DIRECTOR - PRESIDENT

Jess spent many years helping patients navigate through diagnosis, treatment and the recovery process of breast cancer while working with Dr. Julie Raymond, at the Breast Specialty Clinic. She loved being able to offer personal and compassionate support to her clients as they walked through the treatment process. She found joy in helping survivors find healing in their physical appearance after surgery, by becoming a Certified Mastectomy Fitter and establishing the BeYoutiful Bratique, a specialty bra and prosthesis boutique.

 Having lost her grandmother to breast cancer, and knowing many breast cancer warriors, serving on the board of the Black Hills Road Trip of Hope is a cause near and dear to her heart. She finds great satisfaction in supporting breast cancer warriors as they find their inner strength to face this difficult diagnosis and heal from the emotional scars left behind.

 Jess works as a Realtor in the Black Hills community and has partnered with many non-profits. She is the mother of four boys and three pups. In her spare time, she enjoys getting lost in music, art and breathtaking scenery, baking, decorating and spending time with loved ones.

DIRECTOR - VICE PRESIDENT

Kelli Olmsted has been serving on the board for Black Hills Road Trip of Hope for the past several years.   Kelli has worked with the board to increase our fundraising campaigns to support the mission of assisting our Breast Cancer Warriors in and around the Black Hills by providing education and financial assistance as they fight this battle. Kelli has enjoyed being an advocate as well as working to raise funds to be able to help as many warriors as possible.

 Kelli is currently an Occupational Therapist at The Physical Therapy Center in Rapid City and Sturgis. Kelli has been an Occupational Therapist for over 20 years working in several different settings (skilled nursing facility, home health, and outpatient) She is very passionate about working with individuals to gain and return to independence and increase their quality of life.  

Kelli is married to Bryan and has two children, Blake and Kade.  Blake is currently attending school in Bismarck pursuing his academic and baseball career. Kade is currently a student at Stevens High School and is active in Track and Field. When Kelli is not working, she is trying to keep up with these boys at the baseball field or track. Kelli loves to hike and spend time with friends and family all over the Black Hills, often with her dog Kimber and Kora.  

DIRECTOR - TREASURER

Brad has a long history of volunteering his time for worthy causes. He has been on several Boards throughout his life and really enjoys being a part of Black Hills Road Trip of Hope with their focus on providing help to those brave breast cancer warriors dealing with a challenging time in their life’s journey. Brad grew up in Blunt, SD and spent most of his life in Pierre. He is married and has three daughters, so this cause is very near and dear to his heart! In his spare time, he enjoys riding his Harley, running back to the ranch every now and then to help out, and just being outside. Brad has been in the financial and banking industry since graduating from college.

DIRECTOR - SECRETARY

Chris shows great enthusiasm and investment regarding helping others with his community involvement. Cancer is an incredibly personal diagnosis and Chris is passionate to assist the board with providing not only financial assistance, but also promoting education and awareness of breast cancer. From multiple cancers found in his family, including breast, Chris is passionate about providing support in any way he can to benefit our Breast Cancer Warriors. Chris is a Branch Manager at Black Hills Federal Credit Union.

DIRECTOR - COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Susan is a Black Hills Road Trip of Hope co-founder. She serves as the community engagement person for the Black Hills Road Trip of Hope, working to connect with Warriors and supporters throughout our service area. She is a wife, mom, and grandma, and has spent over 30 years in marketing and non-profit organizations. Susan was diagnosed with Stage 3 triple negative breast cancer in 2011. Joining the survivor community showed her that all warriors travel unique journeys and face so many different challenges. She is committed to finding ways to support all warriors on their road to health, healing, and peace.

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Christina serves as one of the Black Hills Road Trip of Hope- co-founders. Christina is born and raised in South Dakota.  She is a nurse, wife, and mother.  Her two beautiful daughters are her motivation and support for volunteering on this and other breast cancer boards.  Christina has served on local breast cancer boards since June of 2015.  As a women’s imaging nurse at Dakota Radiology, she has a strong passion for early breast cancer detection and support. She wants to be able to offer hope and support to those diagnosed in our area.

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After completing treatment for breast cancer, Holly wanted to be part of something that helped other warriors when they needed it most. Cancer is a difficult enough journey; financial worries only serve as a terrible distraction from the real battle. Holly is proud of what we do at Black Hills Road Trip of Hope to help remove barriers for patients so they can focus on completing their treatment plan. She is the Chief Administrative Officer for Black Hills Federal Credit Union.

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Mary learned early that service is the price she pays for being human. As a breast cancer survivor, she feels passionate about joining this group of committed people as they strive to make a difference for breast cancer warriors in this area. The fact that all funds go to help individuals in need on their cancer journey helps Mary know she is in the right place, at the right time, on the right path.

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Beth comes to Black Hills Road Trip of Hope with passion and experience in supporting Breast Cancer Warriors. She served as the Breast Cancer Navigator at Monument Cancer Care Institute for nearly 10 years and now works as a Nurse Case Manager, continuing to help Cancer Warriors and all patients. Beth has a personal connection to breast cancer, as both of her grandmothers and her best friend are warriors. She is one of the founding members of Black Hills Road Trip of Hope and has served as an Advisory Board Member since the nonprofit's inception, recently transitioning to a board member. Beth is excited to further her impact as a member of the Board of Directors. 

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Alex joined the board in 2025, focusing on social media outreach and awareness. 

 She is currently a stay at home mom and spends her days chasing around her four-year-old son. Alex married her husband, Chad, in 2018. Together they have four children.

 Alex spends much of her time taking her son to gymnastics, jiu jitsu, and swim lessons. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading (and attending book club), and playing video games.