DIRECTOR TEAM
ANDY GOEBEL
Chief Executive Officer
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(he/him)
Originally hailing from the great state of Michigan, this podcast fanatic and die-hard fan of the Detroit Lions fell in love with the Rose City when he and his family moved here over a decade ago, and now he’s all about neighborhood life in their beloved North Portland. Originally trained in Secondary Education at Western Washington University, Andy was called from teaching high school to seminary at North Park Theological Seminary in 2004 where he received his MDiv in 2007. He went on to help found Portsmouth Union Church—a progressive and inclusive congregation that has hosted winter shelters for people experiencing houselessness and is currently building 20 units of affordable housing on their property to house the same population. Before founding the organization and moving into a full-time role at All Good Northwest, Andy served as the Director of Emergency Management for Do Good Multnomah, where he provided program design, leadership, and oversight for sheltering services in congregate, motel, and village-model settings.
NANCYANNE SMITH
Chief Operating Officer
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(she/her)
NancyAnne is a native Oregonian who has spent the last 25 years in Portland. All three of her children graduated from David Douglas high school. She is a 27 year veteran of social services. NancyAnne started her career in 1996 as a Juvenile Probation officer in Texas after graduating from Texas A&M with a degree in Criminology. Her career has ranged from a research analyst with the Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority to working with at-risk youth for 15 years as an Admissions Director. NancyAnne has worked for local organizations such as Transition Projects and Columbia Care Services. NancyAnne has always found herself serving marginalized populations and is dedicated to amplifying the voice of those who think they have none. She loves a good laugh, sings off key sometimes and can’t stand a bully.
NancyAnne delights in mentoring young leaders as they find their voice in the world of serving others. She is passionate about her family, crafting sourdough bread, serving her community, and excellent whiskey. It is NancyAnne’s belief that the journey is more important than the destination, and in serving one person in need, we have saved the world.
ALICIA HOVANAS
Chief Systems Officer
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(she/her)
Originally from a small town in Washington, Alicia moved to the Rose City for her undergrad. She received her BA in theology and biblical studies with a minor in Hebrew. Afterward, she completed a post-baccalaureate in pre-medicine. Alicia is passionate about human flourishing – mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and especially physically.
Alicia brings experience in systems and operations, consulting for nonprofit organizations, healthcare delivery systems, and a fair share of insight from parenting two children. She is skilled in identifying problems before they arise and creating strategic plans accordingly.
In her spare time, Alicia enjoys mastering arduous baking endeavors for the thrill of it, writing, cooking, and deepening her understanding of chemistry and physics. As a purveyor of information and thrusting synapse connections on those around her, she often finds herself in teaching and speaking opportunities. Alicia is a lover of people, who invests deeply in their growth, and seeks to leave people feeling better than before their interaction.
EMILY STROUD
Director of Village Sheltering
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Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Emily moved to Portland in 2017 to be near extended family and work with those experiencing houselessness. She completed her B.S. in Psychology from Oklahoma State University in 2010. Before coming to All Good Northwest, she managed shelter programs at Do Good Multnomah and Transition Projects, where she also taught CPR/Naloxone use and De-Escalation classes.
In her spare time she teaches dance, listens to country music, and hikes with her dog, Banjo Black.
ANN FORSTER
Associate Director of Human Resources
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Bio coming soon…
EVAN MCAVOY
Director of Retention Services
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(he/him)
Originally from Massachusetts, Evan moved to Portland from sunny Florida in 2008. He received a BA in psychology from New College of Florida and his MSW from Portland State University. After graduation, he went on to pursue his clinical social work licensure (LCSW).
Evan has a long history in the human services and has worked in a diverse array of settings including inpatient and outpatient mental health, dual diagnosis, permanent supportive housing, and affordable and project-based housing. Most recently he came to us from the Community Services Dept. with Home Forward. Through the course of these experiences, Evan has learned a great deal about deeply inequitable structures that contribute to, and keep people in, poverty – though he is the first to admit that there is always so much more to learn and understand.
In general, Evan is thankful to be here – though he is often not sure where ‘here’ is. In his off hours he strives to live a quiet life in a quiet way. He reads, does graphite and charcoal illustrations, watches bad TV and hangs out on the couch trying not to eat too many potato chips.
SARAH BOOMHOWER
Director of Behavioral Health Services
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Bio coming soon…
DEVON HOYT
Director of Communications & Engagement
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(she/her)
Born and raised in Portland, Devon’s love of Oregon and all the northwest has to offer keeps her firmly positioned to be a lifelong resident. This love also instilled a need to work towards creating a state that is welcoming, hospitable, and inclusive for all its residents.
Devon started her nonprofit career working in direct social services and emergency housing programs after completing the Bachelor of Social Work program at Portland State University. She decided to make a change and step into communications and development upon realizing the impact a larger audience can have on a nonprofits’ work and mission. Devon is passionate about facilitating the connection between an individual's desire to make a difference and a meaningful avenue for taking action.
In her free time, she enjoys yelling out the answers while watching Jeopardy, catching the latest horror movie, spoiling her 2 cats, and testing out recipes from the New York Times.
JAMES FISHER
Director of Information and Technology
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James moved to Portland back in 2007 escaping the oppressive heat and humidity of Central Florida. During that time, he was scooped up by Apple where he was a trainer/iOS support. From there James gained his IT chops at startups ranging from sysadmin to project manager to traditional boots on the ground IT.
James has a passion for connecting people with technology. He is always looking for new solutions to support and empower All Good Northwest participants and staff in the day-to-day operations.
Outside of work, James can be found obsessing about music, hanging out with his family, traveling, harassing his cat and 2 Weiner dogs, and throwing down some tunes at local DJ gigs.
RICHARD STELLNER
Chief Human Resources Officer
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Richard is a native Minnesotan and a lifelong transportation enthusiast. With his Bachelors’ and MBA degree from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, Richard started his career in the airline industry. While working as a gate agent supervisor at Chicago O’Hare Airport, you may have seen Richard on the in-flight video thanking you for flying United Airlines. After completing his MBA degree, Richard became a station manager with Northwest Airlines, first in Sioux City, Iowa; then Madison, Wisconsin; and eventually Portland, Oregon.
After leaving the airline industry and staying in Oregon, Richard found a niche as a HR and labor consultant. Richard enjoys the wide variety of juggling multiple clients simultaneously, including private, public, and non-profit organizations. Richard came to All Good Northwest in late 2023 as interim HR director and is now focusing his energies at Sunstone Way.
In his free time, Richard loves to travel, and the mode of transportation is as important as the destination. Be it foot travel backpacking wilderness trails, taking overnight trains, crossing oceans by ship, to of course airplanes, Richard finds something magical about being “en route”, neither at your origination or your destination.
ALEX GREER
Director of Facilities
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Bio coming soon!
JOELLE WHEELER
Director of Indoor Sheltering
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Born a Navy brat in San Diego and raised on the southern Oregon coast, Joelle has called the Pacific Northwest home for over two decades.
Joelle began directly working with the unhoused community over 10 years ago and draws upon their knowledge gained from lived experiences to be an advocate for those experiencing substance abuse and houselessness. They are passionate about social justice and lifting up the voices of others.
In their free time Joelle enjoys playing the guitar, exploring Portland, hanging out with their cats Banjo and Ravioli, and spending time with their partner. You can also find them hyper-focused on the newest Star Wars LEGO set and attempting to finish it before dinner.
SCOTT TAKEMOTO
Chief Finance Officer
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Scott is originally from the State of Hawaii and with his family has been working hard at earning his Oregon membership card for several years. He received his undergraduate degree in Finance from Santa Clara University and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. Scott spent most of his career in the investment industry working in mutual funds, alternative investments, and crypto; however, most recently in a shelter serving the Tigard community. He is thrilled to be a part of Sunstone Way’s incredible team that serves the underserved through its compassionate and effective ways.
In his free time, Scott enjoys hanging out with his family, walking their dog, exploring Oregon, learning anything new (most recently knitting), and occasionally sipping a good whiskey.
PROGRAM LEADERSHIP
SEMONI SHERWOOD
Weidler Village Program Manager
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(she/they)
Born and raised in the boogie-down Bronx, Semoni played leap frog with Oregon most of her life and is pleased to end up here after graduating with her degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Susquehanna University.
Semoni learned of her passion for working with marginalized communities starting with a high school internship peer opportunity. They were able to empower low-income youths experiencing houselessness to see their self-identified weaknesses as strengths and building their connections within the community such as job readiness and navigation and access to resources within dominant culture.
Taking the time to learn of the resources available in Oregon, they were able to use these opportunities as learning experiences to later empower women of color and survivors of domestic violence.
When Semoni is not working, they enjoy blasting R&B while singing badly, painting at home with their dog best friend Mellow, laughing uncontrollably, or going for a walk in nature.
RYAN GRISSOM
Multnomah Safe Rest Village Program Manager
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Ryan has over 10 years of experience working with underserved populations in clinical, secure, and residential settings. Sunstone Way's trauma-informed, client-centered approach is what led Ryan to join the organization, as he feels these are essential elements in supporting unhoused neighbors.
In his free time, Ryan enjoys playing guitar, finding the best food in PDX, and spending time with his fiance and their hedgehog - Petunia.
KIM HERNANDEZ
Mobile Retention Program Manager
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A firm believer in “just trust the universe,” Kim grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, and moved to Oregon in 2019.
After eight years in healthcare, she quit to pursue her true calling: social work. With her familiarity and firsthand experience with homelessness, she took on multiple roles and gradually rose to the position of Retention Program Manager. Above all, Kim carries a deep and undeniable sense of passion.
When she is not working, Kim can be found in the wild, hugging trees, trying new foods, and jumping into freezing rivers. She also devoted herself to sacred healing practices and spaces that empower women and foster deep personal transformation.
TOMICA CARR
Rockwood Bridge Motel Program Manager
TREVOR SMITH
Navigation Specialist Manager
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A native Bostonian, Trevor originally moved to the Pacific Northwest to attend The Evergreen State College in 1997. He left Olympia, WA for Portland in 2002 and has been enamored with the Rose City ever since.
Trevor came to work in houseless services after developing a passion for volunteer outreach while assisting his unhoused neighbors and their pets. Initially starting in direct service with Sunstone Way, Trevor now enjoys being in a supportive role for his frontline staff.
When away from the office, Trevor is an epicurean who also volunteers with a feral cat rescue, undertakes public art installations, checks out a wide variety of live music and enthusiastically cheers for his Boston based sports teams with his two cats, Maple and Maeve.
DANI GROVE
Behavioral Health Senior Program Manager
ALEX WOODARD
Market Street Shelter Program Manager
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Bio coming soon!
JAIME DUNN
Interim Board Chair
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SHEILA MASON
REV. GAVIN DLUEHOSH
A’JAY SCIPIO
SAHAAN MCKELVEY
LISA HAWASH
Treasurer