Our Team
The people behind our mission - working together across borders to build resilient communities
United by Purpose
Our team spans three countries and brings together diverse expertise, all united by a shared commitment to community-led development and authentic partnership.
Jimmy Mitchell
Board President
jimmy@comunidadconnect.org
A lifelong explorer and builder with over a decade of experience empowering others to create, implement, and operate their visions. Works with Ware2Go as a growth and innovation lead for small and mid-sized businesses.
Adrian Morffi
Board Member
adrian@comunidadconnect.org
Managing Director with SeaBridge Investment Advisors and board member of Much Inc in Haiti. MBA from Emory University, CPA, CFP, and CFA charter holder with expertise in investment management and nonprofit governance.
Dr. Ben Thrower
Board Member
ben@comunidadconnect.org
Neurologist and Medical Director of the Andrew C. Carlos MS Institute at Shepherd. Senior Medical Advisor to the MS Foundation and recipient of the Norm Cohn Hope Chest Award from the National MS Society.
Dr. Karen Thrower
Board Member
karen@comunidadconnect.org
Pediatrician practicing in Marietta, GA. After visiting Nicaragua in 2014, became committed to supporting the people of Los Robles and introducing experiences to colleagues and family through medical mission trips.
Mat Mendonca
Board Member
mat@comunidadconnect.org
Works seasonally for U.S. Forest Service, former Smokejumper. Started as a CC volunteer in 2010 and collaborated on pilot community clean water program, now called Nica Agua.
Brandon Pittman
Vice Chair
brandon@comunidadconnect.org
Runs Pittman Consulting, LLC. Computer Information Systems degree, extensive defense industry experience. Active board member since 2011 and licensed Foster and Adoptive Parent in Alabama.
Dr. Roberto Vargas
Board Member
roberto@comunidadconnect.org
Bilingual second-generation chiropractor with expertise in Functional Neurology. Featured in ATLANTAN magazine's Best of the City as one of Atlanta's top health experts.
Kathy Ramsey
Board Member
kathy@comunidadconnect.org
Education degrees from University of Georgia and Georgia State. 20+ years in biopharma industry focusing on autoimmune diseases through clinical education and patient advocacy.
Katrin Koenig
Board Member
katrin@comunidadconnect.org
Native of Germany with BA from University of Bayreuth and MBA from Emory's Goizueta Business School. Chief Revenue Officer of Delta Vacations, a Delta Air Lines company.
Maria Alvarez
Board Member
malvarez@comunidadconnect.org
Started accounting career in 1994 after graduating from George Mason University in Finance. Now runs virtual company focused on helping struggling entrepreneurs, minorities, women, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ community members succeed.
Nishant Kishore
Board Member
nishant@comunidadconnect.org
Recent addition to the board bringing valuable expertise and perspective to Comunidad Connect's governance and strategic direction.
Our Team Values
What unites our team across borders and programs
Community First
Every decision starts with community needs and leadership
Authentic Partnership
Building genuine relationships based on mutual respect and shared investment
Integrated Impact
Our four programs work together - Cultural Connections, Youth Development, Together For Health, and Homes For Good
Join Our Mission
We're always looking for passionate people to join our team and mission.