Meet Our Leadership Team!
Cindy Koza, CEO
Meet the Executive Director! Cindy Koza founded Rise & Shine Social Enterprise and manages the day-to-day operations. At the early age of 16, Cindy graduated high school early, became a CNA, and started college. After graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Philosophy from the University of Oregon, Cindy obtained her Graduate Certificate in Community Health from Portland University. Cindy has worked as a Community Health Worker for Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center, a Transitions Coordinator for the State of Oregon, as well as a Certified Behavior Specialist. Cindy takes a creative and positive approach to challenges and is always willing to help wherever she can.
When she’s not working, Cindy loves to spend time with her family, read as many books as she can get her hands on, and basically save the world whenever she can.
Directors of Operations
Nathan Mart
Katie Craig
Knowledge Parke
Directors of Programs
Michael Johnson
Garrett Tessier
Scott Eastburn
Dakota Licea
Human Resources Team
Paul Carlson
HR Director
Amy Townsend
Kaitlynn Davis