Jenn Davis // Executive Director + Co-Founder

Jenn Davis is a gift to this community. You would be hard-pressed to find someone with as big of a heart for children with complex needs as Jenn Davis, which is why parents have wholeheartedly entrusted their children to her care and expertise over the last 20+ years.

Born and raised in Ventura County, Jenn received her undergrad from UC Irvine and then made her way to Eugene to receive her Master’s in Special Education from the University of Oregon.

With extensive experience working with youth (ages birth to ten) with a variety of disabilities, Jenn found her passion in teaching youth with unique mobility, communication, and cognitive challenges. She says: “In the last several years, I have discovered that teaching is not a career of choice, it’s a path that is set before individuals who never accept defeat, who see every possibility, and find the strengths in others.”

Jenn is a Life Skills teach for the Creswell School District and lives in Creswell with her husband and two daughters. When not advocating and teaching, Jenn and her family love to get outside in the sunshine, build legos and puzzles together, and she enjoys painting and reading.

Jenn finds inspiration in Temple Grandin’s quote, “I am different but not less.”

jenn@circleoffriendsschool.org

Katie Urhausen // Board President + Co-Founder

Katie Urhausen is one of those ambitious types who always wants to lend a hand. Not one to sit still for long, or to shy away from a challenge, this born and raised Oregonian, University of Oregon graduate, and mom of three has been on a mission to see Circle of Friends come to life. Inspired by her oldest daughter Jovie, who has a severe and undiagnosed syndrome (yet conquers life in spite of it), Katie knows that Circle of Friends is an organization that Lane County desperately needs.

With a background in PR, marketing, and advertising, Katie brings to Circle of Friends experience as the former Creative Director at Oregon Athletics and as the current Creative Director at Deployed Logix – a family business that assists first responders all over the globe through innovative disaster preparedness products.

Always in the mood to be productive or try something new, when Katie isn’t branding product lines or baking cookies for the kids in her life, you might find her teaching a cycle class, buried in a book, spinning some vinyl, or researching “anything that will make me better.”

katie@circleoffriendsschool.org

Luke Lonstron // Board Vice President

Luke Lonstron seem to be everyone’s friend, and that’s not a surprise because this straight-shooting, hardworking, social butterfly is always up to something good.

Born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, this Marist High School graduate received a B.S. in Business Administration and Economics from the University of Oregon, setting the foundation for his entrepreneurial side to flourish.

Luke’s businesses include Confluence Development (market-rate housing developer), Liberty Housing Group (affordable housing developer catering to low-income and formerly homeless veterans), Lonstron Hospitality Renovations (general contractor specializing in large-scale remodeling projects), and Lonstron Hospitality Group (hospitality development, management, and marketing consultation).

When not managing the heck out of multiple projects, you might find Luke cooking, sailing, woodworking, traveling whenever possible, doing crossword puzzles, and “talking to animals and making terrible music.”

Luke joined the CoF board because, “I value the empowerment of all individuals and believe education, love, dignity, and trust to be the foundational cornerstones of establishing and maintaining that empowerment.”

luke@circleoffriendsschool.org

Callie Barnes // Board Secretary

Callie Barnes is one cool cat. Always calm, collected, and very motivated, this born and raised Portlander made her way to Eugene to study at the University of Oregon where she found herself working for the University of Oregon Football program. After almost a decade of traveling the country for games and hustling under pressure, Callie got to keep her Nikes on as she went back north to take a job at – you guessed it – Nike.

Callie has now been innovating at Nike since 2015, where she currently has the title of Field Sports Product Merchandiser, which basically means she makes everyone on the sidelines look very, very good.

When not traveling the globe for work, you might find Callie hanging with her husband and extended family, taking a spin class, playing with her main man (dog) Bauer, or getting ready to expand her own little team with a daughter due this winter.

callie@circleoffriendsschool.org

Jena Dawes // Board Treasurer

Jena Dawes is someone that anyone could use on their team. Jena brings a humble confidence to each scenario and we sure are lucky that she didn’t hesitate when asked to be on our board.

Another Portlander who made her way to Eugene to study at the University of Oregon, this accountant knows her numbers. With experience specializing in governmental audits, individual, corporate and not-for profit tax, as well as working in the private industry, Jena is just the woman to bring balance to the books for Circle of Friends, and let’s just say she really knows her stuff.

In all her spare time (especially in April), Jena enjoys hiking, going on road trips, and doing “just about anything the beautiful Pacific Northwest has to offer.” Jena is an avid traveler, self-taught cook, and loves to get lost in a good book.

jena@circleoffriendsschool.org

Florien Deurloo

Florien Deurloo is a Lane County legend when it comes to Early Intervention. She has been an Autism/Behavior Consultant and Early Interventionist/Early Childhood Special Educator with Early Childhood CARES since 1992. Working primarily with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, significant behavior issues, or who are experiencing multiple, complex needs, Florien is certainly a leader and mentor in her field. With extensive experience working with families via home visits, leading parent trainings, coaching, support in community settings, and helping families to connect with community resources, we certainly realize how fortunate we are to have Florien’s expertise on our team.

On top of the already impressive resume, Florien has extensive experience as a classroom teacher of young children impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder, and teaches parents through Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.

Florien is happily married and has lived in Eugene since 1979.  She has adult twin sons, both of whom got married two years ago. When she’s not fiercely advocating for others, Florien loves to read, bead, and go for walks.

Pat Crawley

When our crew needs some solid legal advice, we turn to our resident lawyer and friend Pat. Not one to beat around the bush, Pat has been keeping our t’s crossed and i’s dotted since early 2020 as a member of the CoF board.

This born and raised Oregonian (hailing from the little town of Cottage Grove) is another Marist High School grad, attending Pomona College post-high school and then returning to Eugene to study law at the University of Oregon – and where Pat has owned Crawley Law (where he specializes in Estate and Family Law) since 2017.

When’s he’s not in the courtroom, you might find Pat celebrating the great outdoors by fly fishing or spending time with his family and loved ones.

We are so grateful to have Patrick and all our other accomplished teammates to guide this organization. 

Kate Lonstron

Kate Lonstron is one of those people who feels like sunshine. Born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, Kate went to Marist High School where she says that the beauty of their mantra “We Are One” stuck with her. She says that everyone deserves to be treated equally – no one is better than the other – and since we’re all in this life together, “let’s make it the best.”

Kate has been with Dutch Bros for nearly a decade and is currently the proud Regional Operator of Dutch Bros Eugene.  Dutch Bros uses coffee as a tool to serve love and build relationships, which is something Kate excels at.

When not hustling for Dutch Bros, Kate loves spending quality time with her family and friends, watching and playing sports, and “bringing genuine happiness to others in this life we get to live.”

She says: “The reason I was thrilled to have the opportunity to join the Circle of Friends board was simple: Every child deserves the best and having the opportunity to be a voice in bringing education, health and happiness to the children in our community is a gift.”

Michelle Saunders

Meet Michelle Saunders. This born and raised Minnesotan’s curiosity for the world around her led to a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry at Union College in Nebraska. From there, Michelle made her way to Loma Linda University in California where she received a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration. Since then,Michelle has spent nearly 15 years at Sacred Heart Medical Center here in Eugene, serving in roles from Financial Analyst to her current position as Quality and Improvement Manager.

Aside from some of her hobbies such as water sports, cooking, online shopping, knitting/crocheting, and organizing (“LOL!”), Michelle generously gives of her time to nonprofits. As a former president of the Active 20-30 Club (among her wide-ranging volunteer experience), Michelle understands the value of working with others to do good. As she said, “Volunteering gives me perspective and the opportunity to focus my energy outward. I’m always in awe of how much we can accomplish when we come together for a common cause; the power we have in unity and the beauty of community. It’s inspiring and motivates me to do and be better – for myself, my family and the community I serve.” 

Jordan Love

Jordan Love is one of the best humans around and we are so fortunate to have him on our crew. Born in South Korea and adopted through Holt International (founded locally in Creswell, Oregon) when he was four years old, Jordan grew up in Oregon and Alaska and has been living in Eugene for the last 18 years. In what can only be described as “full circle,” 13 years ago Jordan went to work at Holt International, where he currently holds the position of Donor Relations Manager.

Standing at three feet tall, Jordan is generous about sharing his experience with Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia Congenita Dwarfism. With over 10 surgeries so far – most of them at Shriners Children’s Hospital – Jordan realizes that the world wasn’t built for his size and he has a strong desire to make it more accessible to people with disabilities.

When not advocating for others, Jordan enjoys all kinds of sports, both playing and watching. He is an avid fan of the Oregon Ducks and Trail Blazers and enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, and various arts.

Jordan acknowledges that he wouldn’t be where he is without the help of those around him. Passionate about being a voice for those like himself, both in the disability community and through child advocacy, Jordan is excited to be part of Circle of Friends and in helping youth live the lives they deserve.