Hi everyone! My name is Haley, and I am the Director here at Next. I have had the pleasure of being a part of the Next family in different roles and Next is truly where my heart and passion is! I enjoy providing oversight to the programming and staff here at Next, and love seeing our young adults reach their goals. My favorite thing about Next is all of the services that we can provide and the amazing team we have here! Outside of work I stay busy coaching my son's sports teams, I love cooking, and cheering for the Seahawks.
My Favorite Quote:
``The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart`` - Helen Keller
haley.h@nextsuccess.org
Haley Hansen
Hi there! I'm Christy, the Office Manager at Next. I am thrilled to be a member of this fantastic team of individuals who are dedicated to providing young adults with the chance to shape and create a future they can take pride in. I am active in organizational management, social media platforms, and will soon be helping to oversee our onsite GED testing program supported by partner, PAX Learning Center.
I have resided in Vancouver for the last five years and am a proud mom of four kids in their twenties. Currently, two are pursuing higher education—one at Clark and the other at WSU—so they keep me well-informed about the latest trends. I enjoy the mountains, fall weather, spending time at Disneyland, indulging in roller coasters, playing Skyrim, and I am currently in the process of designing a steampunk-themed office at home that reflects the essence of my persona as an airship captain! Little secret – you never really grow up completely.
My Favorite Quote:
“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” – Christopher Robin
christy.w@nextsuccess.org
Christy Wilkens
Hello all! My name is Allora Maxey, and I am a Business Navigator at Next. I moved here recently from Olympia, so I am still getting to know the area. I will take any and all recommendations on restaurants or fun things to do! I have really enjoyed the warm and inviting space that Next has created. I think that Next has a great mission and good people that do their best to help this community.
I really enjoy my role as Business Navigator because I get to talk to others about their life goals. I like being creative in how to help others achieve those goals. I love to be able to help customers create a positive professional identity that is true to who they are.
Outside of work, you can usually find me playing games of all types. I am typically playing video games or board games. Even though games have my heart, I have a wide range of interests and love learning about new things.
My Favorite Quote is a story in symbolism:
``Rather than waiting out the storm or running away from the storm, the Bison charges into the storm, taking it head-on and running right through it.``
Be a buffalo!
allora.m@nextsuccess.org
Allora Maxey
Hey! My name is Ryan and I’m the Outreach Specialist at Next for Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties. I love being able to give back to the community that I was raised in and help the youth and young adults eliminate barriers and evolve as human beings! My favorite thing about Next is that we get to use a holistic approach with our youth and young adults, with the intentions of deeper healing, as we coach them toward quality jobs and careers!
Outside of work I am a spoken word poet and conscious hip hop artist. I am also a father of three beautiful children. I enjoy sports, working out, gaming, and watching movies!
My Favorite Quote:
“I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.”
-Booker T. Washington
ryan.r@nextsuccess.org
Ryan Ritenburgh
Ha'im Sharif
Hi, my name is Isabella, and I am a Career Coach at NEXT. I’m looking forward to supporting youth in reaching their education and career goals. That includes breaking down barriers and connecting youth to support services they need to succeed. I appreciate that NEXT has cultivated a space and community where people can feel safe to be their authentic selves.
In my free time I enjoy exploring new food carts and coffee shops around the metro area. At home I love watching animated movies and playing games on my Nintendo Switch.
My Favorite Quote:
“It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices.” -Albus Dumbledore from Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Isabella Acevedo
Hi, my name is Jered and I am a Career Coach at NEXT. I am thrilled to be part of this amazing team.
Prior to my time here I worked as a Technology Navigator assisting and educating individuals in all aspects of computers with the goal of boosting their skills and using those skills to secure good jobs.
I live to serve my community and will continue to find new ways to do so. In my free time I love spending time and traveling to fun outdoor destinations with my wife and daughter. I’m also obsessed with superhero movies and hip hop.
My Favorite Quote:
“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind” - The Great Dr. Suess
jered.k@nextsuccess.org
Jered Kurth
Hello, I'm Megan! I went to Eastern Washington University and received my degree in social work. I have a passion for helping others! Whether it's helping you set goals or just being there as a cheerleader, I'm your person! I'm excited to collaborate and help inspire youth through Next Success. I love that Next has so many opportunities and encourages growth. I look forward to meeting so many diverse people and helping along the way!
Outside of work I love makeup, coffee, friends, and my cat, Olive! I also enjoy exploring the PNW and finding new places to eat at! I can usually be found trying something new to try to spark my creativity.
My favorite quote:
``I knew you were light as soon as you graced my presence. And my flowers began blooming one by one as if they'd seen the sun.`` -leo
megan.s@nextsuccess.org
Megan Schutts
Hi, my name is Kella! I enjoy inspiring youth to follow their dreams and letting them know that anything is possible when you are dedicated to letting your passion drive your success! My favorite thing about working at Next is the feeling of inclusiveness. Everyone has a purpose and meaning, and it is our privilege to support that.
Outside of work, I enjoy the WNBA, crafts, nature and my four cats!
My Favorite Quote is:
``Love isn't just a feeling, it’s something we do and a promise we keep.`` - Brandi Carlile
kella.s@nextsuccess.org
Kella Steele
Partners at Next
Alex has been a program manager for Clark College in the past and is an effective leader. Alex is committed to the outcomes of each student.
Alex Herrboldt
I was am associate professor teaching in GED and English as a second language courses for 16 years. I wasn't always a teacher. I never went to high school. I earned a GED at age 19 while serving in the military. Later in life, I earned my first college degree at age 41, and a bachelor's degree at age 47. I learned I liked to teach and went on to earn a master's degree in education so I could teach. I share this because no matter what you've done, or where you have been and are at, your future is not written. I love teaching GED classes because it is so awesome to see people discover they can learn and then see doors open right in front of their eyes.
Paul Vasquez
Tyler Monk is a first-generation college graduate, entrepreneur. He grew up in the inner-city of Portland, OR where he struggled academically throughout high school. It wasn’t until he was 16 that Tyler realized his potential to be a high-level athlete. His first passion was basketball and he used the sport to earn a full-ride scholarship to play in college. He began his college journey in Bakersfield, CA then later graduated from Central Washington University with a degree in management and leadership theory. After graduating, Tyler worked for the Boys & Girls Club of SW Washington, and was the Site Director of GEAR UP at Hudson's Bay High School.
In 2017, Tyler launched his Inspirational story-telling company —The Underdog Mentality. Tyler believes that “You can love people without leading them, but you cannot lead people without loving them. Tyler has partnered with Next Success since 2018.
The Underdog Mentality (TUM) was created to help people tap into the power of the potential so they can lean into their greatness. Through storytelling, leadership development and goal setting we help youth develop an unwavering belief in themselves, despite the conditions, circumstances and critics that surround them.
TheUnderdogMentality.net
tylermonk@theunderdogmentality.net
503-432-9577
