MEET THE TEAM
We’re a purpose-driven team of educators and administrators helping scholars exceed expectations and change the trajectory of their futures.
Central Office
Brian Holman is the Founder and Executive Director of Empower College Prep. Previously, he supervised teachers in general education and special education for grades K-12 as a Program Director for 4 years with Teach For America. Mr. Holman has also served his community as the chair of his church’s outreach team and Secretary of the Diaconate. He holds Master’s Degrees in Education Administration from the University of Phoenix and in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University. His Bachelor’s Degree is in Journalism from Indiana University, where he also majored in Political Science and was published for his honors thesis, The Supreme Court and the Establishment Clause.
Dave Dillman is Empower College Prep’s Director of Operations. He loves the challenge of the problems introduced every day provide solutions to allow Scholars to excel and succeed. He has an interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree, focusing on theology and graphic design from Grand Canyon University, but has a background in construction, project management, and information technology. Dave has been involved with Empower since its inception. He is proud to be part of a school that equips children to succeed. Dave has a wife and six children ranging from 22 to 5.
Angela Ortega graduated from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration and a minor in Business Administration. During her time at GCU, she participated as treasurer for the Latino Student Union and served as a council member for Diversity Leadership Alliance, which provides free leadership workshops for high school and college students. Prior to working as the External Relations Coordinator at Empower, Ms.Ortega served as a Student Recruitment Director for Empower College Prep. Ms. Ortega is deeply connected to ECP’s mission and is thrilled to be part of Empower.
Natalina Mariscal is Empower College Prep’s Director of Student Services and McKinney Vento Liaison. She attended Arizona State University where she obtained her Bachelors and Masters degree in the field of Social Work. Her experiences have led her to working in the field of child welfare, health care, and clinical therapeutic settings. Natalina‘s passion for advocacy, community empowerment, and mental health awareness has allotted her the opportunity to guide a team of social workers at Empower College Prep to address the social-emotional needs pof scholars, provide resources, and empower the families served.
Caletta Goodkind was born and raised in the Chicago area and earned her Bachelors degree from DePaul University. She began her career as a high school teacher in Illinois before moving to Arizona in 2004 where she continued to work at various Phoenix area schools as a teacher and a school administrator. In 2021, she transitioned into the behavioral health field as a learning and development manager and human resources specialist. She joined the Empower team in 2022 and is honored to serve the staff as the Manager of Human Resources.
Elementary and Middle School
Becky Jones, the Elementary School Director at Empower College Prep, joined the school in 2016 and is dedicated to its long-term success. Under her leadership, the Elementary School achieved remarkable growth, moving from a D to a B on the Arizona accountability report card. Originally from Texas, Becky holds a BA from Texas Lutheran University and an MA in Teaching from Grand Canyon University. Currently pursuing a doctoral degree, Becky has been recognized as Teacher of the Year and has taught various grades from K to 6th. With experience coaching sports teams and teaching in multiple states, she is a trusted leader ready to propel the elementary school to new heights.
High School
Brian Holman is the Founder and Executive Director of Empower College Prep. Previously, he supervised teachers in general education and special education for grades K-12 as a Program Director for 4 years with Teach For America. Mr. Holman has also served his community as the chair of his church’s outreach team and Secretary of the Diaconate. He holds Master’s Degrees in Education Administration from the University of Phoenix and in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University. His Bachelor’s Degree is in Journalism from Indiana University, where he also majored in Political Science and was published for his honors thesis, The Supreme Court and the Establishment Clause.
Heather Love is excited to work with the Empower College Prep High School Community. She has previously served on school Leadership Teams as an Academic Coach and Dean of Academics. Heather has over twenty years of experience in education, with ten of those years spent in the classroom as a High School English Teacher. Heather, who is passionate about education, builds strong relationships with teachers, scholars, and families because she knows it takes all of us working together in order to help scholars succeed. It is her belief that by championing an equitable, culturally diverse curriculum all students will be empowered to reach their full potential. Heather received her degree in English from the University of Illinois, has a Masters degree in Secondary Education, and a Masters degree in Leadership and Administration both from the University of Phoenix. Heather is certified as a K-12 Principal and 6-12 Teacher for the state of Arizona. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, music, and travel.
Brian Holman is the Founder and Executive Director of Empower College Prep. Previously, he supervised teachers in general education and special education for grades K-12 as a Program Director for 4 years with Teach For America. Mr. Holman has also served his community as the chair of his church’s outreach team and Secretary of the Diaconate. He holds Master’s Degrees in Education Administration from the University of Phoenix and in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University. His Bachelor’s Degree is in Journalism from Indiana University, where he also majored in Political Science and was published for his honors thesis, The Supreme Court and the Establishment Clause.
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Governing Board Members
Kevin Erickson
Board Chair
Brandi Adams Bressler
Patricia Welborn
Adam Brooks
Cynthia Daniels
Brian Holman
Ex Officio
