Our Team

We're Proof That Recovery Is Possible

Every one of our staff members has either successfully been through the recovery process or had the consequences of addiction affect their life in some way. So when we say we get it, we really do. It’s these shared experiences that help us connect with our men and create a strong community of acceptance, understanding, and trust that leads to long-term sobriety.

Paul Scudo

Chief Executive Officer

pscudo@stepdenver.org

Paul Scudo was named Chief Executive Officer in September of 2023, with a focus on building partnerships to bring Step’s model into communities across the country. He previously served as Executive Director (2016-2023) and Director of Programs (2015-2016), bringing extensive expertise and experience in the addiction recovery community, coupled with a 27-year career in senior management for leading global hospitality companies. Prior to Step, Paul worked at the University of Colorado’s CeDAR Addiction Treatment Facility. Paul is in recovery from the disease of addiction, and he was homeless for two years as a consequence of his addiction. Now a locally recognized recovery leader, Paul serves on the Board of Advance, operator of Aurora’s Regional Navigation Campus.

Meghan Shay

Executive Director

mshay@stepdenver.org

Meghan Shay was named Executive Director in September of 2023, previously serving as Director of Fund Development & Marketing (2019-2023). Prior to joining Step, Meghan served in leadership roles with a large behavioral healthcare organization that provided the full continuum of services, as well as a police department where she created an Amnesty with Treatment Program for people struggling with addiction. Meghan’s current role is a continuation of 20 years of dedication – both professionally and through board service – to addiction recovery, mental health, and reentry programming for people exiting prison. She serves on the board of Advance, the Regis Criminal Justice Advisory Board, and the CO Providers Association. Meghan is grateful for the men of Step who have the strength and courage to recover.

Jaime McMullen Garcia

Mission Advancement Officer

jgarcia@stepsprings.org

As the first employee of Step Springs, Jaime joined in 2024 to support advancing the mission in Step’s second location, Colorado Springs. A native to Colorado Springs with 20 years of fundraising experience, she has supported veterans, seniors, and families facing food insecurity. Jaime has also served as a philanthropy advisor for numerous nonprofits and philanthropists regionally and nationally. Her decades with the University of Colorado culminated in Jaime overseeing the successful execution of the UCCS Ent Center for the Arts capital campaign. She is an adjunct professor at Pikes Peak State College and Purdue University Global. Jaime’s personal connection to Step’s mission fills her with deep gratitude for those who are willing to embrace a community of recovery and do the work to regain their lives.

Sean Hoy, CPFS

Director of Programs

shoy@stepdenver.org

Sean Hoy became a resident of Step 13 (now Step Denver) in January of 2016. While in the program, Sean was hired as the Intake Coordinator and was later promoted to a peer coaching role as a Recovery Support Manager (RSM). He became certified as a Colorado Peer and Family Specialist in 2017 and continued serving as an RSM for four years. In July of 2021, Sean took on the role of Director of Programs. He is devoted to working diligently with the Programs Team to ensure that Step upholds its core principles and provides the best services to as many men in need as possible.

Stephanie Landree

Director of Administration

slandree@stepdenver.org

Stephanie Landree became Step’s Director of Vehicle Donations in February of 2018, served as the Assistant Executive Director for 5 years, and has been the Director of Administration since May of 2024. She has worked in the nonprofit sector for 17 years, as well as in senior management for large retail operations for 20 years. Stephanie has extensive business development and operations experience, previously raising revenue via vehicle donations and gala events for one of Colorado’s largest nonprofits.

Andre Podpolucha

Director of Operations

apodpolucha@stepdenver.org

Andre Podpolucha became a resident at Step Denver in September of 2022. While in the program, Andre was hired as the Overnight Facilities Coordinator, then was swiftly promoted to the Facilities and Program Support Manager. In May of 2024, Andre assumed the role of Director of Operations. Andre has over 10 years of experience in security, facility and operations, and has functioned as a manager and director on a global scale for fortune 500 companies. He is devoted to working with the team to ensure that Step provides a safe, secure and clean environment for the residents, so that they can focus on their recovery.

Amy Shaw

Director of Fund Development & Marketing

ashaw@stepdenver.org

Amy Shaw joined Step in October of 2023. She has an extensive background in business development, and since moving into the nonprofit sector five years ago Amy has raised significant support for both direct service and advocacy organizations in the human services sector. Amy shares an understanding of what the men at Step are going through, as she is also in recovery from the disease of addiction and alcoholism. Amy lends her experience both personally and professionally to advance Step’s mission, and she is grateful to all of those who continue to support in helping men find freedom from addiction.

Vincent Turnbull

Director of Vehicle Donations

vturnbull@stepdenver.org

Vincent Turnbull is a graduate of Step 13 (now Step Denver) and has served the organization in multiple roles over the course of 16 years including Intake Coordinator and Executive Assistant to former Executive Director Bob Coté. Vincent is currently the Director of Vehicle Donations.

Mark McCright

Career Counseling Manager

mmccright@stepdenver.org

Mark Ayres

Admissions Coordinator

admin@stepdenver.org

2019 Step Alumnus

Jack Brahm

Fund Development & Marketing Coordinator

jbrahm@stepdenver.org

Derrik Bunyon, CPFS

Recovery Support Manager

dbunyon@stepdenver.org

2020 Step Alumnus

Santiago Ceja, CPFS

Recovery Support Manager

sceja@stepdenver.org

2012 Step Alumnus

Angelo Lucero, CPFS

Recovery Support Manager

alucero@stepdenver.org

2022 Step Alumnus

Jason Schooley, CPFS

Recovery Support Manager

jschooley@stepdenver.org

2019 Step Alumnus

Eddie Torres, CPFS

Recovery Support Manager

etorres@stepdenver.org

2014 Step Alumnus

Abraham Hansen

Sober Home & Program Support Manager

ahansen@stepdenver.org

2016 Step Alumnus

Marvin Fischer

Friday Overnight Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Kevin McCarthy

Weekday Overnight Facility Coordinator

2023 Step Resident

Frank Miera

Facility Operations Coordinator

2023 Step Resident

James Neault

Weekday Facility Coordinator

2021 STEP Alumnus

Nickolas Neff

Weekday Overnight Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Sean Newell

Weekday Overnight Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Greg Spreer

Weekend Daytime Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Taryn Weber

Weekend Daytime Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Alumni

Brian Root

Friday Overnight Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Derick Bruno

Weekend Overnight Facility Coordinator

2024 Step Resident

Mark Soane

Board Chair

Appian Ventures — Managing Dir./Founding Member

Luke Niforatos

Vice Chair

Smart Approaches to Marijuana - Executive Vice President

Aleah Horstman, PhD

Secretary

HEALTHONE — CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES

Ted Ramsey

Treasurer

Attorney — Self Employed

Ryan Sahd

Board Member

Union Bank & Trust - Colorado Regional President

Matthew Tepoorten

Board Member

CHARLES SCHWAB — VICE PRESIDENT — FINANCIAL CONSULTANT