Leadership Team and Board of Directors

Gina is recognized for her work in innovation, with a distinguished academic career focused on breakthrough innovation in large organizations. She has co-authored three books and published more than 75 academic works on the subject.

While retired from Babson College, Gina continues to serve as Faculty Director for the Corporate Innovation Practice in Executive Education, where she teaches, researches, and advises leaders on strategic innovation. Before Babson, she was on the faculty at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where she led the Entrepreneurship Center, helping launch a number of student and faculty-led start-ups,  and served as Associate Dean.  She has served on the Board of Directors of the Product Development and Management Association, a nonprofit organization devoted to innovation.

Gina brings deep expertise in scaling ideas and guiding organizations through growth and change—insight that is especially valuable as Fostering Hope expands nationally.

She lives in Albany, New York, with her husband, Patrick. Their three grown children and their families are spread across the country, each doing their best to make the world a better place.

Kate is an experienced executive coach and organizational leader who works with senior leaders to navigate complex change and achieve meaningful results. She brings deep expertise in leadership development, organizational strategy, and talent systems across a wide range of industries, including global corporations, nonprofits, and government organizations.

Prior to founding Inspirati Leadership Solutions, Kate served as Global Vice President of Learning and Organization Development at Vertiv, a $5B global technology company operating in more than 40 countries. There, she led enterprise-wide transformation efforts, including restructuring global business units and building the company’s talent, succession, and leadership development systems.

Earlier in her career, Kate held multiple leadership roles at the Center for Creative Leadership, where she helped shape global leadership programs and worked directly with executives from around the world. She is also a published author, including co-authoring the book Becoming a Strategic Leader.

Kate brings a unique blend of strategic insight and relational leadership to Fostering Hope, helping guide the organization as it grows and scales its impact nationally.

She holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Organizational Psychology from Saint Louis University and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois.

Kate and her husband, Chris, live in Colorado and have two adult sons.

Vince is the founder and President of Colarelli Construction, a commercial construction company, and Colarelli Custom Homes, a residential building company based in Colorado Springs. Through his leadership, both companies have built a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and long-standing relationships in the community.

In addition to his professional work, Vince is actively engaged in local nonprofit leadership, serving on multiple boards and contributing to the strength of the Colorado Springs community.

Vince brings an entrepreneurial perspective and deep commitment to community-building to Fostering Hope, where he serves as President of the national organization.

He holds degrees in Architecture and Architectural Engineering from the University of Kansas and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Stanford University.

Vince and his wife, Janet, live in Colorado Springs and have three children and a growing family.

Nick is the retired COO and Executive Vice President of Hunter Engineering Company, a global leader in automotive service equipment and technology whose products are used in vehicles and service systems around the world. During his tenure, he played a key role in advancing engineering innovation and operational excellence within the company.

An accomplished inventor, Nick holds multiple patents and has spent his career at the intersection of engineering, product development, and large-scale manufacturing.

Nick brings deep technical expertise and executive leadership experience to Fostering Hope, along with a long-standing commitment to the organization’s mission and growth.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Washington University in St. Louis, MO.

Nick and his wife, Karen, live in St. Louis and have three children.

Patrick spent more than 10 years in public accounting firms before starting his own practice. He has extensive experience advising businesses and individuals on complex financial, legal, and tax matters. His work spans corporate, transactional, and advisory roles, where he brings a disciplined and strategic approach to decision-making and governance. He has also served on his church’s finance committee.

Patrick provides valuable financial and legal insight to Fostering Hope, helping ensure strong stewardship as the organization grows and expands its national footprint.

He lives in Albany, New York, with his wife, Gina. Their three grown children and their families are spread across the country, each doing their best to make the world a better place.

Dr. David Carron is a board-certified gastroenterologist based in Wisconsin, known for his compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. In addition to his clinical practice, he has served on multiple healthcare boards. He remains actively engaged in community organizations and in medical education at the VA Medical Center in Milwaukee.

David has been closely involved with Fostering Hope since its earliest days, offering steady guidance and support as the organization has grown. Through his perspective in healthcare and his long-standing commitment to the mission, he brings a thoughtful and grounded voice to the board.

He lives in Milwaukee with his wife, Angela, co-founder of Fostering Hope.

Kenneth is a General Sales Manager at Praxair, Inc., a global leader in industrial gases and engineering. In his role, he leads and manages a regional team of sales professionals across Southern California, overseeing complex customer relationships and driving growth across diverse industries.

With more than a decade of experience at Praxair, Kenneth has held multiple leadership and territory management roles, building expertise in operations, strategic account management, and team leadership.

Kenneth brings a strong execution-oriented perspective to Fostering Hope, with a focus on translating strategy into action and supporting sustainable growth as the organization expands nationally.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree and is based in Southern California.

Chris is a mechanical design engineer with experience across the automotive, industrial, and medical sectors. His career has focused on product design and development, where he brings a thoughtful, problem-solving approach to complex challenges.

As Secretary of the Board, Chris contributes a steady, detail-oriented perspective and a commitment to helping the organization operate with clarity and consistency as it grows.

Chris lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with his wife and family.