At Bloom, our dedicated team is committed to transforming the lives of children placed in foster care. Each staff member brings a wealth of experience and expertise and is committed to our culture of excellence. Our collaborative and compassionate approach to our work ensures that we provide the highest quality of support and services to Georgia’s families.

Behind every program at Bloom is a group of passionate individuals who share a common mission of bringing stability, dignity, and hope to children in need. Our team includes professionals with diverse backgrounds in social work, education, counseling, and nonprofit leadership. This range of expertise allows us to create innovative programs that address the complex challenges faced by children and families in the Georgia foster care system. We believe that meaningful change begins with dedicated foster care leaders who are willing to guide, advocate, and serve with compassion.

Bloom’s strength lies not only in the services we provide but also in the people who make it possible. Our foster care leaders work tirelessly to ensure that children entering care receive immediate support, whether through access to clothing, educational resources, or emotional guidance. By focusing on both immediate needs and long-term growth, our team helps foster children feel valued, cared for, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Bloom Administration

“Every child deserves a chance to dream, to feel valued and to have a sense of belonging. Our work at Bloom is not just about meeting basic needs; it’s about instilling a sense of hope and empowering children to overcome challenges and reach their fullest potential….so they can bloom!” 

becky davenport

President & CEO
“I feel extremely lucky to work alongside people who love Bloom and love what they do.” 

Nancy Connerat

Director of Finance & Administration
“Children in need are the center of everything we do. Seeing how excited they are to come here and shop at our Bloom Closet makes my heart melt.”

Gosha SchultHeis

Administrative Assistant
“I’m excited to be part of Bloom because it gives me the opportunity to give back, support underserved communities, and help ensure that every child has the chance to be happy, healthy, and loved.”

PAM LIVINGSTON

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Development

“As a mother, it is both an honor and privilege to be a part of an organization striving to improve the lives of vulnerable foster children and their families. Getting to witness the transformative changes that can be made in little people’s lives fuels my energy each and every day.”

KATie Weaver

Director of Development
“Every child needs a champion—someone to love them unconditionally, provide stability during the storms of life, and encourage them to write their own success story against all odds. Through Bloom, these life-saving, personal connections become a reality for foster children when they need it most.”

Kristin Melton

Grants Manager
“As someone who is passionate about helping children, I want to do my part to make a positive impact and help foster children feel valued.”

Cristie Wilt

Marketing Manager
“I am passionate about serving others, especially children in need. There is no greater joy than to give back and work for the benefit of others and help provide love, care and support to children.”

JENNIFER WATERS

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER
“I love working for Bloom because it allows me to make an impact from a higher level. I enjoy developing and supporting projects that empower our mission to change lives.”

Sr’Lis Powell

Development coordinator

Foster care & Prevention

“I’ve always been a strong believer in the importance of fighting to protect the least amongst us. Children are hurting in our state, and if not us, then who? If not now, then when? This fight is the passion that engulfs my heart.”

Pamella Talley, MPA

Director of Foster Care & Prevention Services
“I am passionate about being a part of the Bloom team because I love that we wrap our foster homes in every type of support we can. We not only look to provide therapeutic training to our homes, but we also help them build a community of support through events and support groups, and provide them with tangible needs through The Bloom Closet.“

Meagan Bella, MSW

Recruitment and Licensing Manager
“I am passionate about transforming the child welfare system to create better outcomes for children and families. I’m energized by being part of an organization that creates positive, lasting change for those impacted by the child welfare system.”

MICHAELA Guthrie, LCSW

Director OF Transitioned Age YOUTH Program
“I am passionate about working for an organization that prioritizes the needs and well-being of each child above all else.”

Katie New, EdD, LMSW, RN

Bloom University Clinical Director
“I am passionate about Bloom because we help children heal and feel loved.”

CHERYL ALEXANDER, MA

Family Consultant Supervisor
“I am passionate about having a positive effect on the children and families we serve.”

Denise Johnson, MPA

Family Resource Center Program Manager
“I am passionate about being part of Bloom because I believe in the vision that every child have a safe, nurturing family. I also love helping and working with our youth.”

Kevin Burley

Foster Care Program Manager, Rome
“I’m passionate about helping kids find families that can provide a loving home, a place to bloom. I believe that every child deserves a loving safe home.”

Marquetta Smith

Recruitment & Retention Specialist

Bloom Closet

“I’m passionate about being at Bloom because every child deserves a chance to feel loved and supported.”

BEN SMITH

Director of Operations
“I am passionate about Bloom because of the profound difference we can make in the lives of children in foster care. Witnessing the happiness on their faces as they experience shopping with us is incredibly rewarding and fills me with joy.”

Brittany Anderson

Bloom CLoset STORE MANAGER

“Bloom makes every child feel important and valued! I love being part of an organization that helps children feel seen, heard, and supported. WE look beyond each child’s situation and focus on meeting their individual needs.”

ASHLY BANKS

Bloom closet Store Manager
“I am passionate about making connections with the children that we serve, by making them feel seen and valued.”

Matison McDaniel

Bloom Express Coordinator
“I feel so fortunate to be able to offer empathy and love to each foster family that visits The Bloom Closet.”

Devon smyth, MACP

Program Coordinator, Rome
“Bloom allows me the opportunity to serve with and offer dignity to children who are often at the margins. What a joy!”