Teams

Staff 

Gretchen Gier
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​Gretchen is the Case Manager responsible for the Refugee Cash Assistance, Refugee Medical Assistance, Refugee Medical Screening and Refugee Health Promotion/Refugee Mental Health Initiative programs.

Hannah Duncan​

​Hannah is the Case Manager responsible for the Adjustment & Referrals, Employability and English Language Training programs.

Malary Young

​Malary is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs including Employability, English Language Training, Health Promotion & Mental Health Initiative, and Adjustment & Referrals. She manages program reporting, data tracking, and community partnerships to promote effective implementation and client participation across all program areas.

Dev. Coordinator

​Our Development Coordinator supports efforts to raise awareness about the organization’s mission and impact—both within the local community and beyond. In their role, the Development Coordinator manages MART’s social media presence, donor relations, and grant opportunities, helping to strengthen connections and expand support for refugee resettlement and welcome initiatives.

Volunteer Coordinator

The Volunteer Coordinator develops and implements strategies for volunteer recruitment, placement, and retention and conducts orientation and training sessions for new volunteers. In addition, the VC coordinates volunteer schedules and assignments and collaborates with program coordinator to identify volunteer needs and opportunities.

Michelle McRay

Michelle serves as the lead English Instructor and as the Job Readiness Specialist. As an English instructor she designs and delivers accessible, culturally responsive ESL instruction at varying proficiency levels. She ensures that students gain practical language skills that support employment, community integration, and daily life. And as a Job Readiness Specialist, Michelle provides one-on-one and group support in job preparation, application, assistance, soft skills training, and connection to employment opportunities.

Virginia Rodriguez

Virginia serves as the Executive Director, overseeing all aspects of the non-profit’s operations, including strategic planning, fiscal management, community relations advocacy, operational efficiency, and program management, all in compliance with the Kansas Office of Refugees (KSOR) ​

​Lisa Holden

Lisa is the accountant and helps preparing the financial statements, record keeping, payroll management, taxes and compliance.

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Board of Directors

Executive Team

Susan Adamchack, President 

Scott Seel, Vice President

Emily Cherms, Secretary

Aaron Estabrook, Treasurer 

                    
Board Members

Elfadil Bashir              Sarah Inskeep             Fatima Jaghoori                Marisa Larson                
Terrie McCants                     Fatma Radhi                  Rohina Safa           Matiullah Shinwari

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Our Team's Purpose

The purpose of the MART organization is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which the entity may be organized under the laws of Kansas.

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