Leadership
Venture Staff
Venture Academy hires exceptional, mission-aligned educators and staff who are passionate about Christ, innovation, and student growth. We seek individuals who bring creativity, excellence, and a heart for discipleship to their work. Our hiring process is thorough and consistent, emphasizing experience, fit, and professionalism. Staff receive ongoing training, coaching, and support to continually refine their craft and help students thrive academically, spiritually, and personally.
Ben Berthiaume
Outdoor Education Director
Jessica Bohl
1st Grade Teacher
Julie Brooke
Art Teacher
Dylan Butler
Band & Music Teacher
Jennifer Davis
Music Teacher
Stephanie Demers
Advancement Director
Melanie Guest
Substitute Teacher
Jacob Hackbarth
IT Support Specialist
Karen Hoff
Part-Time Executive Assistant
Zach Jacobson
Intermediate School Teacher
Vicki James
Director of Development
Jodi Johnson
Student Services Coordinator
Jessica Joles
Kindergarten Teacher
Amy Kelly
3rd Grade Teacher
Devin Kinsella
Intermediate School Teacher
Mia Liedl
Intermediate School Teacher
Michael Lundebrek
Marketing and Communications Director
Matt Marusak
Lower School Principal
Carlie Mead
5th Grade Teacher
Shawn Neal
Director of IT/Ed Tech Strategist
Sandra Peterson
1st Grade Teacher
Mark Reams
Director of Finance & Operations
Marie Robinson
4th Grade Teacher
Joelle Sedivy
Executive Assistant
Carson Simonson
Intermediate School Teacher & AdVenture Club Team Lead
Bridget Smylie
2nd Grade Teacher
Laura Stanley
Kindergarten Teacher
Sarah Steinke
STEAM Teacher
Amy Stuttgen
Reading Specialist & Learning Support Coordinator
Brian Sullivan
Board Member & Head of School
Kelli Wieker
Paraprofessional
Luke Wieker
Physical Education Teacher
Venture Board
Venture Academy is guided by an independent, mission-driven Board of Directors committed to stewarding our Christ-centered vision and long-term sustainability. Our seven-member Board follows the Carver governance model, providing strategic oversight, strong financial stewardship, and accountability to our mission. The Board meets monthly with the Head of School to support transparency, alignment, and continuous improvement.
Paul Berthiaume
Board Chairman
Frank Helquist
Board Member
Terri Markquart
Board Member
Evan Nelson
Board Member
Tammy Orgel
Board Member
Jennifer Rooney
Board Member
Brian Sullivan
Board Member & Head of School