Who Does What

HandsOn Network is lead by a dynamic and diverse team that blends business smarts, Network experience and passion for the sector.


	Amy Smith President \| HandsOn Network Amy joined HandsOn Network in March of 2005 after supporting a variety of initiatives in the organization, including serving as Interim Director of Technology. Amy was the first HandsOn Regional Vice President, supporting all affiliates west of the Mississippi River. She was named President of HandsOn Network in 2008. Prior to HandsOn Network, Amy was the Executive Director of HandsOn San Francisco, driving the merger between HandsOn San Francisco and Community Impact to create HandsOn Bay Area, now the largest Bay Area-wide volunteer service organization. Amy has an additional eight years of corporate experience and has worked for Apple Computer on several initiatives.


	Kimberly Boyd VP, Mobilization and Impact Kimberly joined HandsOn Network in May of 2006 to develop and direct the HandsOn Schools initiative. After the merger with Points of Light Foundation in 2008, she took on new responsibilities as VP of the Programs Department (now the Mobilization and Impact department). Kimberly has more than 22 years of management experience in the nonprofit, research and government sectors, including training and technical assistance support for more than 300 Head Start programs across the Southeast and leading the development and national expansion of the Center for Creative Play, a fully inclusive family play center in Pittsburgh, PA. Kimberly, her husband and three children have called Atlanta home for 10 years. She has a B.S. degree from Duke University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh.


	Alison Doerfler Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives Alison joined Hands On Network in November of 2005 to manage and grow the Corporate Service Council and has served in a number of positions within the organization, including Associate Director of Corporate Partnerships and Director of Business Training & Consulting. Alison now works in the Office of the President, overseeing the operations of the Business Unit and managing executive projects. Alison has over 12 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, which includes working at Chicago Cares, our Chicago Volunteer Center. Alison, her husband and 2 children recently moved to Atlanta. She has a B.A. degree from Northwestern University and a Masters in Social Work and Social Policy from the University of Chicago.


	Delores J. Morton Vice President, HandsOn University Delores joined HandsOn Network in 2003. She began her career in the voluntary sector in 1994 as an AmeriCorps Member and is recognized for her expertise in supporting nonprofit effectiveness, designing and implementation of systems for knowledge management and development, and the design and delivery of training programs. In her current role as Vice President of HandsOn University, Delores provides strategic direction and vision for the National Conference on Volunteering and Service and for the management of the organization's training programs. When baseball is not in season or Delores is not enjoying a good book or video games with her husband and 3 children, she provides support as a board member to community nonprofits, serves as an editor for Charity Channel News and teaches a class in civic engagement as a part of the Bonner Scholars Program at Spelman College.


	Gary Renville Vice President, Affiliate Advancement Gary joined HandsOn Network in September of 2008 after serving 3.5 years at Metro Volunteers in a number of capacities including Development Diretor, Marketing Director, and as Associate Executive Director. Gary was originally hired as Regional Vice President, supporting all affiliates west of the Mississippi River. He was promoted to the position of VP, Affiliate Advancement in October, 2010. In his current role, Gary works with over 240 HandsOn Volunteer Action Centers throughout the United States. He has a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education from Oregon State University and a Masters in Educational Leadership from Teacher's College, at Columbia University in New York, New York. His passion for the power of volunteerism can be seen in his 20+ years experience in the nonprofit sector from serving as a camp counselor at the age of 13 to his recent appointment by the United States Tennis Association Board Chair to serve on their Committee for Diversity. In his free time he enjoys playing tennis and playing with his small but mighty dog, "Sassy".


	Jesse Salinas Jesse Salinas, VP, Strategic Partnerships Jesse joined HandsOn Network in May 2001 after spending 5 years at local affiliate Hands On Atlanta. While he has served in various capacities at HandsOn, his current role is the Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships. Before working with HandsOn Network, Jesse served various roles with Hands On Atlanta where he was the lead staff member with Hands On Atlanta Day (HOAD), Hands On Atlanta's largest event and fundraiser. Under his direction, HOAD grew into the nation's largest Serve-A-Thon. Jesse’s previous experience was with several non-profit professional arts organizations, including El Centro Su Teatro (Denver), the Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Montgomery), and the Alliance Theatre Company (Atlanta). Jesse has an MFA in Nonprofit Management from the University of Alabama and a BFA in Theatre from The University of Colorado.