Meet the Team

My name is Brittney and I am the Director at Next. I am here because I believe it is never too late to live your dreams, whatever they may be. At Next, our doors are open to any youth ready to move forward in life. We model healthy relationships, provide access to education, and connect youth with people and businesses in our community. I am proud to be a part of a team that values everyone. During my free time I enjoy backpacking in the mountains, exploring tidepools, watching and playing sports, and spending time with my family.

A quote that I believe in is “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
― Margaret Mead

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brittney.m@nextsuccess.org

My name is Sara and I am the Office Manager at Next. Supporting others so that they can reach their goals is my passion, and I am so excited to be part of an organization that helps young adults achieve their dreams. I work at the front desk, so keep an eye out for me and say hi!
When I'm not at work I enjoy reading, going on long walks with my dog, crocheting, trying out new board games and exploring the Pacific Northwest.

One of my favorite quotes is ``To love ourselves and support each other in the process of becoming real is perhaps the greatest single act of daring greatly`` - Dr. Brené Brown

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sara.a@nextsuccess.org

My name is Lyn, and I love being a part of Next. I really want to help young adults find direction and improve their lives. Outside of work I enjoy working out to feel strong, reading James Baldwin and Toni Morrison over and over, and getting together with my friends!

One of my favorite quotes is, ``To make a dream come true, the first requirement is a great capacity to dream; the second is persistence`` - Cesar Chavez

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lyn.l@nextsuccess.org

I’m Matt and I support students in making important decisions to help achieve their education and employment goals. At Next, I can help you with enrolling in the Open Doors program, understanding your transcripts, discussing the difference between a GED and a high school diploma, and creating a customized pathway to graduation. When I’m not at Next, you can find me on a playground with my toddler daughter or playing pool with friends.

My favorite quote is: “Don’t talk about it, be about it.” – Bob Burns

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matthew.s@nextsuccess.org

My name is Haley and my job is to help young people achieve their education goals and support them in taking the next step after graduation, whether that is college or a career. I’m an animal lover, I enjoy watching sports, and I love hanging out with my friends. When I’m not at work, I love spending time with my son.

One of my favorite quotes is, “Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become.” – Steve Jobs

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haley.h@nextsuccess.org

My name is Jenna and I work with the Open Doors program at Next. I support students on the road to academic success by implementing a plan to best fit each student's needs to accomplish their education goals. When I am not at work, I enjoy running outdoors, trying new restaurants, and spending time with my Pomeranian Niko.

One of my favorite quotes is, “If you have a dream, fight for it. It’s not about how many times you get rejected or you fall down or get beaten up. It’s about how many times you stand, are brave and keep on going.” – Lady Gaga

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jenna.m@nextsuccess.org

Hello! I’m Jackie and I am the Title 1 Program Manager. I am very excited to be part of Next. Working with youth and seeing participants succeed is something that I really enjoy. In my free time, I like to practice my calligraphy skills (I’m still learning!). I also like going on walks with my dog and watching sunsets.

One quote that I like is: No real social change has ever been brought about without a revolution ... revolution is but thought carried into action. - Emma Goldman

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jackie.w@nextsuccess.org

My name is Keely and I love assisting others to discover and embrace their best possible version of themselves. I left corporate healthcare management to live my own dream and have done that by being an educator, instructor and life-coach for the past 5 years.

I am a mom, grandma, wife, sister, daughter, team-member, musician, artist, writer, nature lover and above all, a life long learner. I am here to serve you in living your best life.

Favorite quote: ``Our history is not our destiny.`` - Alan Cohen

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keely.c@nextsuccess.org

Hi! I’m Natalie, a Talent Development Specialist at Next. I am excited to be working with an organization that is passionate about helping young people become successful. I have a passion for helping youth and young adults reach and achieve their goals that they set for themselves. During my free time I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my dog Cooper, riding my two horses and hanging out with my friends and family.

One of my favorite quotes is “Don’t count the days, make the days count” - Muhammad Ali

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natalie.k@nextsuccess.org

My goal as a Talent Development Specialist is to help young people in the pursuit of their goals by shedding light on their options and opportunities, and insight into what may not be obvious, although ultimately driven by the command of their own decisions and efforts, through my own education and life experiences, and effectively through the partners of Next. Keep going, we’re right here.

“When you saw only one set of footprints,
It was then that I carried you.” - from Footprints in the Sand

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Charlene.s@nextsuccess.org

Hi! My name is Nakeia, and I am a Talent Development Specialist here at Next. It's my passion to support and empower young adults in a way that uplifts them, while building on their individual strengths. As a mother of three (two who are young adults), this is something very close to my heart.
In my free time, I love to explore the beauty of nature with my husband, meditate, write/work on my novel, and bake...anything chocolate!
If I could leave each young adult with one take-away, it is this: You are SO much more powerful than you know!

My favorite quote: ``Be the change you wish to see in the world.`` - Mahatma Gandhi

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nakeia.m@nextsuccess.org

My name is Hunter, and I am thrilled to be a part of Next. My passion has always been to creatively help others find their own passions and achieve their dreams. On my off time, I enjoy creating music, getting immersed in a movie or a video game and cooking and baking comfort food from scratch.

``Life is a balance of fear and overcoming it.`` - Jimmy Iovine

(360) 890- 7766
hunter.g@nextsuccess.org