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.
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.
Karen Lee
Director of Finance
For almost 28 years, Karen has overseen the Community Foundation's financial and investment responsibilities, being the Foundation's longest-standing employee and a source of its historical reference. Karen takes pride in being a part of the Foundation's impact in this region and its evolution and growth through the years.
Although her role keeps her mostly in the background, Karen knows that sound accounting and internal controls systems are critical for any organization, but particularly for charitable organizations where being accountable, creditable and transparent to donors will drive success.
Family, friends and being a mom are among Karen's greatest joys in life and spending time with them is something she takes every opportunity to enjoy. In her limited free time, Karen loves reading, crafting, traveling and attending musicals with her daughter and definitely prefers Michigan summers more than its winters. Community service and volunteering is a large part of her life, especially when she can tap her more creative, non-financial skill sets.
Sue Schmid
Donor Relations Officer
Sue helps the Community Foundation identify new donors, their passions and assists other staff in continuing to grow those relationships. She loves her job because it has given her the opportunity to work with some of the most incredible, intelligent and generous individuals.
In her free time Sue likes to garden, take long walks, hike, golf, spend time with her family, and refinish and repurpose old furniture. She also likes all things Christmas and throughout the year will remind staff how many days until Christmas morning, whether we’re ready to hear it or not.
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.
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.
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
Angie Lademer
Executive Assistant
Angie is a new member of the Community Foundation; her background includes managing daily operations and grants for a local non-profit. In her free time, she's passionate about photography, capturing everything from newborns to weddings.
Family and community are important to Angie's life. She and her husband have three grown kids and three grandchildren. They love exploring new places together, aiming to visit all 50 states. Whether they’re taking a drive, spending time on the water, or just enjoying a weekend trip, they make the most of every moment.
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.
Debbie Sta Cruz
Donor Relations
Assistant
Debbie is originally from the Philippines. She and her family migrated to the United States in 2000.
Debbie was previously employed at St. Clair County Community College for 15 years, where she oversaw various activities that promoted donor relations, college advancement, alumni, arts and culture, and community relations.
She is active in various volunteer projects and outreach programs. Debbie is passionate about serving the community and enjoys helping with fundraising events and volunteering in different community outreach, including fostering growth and interpersonal relations.
In her free time, Debbie loves spending time with her family, her husband and high school sweetheart, Joey, and their two sons, Karl and Kurt. Together they enjoy traveling and show passion for meeting different types of people, learning and experiencing different cultures, watching movies, exploring diversified cuisines, and taking cruises to different parts of the world.
They recently traveled to six countries and attended their firstborn son’s wedding to Nina in Cambodia, experiencing the vibrant tapestry of Cambodian weddings.
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!
Matt Albright
Building and
Property Coordinator
Matt, who has over 20 years of experience in construction and handyman services, oversees the repair and maintenance of the Community Foundation's buildings and properties including the Atrium Café and Knowlton Museum. He owns and operates several businesses and also has a background in hospitality and food service.
Matt has worked for the local nonprofit SONS Outreach mentoring youth for more than a decade, and in his free time he enjoys playing billiards and spending time with his family.
Shelly David, Connie Cooper & Emily Reitzel
Knowlton Museum
The Community Foundation is proud to run the Knowlton Museum in downtown Port Huron. The Knowlton family’s ice industry legacy is currently housed in the building that was donated by the family in 2020. The collection includes thousands of historical artifacts from all eras of the ice industry both locally and around the nation, as well as other historically significant pieces such as automobiles and milk industry artifacts.