
Meet the Team
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Kelly Bull
Executive Director
Kelly Bull brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted commitment to community engagement to her role as Executive Director. Hailing from a tight-knit neighborhood in Georgia, Kelly understands the transformative power of strong community bonds. Her journey includes graduation from Leadership Pikes Peak's Signature Program and Hey Neighbor's Neighborhood University, where she honed her advocacy skills and nurtured her passion for vibrant communities. Her tenure as a teacher and entrepreneur running her landscape design business has endowed a unique perspective on community dynamics. Notably, Kelly’s previous involvement as a board member of Hey Neighbor underscores her dedication to fostering positive change at the grassroots level.
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Amy Miller
Neighborhood University Facilitator
A Colorado Springs native and newly retired English teacher, Amy Miller brings a lifetime of passion for education, community, and connection to the Hey Neighbor team. With 37 years of teaching experience, Amy has spent decades cultivating curiosity, empathy, and critical thinking in the classroom—skills she now brings to Neighborhood University. A proud alumna of District 11 schools, Colorado College, and UCCS, Amy’s roots in the city run deep. To our team, she brings her love of her hometown and her deep desire to bring neighbors together to build an even more vibrant city.
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Lelia Gibson-Green
District 4 Community Coordinator
Lelia has resided in the southeast region of Colorado Springs for over 30 years. She has over 25 years in the nonprofit sector with a deep and committed mission to educate, equip, and empower neighbors in the southeast community. She has volunteered countless hours on steering committees, neighborhood boards, and advocacy groups. Lelia finds her drive and passion from a conviction of faith to use her voice to bring awareness, dignity, and justice to all people within her community. Her motto is to “talk the talk” and “walk the walk.” In her spare time, she finds joy in creating artistic expressions through mixed media.
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Heather Briggs
District 3 & 5 Community Coordinator
Heather has called Colorado Springs home for nearly 40 years and brings a deep love for her city and neighbors to her role. Heather is known for her joyful spirit, love of gathering people, and passion for connection through food. Whether she's hosting front yard barbecues, sharing cookbooks from her oven-shaped Little Free Library, or delivering pies with a purpose, Heather is always finding ways to bring neighbors together and uplift local nonprofits. She’s an enthusiastic volunteer, a committed neighborhood advocate, and a believer in the power of small gestures to build community. Heather is excited to continue creating vibrant, inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, welcomed, and valued.
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Marilyn Dawson
District 1 Community Coordinator
Marilyn is a passionate wellness advocate and experienced community organizer dedicated to nurturing healthy individuals and resilient neighborhoods. With a background as a Registered Nurse, Esthetician, and Chaplain, Marilyn brings a holistic approach to her work—blending mental, physical, and spiritual wellness with community connection. She has led countless events focused on healing and empowerment, creating safe and uplifting spaces for neighbors to learn, engage, and grow together. Marilyn excels in building trust, facilitating meaningful conversations, and forming partnerships across sectors. She believes that when individuals heal, communities thrive—and she’s committed to walking alongside neighbors on that journey.
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Bailey Ashida
District 2 Community Coordinator
Bailey has lived in Colorado Springs for five years, but she’ll always be a small-town girl at heart. She grew up in a farming community where showing up for your neighbors wasn’t optional, it was just how things were done. Her professional background is a mix of higher education administration, tourism management, and restaurant marketing. With degrees in sociology and leadership, Bailey brings a strong sense of advocacy and cultural awareness to her community work. When she’s not popping up at a local event or out walking her dog on one of Colorado Springs’ beautiful trails, she’s likely hunting down a new restaurant to try, cracking open a fantasy book, or planning her next adventure abroad.