President
Shirley Martinez
Shirley Martinez, a military veteran with over 20 years of service, is the Director of Multicultural Outreach for Pikes Peak Library District, President of multiple organizations, and an award-winning advocate for diversity and accessibility, currently completing her doctoral dissertation.
Vice President
Teressa Hill
Teressa Hill, a long-time Southborough resident, holds a Bachelor’s in Social Work from the University of Southern Colorado and has over 27 years of experience in public housing management, currently serving as a Housing Specialist for the Colorado Springs Housing Authority.
Treasurer
Veronica Frias
Veronica Frias, a 20-year Colorado Springs resident and Pikes Peak Diversity Council Board Treasurer, is the Business Manager for Divine Redeemer Catholic Parish & School, with a professional background in process management, engineering, and business development.
Communications.
Earl Schaffer Jr.
Minister Earl Schaffer Jr., a Baltimore native and Colorado Springs resident, is an active community leader serving as a board member of the Pikes Peak Diversity Council, founder of the Colorado Springs Community Choir, and associate minister and minister of music at Journey Bible Based Church.
Board Members
Administration/Membership/Logistics
Kimberly Reese
Kimberly Reese, Administrative Assistant for CSU Extension El Paso County, has held key roles in organizations like the Pikes Peak Diversity Council, MLK Legacy Preservation Society, COS Community Choir, and JBBC Music Ministry.
Board Member
Eric Estrada
I am a progressive, innovative, and decisive leader, known for translating senior leadership vision into actionable plans and guiding multi-functional teams effectively.
Youth Director
Nicholas Crutcher
Nicholas Crutcher, Youth Director for the Pikes Peak Diversity Council and CEO of Crutcher Cornerstone Movement, has over two decades of nonprofit experience and holds degrees in Communication and History with a focus on the Africana Diaspora from Western Illinois University.
Board Member
Cynthia Camble
Cynthia Camble, a Senior Executive Consultant with over 25 years of experience, is the Founder of Loving Our Children and CEO of CC Ink, specializing in compliance, capacity building, and advocacy against human trafficking, with recognition from the Obama administration for her work in combating homelessness.