Courtney Stone
Deadwood
Summary
Community organizer and program leader with deep experience in rural development, social work, and strategic partnerships. Known for elevating youth voice, fostering equity-driven coalitions, and building systems that lead to measurable community impact.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Upriver Vision Coordinator
Mapleton School District
09.2023 - Current
- - Lead student-driven and community-focused initiatives in food access, healthcare, and economic development.
- - Facilitate youth voice and governance through inclusive planning and leadership development.
- - Coordinate regional partnerships and support project-based learning aligned with rural equity goals.
Program Manager, Oregon Pasture Network
Friends of Family Farmers
06.2023 - 03.2024
- - Managed educational programs, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement across Oregon's pasture-based agriculture network.
Administrative Assistant
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
09.2022 - 05.2023
- - Provided logistical and event support for regional outreach efforts and facility improvements.
Community Organizing Consultant
Rob Paull, LLC / Southern Colorado Cohousing
03.2020 - 12.2021
- - Facilitated development of cohousing group through communication, value alignment, and strategic planning.
Senior Manager of Independent Living
The Independence Center
03.2018 - 10.2019
- - Oversaw 45-person team and 16 programs, increasing revenue by 16%.
- - Led nationally recognized Art of Accessibility program and Veterans support services.
Education
Master of Arts -
Portland State University
01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Colorado State University
01.2009
Skills
- Project and Program Management
- Leadership Development & Training
- Social Impact & Policy Advocacy
Awards
Champion of Democracy, Colorado Common Cause (2017), Advocate of the Year, NAMI Colorado Springs (2015), Rising Star, Colorado Springs Business Journal (2016), Art of Accessibility, Colorado Business of the Arts (2019)
Affiliations
- Deadwood Creek Services Board Member, Convener (2022-2023)
- Chair, Human Relations Commission, City of Colorado Springs (2017-2019)
- Vice Chair, Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (2018-2019)
- Chair, Transit-Passenger Advisory Committee (2015-2016)
- Chair, Civic Engagement Committee, COS Rising Professionals (2016)
Timeline
Upriver Vision Coordinator
Mapleton School District
09.2023 - Current
Program Manager, Oregon Pasture Network
Friends of Family Farmers
06.2023 - 03.2024
Administrative Assistant
Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians
09.2022 - 05.2023
Community Organizing Consultant
Rob Paull, LLC / Southern Colorado Cohousing
03.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Manager of Independent Living
The Independence Center
03.2018 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Colorado State University
Master of Arts -
Portland State University
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