Office Staff
Paul Johnson- Executive Director
paul@pikespeakhabitat.org
Paul joined the staff at Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity as the affiliate's first Executive Director in March of 1997. Before joining PPHFH, Paul received a BA in Political Science from California State University and his MS in Health Service Administration from Saint Mary’s College in Moraga California. He was employed in the hospital business for twenty-five years in Oakland California starting as a Radiation Technician and progressing to the position of Associate Administrator.Since becoming Executive Director, Paul has facilitated a "Women’s Build" home, the "Blitz Build," in which we built an entire house in 13.5 hours, and "Bike & Build" project. He has also augmented community partnership by growing relationships with local businesses, churches, foundations, and individuals. Paul is proud that PPHFH has built 100 houses since its inception, benefiting many individuals in Colorado Springs. Under Paul's leadership, the affiliate currently builds 8 homes a year for deserving families in need. Paul is married to Penny, and has two children. His daughter, Melissa, lives in New York City, and his son, Matt, lives in California. In addition to working with Habitat, Paul enjoys hiking, traveling, swimming, and playing tennis. He also serves as the Chairman of the City Planning Commission.
Jordan Bridwell- Development Director
jordan@pikespeakhabitat.org
Jordan joined Pikes Peak Habitat in February 2007 with a diverse background in nonprofit management and consulting. After graduating from Southern Methodist University in 2001, she was a teacher for young adults with disabilities for two years at Notre Dame School of Dallas. Then Jordan was selected to be part of El Pomar Foundation's fellowship program in Colorado Springs.
After the two-year fellowship was complete, Jordan fulfilled a long-time dream when she moved to South Africa to work for His People Christian Church in Bloemfontein for a year and was co-founder of the Mangaung Community Foundation. Upon her return to the US, Jordan enjoyed nonprofit consulting assisting organizations with strategic planning, fundraising, leadership development, special events, research, and board development.
Although still passionate about Africa, Jordan is happy to be back in beautiful Colorado Springs. She recently completed a Masters in Business Administration at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and volunteers with Women of Global Action, the Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival, and Cornerstone Group Homes.
Nikki Richardson - Development Associate
nikki@pikespeakhabitat.org
Nikki joined Pikes Peak Habitat in October 2009 after moving to Colorado Springs from Tulsa, Oklahoma. She graduated summa cum laude from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications. In Tulsa, she worked as an account coordinator at the oldest and largest public relations agency in Oklahoma, where she specialized in writing and editorial services, event planning and media relations. She is passionate about people and helping those who need it most. Nikki and her husband, Michael, made the move the Colorado Springs to be surrounded by the mountains and to take advantage of the outdoor activities.Nikki enjoys sports, photography, hiking and spending time with her dog, Cheyenne.
Jordan De Jong- Family Services Manager
jdejong@pikespeakhabitat.org
Jordan joined Pikes Peak Habitat in June 2010 after several years of volunteering with Habitat for Humanity throughout her college career in Charleston, South Carolina. Jordan originally came to Colorado for the summer to work on a dude ranch. She fell in love with the mountains and all the outdoor activities. After a year of travelling with her husband, Jared, whom she also met at the ranch, she decided to settle in Colorado Springs in 2007.
Jordan graduated from the College of Charleston with a degree is Spanish and is now pursuing her Masters in Counseling from Regis University here in Colorado Springs. Jordan has a passion for working with people and is excited to be working directly with families in home ownership. In her free time, Jordan can be found enjoying the outdoors; skiing, running or hiking, and enjoying time with her dog, Aspen.
Gail Daniel- Bookkeepr
gail@pikespeakhabitat.org
Gail joined the staff of Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity in August 2004 as the part-time bookkeeper. After 10 ½ years of Accounting work in Colorado Springs, Gail started her own practice as a QuickBooks Pro Advisor to assist small businesses with their bookkeeping and tax needs. At that time, Gail was very pleased to also accept a part-time bookkeeper position with Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity.
Gail’s academic background includes a Bachelor of Science, focusing on Rehabilitation, from the University of Arizona, followed by a J.D. also from the U of A. A Master in Law, specializing in Tax, was then obtained from the University of Florida. When Gail decided to pursue an accounting career, she returned to the University of Arizona and took the undergraduate courses offered in that field. Gail then moved to Colorado Springs to be with family and pursue her accounting profession.
“Becoming an employee of a nonprofit that assists low-income individuals with developing self-respect through home ownership is a dream come true. Thank you Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity for that opportunity."
Lindsey Desmarais- Volunteer Manager
lindsey@pikespeakhabitat.org
Lindsey joined Pikes Peak Habitat in July 2010. She graduated from The University of Georgia in 2009, GO DAWGS!, and decided to move out to colorful Colorado for new adventures and to receive her masters in Public Administration. Lindsey spent a year working for a nonprofit organization in Denver and is excited to recruit and organize volunteers that work together to build homes for local families!
She is also excited to adventure a new area of Colorado and to finally be at the base of Pikes Peak with hiking, camping, biking, running and rock climbing at her finger tips!