Rob has been a part of the Mission since 2010; he moved into the director role in 2013. Rob’s area of focus is the overall operation and health of the organization. Prior to his time at the Mission, Rob worked for Hospice of the Red River Valley in a variety of leadership roles and before that at the Ronald McDonald House in client services and facilities management.

Tom joined the New Life Center team in February of 2017. Tom directs the dining services, janitorial services, facilities and maintenance, as provides oversight of the Thrift Store Operations. Prior to joining the mission Tom worked in health care administration for 25 years. He is a registered nurse and holds a master’s degree in Nursing Administration.

Neal has been part of the Mission since 2014.  Neal oversees the Program Department which consists of programming, supervision of shelter and case management staff, and database administration.  Before joining the Mission, Neal was an Associate Pastor at First Assembly in Fargo.  Neal holds a bachelor degree in Family Science and Childhood Development from North Dakota State University, and a graduate degree in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University. 

Stephanie has been part of the Mission since May 2017.  Stephanie oversees the Development Department and brings over 10 years of marketing, advertising, event planning, project management and customer service experience to the position.  Stephanie holds a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Jay has been part of the Mission since 2014. Jay’s areas of focus involves church relations, service clubs and corporate relations as well as public speaking.  Prior to joining the Mission, Jay worked in career development and leadership in higher education for 27 years.