Board of Directors
Two by Two Board of Directors
Two by Two Board of Directors
Shane is a Sales Manager at the Anderson-Weber Toyota dealership in Dubuque. "Two by Two is an incredible organization. It teaches young kids core values and skills that are not explicitly taught in schools, but are desperately needed. The program teaches and reinforces these values in an exciting and engaging way – all in an effort to cultivate a kinder, more empathetic generation."
Ryan is the IT Project Manager at A.Y. McDonald Manufacturing in Dubuque. "Two by Two is a program that I was able to experience through my twins while they attended Hoover Elementary School. I could see the joy they felt being responsible with the stuffed animal and what it represented. Two by Two matched the character values that we instill in our home. My wife being an educator in the school district believes in the Two by Two program and see the results that encourage children to become better people. I look forward to continuing the mission of Two by Two as a board member and being part of the successful leadership that has taken it this far."
Katie is the AVP of Financial Reporting & Analysis at Dupaco Community Credit Union. “The importance of instilling compassion, hard work, and respect in today’s children is essential in creating strong values as they grow to be successful adults, and Two by Two does just that. I’m grateful to be part of an organization with such a strong mission that supports child development.“
Rick is a Training and Development Coordinator for the Dubuque Police Department. "Two by Two Character Development is a program that reaches the heart. By instilling core values Two by Two inspires all of us to do good in the world and our world is hungry for people of good character. I’m incredibly optimistic that these values will shape what kids believe and how they act now and, in the future, to make our world a better place."
Wendy is the Founder and Collaborative Strategist for Focus Forward. "In a world of constant change, there is no better organization to help build character for the future."
Scott is the Chief Operating Officer at Theisen's Home Farm Auto. "As a proud father of three boys, two of whom had already passed through the public school system before Two By Two programming was available and one who participated in the program while he was in the second grade almost 6 years ago, I witnessed firsthand the results it instilled in him and his friends. This group aligns with my belief that we need to work together and treat each other with respect and do so at an early age. With my grandchildren heading to school in the future it will be my pleasure to continue to help this group carry on and improve the programming that is critical to our young kids."
Amy is the Director of Marketing at Clarke University. "I am excited to be a member of the Two by Two team because now, more than ever, we need to provide our nation’s youth with the tools and resources to be: fair, kind, respectful, responsible, emphatic, cooperative, and purposeful citizens, ultimately leading to a better tomorrow."
Susan is an Attorney and Shareholder at Hammer Law Firm, PLC in Dubuque. "I am passionate about children and animals: Both share valuable lessons - not only with each other, but also with “grown-ups.” Two by Two programing brings children and animals together to develop and build important character traits that result in a positive impact for our future."
Kyle is a shareholder at Honkamp, P.C. "Two by Two Character Development carries out an important mission for today’s youth, who will be tomorrow’s leaders. With three young girls at home under the age of 6, I acknowledge the values that are instilled in them today at a young age, including learning to respect and appreciate people, animals, and the environment, will serve as the foundation for the people they will be become in the future. The organization’s mission serves a need that seems to otherwise be missing from structured educational curriculum at such a critical age for development."
Jane is a Human Resources Manager at Rousselot Inc., A Darling Ingredients Brand. "I am beyond excited to be a member of the Two by Two organization. I became aware of this organization when my daughter was in second grade, and I loved the core values she was taught. This program is so important for our future generation, and having our children learn to be empathetic and kind will only make this world a better place."
Mike is the Director of Producer Academy at Cottingham and Butler. "I am passionate about professional and personal development. Robin Sharma has a quote that sums up my attitude towards the topic: 'Investing in yourself is the best investment you'll ever make. It will not only improve your life, it will improve the lives of all those around you.' What excites me about Two by Two’s mission is that it helps take my passion and apply it to youth communities in a much greater way than I could do alone. Building character in our youth is both important and challenging work; Two by Two has developed the content, delivery systems, and strategies in a unique and fun way that I am proud to be a part of."
JJ is the General Manager at Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company. "In this day and age where information is so readily available, it’s our responsibility to provide positive information that can influence others decisions for the better. The Two by Two program does that!"
Justina is a Retail Banker at Premier Bank. “As a mother to four children in the Dubuque Community School system, whom have all completed the Two by Two class, my family has experienced firsthand the wonderful skills the Two by Two program has to offer. I truly believe that we need to instill the strong character of peace, love and understanding in the world and learning the responsibility of animal care. It opens so many important social and emotional tools to children as they grow.”
Stephanie has been a teacher in the Dubuque Community School District for the last twelve years. "One of my most favorite parts of being a teacher is having Two by Two in our classrooms. This program teaches our students the foundational skills of good character. Getting back to the basics of teaching respect, responsibility, and empathy through engaging lessons is fun to be a part of. The students absolutely love this program and look forward to this from the very beginning of the school year. With the lessons learned during Two by Two, our students will go on with the skills they need to be successful in their futures."
Kristin's passion and love for teaching started over 30 years ago in a 3rd grade classroom. In 2005, Kristin's dream of helping people, animals, and the environment came true with the creation of the nonprofit, Two by Two. With the support of an incredibly talented team, Two by Two is fostering positive character traits in thousands of youth and families across the nation. Kristin and her husband, Steve, have 5 amazing boys and many furry, four-legged friends. "I am so proud to lead the Two by Two Team! As a teacher, I taught my students to be kindhearted and now, through Two by Two's social-emotional programming, the message of kindness is being taught to thousands of students! A special shout-out to all of our current and past board members, and donors: It is because of YOU that Two by Two's mission is reaching so many students and making such a needed impact. Thank you for your leadership and support!"