Our Board
Lisa Knudsen
President & Founder
A proud mother of two, Lisa has served in the non-profit sector for over two decades. Since co-founding Erie UpLink in 2011, she has worked tirelessly to develop partnerships with schools, local businesses, churches and other non-profits to create a network of caring in the Erie community. Lisa is the heart of the organization and an inspiration to those of us serving alongside her.
Camie Nemeth
Vice President
A long time volunteer with Erie UpLink, Camie is thrilled and honored to serve on this amazing board. She is a wife, mom of three, lover of the outdoors, and advocate for strong schools, faith and families. Camie cherishes being a part of such a generous community that is eager to help and love their neighbors.
Joey Mauldin
Director of Visual Communications
After 10 years in corporate marketing, Joey transitioned to consulting and freelance graphic design so she could work from home while her kids were young. She has worked with Erie UpLink in one form or another since its founding and we are thrilled to welcome her to the board in a more robust role. Her creativity and vision help bring our story to life.
Heidi Mcdonald
Treasurer
With a degree from the Nebraska School of Business, and 21 years as Finance Manager for Delmc Builders, Heidi brings a wealth of fiscal expertise to the organization. A working mother of three girls, she also used her financial skills to benefit the schools, serving as Treasurer of Erie Elementary PTCO and member of the EHS Booster Club.
Community Liaisons
Jenna Bullard
Community Connections Liaison
As past President of the Erie Elementary PTCO and co-host of the Erie Mom Prom, Jenna's fundraising experience is a huge asset to Erie UpLink. She recently obtained her MLIS and is now the Librarian at Erie Elementary. Her connections with students and teachers at that school are invaluable to our organization!
Jennifer Jones
Special Events Liaison
As the as the Director of Community Outreach at Calvary Bible Church, Jen has worked alongside Erie UpLink for years, organizing food drives, packing Tiger Packs, filling Stockings, and serving at Summer Lunches. Her event planning and management experience ensures that our drives and packing events are smoothly run.
Lynne Khanna
Tiger Packs Liaison
A wife and mom to three boys, Lynne has volunteered with Erie UpLink for over eight years. She has lived in Erie for 17 years and is grateful to be part of such a giving community. In her spare time Lynne loves hiking, biking and travel.