Staff Directory
Evelyn Lemly, Chief Executive Officer,
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| Evelyn Lemly is the CEO of Kairos Prison Ministry International, where she has been a catalyst for positive change since January 2013. Evelyn embraces a vison and makes it reality through her sound decision making. She is an inspirational leader respected for her incredible work ethic and integrity. Evelyn earns a seat at the table wherever she serves.
Under her leadership Kairos currently serves in over 500 institutions and communities throughout the world sharing God's love and forgiveness to those affected by incarceration.
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Evelyn's experience spans the corporate and nonprofit ministry sectors in areas of executive leadership, strategic planning, program and business development, fundraising, marketing, and communications including brand innovation, creative development and media relations. Her passion for the ministry is demonstrated by her tireless work on behalf of men, women, youth, and their families affected by incarceration. She serves as President of the Correctional Ministries and Chaplain Association, leading the Executive Committee and Advisory Board. She also serves the Advisory Board of The Correctional Ministries Institute, a department of the Billy Graham Center for Evangelism at Wheaton College. She participates and hosts the Fourth Day Ministries annual forum. She is a supportive and active leader in her church.
Evelyn earned her Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina State University and her MBA from Columbia Business School at Columbia University in New York.
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Jaime Ramirez, Chief Operating Officer,
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| Jaime A. Ramirez is a dynamic and visionary executive with a proven track record of propelling brands to new heights through innovative and strong business plan strategies. With over 12 years of experience in the corporate world, Jaime has consistently demonstrated a unique ability to blend creative thinking with data-driven insights, delivering impactful results that resonate with both consumers and stakeholders.
Working with several major retail brands across the country such as Amazon, Walmart, and Costco, Jaime fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, inspiring teams to push boundaries and achieve exceptional outcomes.
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Beyond the boardroom, Jaime is deeply committed to serving others, guided by a steadfast faith in Jesus Christ. His passion for service is reflected in his involvement as a worship leader in various local churches since a very young age (15), where he has dedicated to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Jaime believes in leading with integrity and compassion, principles that underpin both his professional endeavors and personal mission to uplift others.
Jaime earned his Bachelor's degree from Full Sail University and leadership training from Northwestern University and Dale Carnegie Programs.
Craig Combs, Men's Ministries Coordinator,
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| Craig was born in Lebanon, Indiana and attended Indiana
University in Bloomington, receiving a BS in Microbiology and a Masters
in Health Administration. His family moved to Florida and he stayed
behind and worked in the Finance Office of the Indiana University School
of Optometry for 22 years. He served in the local Emmaus & Chrysalis
Communities for about 10 years, which led to serving on his first Kairos
team in 2007. Since then he has served on two Advisory Councils, been an
Ad Hoc member of the State Committee, led a Kairos Weekend, and been an
AKT trainer from 2012 until 2017. He has been actively involved in
Community Bible Study as a Teaching Director, as well as serving as an
Assistant Teaching Director for an In Prison and Beyond Community Bible
Study class in Plainfield, Indiana.
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Kevin Resnover, Youth Ministries Coordinator,
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| Kevin is a native of Indiana and attended
grade school through college in Indianapolis. Before moving to
Florida in August of 2005, he worked in city government for 25
years in the positions of Assistant Director/Youth Program Counselor
for the Summer Youth Work Program, District Superintendent
for DPW/DOT, Affirmative Action Manager, Special Projects
Manager and Contract Manager. He served as the Executive
Director of Mentoring With A Mission, Inc., is an ordained
minister and has served as a Youth Pastor and Pastor of Worship.
Kevin has also served on various non-profit boards.
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Tina Davis, Women's Ministries Coordinator,
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| Tina has been a professional trainer in the medical field for the past several years. Tina has an Associate in Science, Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with the concentration of Religion and Medical, a Master of Divinity in Community Chaplaincy, and a Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling. She is also a certified Master Life Coach, and a Certified Enrichment Marriage and Relationship Facilitator. She has a passion for women’s ministry and is excited to be serving in Kairos.
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Andy Perry, Executive Administrative Assistant,
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| Andy was born in Hamburg, Germany, and moved to Windham, Connecticut at age 9. She attended Eastern Connecticut State University to study Psychology then moved to Florida. She has worked administratively for over 30 years and received her AS in Graphic & Web Design in 2011 from DeLand Technical College. She has worked in higher education and the continuing education industries for over 8 years before joining Kairos in 2018. She is passionate about animals and rescuing dogs. She currently lives in Deltona with her adult son and two rescue dogs, Isaiah and Paige.
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Monika Hesse, Administrative Assistant,
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| Monika was born and raised in the Hudson River Valley area of New York and
moved to Florida shortly after high school. She has worked as an Executive Assistant and Human Resrouces Manager for
many years and has a 20-year background in HR. She
also worked for Digital Equipment Corporation where she developed a love of working with computers.
She joined Kairos Prison Ministry in March of 2016. Monika loves animals and gardening, and volunteers with
animal rescue efforts in her neighborhood. She has a grown daughter, two grandsons,
and two small dogs named Leo & Luna.
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Kimberly Bloom, Administrative Assistant,
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| Kimberly was born in Sanford and moved to Texas when she was 23. In Texas she heard a sermon titled “not for yourself were you born but for the whole world” and she instantly knew she was born for something bigger than herself and has lived her life working in different ministries throughout Texas impacting the lives of many for Christ. She currently lives in Orange City, Florida and is so excited to be a part of Kairos Prison Ministry International.
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Bill McVay, Marketing and Communications Specialist,
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| Bill is a native of Northern Virginia and has worked for a number of local and national nonprofits in the Washington, DC area in the marketing and fundraising arena. Bill attended Christopher Newport University where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Marketing. Later went on to get his MBA in Marketing & Management from Virginia Tech. Shorlty before joining Kairos, Bill moved to Orlando six years ago and is excited to assist in getting the word out about Kairos.
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Kris Buchanan, National Controller,
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| Kris, and her husband Patrick, have been married for 21 years and have three children. All three are currently in college and enrolled at Florida Gulf Coast University (Genevieve), University of Central Florida (Caroline), and University of Florida (Liam). Although born in Louisiana, Kris has lived all but 6 months of her life in Florida. She grew up In West Palm Beach and moved to Orlando to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Central Florida. She has worked with several non-profits in Central Florida and started her own non-profit, T.E.A.R.S., Inc., in 2010 to support the homeless animals in Seminole County. She is a big pet lover and has one dog (Josie) and three cats (Jamie, Mina, and Bernie). She is excited to join our mission!
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Jennifer Bray, Bookkeeper,
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| Jennifer is honored to be part of the team! Born in Arizona, Jennifer’s family moved to Central Florida when she was two. She attended schools in the Central Florida area, graduating from Apopka High School and receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Accounting from the University of Central Florida. Jennifer is a proud mother and grandmother, who enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering within the community.
On the leadership team with her church (Life Focus Ministries), Jennifer is a Holy Spirit-filled woman of God, with a desire to encourage, uplift and edify others from a heart of love, compassion, and empathy. Women’s ministry is her passion overall, but she has a heart for all of God’s creation from various walks of life and diverse backgrounds. Jennifer is grateful to God and looks forward to building relationships within the Kairos community!
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Angie Quezada, Marketing Manager,
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| Angie Quezada is a former weekday Evening News Anchor where she dedicated 10 years in local television. Angie began her news career in the Mississippi Delta at WABG, she then worked in Greenville, North Carolina at WNCT. Angie brings experience not only in TV and radio, but also in digital marketing where she worked with several non-profits and local businesses. She is a graduate of Southeastern University in Lakeland FL, where she earned her degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Angie has always had a heart to serve and make a difference in the community through volunteering. She believes strongly in the power of one’s story and testimony, and the ability for it inspire, teach, and change the world. She’s passionate about encouraging others to live an honest life with purpose. She’s excited to serve with Kairos in this new season.
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