Dayton Romero
Chair

Regional Program Manager — Older Adults Technology Services from AARP

Chair – Rocky Mountain Healthcare Services Board of Directors

Chair – Pikes Peak Commission on Aging

Chair – Innovations in Aging Board of Directors

5^th Congressional District Rep – Colorado Commission on Family Medicine (Governor Appointment)

Age Friendly Subcommittee- Colorado Commission on Aging

Appointee – Colorado Digital Equity Work Group

Dayton Romero joined the Rocky Mountain Health Services Board of Directors in August 2020. Currently serving as the Mountain-Central Regional Program Manager for AARP’s Older Adult Technology Services (OATS), Dayton draws on his extensive experience to oversee programs across ten states, collaborating with national leaders to bridge the digital divide among older populations. His background in psychology and gerontology and a Master of Public Health underscores a profound commitment to creating age-friendly communities.

In his diverse leadership roles, Dayton serves as the Chair for pivotal organizations, including Rocky Mountain Healthcare Services, the Pikes Peak Commission on Aging, and the Innovations in Aging Board of Directors. Through these positions, he has become a driving force in shaping impactful solutions that address critical issues in healthcare, aging, and digital inclusion. Dayton’s strategic acumen extends to his role as the 5th Congressional District Representative on the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine, an appointment by the Governor, reflecting his dedication to improving healthcare systems.

Beyond his professional commitments, Dayton finds fulfillment in running and traveling with his partner, Celeste, and his dog, Dexter. Dayton Romero’s leadership journey exemplifies a profound dedication to enhancing the lives of older adults and creating sustainable solutions for the evolving challenges in healthcare and technology.

Helen Cameron

Secretary

Business Owner, Entrepreneur 

Helen Cameron has been a member of RMHCS Board of Directors since October 2021. Helen is originally from Scotland. She married Sam Cameron in 1981, and shortly after, they relocated to Atlanta, Georgia. While living in Atlanta, Helen managed several successful businesses, including property management, retail, and services. In January 2004, Helen Cameron helped Sam Cameron and Kevin Butcher form CameronButcher Company. In 2020, Helen and Sam moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, where they formed Thrive Commercial Partners, a successful real estate brokerage company.

Helen understands the importance of effective communication in every aspect of her life. The value of listening is not lost on her; she is a fierce advocate for her clients. Her friendly style makes everyone feel comfortable from the start. She’s a highly skilled business negotiator whose personal business experience, keen understanding of marketing, and many years in commercial real estate enable her to build confidence, form strong long-lasting relationships, and achieve results. Her generous spirit and can-do attitude make her a key member of our Board of Directors.

Jim Harris
Senior Vice President, U.S. Bank

Commercial Banker for Colorado Springs and New Mexico. He has been a banker for 38 years and served in previous roles as Community Bank President and Commercial Banking Manager for Mountain States.

Jim Harris joined the RMHCS Board of Directors in July 2023.

Jim also serves as the Chair of Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. Board of Directors and is the immediate past Chair of Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation Board of Trustees, He also serves on the board of Care Synergy which serves as the management services organization for several non-profit hospices and home health care entities across Colorado. Member of Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC Board of Governors and Finance Committee. Jim recently completed his term on the board of Peak Vista Community Health Centers prior to joining RMHCS. Jim has served as Chair of Pikes Peak United Way Campaign, on the board of directors of the Colorado Springs Downtown Partnership, Pikes Peak Regional Development Corporation, Chair of Pikes Peak Funders Forum, Chairman of the Peak Vista Community Health Centers Breakfast of Champions and has served on the UCCS Economic Forum Advisory Committee for over 15 years. Graduate of Colorado Springs Leadership Institute (Center for Creative Leadership) where he served as the chair of the selection committee. Past Treasurer of the Southern Colorado Association of General Contractors. Chaired the first annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 5K Run/Walk.

Jim and his wife Gigi have been happily married since 1999. Together they have a son, Austin, and two daughters, Sarah and Mimi. In his free time, Jim enjoys biking, hiking, and playing pickleball.

Takiyah M. Jemison
Interim Branch Manager 3 – Pikes Peak Library District

Takiyah Jemison has been a member of RMHCS Board of Directors since July of 2024. She is currently the branch manager for the Pikes Peak Library District. Takiyah holds a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from North Carolina Central University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Fayetteville State University.

David Kast
Audit Partner, Stockman Kast Ryan + Company, LLP

AICPA, CSCPA, GGF, ComCor, CPCD, PPUW, PPMHF, CSEDC

Dave Kast was a member of the RMHCS Board of Directors from October 2017 to March 2024. Dave has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Colorado State University and has been in public accounting since 1975, which includes performing, planning and supervising audits of numerous companies in virtually all segments of the southern Colorado economy. He specializes in financial institutions, healthcare, real estate and high-tech industries. Dave is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA), and has been an accredited Certified Valuation Analyst since 1998. He was appointed in 1999 by the Governor to the Board of the Colorado Education and Cultural Facilities Authority (a State of Colorado conduit debt issuer), currently serving as chairman. He serves as secretary of the Garden of the Gods Foundation.

Dave is also involved with many local community organizations, including Pikes Peak Council Boy Scouts of America, ComCor, Inc., Community Partnership for Child Development (Head Start), Pikes Peak United Way, Pikes Peak Mental Health Center, Pikes Peak Foundation for Mental Health, Palmer Land Trust and the Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation.

Bruce Minear
Retired Health Care Administrator

Bruce graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, and from the University of Denver with a Masters Degree in Business Administration. He worked as an Industrial Engineer for several years, but quickly decided his calling was in the health care field. He was a Chief Financial Officer, then Chief Executive Officer of several large physician groups throughout his career in Colorado and Virginia. In Colorado Springs, he was the CEO of Colorado Springs Health Partners, Penrad Imaging, and Mountain View Medical Group. During that time, he served: on the Board of Directors (and as President) of the National Managed Care Assembly for the Medical Group Management Association; on the Board of Directors (and as President) of the Colorado Medical Group Management Association; Board of Directors (and Executive Committee) for Downtown Colorado Springs Inc.

Bruce is now happily retired in Colorado Springs, as well as happily married for 40 years with his wife Tish.

Dan Nordberg
Market President, Bank of Colorado

Dan Nordberg is Market President for Colorado Springs and oversees the area’s branch operations and business development efforts.

Prior to joining Bank of Colorado, Nordberg worked as Director of Rural Affairs and Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration. In those capacities, he was tasked with leading national outreach to rural entrepreneurs as well as overseeing the delivery of agency loan programs across a six-state region. He also previously served in the Colorado House of Representatives, where he represented northern Colorado Springs for five years.

Born and raised in Colorado, Nordberg graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Arts. He and his wife, Maura, are the proud parents of three children and enjoy being active community members.

Rose Ann Scibona MSN, RN, NE-BC
Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer – Retired, Penrose-St. Francis Healthcare Services

Rose Ann recently retired from Penrose-St Francis Healthcare Services (PSFHS) after serving patients, families, and staff for 41 years.   She attended El Paso Community College and was hired as a new graduate registered nurse in 1981.  Rose Ann spent her entire nursing career with the organization working at the bedside in Oncology as a clinician and then progressing to a number of leadership roles ending her career as Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer in 2022.

Extremely proud to be an Air Force family, Rose Ann first moved to Colorado Springs in 1967 when her Dad was stationed at the USAFA. She enjoyed traveling the world and experiencing different cultures with her family during her dad’s military career.  With the exception of about three years, she has spent her entire adult life in the Springs and considers it home.

Rose Ann has stayed very busy since retiring by serving on the PSFHS Foundation Board, traveling, having a garden again, cooking, attending live music venues, and supporting her family.  Her entire family lives in Colorado Springs which includes her 91 year old dad, two children Whitney and Michael, and nine grandchildren ages two to 18 years old.

Now that she is home more, Rose Ann adopted two Siamese kitties from the HSPPR, Mia, and Phoebe, who have brought her a tremendous amount of joy and structure to her home life.

Rachel Sorenson, MSN, RN
School Nurse Consultant – Colorado Springs School District 11,
Chief of Case Management — Colorado Army National Guard

Rachel Sorenson has been a member of RMHCS Board of Directors since May 2021. Rachel grew up as an Army Brat, but has lived in Colorado longer than anywhere else, so it’s officially home.

Rachel has worked as a Registered Nurse since 2003. She has earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Portland and a Master of Science in Nursing in Veteran and Military Healthcare from the University of Colorado. Her past nursing experience includes Mother/Baby, Labor/Delivery, Medical/Surgical, Home Health, Nurse Case Manager, and various leadership positions from Head Nurse to Unit Commander. She currently works as a School Nurse Consultant in Colorado Springs and serves as the senior nurse for the Colorado Army National Guard. She is passionate about helping individuals achieve a better level of health so they can live life to the fullest.

Rachel and her husband Kevin have three children who keep them busy with their various activities. She loves spending her free time with her family and when possible, she likes to explore Colorado’s many trails.

Terry Duncan
RM PACE, Participant Advisory Council

Terry Duncan was born and raised in High Point, North Carolina. He graduated high school in 1978 and later pursued higher education in South Carolina. Terry was an emergency services professional with expertise as a Volunteer Firefighter, EMT and 15 years as a 911 Emergency Services Dispatcher. Terry transitioned back into the accounting field and completed his bachelor’s in accounting. He has held positions as a Warranty Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Collections, Bookkeeper, Accountant, Grants Coordinator, and Controller.

Terry has been a Rocky Mountain PACE participant since September of 2017 and is currently an active member of the PACE Advisory Committee. He moved to Colorado Springs in 2017 where he now resides with his lovely wife and best friend of 40 years. They have a son and two grandsons. Terry enjoys photography and college football.