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About CNI
CNI Management Team
Executive Director
 Tami Lack, MA, CFRE
303.806.7414 | E-Mail
Tami Lack joined CNI in May of 2011, bringing 25 years of experience in non-profit management, fundraising and program development. The first half of her career was spent as a registered music therapist working in various clinical environments with stroke, MS and Alzheimer's patients, and later with Hospice and early childhood development. She has a strong background in mental health and has held the positions of Executive Director of the Napa Valley Mental Health Association, Supervisor of Rehabilitation Therapy at the Veteran's Home of California in Napa Valley, Music Therapist with Children's Hospital in San Francisco, Music Therapist at Napa State Hospital, and contract positions with Hospices, day treatment centers and group homes across the country. Prior to coming to CNI, Tami was Director of Development & Administration for eight years at Third Way Center, a highly respected mental health treatment program for adolescents in Denver.
Director, CNI NeuroHealth Center
Ellen Belle, MA-PT
303.806.7421 | E-Mail
Ellen Belle has been practicing physical therapy for over 30 years in a variety of settings including inpatient, home care and outpatient rehabilitation. She has been manager of the CNI NeuroHeath Center since 2007 and her focus for the clinic is to provide quality team based rehab as well as promoting research. Ellen enjoys hiking, gardening, cooking and travel.
Director of Patient Care
Luci Draayer, LCSW, CMC
720.974.4091 | E-Mail
Luci Draayer joined CNI as Director of Patient Care in 2011, coming to the organization from Lutheran Family Services of Colorado, where she served as Director of the Care Management Solutions Program. The bulk of her social work career has been spent working with adults and families as they navigate major transitions in their lives, particularly in the arena of chronic conditions and illness. Addressing the needs of the "whole person" as well as the broader family system is an important emphasis in Luci's practice. Luci has served on the boards of established non-profit organizations in Denver for numerous years, and is currently active on the Board of Directors of the Western Regional Chapter of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. She received her Masters in Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky, and maintains her licensure as a Clinical Social Worker and Certified Care Manager. Away from work she is an avid flower gardener and pianist.
Director of Finance
Vikki Meyer, CFA
303.806.7412 | E-Mail
Vikki Meyer, CFA, joined CNI in January of 2012, bringing 17 years of experience in corporate finance and financial services operations. Vikki began her career in financial services operations and risk management, working with Standard & Poor's Compustat and CoBank in various analytical and management roles. In 2000, she transitioned into corporate finance at Home Buyer's Warranty Corporation, where she held various roles managing the financial planning and analysis and accounting functions. Vikki holds a BA in business leadership and finance from the University of Puget Sound, as well as an MA in economics from the University of Colorado and a graduate certificate in accounting from the University of Denver. She is a CFA charterholder--one of the highest distinctions in the financial sector.
Director of Research
Alicia Novak, Ph.D., MBA
303.806.7423 | E-Mail
Alicia, Ph.D., MBA, joined CNI in May of 2012, contributing a wealth of knowledge, which she attained working as a Neuroscience Research Scientist for more than 20 years. Her professional experience includes management of clinical research departments and research laboratories, as well as the oversight of both basic and clinical research projects. Previous to partnering with CNI, Alicia served as the Supervisor of the Neuroscience Laboratory at Swedish Medical Center. There she focused on molecular mechanisms involved in stroke and traumatic brain injury. Her impressive research background has been a significant asset to CNI. Already, CNI's research program has grown by leaps and bounds. We strongly believe that with Alicia's guidance and expertise, we can continuously achieve new levels of success.
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