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
Melina Bixler, Senior Director of Impact & Strategy
Daphne Brookens, Vice President of Finance
Destinee Perkins, Director of Programs
Haley Shilts, Director of Development
STAFF
Adonia Arteaga, Manager of Training, Evaluation & Curriculum
Skylar Boyce, Manager of Elementary School Programs
Yazmin Castillo, Development Coordinator
Maggie Compagnoni, Volunteer & Special Events Assistant
CeJay Davis, Career Success Facilitator
Amber Garza, Front Desk Receptionist (AM)
Briana Gonzales, Manager of Volunteer Programs
Amariah Jean-Baptiste, STEM Edcuator
Liscenia Jimenez-Chino, College Success Educator
Paulina Herrera-Prado, Middle School Educator
Sarah McGill, Manager of College Success
Jess Monroe, Manager of Marketing & Communications
Crystal Noonan, Bookkeeper
Rose O'Conner, Elementary School Community Educator
Mandi Pacheco, Manager of Operations
Angel Shabazz, Middle School & Outreach Manager
Aimee Stitt, Manager of Development
Erika Taylor, Career Readiness Coordinator
Yaneli Solis-Luna, Front Desk Receptionist (PM)
Dr. Blair Zaid, Manager of STEM & Career Readiness