Jennifer Creager
Senior Staff Accountant
Jen has worked for huge corporations, a CPA firm, a family-owned business as well as her own business, Osage Farms; she tries to use all of these experiences in her work at the Community Foundation. Many times she is an auditor, a teacher, a data processor, a student and Foundation promoter all in the same day.
Daily she does a lot of data processing, which she knows doesn’t sound that inspiring. While every detail is extremely important, at the end of each day what she really has done is help the Foundation change communities and lives. That big picture inspires her to do more in her work at the Community Foundation and within her community.
In her free time, Jen likes exploring the U.P. with her husband and collecting rocks from everywhere they visit, sitting on the dock in Third Bay, running, biking and reading.
Jessica Flann
Program Officer Post Secondary Success
Jessica is originally from Fenton, MI but has lived in Port Huron for the last 15 years. She is new to the foundation after serving in various student services roles within higher education.
She’s married to Scott and they have two children, Lauren and Robby, who both are graduates of Port Huron Northern High School. Their daughter graduated from Western Michigan University and their son is currently a student at WMU. Because of this, Jessica and Scott enjoying WMU Bronco tailgating.
In her free time, she and her husband enjoy attending concerts and sporting events. There is always music or a game playing in their house. They also love hosting get togethers and go all out for Halloween rain or shine!
Jackie Hanton
Vice President
Jackie is originally from Lapeer where she grew up showing horses and sheep. Her love for horses took her to the University of Findlay to earn an associate degree in equine studies but training horses as a career wasn’t as appealing in the long-run so she transferred to Michigan State University to earn her bachelor’s degree. While interning in college she was introduced to the world of banking, specifically wealth management.
Her career began there, earning her Certified Trust and Financial Advisor designation then earning her Juris Doctor while administering trusts and estates and working with high-net-worth clients. It was during that time that she got to know the Community Foundation as an advisor for the Youth Advisory Council (YAC), then as a volunteer on the grants committee and eventually sat on the Board.
Jackie then joined the Foundation as staff in the spring of 2015 and specializes in connecting donor’s passions with meaningful giving through charitable planning, advanced giving strategies and planned giving.
In her free time, Jackie enjoys traveling with her young family, CrossFit and participating in many of the local 5K races that benefit charitable causes. You can also find her on the golf course in the summer, enjoying time with friends and family, she’s given up trying to lower her handicap.
Natacha Hayden
Program Officer for Community Impact
Originally from Brazil, Natacha moved to the USA for a one-year cultural exchange program in 2010. Amazed by the area, the people, and the boy next door, Natacha met her now husband, with whom she has been married since 2012.
While in the US, she earned an Associate Degree in Arts from St. Clair County Community College and then a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Walsh College with a concentration in Marketing and Management.
In Port Huron, she is known for having advertised shows at McMorran Place, promoted Parks & Recreation, organized events like the Blue Water Festival in Downtown Port Huron, and even slung classic cocktails at Casey’s bar.
Pursuing opportunities that bring her joy, her time as the Downtown Development Authority Director for the City of Port Huron solidified her passion for serving others. She was honored to be involved in many community-focused projects, including creating parks, organizing events, and launching initiatives that enriched the Downtown and supported the greater good.
Now working in philanthropy, she is most passionate about connecting with the County’s unique communities and serving as a facilitator to help bring their visions of a vibrant community to life.
In her spare time, she loves traveling and boating. She is fascinated with the different cultures around the world and aspires to learn more languages. Although she supposedly speaks three, she admits she is most fluent in “Por-Span-Glish.”
Angie Lademer
Executive Assistant
After 30 years of balancing work, family, and education, Angie earned a degree in 2024, proving that persistence pays off .
With years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Angie is passionate about giving back to the community where she was raised. Helping others and making a difference are what drive her every day.
Beyond work, Angie has a creative spirit and a love for capturing life’s special moments through photography—everything from newborn portraits to weddings. She also enjoys expressing herself through cooking, crafting, and art projects. Her adventurous side shines through her love of classic cars, boating, and traveling, with a big goal of visiting all 50 states.
At the heart of it all, Angie’s family comes first. She and her husband cherish time with their three grown children and three grandchildren. Whether it’s exploring new places, taking scenic road trips, or enjoying peaceful weekends on the water, they’re always creating memories and new adventures together.
Randy Maiers
President & CEO
Randy’s family originated in the Vassar and Mayville area in Michigan’s Thumb. In the early 1970’s they moved to Troy, Michigan, where Randy spent his childhood. After graduating from the original Troy High (go Colts!) he attended Eastern Michigan University. He admits he wasn’t a good student and didn’t learn well in a classroom setting.
After college he drove his 1979 Firebird to Los Angeles to try the California lifestyle. While he enjoyed his time there immensely, especially working behind the scenes in the movie industry, the California lifestyle just wasn’t for him.
His past career involved stops at the Michigan Art Train in Ann Arbor; the American Heart Association, and the Education Foundation for the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME). He and his wife Bev sought a change in lifestyle in 2002 when he was recruited to be the CEO at the Community Foundation of St. Clair County. They have three children.
His favorite places & things: Washington DC, Houghton, MI, Lake St. Helen, Portland, Maine, Lake Kabinakigami, golfing, boating, hunting and fishing – and not frequently enough, bike riding. He’s an admitted sushi-snob but is well known as a full-time foodie and his favorite beverage is gin & tonic, although he knows he’s supposed to drink more water.
Lisa Miketich-Kuligoski
Accounting Clerk
Lisa has been in the accounting field for 30 years. Most of those years have been spent in the manufacturing sector within small corporations. She is excited to learn more about philanthropy and the non-profit side of accounting. Lisa is looking forward to the rewarding experience of giving back to the community that she has lived in her entire life.
Family is the most important part of Lisa’s life. She was born and raised in Clay Township, where she and her husband met 7 years ago. Together they bought 6 acres of property and built their forever home. Lisa’s hobbies mostly consist of anything nature related, from helping to raise the Monarch Butterfly population to working with her husband to transform their property into a self-proclaimed nature sanctuary with beautiful flower gardens. Lisa and her husband pride themselves on completing all their own landscaping. They have a never-ending list of nature related projects that seem to continue to grow each year.
Sue Schmid
Donor Relations Officer
Sue plays a vital role at the Community Foundation by helping identify new donors, understanding their passions, and supporting the team in fostering lasting relationships. She finds her work deeply fulfilling, as it gives her the chance to work alongside some of the most incredible, intelligent, and generous people.
In her free time, Sue cherishes moments with her family, especially her three adored granddaughters—Sloane, Oakley, and Wren. During the warmer months, she enjoys gardening, the challenge of golf, and taking long walks with her furry four-legged family member, Marley. A devoted fan of all things Christmas, Sue delights in reminding her colleagues throughout the year just how many days are left until Christmas morning—ready or not!
Audrey Sochor
Program Officer
Audrey is the fearless leader of the program team. She works with many of our grantmaking and scholarship committees, and is happy to help our local organizations do great things by making connections and helping with funding requests.
In her free time, Audrey likes to read, garden and binge watch shows on Netflix and Hulu while she takes sabbaticals from the gym. She also suffers from a severe case of wanderlust and travels to places near and far as often as she can. Her journeys have included overseas voyages to the Galapagos, Costa Rica, Norway, Morocco, Italy and the Czech Republic, along with many domestic travels, including several trips to her favorite place for adventure - Washington State.
Debbie Sta Cruz
Donor Relations
Assistant
Debbie is originally from the Philippines and moved to the United States with her family in 2000.
As the Donor Relations Assistant at the Community Foundation, Debbie thrives in managing data and loves exploring all the possibilities with tools like Excel and Stellar. She’s always eager to learn new things and improve her skills.
What she loves most about her role is seeing the positive impact of the foundation’s work—whether it’s supporting food pantries, providing scholarships, or helping fund important community programs. Collaborating with organizations, donors, and philanthropists to make a difference is something she’s truly passionate about.
When she’s not working, Debbie enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling to new places, experimenting in the kitchen cooking diverse cuisines and baking, and getting creative with crafting and decorating. She’s also a nature lover and takes great care of her plants, especially her succulents.
Family is everything to Debbie, and she makes it a priority to visit her two sons and their families in California at least twice a year. She’s grateful for the foundation’s support in helping her stay connected to the people who mean the most to her.
Kevin Totty
Rest in peace, Kevin. You will always be remembered and loved.
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Kevin Totty, a beloved community leader, mentor, and friend. Kevin was a man of many hats, both literally and figuratively, using each one to represent the countless roles he played in our lives and our community.
Born and raised in Detroit, Kevin’s life was shaped by the values of community and service, passed down from his father. He dedicated himself to bringing people together, breaking down barriers, and fostering connections that would strengthen the fabric of our community.
Kevin’s work with the Community Foundation and his involvement in various organizations, touched countless lives. His passion for mentorship and his commitment to lifting others up were the hallmarks of his life’s mission. He had an incredible ability to make everyone feel valued and understood, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Even as he faced his own battle with cancer, Kevin remained focused on his purpose, viewing it as an opportunity to mentor even more people. His unwavering strength and positive spirit were an inspiration to us all.
Kevin is survived by his loving wife Jessica, their five children, and his cherished grandchildren. His legacy will live on through the many lives he touched and the community he loved so dearly. Though we will miss him deeply, we find comfort in knowing that his influence will continue to be felt for generations to come