Meet The Team

Margo co-founded Rive Valley Resources Inc. in 1990 and has made numerous contributions to Indiana’s workforce development system since 1978. She has a master’s degree from Indiana State University and is a Certified Compensation Professional as designated by World at Work, a professional association for compensation, benefits and total rewards. Margo is an experienced manager and leader.

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For six years, Katie Walton served as an adult education teacher at River Valley Resources, teaching classes in several locations across Region 9. She is an active member of the Indiana Adult and Continuing Education Association (IAACE) and currently serves as President of this organization. Recently, Katie Walton was appointed Director of Adult Education for River Valley Resources, a role that allows them to expand their impact and leadership in the field.

Leslie is the Regional Supervisor for the Childcare Development fund and Pre-K pilot program services for River Valley Resources, Inc. She began employment with River Valley Resources In October 2007. Leslie is a graduate of the University of Mississippi.

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Bev currently manages all of River Valley Resources financial and HR operations, which includes federal and state fiscal management and reporting.  Under Bev's leadership, we have achieved finding-free audits and received the designation of a low-risk auditee. Bev is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator and has completed the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Essentials of HR Management.

Konnie has a Masters Degree in Adult Education and considerable history working hard to serve adults. Konnie's professional memberships and Certifications include Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator, Certified PREP Relationship Education Facilitator, Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor, Indiana Department of Corrections Offender Workforce Development Specialist, Member of Indiana Counselor's Association on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.

Kristal currently oversees the River Valley Resources, Young Adult Services and Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) programs. She has been working with and overseeing these programs since 2009 and has been employed with RVR since 2012. Under Kristal's leadership the JAG program has doubled in size in Region 9 and has exceeded the national performance standards. Kristal successfully secured a grant from the Commission on Higher Education.

Shanell holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and is certified in Human-Centered Design, Predictive Index, and Forte. She leads change management initiatives to improve program implementation and enhance employee engagement. Passionate about fostering growth, Shanell focuses on creating environments where teams can thrive and contribute to River Valley Resources' success.