SCVHFH Staff

Dave Christensen, Construction Supervisor 

Dave joins Habitat with a goal to share his 30 years of construction experience with his appreciation of supporting the mission of safe, affordable housing and giving back in a nonprofit environment.  Dave is a Hudson resident who lives with his wife and three dogs, Ray, June and of course Ava, who's favorite spot is sitting in the chair watching the younger dogs play.  Construction@scvhabitat.org

Veronica Johnson, Administrator

Veronica first heard about our Habitat work when we were looking to translate some documents in Spanish.  She has two adult children, and is looking forward to becoming a Grandma!  Billing@scvhabitat.org

Luke Bleskachek, Construction Crew Lead

Luke started working in construction in 2017 after receiving his technical diploma from Chippewa Valley Technical College and began by building houses and working with crews on framing and carpentry.  He says he "loves what he does" and you can clearly see that when you work alongside him.  In his free time, he and his wife enjoy raising their two young children and spending time outdoors.  Crewlead@scvhabitat.org

Sheila McAlpine, ReStore Co-Manager

Sheila comes to the ReStore after raising her family in Hudson. She brings a great eye for donations and positive energy to our team.  In her free time, she loves her chickens, gardening and baking.  ReStore@scvhabitat.org

Kristie Smith, Executive Director

Kristie has a background in nonprofit work and communications, after spending more than 30 years in media, marketing, project development and organizational leadership.  Her family includes five grown-up kids and she is an identical twin.  In her free time, Kristie spends as much time outdoors as she can, reads historical fiction and writes a bit.  Executivedirector@scvhabitat.org

Nathan-Wessel, Data Analyst

Nathan assists with advocacy and grants management and joined the team to help develop a special collaborative effort called the Starter Home Project.  He completed his undergraduate degree in political science at University of Minnesota -Duluth.  Ask him about any sport, and you'll find his statistics knowledge on par with his favorite broadcasters on KFAN Radio.   info@scvhabitat.org

Reid Smith-Wessel, ReStore Co-Manager

Reid brings technology background to the team and helps organize processes and sales development.  He earned his law degree as an undergraduate student at the University of Arizona in Tucson.  In his free time, he likes to fish in the Boundary Waters and hunt for pheasants with his German Shorthaired Pointer.  ReStore@scvhabitat.org

Jessie Timme, Community Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator

Jessie loved serving our affiliate as an AmeriCorps member so much she took the opportunity to continue working with volunteer services.  She also helps with event development and community outreach.  In her free time, she's mastering the art of gardening and singing in The River City Chorale. Community.Outreach@scvhabitat.org