The People Behind the Mission
Our board brings together experienced leaders who share a commitment to helping every child discover what they're capable of. Together, they provide the governance, expertise, and strategic leadership that guide the KidPitch Foundation's mission.
Before launching KidPitch, we worked closely with parents, teachers, clinicians, and other professionals to develop a program that is engaging, academically sound, and accessible for children with a wide range of abilities and learning styles. That collaborative approach continues to shape our programs and guide our future growth.
Jessie Dennerline, MBA
Founder & Board Member
Jessie Dennerline is the founder of the KidPitch Foundation and KidPitch, an organization dedicated to helping children build confidence, creativity, and real-world skills through joyful, hands-on entrepreneurship experiences.
A lifelong entrepreneur and nonprofit leader, Jessie has spent more than two decades creating programs that help children and families thrive. Her professional background includes founding multiple businesses, leading community initiatives, and serving families of children with disabilities through her work at the Utah Parent Center.
As the mother of two children, including a son with learning differences, Jessie has seen firsthand the importance of creating environments where every child feels valued, capable, and included. She founded KidPitch after recognizing that many children lacked opportunities to practice real-world skills in ways that were engaging, meaningful, and accessible.
Jessie believes children are brilliant creators, confidence is built through experience, and every child deserves the opportunity to discover what they're capable of.
Meet the Board
Dustin Zvonek
Principal at 76 Group
Principal at 76 Group; former President & CEO of Young Americans Bank and Young Americans Center for Financial Education. A veteran public affairs and government relations leader, he previously served as an at-large Aurora City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem.
Michael Panzarella
Founder & CEO, ArcCentrx
Fintech and AI executive with 20+ years at the intersection of banking, fintech, and technology, including as CTO, CPO, and CFO at companies such as Square/Block and Green Dot. He has directed over $2.1 billion in banking, technology, and consumer-retail initiatives.
Jennifer Mickelsen
Pro Trades Solutions
MSA, CSP. Operations Manager at Pro Trades Solutions and a Certified Temporary-Staffing Specialist, focused on improving the trades industry one person at a time.
Justin Pratt
Managing Partner, Intermountain Legal
Managing Partner at Intermountain Legal, a Sugarhouse-based firm specializing in Estate Planning, Family Law, and Criminal Defense across Utah.
Joanna Sutherland
Program Administrator, Utah Department of Health — Crisis Services
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA, LBA) who uses evidence-based practices to create positive, lasting change for clients and their support networks.
Cerra Teng
Founder, Cultivate — Adjunct Professor, University of Utah
Design strategist bridging design, technology, and systems thinking, with a background in Chemical Engineering, Product Design, and an MBA exchange at INSEAD.
Kaili Aiono
Director of Development, Utah Parent Center
Director of Development at the Utah Parent Center, leading fundraising efforts for the organization.
Christina Sargent
Orthopedic Physician Assistant, Intermountain Healthcare
Physician Assistant with many years of experience helping patients at the Foot and Ankle Clinic, bringing a background in orthopedic and clinical care to the board. Christina is also a KidPitch parent, with young entrepreneurs of her own who have attended camp.
Curriculum & Program Advisors
In addition to our board, these teachers and advisors generously shared their time and expertise to help build the KidPitch program. We're deeply grateful for their contributions.
Jennifer Stark
Teacher, Midvalley Elementary
Amy Wall
Former Teacher; Executive, Utah Parent Center
Alexis Dopp
Marketing & Business Advisor, LEFA Collective
George Wright
Business Advisor & Principal at Luminary Capital
Eric Larsen
Branding Strategist, Magnify Creative
Lana Stoddard
Design & Branding Strategist, Schnau Haus Design
Trusted, Transparent, Accountable
The KidPitch Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 42-3520794). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
As we grow, we're committed to transparency with our donors and community — including publishing annual reports and financial summaries so you can see exactly how your support is making a difference.