Our Team
Meet the dedicated team driving positive change at Girls Inc. of Metro Denver.
Our President & CEO
Our President & CEO
Kayla Garcia is the President and CEO of Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Kayla brings more than ten years of experience in the nonprofit, business, and philanthropic community.
Prior to joining Girls Inc. of Metro Denver, Kayla served as the director of community affairs at Molson Coors Beverage Company. She led community partnership and investment strategy for Colorado and social impact programs for the North America. Prior, Kayla served in leadership roles at Mile High United Way and Denver Inner City Parish. Kayla is committed to serving the Denver Metro community, ensuring all Coloradans have the opportunity to thrive.
Senior Leadership
Daphne Brookens, Vice President of Finance & Operations
Sarah McGill, Director of College Success
Destinee Perkins, Senior Director of Programs
Haley Shilts, Vice President of Development & External Relations
Dr. Blair Zaid, PhD, Director of Career Success Programs
STAFF
Joseline Armendariz, Front Desk Receptionist (PM)
Adonia Arteaga, Manager of Training, Evaluation & Curriculum
Maggie Compagnoni, Volunteer & Special Events Assistant
CeJay Davis, Career Success Facilitator
Amber Garza, Front Desk Receptionist (AM)
Briana Gonzales, Manager of Volunteer Programs
Jennifer Hashem-Ip, Manager of Marketing and Communications
Paulina Herrera-Prado, STEM Educator
Amariah Jean-Baptiste, Teen Program Coordinator
Liscenia Jimenez-Chino, College Success Educator
Luz Navarrete, LCSW, Mental Health Counselor
Crystal Noonan, Bookkeeper
Jeysel Orellana, Elementary School Community Educator
Mandi Pacheco, Manager of Operations
Trina Ramos, Elementary School Community Educator
Nephraterie Smith, Center Programs Lead
Yaneli Solis-Luna, Advocacy Educator
Aimee Stitt, Manager of Development
Erika Taylor, Career Readiness Coordinator