Robert Stenson
Doris Savron – Vice President
Doris Savron is the Vice President of the Career Connectors board and the Vice Provost – Colleges, Assessment, and Curriculum at University of Phoenix. Savron’s career spans 30 years in healthcare, information technology and academia. She has held a number of leadership roles in her tenure with the University of Phoenix. Prior to joining the University, Savron spent 10 years in leadership roles in healthcare operations, rehabilitation services and information technology consulting.
In her role as Vice Provost, she oversees all strategy for degree, certificate and course offerings, design of curriculum, and student learning outcomes for the University. She works collaboratively with her team members to innovate academic solutions that enable the University to provide exceptional student experiences and learning environments to support student success. Prior to her role as Vice Provost, she served as Executive Dean for the Colleges of Health Professions, Education and Humanities and Sciences, where she led strategy and execution within her respective areas.
Savron currently serves on the board for the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce. She holds a master of business administration from Cleveland State University and is completing her doctorate in management in organizational leadership from University of Phoenix.
Linda Luman
Currently at Achieve, Linda brings her extensive experience leading people strategy in fast growing, high performance organizations with a passion for employee engagement and enablement. With expertise in Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Succession, Learning & Development, Linda defines success as getting the right talent, in the right place, at the right time in all areas of the business. As Achieve experiences accelerated growth, she will ensure they continue with their strong culture of respect, openness, teamwork and passion for excellence.
At Achieve, Linda leads their Talent Acquisition, Human Resources and Training and Development functions. Her background includes HR leadership roles at GT Advanced Technologies and United Rentals. At United Rentals she was recognized for creating “Women United” career advancement program. She has a BA in Business Management.
DeAnne Russell
I’m a passionate advocate for building high-performing teams in the healthcare industry. For over two decades, I’ve been instrumental in shaping talent acquisition strategies that have directly impacted the lives of millions. My current role as System Vice President of Talent Acquisition at CommonSpirit Health allows me to leverage my expertise to recruit and retain the individuals who deliver compassionate care to 1 in 4 Americans. Working with an outstanding Talent Acquisition team, we historically process approximately 50,000 hires yearly for our healthcare locations across 24 states.
Beyond my professional work, I’m deeply committed to serving my communities. I serve on the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation Board, chair their healthcare collaborative, and was appointed to the Town of Payson’s Parks and Recreation Commission, actively working to strengthen the region’s healthcare ecosystem and the quality of life in Payson. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband of over 30 years, our three grown daughters, and two grandchildren, and I love traveling and being outdoors. I’m driven by a commitment to innovation, creating exceptional candidate experiences, and building a strong employer brand that attracts and retains top talent dedicated to our mission and the well-being of our communities.
Jian Boldi – Treasurer
After graduating from Arizona State University with a degree in Business Management and a certificate in Entrepreneurship, Jian Boldi began his career in personal finance. The field gave Jian an opportunity to do what he loves – helping people, while also using his financial skills. In addition to his degree from ASU, Jian has a certificate in Personal Financial Planning from UCLA which he received with distinction.
In each year from 2013-2018 Jian has been awarded the Five Star Financial Professional Award and included in the September issue of Phoenix Magazine.
When he is not working as a Financial Advisor, Jian is very active in the community. In addition to volunteering with Career Connectors and serving on their Board of Directors, Jian is a member of the Chandler Lions Club and a volunteer with the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation.
In his spare time Jian enjoys spending time with his wife, Jennifer, their two sons, Scott and Grayson, and three Chihuahuas.
Kristy Bach
I currently serve as the President at Know Your Talents (KYT), a premier management consulting partner working with leaders to enhance culture and optimize performance at every level. Our expertise is centered around four key principles: helping businesses know, grow, include and inspire their employees. We’ve served countless companies in every industry over our 20 year tenure, helping them get to the root of what makes their employees tick, provide them a roadmap for growth, give them a voice in their organization and cultivate strategic alignment. My colleagues would say that I am able to immediately connect with, consult, and inspire individuals across every level and discipline, building trust and authentic relationships with clients, team members and peers.
Prior to joining KYT, I was with BestCompaniesAZ, a leading Arizona Marketing Company. I have always been passionate about aligning top talent to top organizations having spent over two decades in the staffing and recruiting industry. I served in a COO capacity for ten years at The Finders, a Phoenix based staffing firm, specializing in Technology, Human Resources, and Finance/Accounting. I began my career as a recruiter, then stepped into business development, and ultimately leadership roles for Talent Tree Staffing.
I consider myself an “Arizona Native” having lived in Arizona since I was 14, relocating from the Philadelphia area. In addition to serving on the Career Connectors Board of Directors, I also serve on the GCU Colangelo College of Business Advisory Board. I’m a proud graduate of the University of Arizona and enjoy spending time with my husband and our two grown children and their spouses, and friends. I also enjoy community involvement, running and exercise in my free time.
Kevin Dumcum
Kevin has been the Director for Regional Workforce Development for WESTMARC since June 2022. Prior to that, he spent seven years as a Business Services Representative and Business Services Team Supervisor for Maricopa County Human Services Department/ ARIZONA@WORK Maricopa County. Kevin has given numerous presentations on workforce development services, labor market information, and job search employability tips to government and private boards, service groups, and job seekers. In addition to stints at a couple of local-area non-profit organizations, Kevin had a long career as an account executive and data analyst for a global market research company.
Kevin is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and looks forward to the day when they finally reach the Rose Bowl. He enjoys running, hiking, watching really bad movies, attending to his massive comic book collection, and is an avid Elvis Presley fan.
Jessica Pierce Founder/CEO
Jessica Pierce is a visionary leader and tireless advocate for career empowerment. Jessica serves as the Founder and CEO of Career Connectors. Through her innovative initiatives, Jessica has emerged as a driving force, guiding over 74,000 individuals through the intricate maze of the job market to achieve unprecedented career success.
Jessica is a keynote speaker on a national level. Her keynote talks are transformative journeys that ignite motivation and empower audiences to seize control of their careers within their current organizations or as they venture into new territories. With a unique blend of leadership insight, networking finesse, and an unwavering commitment to empowerment, Jessica captivates audiences and equips them with the tools to navigate the complexities of the professional world and unlock their full career potential.
Her outstanding contributions have earned her prestigious accolades, including recognition as an Outstanding Woman in Business by the Business Journal and A Woman who Moves the Valley by Arizona Foothills Magazine.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Jessica leads a life guided by purpose and faith. She finds joy in travel alongside her husband and three teenager/adult kids, cherishing the moments that enrich her journey both personally and professionally.
Bill Serva
Bill has been working in IT for over 25 years across several industries, including foodservice distribution, retail, and not-for-profit companies. He is currently the Chief Technology Officer at Moon Valley Nurseries.
Over the course of his career, Bill has managed organizational technology initiatives to build scalable technology solutions that support rapid growth. Specifically, he has led several digital transformational efforts, including cloud-based POS solutions, and the consolidation of legacy systems to world-class enterprise applications.
Bill holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He has also held the Project Management Professional credential since 2013.
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Frank Schab – President
A psychologist-turned-marketing executive, Frank has built a distinguished career in branding, helping businesses launch new brands and revitalize existing ones across both domestic and international markets.
As the co-founder and CEO of Six Degrees, Frank leads a team of strategy and creative experts dedicated to delivering actionable, one-of-a-kind branding and marketing solutions. Under his leadership, the firm specializes in brand planning, social marketing, online branding, and experiential brand development, ensuring clients achieve meaningful and lasting connections with their audiences.
Prior to Six Degrees, Frank was a Managing Partner at Interbrand on Madison Avenue, a Global Vice President at Opinion Research Corp and a Senior Research Scientist at GM R&D. Frank has a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Yale University and a bachelor’s degree from Knox College. Frank grew up in Chicago and Bavaria, Germany. He is married and has two adult sons.
Frank is an avid traveler, occasional scuba diver, and connoisseur of good food, fine wine, and engaging conversations. He speaks fluent German and restaurant-adequate French.