Having worked in social services since 2001, Richard Ducatenzeiler is committed to exceptional leadership and comes to The Boulevard of Chicago with over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, specializing in human services and housing development. He recently served as the Executive Director of Franciscan Outreach and prior to that served as the Executive Director of North Side Housing and Supportive Services. As a Chicago native, he is committed to serving our city’s most vulnerable residents and making an impact toward ending homelessness in Chicago. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Chicago Continuum of Care and worked on the creation of the city’s original Plan to End Homelessness in 2002. 

Christy is the Managing Director, Control Officer Executive of Commercial Bank Oversight & Control for JPMorganChase in Chicago. She has an active record of Community Service, working as a Mentor for The Fellowship Initiative, and as an Executive Sponsor of WIN, Women's Interactive Network in Chicago. Christy holds a BS in Industrial Management from Purdue University.

Ania Labno is a Managing Director & Partner at the Boston Consulting Group’s Chicago office. She has worked across all health care sectors with a strong focus on payer/provider, value-based care, outcomes improvement, and analytics and digital-driven innovation. She has supported both commercial and public sector healthcare innovation and is passionate about addressing social determinants of health to ensure every person realizes the best possible outcome. 

Originally from the western suburbs of Chicago, Brit currently works as Vice President of Global Logistics and Fulfillment of Away, a travel lifestyle brand. He has held leadership and managerial roles in varied environments including corporate, field operations, nonprofits, and academia. Brit holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and a graduate degree from DePaul University. Brit brings experience working with homelessness initiatives and other philanthropic efforts in Chicagoland and southeastern Wisconsin.

Cynthia Barnard has three decades of experience in the fields of quality improvement, patient safety, medical staff affairs, clinical research, developing healthcare information systems for operational support, and strategic planning. Currently, she is a Vice President at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where her responsibilities include patient safety, accreditation and regulatory compliance, medical ethics, and patient satisfaction measurement for the hospital.  

Joanna is a principal investor on Baird Capital’s Venture Capital team, focusing on technology and services investments. She earned a BS in Management and International Business from Indiana University and holds an MBA from The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School with majors in Finance and Entrepreneurship.

Mark Bourdenko is a Principal with The Chartis Group. At Chartis, Mark has served leading healthcare organizations across a range of strategic planning initiatives in topics such as value-based care, partnerships, post-acute care, and community health equity. Mark is a South Side resident, and has been involved with the city’s nonprofit and community-based organizations in a number of professional and volunteer roles. Mark holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business as well as a BA in economics and political science from the University of Chicago.

Veronica has volunteered at The Boulevard for over 20 years including two terms as Board President, as well as several years on its Executive Committee, and currently serves as chair of the Human Resources Committee, co-chair of the Board Membership Committee and a member of the Development Committee. After an extensive administrative and human resources career in legal and financial services firms in both New York City and Chicago, she earned a doctorate in Adult and Continuing Education and currently serves as an Academic Advisor and Adjunct Faculty member at DePaul University's School for Continuing and Professional Studies. In addition, she is Board Vice Present of The GhostLight Theatre, a non-profit in Southwest Michigan.

Patricia is an independent healthcare strategist focused on driving healthcare program innovation through strategy and analytics. Previously, she served as the Director, Provider Insights and Experience with UnitedHealthcare. She brings a demonstrated record of healthcare-specific research and marketing experience to The Boulevard. She holds a MBA, Marketing, from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, and a BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan.

Nancy is one of the founders of The Boulevard. She served on the original steering committee and the first Board of Directors; Chairing the Board of Directors from 1998-2002 and completing her Board term in 2004. She received a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois-Chicago and holds undergraduate degrees from the University of Iowa and the University of Charleston (W. VA).

Deana, a Chicago native and real estate executive, has led global and domestic transformative business initiatives and strategic projects for high-profile clients and multi-national corporations throughout her career. She has worked with a number of organizations across industries, including technology, financial services, insurance, consumer goods, public sector, and non-profit, among others. Dedicated to serving the community, Deana serves on the board of several local non-profits focused on homelessness and affordable housing. She earned an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Troy Jackson is a former client of The Boulevard. She has successfully completed the program and has kept the standard of determination and excellence and further succeeds in life. She is a graduate of Western Illinois University with a bachelor's degree in Business and a minor in English. She is a problem-solver, eager, trusting and very capable in every endeavor she pursues. She is a great and important asset to the Board in helping us to understand the homeless situation that our clients face on a day-to-day basis on the road to recovery.

Stan is a Past President of The Boulevard Board of Directors and current Chair of the Advisory Council. He is a Principal with the Cavanaugh Consulting Group and has been a Health Care IT Strategist for 30+ years specializing in population health management. Stan holds an MBA in Finance from Northeastern University, Boston.  

Dr. Milbrook has more than 20 years of clinical experience with adults, families and youth in various settings. Dr. Milbrook currently serves as Chief Program Officer at Youth Guidance, a youth serving organization that believes no matter what challenges a young person faces, they are more likely to succeed when they have many caring adults in their lives. Youth Guidance’s highly trained staff works directly with schools, parents and families to meet kids where they are—physically within schools, socially and emotionally—and help them break cycles of violence, overcome life and academic obstacles, make positive choices, and remain on the right path towards life success. In addition to that, Dr. Milbrook teaches adjunct at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, provides consulting services, and sees clients in a network practice.

Dr. Chantel M. Moore is a Quality Practice Manager, at the Society of Vascular Surgery, focusing on the physician practice portfolio. She has more than 14-years of healthcare experience in accreditation, quality improvement, and research. Dr. Moore earned a BA in International Business from North Central College; Master of Management in Nonprofit Administration from North Park University; and a PhD in Values Driven Leadership from Benedictine University.

Mary Ann O’Reilly is an executive nurse attorney with a rich background in healthcare law. She received her BS in Nursing from University of Illinois and her Juris Doctorate and Masters of Healthcare Law from DePaul University. Following an extensive career in professional liability defense litigation, Mary Ann’s career pivoted to hospital risk management and Patient safety with a focus on high reliability organization solutions to prevent harm. Mary Ann’s prior volunteer commitment has involved her work with the original Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and other kids’ oncology camp organizations. Mary Ann continues her work with Chicago’s Camp One Step where she participates as a counselor and a member of the Medical Advisory Council.

Maureen Pike is the Director of Social and Clinical Care Integration at Trinity Health, a national health system committed to serving those experiencing poverty and other vulnerabilities. She has strategically integrated health care and community-based social service organizations to meet the needs of vulnerable populations and to support evolving health care business imperatives on local and national levels. Prior to joining Trinity Health, she was a Director of Evidence-Based Health Initiatives at the YMCA of the USA, supporting YMCAs across the country to scale and sustain health programs and partnerships. She holds a MBA from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, a MPH from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and a BSN from Kent State University College of Nursing.

Jeremy F. Stump is a Principal at the investment firm of Lightspring Capital Partners in Chicago. He holds a MBA from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business, and a BS in Finance from Butler University. Jeremy has an extensive history on The Boulevard’s Board of Directors, including tenures on the Executive and Development Committees.

Sarah is a Senior Presidential Scheduling Manager with the American Bar Association, where she provides counsel and support to the presidential officers of the ABA. She earned a B.A. from Marshall University’s W. Page Pitt School of Journalism & Mass Communications, and is also involved with the Delta Zeta Chicago Alumnae Chapter and Tree House Humane Society.  

Monique is the Senior Director of Investments at Chicago Beyond, an impact investing organization focused on youth equity. She holds a BA from Harvard University, an MA in Childhood Education from the City University of New York, and an MBA from The Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania.

Melissa (Missy) S. Barrett, MA, CFRE, Chief Development Officer, joined The Boulevard's staff in January 2023. Missy has over two decades of philanthropy experience having worked across a wide spectrum of non-profit organizations in the realms of education, social service, and healthcare. She has a strong background in collaborative leadership and interpersonal communication and is deeply committed to working within organizations that serve those who are facing a difficult journey.

Andre Cosey, Director of Resident Life Services, joined The Boulevard team in November of 2021. He has over 20 years of providing shelter services, along with permanent supportive housing and scattered site housing. In his role with shelter services, he has always been a part of the leadership team, developing case management services, recruitment services, permanent housing placements and supportive services.

Mr. Cosey has a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.

April R. Emory, LSW, MSW, MHS, Director of Health & Housing Services, joined The Boulevard's staff in November 2021. She has 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, and children as an agent of support, guidance, and change in leadership roles. Her professional life includes a commitment to serving the needs of those most vulnerable in the community. Previously, she served as Director of Business Development at Physician Care Clinic.

Ms. Emory graduated from Chicago State University with a master's degree in Social Work and Governors State University with a master's degree in Health Science.

Anais Fuentes, Director of Supportive Services, has more than ten years of experience working for non-profit organizations and vulnerable populations. She began working at The Boulevard in 2017 and has been promoted twice during her tenure. Previously, Anais worked as a mental health professional for Pilsen Wellness Center. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Roosevelt University and is currently enrolled in a master’s program for Industrial Organizational Psychology.

Kenyetta Jackson, CPA, Chief Financial Officer, has more than two decades of for-profit and not-for-profit financial experience. Ms. Jackson served on the staff of the Interfaith Council of the Homeless as a fiscal associate from 1994-1996, at which time she joined The Boulevard staff. Ms. Jackson was named Director of Finance in 1997 and CFO in 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from North Central College.

Jacquelyn Tyndal, Business Manager, joined The Boulevard’s staff in October 2019. She has 8 years of non-profit experience in fundraising and database management. Prior to coming to The Boulevard, Ms. Tyndal was an Event Manager for Auction & Event Solutions, working with more than 30 non-profit organizations a year on their fundraising events. She earned a B.A. in European History and a B.S. in Biology from the University of St. Francis.

Michelle McCollough, MBA, Director of Finance, began her career at The Boulevard of Chicago in October 2020. She has approximately 17 years of financial experience in the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. Prior to arriving at The Boulevard, Ms. McCollough worked with UCAN, Charter Schools of the Dunes, Harris Bank, and Canonwill/Division of Aon. In these previous leadership roles, she oversaw and managed budgets between $4M - $46M. Ms. McCollough received her MBA from American InterContinental University (AIU) and also studied at NIU and Roosevelt University.

Sydney Edens, Marketing Communications & Volunteer Coordinator, joined the Boulevard’s staff in March 2021. Prior to coming to the Boulevard, Sydney worked as an Account Executive at Lukas Partners, where she executed public relations strategies for a variety of clients. She received a B.S. in Communication from the University of Nebraska Omaha.

Juan Guzman, IT Specialist, joined The Boulevard's staff in November 2021. Juan, a solutionist by nature, has worked in the IT field for 7+ years, with experience in IT administration, IT operations, and technical support. Prior to coming to The Boulevard, Juan worked for several Fortune 500 companies, including Ulta Beauty, Morton Salt, and Northwest Insurance.

Linda Maraba has more than twenty-five years of development experience and joined The Boulevard’s staff in April 2019. Previously, she worked with the National Latino Education Institute, Little Sisters of the Poor, the American Dietetic Association Foundation, the National Safety Council and several other not-for-profit organizations in the Chicago area. Linda received a B.S. in Education from Loyola University.