Our Leaders

Danielle Fox joined MORA in December of 2023 as Executive Director. Danielle has served for the last nine years as the Health and Human Services Deputy Director for Scott County. Danielle brings with her more than 16 years of experience in the social services field.

Joe Christenson joined MORA in December, 2021 as Chief Financial Officer. In this capacity Joe leads the Finance, Accounting, Revenue Cycle Management’ and Information Technology teams. Immediately prior to joining MORA, Joe served as Chief Financial Officer for nine years at two Home Health Care Companies.

Joe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and MBA in Finance. Joe began his career working in Commercial Banking and served in Senior Management and Finance roles in two other companies prior to his engagement with Home Health Care. Joe is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Mt. Olivet and he is deeply aligned with our Mission, Vision and Values. Joe brings an analytical and collaborative management style to his areas of responsibility.

Katie Elleraas joined MORA in June of 2024 as Sr. Director of Advancement.  She has 16 years of experience as a social worker, working in waivers, care coordination, Targeted Case Management, child and adult services.  Post her time working as a social worker, she completed her MPA and went on to help develop outcomes, initiatives and new opportunities focusing on health and human services and law enforcement with the agencies she served.  At MORA, Katie will be helping to advance quality improvement, partnership efficiencies, system infrastructure improvements and expenditure savings.   

Katie believes in the equality and inclusion of all people along with the power of kindness to others.  Keeping these practices in mind when making strategic decisions has served her in keeping a collaborative and cooperative perspective, espeically with tough choices.  Personally, Katie keeps busy with kids in baseball, kids in karate, kids in swimming and kids in constant motion!

Donna Kuller joined Mount Olivet Rolling Acres as the Psychiatric Nurse for the Metro Crisis Coordination Program in March of 2000. She has over 37 years of experience in the health care industry, beginning in the hospital setting, later transitioning to the I/DD sector holding positions with Homeward Bound Inc. as their triage nurse, nurse case manager/QMRP, and nursing supervisor. Donna is a care-driven, with a focus on supporting wellness in both her professional and personal life. She is a member of the MN Developmental Disabilities Nursing Association, is FEMA trained as a member of the Eden Prairie’s Community Response Team, a member of the Hennepin County Emergency Management Team, and part of MORA’s Safety Committee. She champions a positive innovative focus to drive success within each person’s abilities.

Julie Olson joined MORA in 2016, starting up the Case Management program. Since she was young, she has had a passion for helping people, leading to over 25 years’ experience working in the social services industry. Julie has worked in vocational settings assisting individuals with disabilities find employment, as a county waiver case manager, and in residential leadership. Her passion for quality and collaborative style ensures her team delivers high quality person-centered case management to meet the needs of those served by Case Management.

Stacy Richards joined MORA in December of 2003. She has more than 15 years of experience as a Human Resources Professional. Prior to joining MORA, she was a Professional Photographer and has a Professional Photography degree, as well as a Business Management degree.
Stacy brings her creativity, enthusiasm, and high-energy to MORA. She is responsible for overseeing hiring, training of employees, personnel issues, workers compensation, and employee benefits. Stacy enjoys spending time with family and friends, spending time at the cabin, traveling and experiencing life’s adventures..

Tina Stofferahn joined MORA in January 2024 as Vice President of Direct Services, and she has over 15 years of experience in the disability services industry, most recently serving as Vice President of Employment Services at Opportunity Services.  She brings expertise in day, employment, and residential services. In her role with MORA, Tina leads the residential, nursing, recreation, and adult day services teams. 

Tina has a passion for legislative advocacy, disability education, and community integration and she takes a collaborative and strategic approach to leadership and operations. In her free time, Tina enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, traveling, and playing with her two golden retrievers.      

Stephen Blair Venable is a management consultant who works with CEOs and senior leadership teams in developing and executing multi-disciplinary strategies to improve organizational outcomes. He is also a master trainer, and he has trained his clients’ employees in nine countries across Europe and Asia. He is the President and Founder of Minneapolis-based Surgo Consulting Facilitation & Training (SurgoConsulting.com).
Prior to becoming a management consultant, Stephen had a very diverse set of professional experiences. He worked as a corporate attorney—practicing law at two of Minnesota’s most prestigious law firms; he ran a nonprofit organization where he brokered supplier relationships between Minnesota’s largest corporations and some 300 minority-owned businesses across the Upper Midwest; and he was a member of a Congressional Trade Delegation to the Middle East.
Stephen is a seasoned public speaker and has been featured on KARE 11 News, Minnesota Public Radio, WCCO Radio, the KMSP FOX 9 Morning Show, and various other television and radio programs.
Stephen holds a law degree from the Law School of the University of California at Berkeley, and a B.A. degree in English Literature from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Karen Brantner joined Mount Olivet Rolling Acres in June of 1994. She has more than 30 years of experience in the human services field. Prior to joining MORA, she worked with the elderly population at a Covenant Senior Living Community in Golden Valley, MN. Karen’s focus is on Intermediate Care Facilitates, group homes, in-home services, adult day services, and crisis services. She brings a strong sense of advocates for clients and helps MORA serve our clients more efficiently and at the highest quality level.

Shannon Gourley joined MORA in September of 2017 as a case manager for our Hennepin County team.  Shannon then went on to help in expanding our case management department by working on both our Dakota county and Anoka county teams.  Shannon was a case management supervisor for nearly 5 years before moving into the Manager role in the Fall of 2023.  Shannon has a background in K12 special education and school administration and worked in both public and charter schools for years before coming to MORA.

Shannon lives with her family in NE Minneapolis.  She enjoys going bike riding, traveling, doing puzzles and spending time outside. 

Bryce joined MORA in 2017 as a contracted case manager for Hennepin County.  He became a supervisor in 2019 and moved to the role of manager in 2024.  Bryce was a direct support professional and program lead prior to joining MORA.  He has both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Minnesota.  Bryce strongly aspires to help others improve their lives from a holistic perspective.  He is an avid lover of cats!

Tyson Hollins joined MORA in May of 2022 as a Program Director. Tyson began his career as a DSP, then an APM, and finally a PM at another residential company serving individuals. Tyson graduated from college with a BA degree in Sociology and two MA’s in Physical Education with an emphasis in Athletics.

Tyson has a high level of commitment and passion in advocating for MORA and the clients served. His focus is the client’s needs, wants, and desires, person-centered approach, working with a highly effective team, and being recognized as providing the highest quality services in the metro.

Betsy Koss has a long tenure at MORA, having worked in the residential homes and most recently in the case management department. Throughout her career, Betsy has gained extensive experience in the social services sector, working with various residential providers, supervising a day support services program, case management, and conducting MnCHOICES assessments.  Betsy places a high value on the relationships she has cultivated with individuals over the years and enjoys supporting people as they strive to achieve their goals and lead a fulfilling life of their choosing.

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Katie Mika joined MORA in 2011 and comes with a degree in Life Science Education and a passion to help those with developmental disabilities. Prior to working at MORA, Katie volunteered with Special Olympics MN. Katie works with leaders in MORA residential programs and Adult Day Services. She leads the Leadership Development Program and the Appreciation and Recognition Committee. Katie’s main focuses are advocacy for clients’ wants and needs and providing staff with the tools to be great direct service professionals.

Karin Nagel has been with Mt. Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) for 24 years.  Her employment began with us as a Behavior Analyst for the Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP), a position she held for 16 years providing behavioral assessment and training for individuals across the 7-county metro area.  Since 2016 she has continued to offer her skill, positivity, and determination for success to the MCCP Team as the supervisor and mentor of the Positive Support Specialists.  Through the various positions she’s held over 34 years in the field, Karin has extensive experience in a variety of vocational and residential settings serving individuals with significant behavioral needs. 

Beth Nord started with MORA in 1994 working as a DSP on the Victoria campus. Since then, she has worked for MORA as a Program Coordinator, Program Supervisor, and as a Behavior Analyst with Metro Crisis Coordination Program. Currently, Beth is supervising the ever-growing crisis bed system through MCCP and working with the counties to help this system continue to thrive.

Megan Ruschmeier joined MORA as a DSP in 2014. She continued to work as a Medical Specialist at the Ridge Road home while completing nursing school. She joined MORA’s nursing team in 2018 and later became Health Services Director in 2022. Megan is a Registered Nurse with prior experience as a paramedic. Megan values quality care for clients that balances personal choice and optimal health.

Angela Tupy joned MORA in March 2024 as Residential Program Director. 

Tina Scheving joined MORA in 2016 and is currently a Lead Case Management Supervisor for MORA’s Anoka County contract, previous Supervisor experience in Hennepin and Dakota County. 

Maria Schugel joined MORA in 2004 and currently oversees our Adult Day Services and Community Supports programs. She has a background in Therapeutic Recreation and is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Frances Stevenson joined MORA in 2023 as the Communications and Outreach Manager. Frances oversees internal and external communications and marketing at MORA including branding, newsletters, websites, and more. She comes from a background in nonprofit communications and community journalism.

Wayde Whelan joined Mount Olivet Rolling Acres in 1996 as a Direct Support Professional.  Wayde came straight to MORA from college and has spent his entire professional career with MORA. Wayde oversees residential programs, MORA facilities/services, capital projects and the maintenance department. His focus is the client’s needs, staff development, and providing the highest quality services as an organization to make a difference in the lives of those MORA serves.

Jay Cantine is a Technical Support Specialist for Mount Olivet Rolling Acres.

Kari Dose is the Finance Manager for Mount Olivet Rolling Acres.

Andy Dressel is the Sr. Staff Accountant for Mount Olivet Rolling Acres.