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.

Programs Operations Manager
Heather@heyneighbors.org

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.

Neighborhood University Facilitator
Amy@heyneighbors.org

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.

District 1 & 2 Community Coordinator
Melissa@heyneighbors.org

Melissa returned recently to her native state after 20 years in Florida. She is grateful to be back in the mountains and already loves her new neighborhood. Passionate about creating meaningful connections and will find any excuse to celebrate someone or something, and with a background in non-profits, hospitality and event planning, Melissa loves bringing people together through fun experiences that foster belonging, friendship, and a stronger sense of community. As a lover of good food and coffee she welcomes any local recommendations. 

District 3 Community Coordinator
Maria@heyneighbors.org

A Colorado Springs native and proud alumna of D2 schools, PPSC, and UCCS, Maria seeks stories, new experiences, and knowledge to better understand her neighbors and the place she calls home. Her studies in Colorado history and geography, including a thesis on Chicana/o/x History in Colorado, have helped her forge relationships with diverse groups and deepen her understanding of the city. Maria loves engaging with neighbors through local third spaces: gardening, playing games in parks, hiking, stream clean-ups, and visiting libraries, museums, and coffee shops. As a graduate of Neighborhood University, a member of Unity Project's Up and Rooted Cohort, and a former Community Curator at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, Maria is passionate about connecting neighbors to the stories and resources that keep us curious, connected, and healthy.

District 5 Community Coordinator
Joe@heyneighbors.org

Joe Petsche traded eleven years of Portland living for the mountain views of Colorado Springs, and he's been putting down roots in District 5 ever since. A 2025 graduate of Hey Neighbor's Neighborhood University, Joe has spent years recruiting, organizing, and welcoming volunteers—from leading outdoor trips with the Colorado Mountain Club to advocating for local youth through CASA. He's passionate about sustainability, health and wellness, and getting around by bike. After attending Pikes Peak Permaculture course, he is excited to help neighbors discover what's possible on their own patch of land. A dedicated Toastmaster, Joe believes the smallest invitations build the strongest communities.

District 4 & 6 Community Coordinator
Ana@heyneighbors.org

Ana moved to Colorado Springs with her family at age seven and has proudly lived in District 4 ever since. After completing the Women's Community Leadership Initiative in 2022, she found a renewed commitment to serving her community and knew she wanted to have a greater impact. Her favorite part of her role at Hey Neighbor is attending Neighborhood Gatherings, collaborating with Neighborhood Leaders, and meeting neighbors whose dedication and passion inspire her to create positive change and help make COS a vibrant, welcoming place for all. In her free time, Ana enjoys hiking the gorgeous Colorado trails with her dogs, taking her toddler son to local parks and splash pads, and visiting the library for community events and a good book.