Andy is a Senior Financial Planner and Principal at HC Financial Advisors, and has led a successful career as a high-tech president and business owner, sales/operations director, and private investor. Andy and his wife live in Pleasanton where they have raised their five children, all now young adults, and participated in school and sports activities. He is also an active member of the Care Ministry at his church.

With over 18 years experience in the mental health field, Becky Tyler has worked with both children and adults in various settings, mostly for Stanislaus County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. Her experience includes providing clinical services in an outpatient setting to high risk adults, working in a Juvenile Drug Court program for mental health and substance use disorders for teens on probation, and working with students in schools. Becky currently works part-time as a clinical supervisor for a community mental health agency and is a stay at home mom the rest of the week. She has tremendous passion for the mental health field. She enjoys counseling, leadership, and speaking and teaching about mental health topics.

Diana is the Prison Ministry Coordinator at a Christian non-denominational church. Retired from a career as a manager and project leader in computer science and engineering, she has led bible studies, prayer services, and classes, and counseled individuals since 2008 at juvenile halls, county jails, and state prisons. She has a passion to listen, encourage, and bring the healing presence of Jesus to the incarcerated and others who need a helping hand. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren.

Jane has been a resident of the Tri-Valley for 27 years and part of volunteer teams with church, schools, sports and community activities. Jane considers it a privilege to serve on the Board of Arukah as Secretary and witness God at work changing the lives of the men who participate in the program. In her spare time Jane enjoys spending time with family, friends and hiking with her dog Koda.

Josh is a dedicated Pastor, Leader, Shepherd, Mentor, Teacher, and Worship Leader with a passion to transform people for effective service in building the kingdom of God. Over the years, God has enabled Josh to develop a large and dynamic youth ministry, lead worship both here and abroad, serve as lead pastor of a church campus, and as the Care Pastor for 5,500 members of a non-denominational church. Josh and his wife Kelly have enjoyed 22 years of marriage and have two wonderful children. josh@arukahweb.org

Kelly is the wife of Josh Jonas and the two of them have been doing ministry together for over two decades. Kelly currently working for Pinnacle Brokers as an Account Manager for the health benefits department. Kelly is thrilled to see the life change in the Arukah men and helps them understand financial budgeting for their lives.

I surrendered my life to Christ during a church service in November of 1999 and since then I have never been the same! Jesus filled me with His love and a thirst and hunger for Him. Within a few years God began to call me to be a pastor even though at that time I didn’t really know what a pastor was. After about a year of refusing God’s call, I finally surrendered to Him and started serving in the Care and Prison Ministry of my church. God opened the door for me to go into jails and prisons and gave me a passion and love for the men behind the walls. I get so excited to share the Word of God and get to know these wonderful men. Now as men are being released I am blessed to be able to help them transition back into society at Arukah house. mark@arukahweb.org

Natessa comes to Arukah with a calling and mission to support individuals in their healing and holistic restoration as they build a lasting relationship with their Creator. Natessa has 20 years experience working with individuals of many ages, in various capacities including: alcohol and drug addiction, residential treatment, anti-trafficking, foster care, homelessness, incarceration, re-entry, and pastoral/church ministry. Her journey of working with incarcerated individuals began when she was 18 as she volunteered with her local juvenile hall as a peer mentor. Since this time, she has been consistently led to empower the voiceless and advocate for forgotten people of American society. Her work at Arukah is a fulfillment of the calling and gifting God began in her many years ago.

Pamela brings 35+ years of educational experience—-25 years as a college administrator and 10+ years as a business professor. Areas of expertise include program development, fund procurement, and grant writing at local, state, and federal levels. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Comparative Cultures from the University of California, Irvine, a Master degree in Public Administration from the University of Pittsburg, and a Doctorate degree in Organization and Leadership from the University of San Francisco. While she has known the Lord from childhood, her walk with Him became a serious passion 25 years ago. She is proud to be a child of God and is delighted to be guided by the Holy Spirit in her walk with Christ. Pamela is single with no children, only furry ones— two dogs and a cat.

Ryan comes to Arukah with a life of experience in the entrepreneurial and business sector. He is currently the president of Bay Area Concrete. When he is not working he is enjoying his wife and two kids. Ryan loves to watch his kids play sports!

Susan is the Director of Marketing at TRI Pointe Homes and has 25+ years career in the New Home industry and is honored to drive the marketing efforts for Arukah. Surrendering her life to Jesus changed her heart and purpose, she feels blessed to witness God at work in changing the lives of the men at Arukah. Married, and lucky mom of six adult children and two fur babies, she spends her free time gardening.