We Are WomenVenture
We would not be able to deliver our high-impact programs and services were it not for our dedicated and talented staff. They are passionate believers in the economic power of small business ownership. In addition, we are guided by a devoted and skilled Board of Directors. The collective wisdom and resources of this group contribute directly to the success of the clients we serve.
Staff
LeeAnn Rasachak
She/Her. Leads a dedicated team of more than 25 staff and approximately 200 volunteers. The CEO is responsible for strategic vision and managerial oversight for philanthropy, finance, lending, programs, communications, external and community relations.
Zuzu Allaback
She/Her. Provides CRM Management, data reporting & analytics, and technology support. Yogi, quilter-in-training, midwesty.
Addie Arnold
She/Her. Provides technical and operational support and management, and enjoys classic Minnesota activities!
Jessica Clark
She/Her. Builds relationships with individuals to generate financial support for WomenVenture's mission of empowering entrepreneurs.
Emily Conroy
She/Her. The CPCXO is the connective tissue across training, development, and business consulting services for WomenVenture clients. Fundamental to this leadership position is developing a deep understanding of the client entrepreneurship journey, technical assistance needs, and business consulting opportunities.
Tammy Dahlvang
She/Her. Consults with pre-loan clients and non-loan clients to train and support them in developing accounting systems and procedures. Loves jokes, sunshine, my family and good ideas!
Karla Dross
She/Her. Leads the finance, lending and consulting teams. Liaison to Board Finance and Credit Committees.
Nancy Evans
She/Her. Assist clients with loan applications, uploading documents, and connecting them to loan officers. Works on loan documentation and follow up with clients.
Lily Griffin
She/Her. Leads the planning of WomenVenture brand key events. Creative, compassionate, and committed.
Kiara Hollie-Sessions
She/Her. Works with clients in their early stages of growth, and directs them on the best path to pursue with WomenVenture.
Jess Jellings
She/Her. Provides organization-wide communications assistance to support WomenVenture's mission of empowering entrepreneurs.
Maliza Kalema
She/Her. As lead trainer, Maliza focuses on organizational business course development and the long range planning and implementation of WomenVenture by producing in-person and web-based training courses, curriculum, videos, photos, and other industry-leading content.
Dolores Karan
She/Her. Responsible for recruiting, training and retaining highly skilled volunteers to execute Women Venture’s mission and Vision.
Talia King
She/Her. Loan officer supporting clients in business development, growth, training, funding resources, and networking opportunities.
Marina Kuloverov
She/Her. Works with both the finance and loan teams, making sure all the bills are paid on time. Loves working with people and helping them with their financial needs.
Deanna Lang
She/Her. Provides day-to-day administrative support and event planning for LeeAnn Rasachak, CEO. Yogi, bookworm, dog lover.
Andra Lindquist
She/Her. Develop, manage, and supervise excellent training programs for our clients
David Louiselle
He/Him. Loan Officer dedicated to making a difference in clients’ lives by seamlessly executing both simple and complex transactions.
Katie Messerli
She/Her. Provides training and support to child care businesses, both start-up and existing, to improve business practices and strengthen operations.
Rosemarie Ndupuechi
She/Her. Oversees WomenVenture's advancement, marketing and communications efforts.
Pshorrwon Pshorr
He/Him. Supports administrative financial functions and budgets. Supporter of Small Business.
Jasmine Robinson
She/Her. Works with the loan team, reviews applications, underwrites loans, and recommends loans for approval to Loan Committee. Fierce Wakandan Warrior.
Bill Stelle
Helping WomenVenture and our clients build bridges between who we are and who we want to be. Recreational Athlete, Volunteer, Husband, #GirlDad
Jamie Travis
She/Her. Lending Specialist working to provide clients with an excellent loan experience and post-close business support.
Diane Vollrath
She/Her. Consults with loan and non-loan clients to train and support them in developing and recording their accounting activities for reporting purposes. Loves the outdoors, food, and creativity!
Kendra Wilson
She/Her. Kendra assists WomenVenture with all things HR after 20 years in the industry! She also works as a real estate agent in Florida, where she lives with her daughter.
Jane Zilch
She/Her. Leads women entrepreneurs to improve their skills and confidence in analyzing and managing the finances of their businesses, especially to generate rapid growth.
Officers
Aruna Nookala
Carla Pavone
Alyson Van Dyk
Sara Kaufman
Board Members
AJ Austerman
He/Him
Lindsay Bickler
She/Her
Derek Burgess
He/Him
Rebecca Cooper
She/Her
Kristen Denzer
She/Her
Anna Dosen-Hicks
She/Her
Nicole Dunham
She/Her
Maria Kochiras
She/Her
Lisa Kramer Rodacker
She/Her
Gemma Kubat
She/Her
Laura Lonsdale
She/Her
Jessi Miller
She/Her
Robyn Saphir
She/Her
Nelima Sitati Munene
She/Her
Aimee Stolt
She/Her
Pang Xiong
She/Her