Meet the Team
At The Champion Group, we exist to empower Christian schools and ministries to accomplish greater impact through increased funding and organizational effectiveness.
Executive Team

Don Charmichael
Founder

Rick Shaum
President & CEO

Shelby Wade
Vice President & COO
Staff

Shaun Alspach
Subject Matter Expert

Kelly Blake
Subject Matter Expert

Merida Brooks
Subject Matter Expert

Vicki Carmichael
Prayer Director

Hayley Cleckler
Director of Finance

Bethany Cooler
Account Executive

Caroline Kelly
Fundraising Consultant

Dr. Ron Mitchell
Strategist & Subject Matter Expert

Marnie McIlraith
Project Manager

Marv Penner
Subject Matter Expert

Lane Rice
Subject Matter Expert

Nicole Telaneus
Executive Assistant
