Our Board
Meet the dedicated leaders guiding Beyond A Step's mission.
Michelle Katz
President & Founder
Michelle founded Beyond A Step with a passion for supporting those who serve our communities. Her vision drives our mission forward every day.
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Jeremy Austin
CFO
Jeremy oversees the financial stewardship of Beyond A Step, making sure every donation is accounted for and every program is funded responsibly.
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Carlee McCrary
Marketing
Carlee leads marketing and outreach, growing awareness of our mission and connecting more first responders and veterans to the support they need.
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Rick Helmer
Verification Officer
Rick verifies applicants and partner providers, maintaining the integrity of our referrals so the right people get the right help.
Valerie Hanna
Secretary
Valerie keeps our records, meeting minutes, and board correspondence organized, giving the team the structure to move quickly when it matters.
Join Our Mission
Interested in serving on our board or volunteering? We'd love to hear from you.