About
committed to the children in our community
Mission & Vision
Our mission is to advocate for a safe and permanent home for abused and neglected children in Yellowstone County. Our vision is to provide a highly trained volunteer Advocate for every abused and neglected child in the Yellowstone County court and foster care systems.
Core Values

Boldness
We are committed to being an innovative, proactive, tenacious, professional champion of change for children.

Cultural Awareness
We embrace the power of diversity and actively seek opportunities to foster cultural competence throughout the CASA organization.

Engagement
We expect committed individuals to give their best efforts, actively participate and invest themselves in CASA and its mission.

Professionalism
We present ourselves in a way that earns the trust and respect of the community at all levels of the CASA organization.

Teamwork/Collaboration
We are members of a larger team where thoughts and creativity are encouraged and shared in a positive, enjoyable environment.

Transparency
We openly share information, as permitted by CASA confidentiality policies, in a manner that demonstrates accountability and good stewardship of resources.
Meet Our Team
Our Staff

Drew MacLeod
Executive DirectorDrew MacLeod
Executive DirectorDrew MacLeod has a deep background working with at risk youth and adventure programming. Originally from Minnesota he came to Montana after working with Native American youth in South Dakota. Drew worked for many years in outdoor experiential programs in Montana, South Carolina and Colorado. Drew and his wife, Kat, a Montana native, moved back to Billings in 2011. He joined CASA of Yellowstone County in 2013 as Program Coordinator, eventually becoming the Program Director. Along the way he served two youth as a volunteer CASA. Drew & Kat have been married for over 22 years and enjoy all Montana has to offer. Drew earned his degree at Minnesota State University -Mankato not far from his hometown, Grand Meadow.

Shayla Fox Brown
Program DirectorShayla Fox Brown
Program DirectorShayla Fox Brown oversees the CASA Program team, volunteer Peer Coordinators, and volunteer Advocates in her role as Program Director. She was born and raised in Billings, Montana. She graduated from CSU San Marcos with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and has a Master of Science in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University. She was previously employed at Rocky Mountain College as the Experiential Education Coordinator, where she managed the Office of Community Engagement. She wanted to join CASA to bring her experience in volunteer management and passion for serving vulnerable populations.

Emily Gaudreau
Development DirectorEmily Gaudreau
Development DirectorEmily Gaudreau oversees the fundraising and volunteer recruitment of the organization. Emily is a graduate of the University of Mary in North Dakota with a Bachelor of Science in History. She became involved in CASA through her desire to build a strong community and serve vulnerable populations. Prior to her work with CASA, Emily worked in the Billings community as an AmeriCorps VISTA, and with the Moss Mansion Museum.

Laura Molodecki
Recruitment & Outreach CoordinatorLaura Molodecki
Recruitment and Outreach CoordinatorLaura Molodecki supports the volunteer recruitment of new Court Appointed Special Advocates to serve children in the Yellowstone County foster care system. In her role as Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator, Laura also engages with the local community and oversees the event planning for the organization. Originally from Missoula, Laura moved to Billings to attend Rocky Mountain College where she earned a BA in Fine Art and a Minor in Writing. After working in Yellowstone National Park for three summers Laura returned to Billings and worked in a variety of things including events, art galleries, and the Yellowstone Art Museum. Wanting to do more for the community and children Laura joined CASA to help those children in need.

Sherri Carlson
Training CoordinatorSherri Carlson
Training Coordinator
Carrie Porter
Program Coordinator, Intake SpecialistCarrie Porter
Program Coordinator, Intake SpecialistCarrie Porter works with Peer Coordinators and Advocates in her role as a Program Coordinator, as well as acts as staff liaison with the Department of Children and Family Services. Born and raised in Colorado, Carrie and her family moved to Montana in 2020 to pursue new opportunities and everything that beautiful Montana has to offer.
She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology/Criminology with a minor in Psychology from the University of Southern Colorado. She has spent the past 16 years working for the Department of Human Services in Colorado. Carrie joined CASA to utilize her passion and knowledge for strengthening families and improving outcomes for children.

Tyra Klein
Program Coordinator, ICWA FocusTyra Klein
Program Coordinator, ICWA FocusTyra Klein works with volunteer advocates and peer coordinators as a program coordinator with an ICWA (Indian Child Welfare Act) focus. She was born and raised in Billings, Montana. She graduated from Rocky Mountain College with a Bachelor of Science double major in Sociology and English Literature. During her time at Rocky Mountain College, she was a peer mentor, student ambassador, and an English teacher’s assistant. She is thrilled to be able to support the Montana community through CASA.

Alyssa Guerrero
Program CoordinatorAlyssa Guerrero
Program CoordinatorAlyssa Guerrero joined CASA staff as a Program Coordinator to support Peer Coordinators and Advocates. Alyssa recently moved back to Billings to finish her undergrad in Human Services at MSUB and was previously interning with a local nonprofit. Over the last decade, Alyssa has traveled and lived in several countries and states, gaining a better understanding of the world’s cultures. Alyssa is eager to find new ways to advocate for Billing’s young people and be a positive influence in their lives.

Patty Muir
Operations CoordinatorPatty Muir
Operations CoordinatorPatty Muir joined the CASA office as the part-time Operations Coordinator. She has a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education/Special Education, and a Masters of Education in Multidisciplinary Studies from MSU-Billings. Patty taught over 30 years and spent 8 years at the Office of Public Instruction in both Special Education and Accreditation divisions. Her passion and commitment to working on behalf of Montana children led her to CASA.
Board of Directors

Dallas Pender
President

Clayton Gregersen
Vice President

Brittney Mada
Treasurer

Lynne Roccisano
Secretary

Ursula Richter
Member

Lisa Ranes
Member

Jenn Weber
Member

Maria Gnecco
Member

Lindsey Musaquat
Member

Clayton Barnes
Member

Holly Hintz
Member

Charlie Jackson
Member

Nate Nunberg
Member
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