Meet Our Team
Richard Godsil
Founder & Executive Director
Over 40 years of working with youth and families, Richard has the experience, training and knowledge to help our communities.He has a degree in Youth Ministry and a Master’s degree in Family Development and Education.
This has allowed him to be a youth/family minister, a Fatherhood Coach, a Facilitator in Couples Communication, Marriage/Parenting seminars and was a member of the Colorado Governor’s Clergy Council.
Richard is the author of an interactive small group workbook, Building a Strong and Loving Family.
He is married to his high school sweetheart, Laurie (49 years) and they have three adult children and four grand-children.
Advisory Team
Shane T. Herbert
Shane T. Herbert, Esq.
Shane T. Herbert Law
Ashley Vallicott
LMHC
RTM Certified Therapist
Michael Collier
Real Estate Advisor
Steve McLean
President, WPmfg
Steve Vehrs
Executive Leadership
Chris Cobb, Phd
Christian Educator
Contact Us
Tel: 970-261-3773
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