Council Leadership
Our dynamic leaders and their dedication are key in helping Girl Scouts discover their full potential. Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska is led by the chief executive officer, a board of directors, elected delegates, professional staff members, and volunteers.
Administration
- Chief Executive Officer: Sarah Waldman
- Chief Operating Officer: Lisa Hiatt
- Chief Revenue Officer: Denise Moore
- Chief Financial Officer: Halsey Ruhl
Board of Directors
Our board of directors represents the diversity and geography of our Council. They are committed community leaders and professionals, who wholeheartedly believe in and promote our Mission. Board members are selected because they demonstrate leadership and a commitment to improving the lives of girls all across Nebraska.
Spirit of Nebraska Board
- President: Kate Betsworth, Union Pacific Railroad
- First Vice President: Colleen Maciejewski, Method Insurance
- Second Vice President: Katie Glover, Hornady Mfg. Co.
- Secretary: Melissa Camara, Wright Service Corp
- Treasurer: Sarah Labedz Anderson, First National Bank
Members at Large
- Angela Batson, UNMC
- Megan Berry Barlow, Nebraska Furniture Mart
- Nicole Brown, Redroom Productions
- Joyce Cooper, OPPD
- Laura Fender, Ameritas
- Hannah Fischer Frey, Baird Holm Law Firm
- Rachel Hays, Red Giant Oil
- Larissa Johnson, Deloitte Consulting LLP
- Tarna Kidder, Noddle Companies
- Emily Maxwell, Ameritas
- Todd Oshsner, Kiewit
- Lisa Reese Parish, Kearney Public Schools Foundation
- Louise Pickens, Airlite Plastics
- Jacqueline Tabke, Nolan, Olson and Stryker
- Alex VanZee, ConAgra Brands
- Carrie Weiler, Union Bank and Trust
*Current list as of September 25, 2023
Council Delegates
The job of a Delegate is important in influencing the decisions of the Council. Delegates are voting members of Spirit of Nebraska and are selected by their Service Unit to represent them to the board of directors. The Council Delegate is accountable to all registered members within the Service Unit they reside.
Delegate DUTIES
- Attend Service Unit Meetings and the Annual Meeting in-person or virtually.
- Serve for a two-year term.
- Elect the officers, the board of directors, board development committee and delegates to the national council meeting when needed.
- Participate in discussion and debate on issues of concern that will have an impact on the future of Girl Scouting.
Delegate Requirements
- Selected Delegates must be current members of Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska.
- Girls selected as Delegates must be at least 14 years of age or older by September 30, 2022.
- Selected Delegates must be available to attend the Spirit of Nebraska Annual Meeting virtually or in-person.
- Selected Delegates agree to serve a two-year term.
If you have questions, please contact Member Support.
