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Board President

Daniel White is a native of Washington and grew up in Port Orchard on the Kitsap Peninsula. He is an indigenous member of the First Nation Tsimshain tribe. Daniel has been in recovery from substance misuse and mental health challenges since December of 2021. He previously lived with undiagnosed and untreated chronic depression, which started very early in life and resulted in a variety of unhealthy coping mechanisms.

Since overcoming 40 years of addiction, Daniel has developed a commitment to helping others on their journey to find recovery and reach their fullest potential. Daniel has recently obtained certification as a Recovery Coach, Mental Health First Aid Provider and Alternatives to Violence Workshop facilitator. He truly believes that living a life that is full of peace, love and joy is the birthright of every human life. Recovery is possible for everyone, and Daniel is on a mission to spread kindness and compassion throughout our communities. He currently serves as Board President.

Board Vice President

Kristie McLean is a certified coach, facilitator, global storyteller and community activist skilled in creating safe spaces to deeply learn, connect and transform. Her advocacy of crucial social issues has taken her to more than 50 countries on six continents. Kristie was a Non-Violent Communication prison volunteer for 3 years before shifting to reentry efforts. She is a co-founder of Communities of Belonging and currently serves as Executive Director. Using holistic models from more than 25 years of leadership practice, Kristie uses restorative modalities, emotional intelligence and hosting work to restore relationships, transform systems and create a world where everyone belongs.

Secretary/Treasurer

Michael Maddock was born in Turkey and is a 55 year-old former security analyst. He currently serves as the Board of Directors Secretary/Treasurer. Michael spent most of his professional career as a security specialist in California after receiving his Computer Science Degree. After a brief incarceration, he has used his time at the Restorative Home to create stable underpinnings for himself and make plans for the next stages of life.

Dr. Lynn Howell is an Associate Professor Emeritus from City University of New York, where she taught masters students in mental health counseling and was Chair of the Department of Educational and Community Programs at Queens College. While studying for her Ph.D., she conducted chemical dependency groups at the nearby Blackfoot Reservation and re-entry groups at a women’s state prison in Idaho. In addition to serving on the Board, Dr. Howell assists with grant writing and provides expertise regarding chemical dependency and mental health.

Rory Andes is a combat veteran who served honorably in the U.S. Army with two tours in Iraq. After coming home to an unstable environment, and further failings that led to prison, Rory discovered a profound connection between the experiences of combat and the challenges of incarceration. He advocates for the importance of adequate support systems following traumatic events, recognizing that true recovery and success are achievable when these experiences are comprehensively understood. Rory emphasizes that the restorative process requires more than just a list of support contacts; it demands a holistic approach that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. Known for their ethical and compassionate approach, Rory is a passionate supporter of Communities of Belonging, where authenticity and genuineness are paramount in their everyday operations. Through his work, Rory continues to champion the idea that with proper support and a genuine sense of community, individuals can overcome significant life challenges and thrive with all of life's battle scars.

Rodney grew up in Seattle until age 15. Due to bad choices he was incarcerated from age 15-59. During the first years of his 44 years of incarceration, Rodney thought he would likely die in a prison riot. "I was a skinny kid, in an adult prison. I was a fish out of water." Eventually, guided by the wisdom of others inside he began to take advantage of positive programming, receiving his high school diploma and AA degree. He participated in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT,) Thinking for a Change, Black Prisoners Coalition, and Bridges to Life. Rodney ran the reentry program Interaction Transition, and is a certified facilitator for Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP.) He was an adult basic education tutor for many years as well as serving in a multitude of other leadership positions.