Brad Reubendale Takes Helm as Executive Director at Minds Matter Colorado

Minds Matter Colorado is excited to announce the appointment of Brad Reubendale as its new Executive Director. With a proven track record in nonprofit organizations that focus on helping underserved communities, Reubendale's leadership is poised to further elevate the mission of Minds Matter.

With years of experience under his belt, Reubendale has dedicated his professional life to serving organizations that strive to improve the lives of those in need. Prior to joining Minds Matter Colorado, Reubendale worked with several influential nonprofits including SAME Café, which is known for its commitment to providing healthy food options, and Urban Peak, an organization focused on tackling youth homelessness. Additionally, he has also been involved with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a program that supports the needs of abused or neglected children through dedicated advocacy. This rich background perfectly aligns with Minds Matter's vision of creating life-altering opportunities for students.

In an official statement, Brad expressed his enthusiasm about joining the organization, saying, "I'm thrilled to join Minds Matter Colorado and work alongside such a dedicated team to create life-changing opportunities for students. I look forward to building upon MMCO's incredible legacy and helping students achieve their fullest potential."

Minds Matter Colorado has been making profound impacts on the lives of high-achieving students from low-income families. The organization connects these students with valuable resources, mentorship, and summer college experiences that have resulted in a remarkable 100% success rate for its graduates entering college with scholarships. Their innovative programming is designed to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity, equipping students with tools to thrive in their higher education endeavors.

Anata Walsh, the Chair of the Board at Minds Matter Colorado, shared her excitement regarding Reubendale's leadership, stating, "The Minds Matter Colorado Board and staff are thrilled to have Brad join our team! We look forward to the positive impact he will make and how the organization will grow under his leadership."

Minds Matter Colorado operates as a volunteer-driven organization that mobilizes energetic and committed college graduates to support promising high school students. The collective aim is to empower these students to excel at the colleges of their choice, successfully graduate, and embark on fulfilling career paths. This initiative aims to foster upward economic mobility within under-resourced communities.

In addition to this appointment, it is worth noting that Minds Matter Colorado's partnership with Envision Consulting has been a vital part of this transition. Envision Consulting specializes in executive searches and organizational strategy for nonprofit entities, ensuring that missions are fulfilled through effective leadership. Their dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is integral to their approach, fostering a hiring process that aims to dismantle biases. Envision Consulting has gained recognition, being named a Top 10 Search Firm that Works for Women of Color for three consecutive years by Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy.

For more information about Minds Matter Colorado and its initiatives, interested parties can visit Minds Matter Colorado's official website.

As Brad Reubendale steps into his new role, the future looks promising for Minds Matter Colorado and the students it serves, with a strong commitment to expand and enhance its impactful programs.