— Our leaders —

Costerfelt@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

My name is Courtney Osterfelt and I am the director of The Launch Pad. I have a bachelor’s degree in Education, a Master of Arts degree in Social Change and Community Development, and I have been working with teens for the past 13 years. I founded Women’s Empowerment Breakthrough, a non-profit educational organization for teenage girls in Yavapai County in 2003 and started working on developing The Launch Pad in 2011. I love working with teens because I remember my teenage years being particularly challenging and I want to support teens in becoming who they want to be. I also believe teens are powerful people who can inspire and create great change in our community and it is an honor to support them in realizing their own potential.

Catherine@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hello, I’m Catherine Robbins, Director of Fund Development for The Launch Pad and mother of three. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing Management. I am originally from the small mountain town of Felton, California, which is in Santa Cruz County, about 75 miles south of San Francisco. When my husband brought me to Prescott in 2015, I fell in love with this city. Just under one year later, we moved here with our two youngest children. As a parent, I recognize the importance of providing teens with safe places to gather and opportunities to learn life skills that will help them become involved, successful, confident and empowered young adults. I am honored to have the opportunity to take part in the mission of The Launch Pad Teen Center. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking, kayaking, practicing Yoga, and crafting. 

hannah@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

jz@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hi! My name is Justin Zych (“JZ”). With over two decades of experience in empowering youth and fostering their growth, I have been a dedicated leader committed to creating safe and supportive environments for adolescent development. Throughout my career, I
have held numerous leadership roles, advocating for holistic approaches to healing, learning and healthy relationships. I hold a Master’s degree in Education Leadership and a Master’s degree in Community Development.

I firmly believe in the transformative power of relationships, recognizing them as the cornerstone for building personal resilience and personal development. My philosophy centers on cultivating environments where students feel valued, heard, and empowered to explore their unique strengths and capabilities. Integrating mindfulness and collaborative problem-solving into educational journeys, I am passionate about nurturing the academic, emotional, and social well-being for ALL of our young people. I am dedicated to shaping a brighter future for generations to come by unlocking the potential of youth and guiding them toward a healthy future.

joy@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hello! My name is Joy Goff. For the past three years, I’ve led our mentorship program at TLP, recruiting and coordinating volunteers to inspire and be inspired by teens.

With 15 years in child welfare, including roles in foster care licensing, program direction, and behavioral health case management, I bring a deep passion for supporting young people and families. At The Launch Pad, I oversee our Teen Advisory Council and their Better Together Project, focusing on community impact and civil discourse. I also manage Project Launch, which connects teens with apprenticeship, internship, and employment opportunities in partnership with local businesses.

As the on site Kolbe Consultant at TLP, I use the Kolbe A Index to enhance teamwork and personal growth among staff and volunteers. And I assist young people to learn about their strengths and innate talents through the Student Aptitude Quiz. Curious about Kolbe? Check out their website: https://www.kolbe.com

At The Launch Pad, I oversee our Teen Advisory Council, a group of motivated and inspired teens who are making a difference in our community and beyond. Check out their last project at: https://bettertogethertalks.com/

Outside of work, I’m a Prescott native, a proud mom, and enjoy exploring the desert southwest with my family. I love art and cherish creating in my free time.

Christina@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hi! My name is Christina Burgoyne, and I am the Director of Signature Events and Marketing at The Launch Pad. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from The University of Arizona—Bear Down!—with minors in Theater and Classics. My family and I moved to Prescott from Los Angeles in the summer of 2021. I’ve had an amazing opportunity to live in Miami, New York City and Los Angeles, and each city has taught me something about myself. Most importantly, it taught me how to embrace change, adapt, and thrive in new environments.

After years of working in marketing with iconic brands like Apple, Universal, and Disney, I was ready for a new chapter. I wanted to feel more connected to my community and find a way to use my experience to help others. As a mom of two daughters, I am especially thrilled to be part of The Launch Pad. Knowing that the work we do here helps make the community a better place for local youth, makes this work incredibly meaningful to me. I believe it is so important for teens to have a safe, welcoming space where they can be their true selves, meet new friends, try new things, and maybe even discover something new about themselves along the way. I’m honored to be a part of The Launch Pad and the magical space it has created for teens in our community.

jai@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hello, I’m Jai Blakeley, and Event Coordinator for The Launch Pad Teen Center!  I am originally from Prescott Valley so it feels great being able to help the community I belong to. I started working at The Launch Pad in 2023 and instantly felt a great  connection here. I love being able to help teens get out of their comfort zones whether that be by learning a new instrument or going on fun adventures! The Launch Pad offers so much and I can not wait to keep working and learning here.

jake@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hello everyone! My name’s Jake Morris and you can find me in the ‘Bliss Bubble’, aka the mental health room, here at TLP. I grew up outside of Boulder, Colorado so I spent a lot of time hiking the mountains of the Front Range. Alongside hiking I also had the privilege of being close to nature preserves near my parents house. The critters, hills and fields in these preserves shaped much of who I am today. Since then I’ve obtained my BA in education, worked many seasonal jobs in service of youth, moved to Prescott, and worked for the Yavapai County Health Department. I’ve been here for five years and have loved it! At the county health department I was a Health Educator and I primarily taught 7th-9th graders about sexual and relational health.

Alongside my love for nature, you could sum me up with a comfy couch, my notebook, and a good book. Also, I’m currently earning my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling to eventually obtain my LPC as a therapist.

dannie@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hi all! My name is Dannie Blakeley, and I am so excited to be the Mentor Coordinator for The Launch Pad. I grew up in Prescott, Arizona and spent the past 4 years being a Park Ranger, Environmental Educator, and Disability Advocate within the Prescott Unified School District. I enjoy work that involves supporting community, accessibility, and fostering relationships between the outdoors and youth!

luis@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hello! My name is Luis Oliver, and I’m a Program Coordinator at The Launch Pad. I’ve been part of this space for quite some time! I started out as a teen here, playing music with my bother. We did a few shows here, our band was called Prom Date (pretty cool name, if you ask me).

After graduating from high school, I landed a job here as a facilitator. At first, I was just helping with that year’s summer camps, but after a couple of months I was offered a full-time position, and I’ve been loving it ever since. One of the things I love most about working at The Launch Pad, is seeing the growth in the teens we serve. Watching a teen who was once too shy to get on stage completely crush it during an open mic is an amazing feeling.

rhys@thelaunchpadteencenter.org

Hi! I’m Rhys Davies, The Moon Café Coordinator here at The Launch Pad. I recently moved to Prescott from Wales, where I grew up in the small town of Llanelli before moving to Swansea for University. I have both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree and during my undergraduate studies, I had the opportunity to spend a year abroad in Flagstaff. It was there that I met my wife, and after three years of long-distance, we now are together in Prescott.

I have several years of customer service and management experience, much of which involved working alongside young people. Through these experiences, I developed a passion for helping teens build confidence, develop new skills and prepare for their futures.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our dog as well as exploring Prescott and the surrounding area discovering all that our community has to offer!

I grew up in Prescott and recently moved back with my wife (Brittany, also a Prescott native) and two girls, Noe and Daisy. I received my degree in Civil Engineering from Arizona State and now work locally here in Prescott. In my free time I enjoy playing with my kids, hiking with my wife, coaching youth sports, and playing any outdoor sport that my now 34 year old body will allow me to play, which let’s face it, is now horse shoes.

Hi there!  I’m Matt Hart and I started working with The Launch Pad at the end of 2023 after doing the Trek for Teens for the first time.  I moved to Prescott in 2006 to attend Prescott College where I got my BA in Educational Use of Adventure & Wilderness. I fell in love with the town and the amazing access to nature through trails and everything that surrounds Prescott.  I’ve worked as a teacher and guide with groups from Kindergarten all the way through college Freshmen using the outdoors as a classroom. I recently welcomed a future TLP teen and am even more excited than ever to help build TLP as an amazing resource for youth in the Prescott area.  I currently work for Alpinehikers planning and executing trekking tours in the Alps.

I moved to Prescott from Virginia and have resided here for over 25 years. BA and PhD from Vanderbilt University. Financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial for over 27 years. I Have served on the following Boards of Directors: United Way of Yavapai County, Prescott Sunrise Lions Club, Boys to Men Mentoring of North Central AZ, and The Launch Pad Teen Center. I also enjoy outside activities such as travel, hiking, golf and chocolate (which is more of an inside thing).