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Advisors

Our knowledgeable and experienced advisors are all Certified Career Service Providers (CCSP) and support schools and students throughout Montana. They focus specifically on serving remote Montana communities.

Check out the map below to find which advisor serves your region, click here to see a list of the schools served by our advisors.

Map of the Montana regions and schools that Reach Higher Montana advisors serve
Region 1 - Western Montana
Mike Lincoln, CCSP
Mike Lincoln, CCSP
mlincoln@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 253-4685
Education and supporting students is in my blood. I’ve had nearly 30 years in the Montana education system and I’m excited to help students in a new capacity!
Region 2 - Southwest Montana
Jodi Heard, CCSP
Jodi Heard, CCSP
jheard@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 860-6757
I have 30 years as a small, rural Montana school teacher and counselor. I am excited to meet new people, become a part of different communities and engage with students and educators across Montana.
Region 3 - North Central Montana
Michelle Crazy, CCSP
Michelle Crazy, CCSP
mcrazy@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 945-2089
Education has always been my passion. I am proud to assist our youth in finding and understanding the resources that are available to them and to help them reach their dreams of higher education.
Region 4 - Central Montana
Andy Begger, CCSP
Andy Begger, CCSP
abegger@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 220-4487
Education and career readiness opens so many doors. We need to be able to help students find the best avenue to prepare them for their careers. We want students to be able to contribute positively to society by doing what they love.
Region 5 - Eastern Montana
Beth Petro, CCSP
Beth Petro, CCSP
bpetro@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 690-5265
I enjoy working with young people. To see them start with a career dream or goal and be able to guide them through the process is rewarding. Students are our future and the future is brighter than ever.

Corporate

Our Corporate Office is located at: 7 West 6th Ave Suite 615, Helena, MT 59601
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5209, Helena, MT 59604
Phone: (406) 422-1275, Toll free: (877) 265-4463, Fax: (406) 495-7852.
Give us a call or send us an email. We’d love to help!

Executive Director
Kelly Cresswell
Kelly Cresswell
kcresswell@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 422-1275, Ext. 804
I value connection and collaboration. Connecting with Montanans who share our vision fuels our ability to be strong partners in important work to benefit Montana’s students.
Outreach Director
Jason Butcher, CCSP
Jason Butcher, CCSP
jbutcher@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 366-0777
I’m excited to be making positive connections and building strong partnerships that will ultimately help students to be successful and achieve their dreams, goals, and aspirations!
WBL Collaborative Director
Gabrielle Eklund Rowley
Gabrielle Eklund Rowley
growley@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 422-6809
I am passionate about helping individuals and communities thrive. I am excited to build collaborative relationships and provide valuable opportunities for young Montanans!
Student Services Director
Rhonda Safford
Rhonda Safford
rsafford@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 422-1275, Ext. 800
I love the work that we do, particularly with foster care youth. Our work makes a difference in their lives and I learn so much from them!
Marketing Director
Kelli Street
Kelli Street
kstreet@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 422-1275, Ext. 805
Connecting with students and informing them of their options after high school is so much fun! They are hungry for information and I enjoy delivering it to them in creative ways.
WBL Collaborative Data Analyst
Ian Beagles
Ian Beagles
ibeagles@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 431-1436
I enjoy using data to show the advantages CTE and Work Based Learning programs provide to both Montana students as they begin their careers and the employers hiring these students.
Programs Manager
Steven Coop, CCSP
Steven Coop, CCSP
scoop@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 880-1145
I am passionate about ensuring all students in Montana have the resources and supports they need to be successful. I especially enjoy working with programs designed specifically for students in Foster Care.
Digital Marketing/Communications Mgr
Cullen Gilbreath, CCSP, CDMP
Cullen Gilbreath, CCSP, CDMP
cgilbreath@ReachHigherMontana.org
(406) 285-1107
Education is really important to me and I love showing students the educational opportunities that are out there. They are so lucky to live in an age where education is so accessible!

Not sure who to contact? Email us at info@ReachHigherMontana.org and we’ll connect you to the right person.