Our Team
Sue’s Gift is powered by dedicated volunteers and staff committed to supporting Colorado women facing gynecologic cancer. From financial aid and peer mentoring to education, community outreach, and professionally licensed, facilitated support groups, our team works tirelessly to ensure patients, survivors, caregivers, and their loved ones never face this journey alone.
Meet Our Board of Directors
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Brandy Nunes
PRESIDENT
Community-focused, small business advocate, Brandy owns and operates Nunes Partners - a local insurance agency specializing in innovative healthcare solutions. She believes in helping people with an authentic, affordable, no gimmicks approach. Brandy joined the Sue’s Gift Board after experiencing a cervical cancer scare herself that also resulted in her mother and grandmother having hysterectomies at age 36 for the same reason. Originally from Dallas, Brandy graduated from California State University and worked in advertising prior to relocating to Colorado. She has served the Colorado Springs community since 2017.
In her off time, Brandy enjoys hiking, disc golf, road trips, camping, spending time with her husband and dogs, and volunteering at various nonprofits and community organizations.
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Caryn Becker
VICE PRESIDENT
In 2011, I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. It was important to me to find survivors and those that supported survivors. Thankfully I found Sue’s Gift right away. I’ve been volunTEALing for them ever since. I became a board member because I know how important this organization is to the community. It’s been so rewarding to watch the organization grow from a $25,000 a year budget to what it is today.
In my spare time I love to read, hike and camp with my dog Coco. I am a Realtor serving the Pikes Peak Region.
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Tarah Dierdorff
TREASURER
Diagnosed with stage 4b uterine cancer in 2021, I am passionate about advocacy and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others facing similar challenges. As CFO of Amnet, a local IT consulting company, I bring financial expertise and leadership to the board.
I enjoy hiking, cooking, reading, and spending time with my husband, Trevor, and our family.
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Crystle McGuinness
AT LARGE
Crystle McGuinness is the owner of Diamond Hail and Dent, a leading paintless dent repair service in Colorado Springs. With a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction, Crystle has established her business as a trusted choice for auto repair in the community. Her entrepreneurial spirit is matched by her commitment to giving back, particularly to causes that resonate with her personally.
Crystle Moved to Colorado Springs in 2018, originally from Arizona she grew up with her family riding dirt bikes and camping. Once moving to Colorado she joined an all ladies dirt bike group and started racing enduro. The camaraderie she found in the sport with other like-minded women is parallel to nun.
Crystle's decision to join the board of Sues Gift is rooted in her desire to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by this disease. Having witnessed the challenges faced by women battling cancer, Crystle is passionate about providing resources, support, and hope to those in need. By contributing her time and expertise to Sues Gift, she aims to empower women and help create a supportive community that fosters healing and strength during difficult times.
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Karen Egan
AT LARGE
Karen Egan, is a Colorado native and mom to 5 children and 3 grandchildren. Karen, worked in the hospitality industry and later started her own company, Egan Administrative Services. She has also been an avid volunteer for Special Olympics Colorado for the last 20 plus years. Diagnosed July 2017 with Stage 1C Ovarian Cancer, Karen was blessed to have received financial assistance from Sue’s Gift, which afforded her alternative treatments to her cancer. She was touched by Sue’s Gift and its mission. Through the process, Karen, learned she is BRCA1 positive and four of her 5 children are as well. Karen brings the expertise of managing volunteers, fundraising and event planning. Karen values the opportunity to give back to an organization that has given her so much. She is honored and proud to contribute to the Sue’s Gift Board of Directors.
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Kenneth Griffith
AT LARGE
Kenneth Griffith has been an active and caring member of the community since 2009, dedicating his time and resources to supporting local causes and businesses. As a seasoned entrepreneur, he owns a successful CBD store, focusing on wellness and holistic health, as well as a gaming entertainment business that brings unique interactive experiences to the community.
With a strong background in business and community engagement, Kenneth is passionate about making a meaningful impact. His dedication to family is equally important, he has been married for 30 years and is a proud father of three teenagers. His leadership, business acumen, and commitment to service make him an asset to the board in its mission to support women affected by gynecological cancer.
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Amy King
AT LARGE
I was diagnosed with stage 1B cervical cancer in December 2022, as well as thyroid cancer a few months later. After my surgeries and treatment, I wanted to help others who have also been recently diagnosed with gynecological cancer, so I started volunteering as a mentor through The Woman To Woman program with Sue’s Gift in July 2024. As a mentor, we not only help and support our mentees, but also one another. I have met so many incredible individuals, their friends, and their families through Sue’s Gift. I’m grateful and honored to be part of this wonderful organization to represent the community and those also affected by cancer.
In my free time, I love to read, watch movies, spend time with our five fur babies, bake, and craft with diamond art.
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Dani Carter
AT LARGE
Dani Carter has spent the majority of her life in Colorado, where she has built her home and raised her family. She brings over 25 plus years of experience in the mortgage industry, holding a variety of operational roles centered on helping individuals and families achieve the goal of homeownership.
A cervical cancer survivor, Dani is passionate about giving back and is actively involved with Sue’s Gift, supporting efforts to raise awareness for gynecological cancers and promote education and advocacy for those impacted.
Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Dani enjoys long-distance running, hiking, golfing, and cooking. She especially values spending quality time with her family and friends.
Sue’s Gift Staff
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Selma Cruz
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
I was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer in 2021. As a former educator, it is important to be able to educate others on the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer, as well as learning to advocate for your own health journey. In my free time I enjoy being with friends and family, and traveling.
I look forward to helping Sue’s Gift meet its mission of helping the women of southern Colorado.
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Sherry Martin, LCSW
PATIENT SERVICES DIRECTOR
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over thirty years of experience in the field of oncology social work, working with cancer patients and their caregivers in hospitals, cancer centers, behavioral health, and oncology-focused non-profit organizations. Author of Beginning Again: Tools for the Journey through Grief, which serves as a step-by-step guide for facilitators of grief support groups, and Getting Through Tough Times: A Series of Inspiring Stories to Help Manage Cancer and Other Adversities, designed to help patients and others develop coping skills and encourage new ways of thinking during challenging times.