WHO WE ARE


Our staff is full of passionate advocates and trained forensic interviewers all focused on furthering our mission of empowering hope to the children and individuals we serve.

Meet the Cherish Team

Wendy Gamble

Executive Director/Forensic Interviewer

Courtney Hoffmaster

Forensic Interview Program Director

Kelly Reiff

Assistant Director/Trauma Care Specialist

Forensic Interviewer

Rachel Metzler

Alyssa Pearson

Lead Family Advocate

Kristen White

Family Advocate


The MDT

The Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) is the heart of the CAC's response to allegations of a crime. The goal of the MDT is to quickly respond to concerns of child abuse and to determine the best response for the child and family. Our MDT is dedicated to safety and healing for every child and family. The MDT includes law enforcement, The Department of Child Services, prosecution, victim advocacy, medical, and mental health professionals.

Board of Directors

Our board consists of dedicated leaders from the community who are committed to making the world a better and safer place for everyone.

Executive Officers

Board President

Tammi Nash

Chief Nursing Officer, Riverview Health

Board Vice President

Mitch Thompson

Director, CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA)

Nate Pyle

Secretary

Lead Pastor, Christ’s Community Church

Treasurer

Michele Goff

Accounting Manager, AgReliant Genetics LLC

Board Members

Honorable Jerry Barr

Cherish Founder, Superior Court Judge

Kevin Rider

KDR Enterprises

Dan LaReau

Director, Arrive

Allison Nicholson

Operations Manager, Ruoff Music Center

Angela Adle

Fishers Police Department

John Pirics

Crime Scene Investigator, Carmel Police Department