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Are you looking to join our team of fun, energetic, and talented professionals? We are always looking for new stars and people committed to making a difference. If that is you, please get in touch!

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Mina Bradley-Belcaid | Adult Programs Manager

Mina was born and raised in Denver, and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in music from Metropolitan State University, where she studied harmony and jazz. She has spent the last ten years playing music locally and 2023-2024 touring the US and Canada singing in a band. She found a love of training and education in the nonprofit world early in her career, and remains passionate about connecting people to resources. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, long walks, and exploring restaurants around town.

Scott Anderson | Director of Communications & Development

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Sander Bregman | Youth Programs Manager

Sander Bregman is an educator and nonprofit organizer who received a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from University of Michigan in 2015 and has since worked as a 5th grade teacher, as a short and long-term substitute teacher, and most recently, as a middle school science teacher in Denver’s Montbello community. In 2019, he became one of the founding board members of Mobile Studio, a music education nonprofit in Denver, which brought him to receive a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management from University of Colorado Denver in 2022. He also volunteers as Mobile Studio’s curriculum writer and grant writer. Sander is passionate about anti-racism, equity in education, mental health awareness, and the power of the arts to transform lives and bring people together. In his free time, he enjoys breaking (commonly known as breakdancing), writing books under his pen name of Sandman Jones, and spending time with his wife and dog.

Heidi Cardenas | Restorative Denver Director

Heidi Cardenas is a passionate advocate for the transformative power of restorative practices in people’s daily lives. Her journey began with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and ESL, and she spent five years as a fourth and fifth grade classroom teacher. During that time, she focused on fostering relationships and facilitating conversations with students to help them navigate everyday conflict. Heidi’s passion for restorative approaches led her to The Conflict Center, where she worked as a facilitator for Rethinking Conflict and Addressing Conflict and Anger Effectively. Now, she’s eager to apply her expertise as the Restorative Denver Case Manager. In her free time, Heidi enjoys being outdoors hiking, playing volleyball, and spending time with her husband and two dogs.

Amber Ford | Restorative Practices Program Manager

Amber Ford grew up in Aurora, Colorado. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the University of Colorado Denver and a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Denver. Amber has taught in the Denver Public School District and the Cherry Creek School District. She is passionate about equity and social justice, using her career as an elementary educator to provide a welcoming space for all students, regardless of their background. As the Restorative Justice Program Manager with The Conflict Center of Denver, Amber is excited to facilitate access to restorative justice practices to all sectors of the Denver community!

Kayce Moormeier | Volunteer and Intern Manager

Kayce Moormeier is a mission‐driven organizer who thrives on cultivating empowered, inclusive teams. With 10 years of nonprofit program leadership and a Master of Social Work, Kayce now guides The Conflict Center’s volunteers and interns, ensuring they have the skills, support, and joyful community they need to advance equitable conflict‐resolution values. Kayce’s background managing community programs at the Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus refined their passion for trauma‐informed facilitation and play‐based developmental strategies. It also strengthened their ability to build partnerships with schools, universities, and grassroots groups. They have championed accessibility initiatives that open doors for Title I schools and children with disabilities. Outside the office, you’ll find Kayce advocating for youth voice, experimenting with a creative project, or nurturing greenery with a green thumb. Ultimately, all expressions bestow the same guiding belief: people learn, grow, and resolve best when they feel seen, supported, and joy-filled.

Andrew Syed | Executive Director

Andrew Syed holds an MA in International Development and Human Rights from the University of Denver. He brings more than two decades of experience working with communities around the world to build peace, strengthen relationships, and create lasting social impact. He has led nonprofits, developed global human rights programs, and raised resources to support grassroots change. At his core, Andrew is passionate about bringing people together, fostering dialogue, and helping communities find solutions that promote equity and resilience. He is honored to lead The Conflict Center and to continue its mission of creating safer, more connected communities. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys coaching his High School soccer team, playing music, and spending time with his family.

Kylee Wellons | Restorative Denver Intake Manager

Kylee Wellons was born and raised in Denver, Colorado. She is a community-driven, optimistic individual dedicated to creating a positive impact for diverse vulnerable populations. She uses visual and performance art as a means to influence change, promote wellness and build community. Her experience working with non-profit organizations in the Denver Metro area includes Art From Ashes, Poetry for Personal Power, The Athena Project, and Redline Art Gallery. Kylee is passionate about utilizing art as a tool for healing, trauma-informed care, and dismantling negative connotations associated with conflict.

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