get to help inspire that impact firsthand! In my free time, I love to travel, read, ski and photograph events!

Shelby Coulter

Site-Based Program Manager

I joined BBBSU in March of 2024 as a site-based Program Coordinator, where I am dedicated to supporting and enhancing our site-based mentoring programs. Before joining BBBSU, I worked as a K-12 ESL Teacher for three years in Pittsburgh, PA, developing a deep understanding of the diverse needs of students and honing my skills in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments. I now hold an active teaching certification in Utah as well. I decided to work for BBBSU because I am passionate about working with youth in the community in a meaningful way and wanted to contribute to a nonprofit organization. The work we do connects people to vital community resources and creates lifelong relationships through mentorships that help youth succeed.

Outside of work, I love to read, hike, camp, picnic and just be outside. Whether it is exploring a new trail or enjoying a good book in the sun, being in nature is my favorite way to recharge and find inspiration.

Camille Jenkins

Community-Based Program Manager

I am the Community Based Program Manager and started working at BBBSU in October of 2019. I have a bachelor’s degree in social work from Utah State University (go Aggies!) and have worked in human services for the past 20 years. I wanted to work with BBBSU because I believe in the power of mentors. I was lucky to have several mentors growing up who helped me when I was younger and showed me how important volunteerism and mentorship is, and wanted to be part of an organization that shares that same passion.

I was born and raised in Utah as the oldest of six siblings. I am a stepmom to three amazing kids and an aunt to 15. In my free time I love crafting, spending time with my family and friends, playing board games, watching movies or hosting get togethers.

I love working at BBBSU and am passionate about the mission and vision of our organization. My favorite part of the job is the people I work with as well as hearing from our matches and seeing the positive impact that mentoring has had in their lives.

Rachal Milford

Big Futures Coordinator

I have been with BBBSU for seven years. I began as a Mentoring Specialist and last year added Big Futures Coordinator to my responsibilities. I worked in corporate America for several years before working for BBBSU. I volunteered as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for 10 years and served as the president of the Board of Trustees for a charter school where I utilized my business background to help improve education. Child advocacy has always called to me with a foundational belief that additional caring adults in children's lives benefits all of us. My favorite part about the work we do is seeing the unintended outcomes when a volunteer says, "I volunteered hoping to change a child's life for the better. I did not expect how much it would change mine for the better." I am a proud mother of three and we are an active, sporty family who love to snow ski, waterski and enjoy the great outdoors. I have a black belt in karate and am a marathoner.

Taylor Cole

Mentoring Coordinator - All Programs

I have worked for BBBS since 2020 and have worked in all programs. I have been matched with my Little Sister since 2022 and enjoy spending time with her often. BBBS’s mission is the core reason for Taylor volunteering and working with BBBSU, and I believe children deserve support in their community. I have seen countless lives change because of this program and know children can better reach their potential with a positive adult on their side. I enjoy playing with my two cats, reading, traveling and painting watercolors.

Maria Forrester

Billingual Enrollment Team Lead

I have been working with BBBSU since July 2017. I love helping my community, specifically children who are facing adversities. It is a great honor to help youth reach their full potential. I was a community-based mentor from 2021 to 2024 and loved it. I love to go hiking and going to the park with my dog.

Kim Domacilio

Enrollment Coordinator

Shout out to all the Bigs and the Littles and their families whom I have met since I started working with BBBSU in 2023. My time as an Enroller and Match Specialist has been a fabulous and inspiring experience. I have met some of the most fabulous humans!

After working with students in state care in the Granite School District, I was drawn to BBBSU because of its mission to “create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.” I believe kiddos need an adult in their life who cares, who is a consistent friend and who is their personal cheerleader. With that kind of support, they can do great things. In the past I was lucky enough to work for the TRiO programs at SUU, Utah Tech and SLCC as an advisor and coordinator. During that time, I mentored youth with risk factors on accessing financial aid and higher education. Another part of my life was spent working with Residential Life at BYU as a Hall Advisor, overseeing and mentoring college freshmen. As for me, I love the color green, plants that do not die in my care, learning about science, creating art and spending time with my cute family and darling friends.

Giselle Sorinao

Bilingual Enrollment Coordinator

Yo hablo Español. I have worked for BBBSU since September 2023. I graduated from the University of Utah College of Social Work in 2022. I am currently a mentor for the BBBSU Kearns' Mentor2.0 program. I love working for BBBSU because their mission to empower children is inspiring to me. I find fulfillment seeing the impact of mentorship happen every day. Fun fact: I have been to the Era's Tour three times, and I love hiking.

Nancy Velasco

Bilingual Enrollment Coordinator

It is a privilege to be part of a national agency with a mission to make a difference in today's world and in future generations. One of the most enriching moments for me are those shared with family and friends. I enjoy bike riding and the arts.

Kariann Atkin

Mentoring Stweardship & Support Team Lead

I have been working with BBBSU since January of 2012 when I started as an intern. I began my career as a Match Support Specialist, then became a satellite manager at the St. George location and currently work as the Match Support and Stewardship Team Lead. Prior to BBBSU, I worked for the Washington County School District. I have always thought that making a difference in the life of a child makes a great impact and I appreciate being able to support the development of match relationships and help participants reach their potential.

Personally, I am fiercely in love with my partner and love my children and grandchildren. I spend every minute I can with them creating opportunities and enjoying experiences. We are avid travelers, and we are always looking for the next grand adventure. Individually, I love to run, play cards and collect magnets from my travels. A fun fact about me is that I have been a certified soccer referee for 18 years. I currently referee, assign referees and have recently completed my national referee mentoring certification.

Ghada Abubatnain

Refugee Mentoring Support Coordinator

I studied at Amman Arab University and received a Master of Arts in management information systems. I began working at BBBSU in March of 2022. I love the feeling of being part of a great organization that makes a difference in kids' lives. I have been working with refugee women and children since 2000, through different international organizations.

I have lived in different countries for over 40 years. I love my family. All my kids are great. I enjoy cooking for my family and spending time with them, as well as nature and traveling. My favorite sports are hiking and horse-back riding.

Kellie Dougal

Refugee Mentoring Support Coordinator

I started working at BBBSU as the Refugee Mentoring Support Coordinator in 2024. I have previously worked in the non-profit sphere as an Education Program Manager helping to create and sustain refugee-led, trauma-informed programs in refugee camps throughout Africa. I wanted to work at BBBSU because I find my values align with the organization. Kellie wholeheartedly believes that refugees enrich the communities of their host country. I also believe that refugee youth deserve positive mentoring relationships after resettlement and during this integral time in their lives. I love to travel and learn about different cultures and backgrounds. I have been privileged enough to travel to many countries in Africa, Asia and Europe. I enjoy reading and spending time with my husband and their two daughters.

Mar Lindorff (They/ Them)

Bilingual Mentoring Support Coordinator

I have been a bilingual mentoring support coordinator at BBBSU for the last couple years. I am an advocate for our LGBTQ+ youth and families. I strive to uplift the youth of color in our community by listening to their stories and ideas. I have several years of experience working with adults and children with disabilities. I decided to work at BBBSU because I believe in its mission to ignite the potential of youth. I have seen so many matches reach goals and build meaningful relationships. I believe that the BBBSU community can be a safe and inclusive place for everyone.

I love swimming, playing video games and going to concerts. My spouse and I have three spunky cats and 20 fish in our aquarium. I enjoy spending time outdoors and any chance I get to go to a beach.

Suraya Medina

Bilingual Mentoring Support Coordinator

I have been at BBBSU since 2020 and work as a Bilingual Match Support Coordinator. I graduated with a bachelor’s in criminal justice from Utah Valley University. Before that I was a barber for nine years. I still enjoy doing both! I love working for BBBSU as I am passionate about our mission. Seeing youth in our communities build resilience and achieve their potential is rewarding. I enjoy being outdoors, traveling, dancing and am a foodie!