MEET OUR TEAM
It takes passion and perseverance to transform lives, and at His Heart Foundation, we have both! Learn more about our dynamic staff who make a difference every day…
MEET OUR TEAM
It takes passion and perseverance to transform lives, and at His Heart Foundation, we have both! Learn more about our dynamic staff who make a difference every day…
As a dentist, Dany believes in the power of early prevention and has grown his dental practices into a national group. With a passion for serving, Dr. Tse has had a wide range of experiences involving various evangelical organizations. While volunteering as the Director of the mobile health care program for Medical Teams International, Dany saw a great need for quality health care. Dany is grateful to his wife Debbie for her help and support in founding the organization, without her HHF would have never come into being.
Ken was born and raised in Hood River, Oregon. After becoming a Christian in high school, Ken attended college at Oregon State in Corvallis, OR, where he received a BS in accounting and an MBA. Ken has always been interested in serving a church or Christian agency in an administrative/operational role and looks forward to using his skills and abilities in service to His Heart Foundation. “I am excited to see the role HHF plays in the lives of youth and adults toward mental wellness and health. God is leading and guiding HHF to provide hope for people in need and it’s an exciting place to be right now.”
Pastor Neal Curtiss and his wife, Julie, have been married for 45 years and in ministry together even longer. They are blessed with 10 children and 24 grandchildren. Neal was born and raised in Southern California while Julie is a native of Battle Ground, Washington. Neal has dedicated his life to ministry since the age of 18 and served as a Senior Pastor for 35 years. He completed his master’s degree in Exegetical Theology from Western Seminary.
A University of Washington School of Social Work alumnus and graduate of the University of Michigan’s Master of Social Work (MSW) program, Kathryn brings experience working in both student support services and classroom instruction. Having flourished under mentorship throughout her life, she is excited to encourage the development of young hearts and minds in her work to further the mission and reach of MentorSuccess™.
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Amber owns at least three umbrellas of various fun designs. She loves her community and has a passion for connecting people with resources. Her own mental health journey has created a compassionate desire to help others become the best they can be. She has the heart of volunteerism and servanthood, and enjoys partnering with local organizations to offer support or collaboration.
Jenny graduated from Portland State University with a Bachelor’s in Social Science and a Master’s in School Counseling. While serving in public education since 2005 in the areas of special education and school counseling, Jenny has enjoyed teaching social/emotional learning lessons and building a meaningful rapport with those around her. She loves helping students discover their strengths, needs and unique value. Jenny serves at her church and lives in Vancouver with her husband and two sons.
Autumn brings experience and schooling in various ministries such as Youth With A Mission and Christrain Crusades for Christ where she developed a heart for people and their testimonies of the goodness of God and His salvation in their lives. Autumn serves at her church, Heritage NW, and lives in Vancouver with her two daughters. She is delighted by the opportunity to continue learning and coming alongside those pursuing mental wellness.
Cynthia graduated from Boise State University with a BA in Business Administration in Accounting. Cynthia works at her local church as a bookkeeper and is actively involved with her husband at a non-profit marriage ministry. They believe that Christ-centered families and healthy marital relationships benefits both our relationship with God and the growth of the church. His Heart’s mission fits with her family mission and she is excited to use her gifts to serve.
Dale brings a wealth of marketing, sales, and management experience to His Heart Foundation. An innovative and creative leader, he is a co-founder of MentorSuccess™. With experience in Education, Healthcare, Industrial Manufacturing & Distribution, Telecommunications, and Supply Chain. Dale recently completed his master’s degree in Education at Warner Pacific University. His enthusiasm and energy have served him well, as he continues to coach high school basketball at Jefferson High School (Portland, OR).
MEET OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
As a dentist, Dany believes in the power of early prevention and has grown his dental practices into a national group. With a passion for serving, Dr. Tse has had a wide range of experience involving various evangelical organizations. While volunteering as the Director of the mobile health care program for Medical Teams International, Dany saw a great need for quality health care. Dany is grateful to his wife Debbie for her help and support in founding the organization, without her HHF would have never come into being.
Barb is a former board member of a private K-8 school in Illinois and served as volunteer coordinator for a dynamic growing ministry through her church in Illinois. Barb has her undergrad and master’s degree in Education and masters in biblical counseling from Westminster Seminary in Philadelphia. She currently leads women in the study of God’s Word. Barb and her husband have three adult children and live in northern Florida.
In his work as an ophthalmologist, Dr. Stevens has come to understand the value of good vision for his patients’ physical and mental well-being. Nathan serves many rural communities in southern Colorado and northern New Mexico through satellite clinics and local community hospitals. He has been active in short-term medical missions work in Guatemala for many years, often bringing his family to serve alongside him. He is honored to serve on the board at His Heart.
Sandra Yager, a native of Argentina received her degree as Professor of Mathematics from CONSUDEC in Argentina. Sandra moved to the US at the age of twenty-two after marrying Mr. Yager, a Vancouver native. They are the parents of two lovely young women. In 2000, Sandra grew the Hockinson School District to offer K–12 education. In 2011, Sandra accepted the position of Superintendent of the Hockinson School District. Then after twenty-five years in public education, God called Sandra to Cornerstone Christian Academy for Learning & Leadership (CCALL). As Superintendent, Sandra openly shares her love for Jesus Christ, family, and education. Sandra works with the board, community, and national leaders, to design, roll out, and reproduce an innovative Christian school.
Dr. Leung currently serves as the director of Clinical Services at OHSU, in Portland, Oregon. Being fluent in Vietnamese, Cantonese, Mandarin and Laotian, Dr. Leung is also the director of the Indochinese Psychiatry Program and has special interests in cross-cultural psychiatry. After completing his psychiatry residency at OHSU, Dr. Leung has been board certified in psychiatry since 1989. He is looking forward to using his experience to serve the team at His Heart Foundation.
Anne-Marie has a diverse background of professional experience in community planning, organizational effectiveness, and people development as well seven years in full-time ministry. In addition to the His Heart Foundation Board, Anne-Marie serves on the board of Arize Together, a ministry dedicated to creating intentional community for women graduating from sexual exploitation and addiction recovery programs. Anne-Marie is pursuing a masters in biblical counseling from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA. She and her husband live in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
MEET OUR EMERITUS LEADERSHIP
Jerry Willbur’s extensive experience in the corporate world includes: being a senior executive for over twenty years at two Fortune 500 companies, S.C. Johnson, and The ServiceMaster Company. He’s a published author, best known for his award-winning research in the field of mentoring, and is currently on the advisory board for the University of New Mexico’s Mentoring Institute.
As the son of an anesthesiologist and a registered nurse, Armand grew up in a family where the world of health & medicine was on the forefront of discussions every night at the dinner table. These discussions led to Armand’s lifelong passion for mental wellness. With over 17 years of financial management experience, Armand loves devoting his leadership expertise to His Heart Foundation. As a follower of Jesus, Armand values the gift of helping people heal and grow as they experience the love of Christ.
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