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When we’re not spending our time discussing how to combat human trafficking, we’re usually talking about food. You could say we’re a bit obsessed. But in the few moments we weren’t chowing down on locally-grown veggies, we answered some other interesting questions for you. So, take some time to get to know us a bit more. Then join in on the conversation and community.
Our Staff
Amanda Finger, MAExecutive Director /
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What books are currently on your nightstand?Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese, Breaking Silence: The Case That Changed the Face of Human Rights by Richard Alan White, and Home Depot Tiling Projects 1-2-3. When you were a kid, what did you want to grow up to be?An FBI agent. What's a skill, trade or craft you'd like to someday master?Play the accordion, improve my gardening skills, and add a few more languages to the résumé.
What might someone hear you saying around the office?"Wait...what's going on?" or "You would better understand if you saw Battlestar Galactica or The Wire." |
Jim Smithwick, MAProgram Manager |
What books are currently on your nightstand?The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, Freakanomics by Stephen Dubner and Steven Levitt, and The Slave Next Door by Kevin Bales. What's your favorite way to spend a Sunday afternoon?My favorite way to spend a Sunday afternoon is either skateboarding, climbing, or snowboarding and then sitting on the front porch with my wife and dog. Who are some of your heroes or mentors?I know this might sound cliche, but my heroes/mentors are and always have been my parents. If I could be half the person that my mom and dad are, I'd be doing well. |
Lindsey Breslin, MSSWSenior Research Assistant |
What books are currently on your nightstand?The Sig Larson Trilogy When you were a kid, what did you want to grow up to be?I wanted to be a doctor. So, now I'm getting my Ph.D. so I can sometimes be called "Dr."
What's the best thing about working for LCHT?Learning something new every day.Who's your hero/mentor?Nelson Mandela |
Rhonda Young, MAProgram Associate |
What books are currently on your nightstand?Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling, soon to move on to Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (also J.K. Rowling) When you were a kid, what did you want to grow up to be?As a very young child, I wanted to write and illustrate books about cats. In my teens, I thought about becoming an international journalist. I still have dreams of becoming an international travel writer.
What's your favorite TV show/character?My favorite TV show character is a toss up between Liz Lemon from 30 Rock and Dwight Shrute from The Office. I would love to work in an office with both of them! What might someone hear you saying around the office?"But I made a spreadsheet for that!" |
Meagan MorrisResearch Assistant |
What books are currently on your nightstand?Always some paperback bestseller not worthy of critical acclaim, "Yoga and the Path of the Urban Mystic" and something controversial and horrible to read before bed. What's a skill, trade or craft you'd someday like to master?I would like to learn to speak Arabic.
What's your favorite TV show/character?Right now I am striking a happy balance between "Breaking Bad" and "Curb your Enthusiasm" What's your favorite age and why?My favorite age is this age...perpetually this age. |
Brandi StanleyBrand & Communications Coordinator |
When you were a kid, what did you want to be?A lawyer or a veterinarian. Or Jacques Cousteau. What's a skill, trade or craft you'd someday like to master?I've always wanted to know five languages. But given how slowly I'm catching onto French, I have a feeling that's shooting a little high. I also really want to be a traveling food writer.
Who's your hero/mentor?In the art community: hero is a bit of a strong word, but Grace Coddington is a huge inspiration to me as a designer, along with folks like Jessica Hische (who doesn't love beautiful typography?). What's your favorite way to spend your Sunday afternoon?Indoor cycling class early. Brunch at the local Denver restaurant, Root Down, late morning. Watch a football game or two in the afternoon when fall rolls around. Late evening bike riding through the city, then pack it in early to relax before the work week starts again. |
