Board of Directors

Heidi GOssen

President

The inklings of Crossfire started somewhere around 2006….we have been traveling this road in various degrees since then. I have found it to be “all things” but above all I have found this journey one of the greatest faith builders next to being a wife and mom. It is only by the grace, goodness and wildness of God that Crossfire is. It is only by His direction that it should continue. 

At this stage of life, my background has a variety of stories, twists and turns. My background is in people, people watching, studying and learning. I have a degree in psychology & sociology that speaks to my people curiosity… followed up by various certifications in life & leadership coaching, lay counseling, and mental health coaching. Much of my adult life was raising our family, an endeavor I cherish beyond words. I’ve worked in the social services arena in a few different capacities, coaching toward healthy relationships and choices with their children. 

Currently, I serve as the co-pilot of Crossfire Ranch and immensely enjoy developing relationships with our families, kids & supporters. I love watching kids “unfold” as they experience the goodness of relationships with our equine friends and mentors, a taste of the goodness of God.

I am a wife, mom of three fine adults, two son-in-laws (and am soon to be a first time Nanna!), farm-girl-at-heart and lover of adventures…undergirded and built upon the foundation and freedom found in Christ.

Paige Pollard

Secretary

I have been a part of Crossfire since the inception in some capacity or another. Currently, I work at a veterinary clinic as a receptionist and equine assistant, and have been there the last six years. Before that, most of my work history has been horse or dog related in some form or another.
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My husband Terrell and I married in 2017 after meeting three months prior, and are owned by our two dogs, one horse and probably too many house plants. In my spare time, I enjoy house projects as we chip away at updating our old farm house, hiking all the trails with my trusty dog sidekicks, a good taco, planning our next trip, and quietness.

Wendy Nasgovitz

Treasurer

I have been a part of CFR since 2019. I am currently the business manager at Ecumenical Partnership for Housing where I coordinate volunteers, donations, maintenance, and accounting. I have 3 sons. The two oldest attend UWGB and my youngest is a senior at Wisconsin Virtual Academy. We have 3 dogs and a tortoise that rounds out our family. ​

C. Dominica McGinnis

Advisory Board Member

I am the executive coach and CEO of BridgeField Group where I coach professionals, owners, leaders, and their teams in the art of advancing their personal and professional goals. I enjoy working with clients to drive performance, growth, culture, and leadership success. As a strategic partner and ally, I help clients implement strategies, align vision and culture, grow their practice, strengthen leadership, break through barriers, and attain goals. I have worked with Crossfire Ranch since 2017. My husband and I enjoy life off the beaten path outside of Austin, Texas.

Our Staff

Heidi Gossen

Executive Director & Lead Mentor

I currently serve as executive director & lead mentor at Crossfire Ranch to carry out the vision and execute the steps God encourages. I enjoy observing the relationships between others and connecting with others. I love watching kids "unfold" and grow confidence, leadership skills, and experience the goodness of God.

​Fun tid-bits… I hitch hiked through New Zealand, bungee jumped off a 125 foot bridge, and find that it is in solitude or deep conversation I find I am renewed. I’m thankful for my dad who always exhibited that I had what it takes to do life and offered opportunities to try many things, who had the playfulness of a child tucked in his heart and a twinkle in his eyes.

Klara Rosenthal

PRogram Director

program.director@crossfireranch.org

I have been a part of Crossfire Ranch since March 2022 as the Program Director. As Crossfire's Program Director, I am looking forward to growing as a leader and helping kids overcome challenges. I am currently enrolled at NWTC for an associate degree in Business Management. I am also studying to earn my certification in Equine Myo-manipulative Functional Therapy (Massage). I have worked with horses for ten years and found a passion for helping others in the equine industry. In my spare free time, I train my horses and practice my photography skills.

Chelsea Braun

Outreach engagement

info@crossfireranch.org

I've been a part of Crossfire Ranch as an Outreach Engagement Specialist since March of 2022. My favorite part of my job is growing Crossfire Ranch's marketing strategies, networking with others, and showing others how important Crossfire Ranch is to local youth. I am currently working towards my bachelor's degree in Marketing with a certificate in Sales Management & Digital Marketing. 

​I've been involved in the equine industry, in some sort of fashion, for my whole life. I compete in barrel racing through NBHA and have actually won at the state & national level. In 2022, I received the Outstanding Youth Award for NBHA District 01 in Wisconsin! I also have my own business, CMB Performance Therapy, that uses preventative, routine, and recovery therapy to help performance horses feel their best. One interesting fact about me is that I am also a coach for the Sheboygan County 4H Horse and Pony Western Renegades Drill Team!