Jack brings a Master’s level education in strategic leadership along with a successful training/consulting track record to the 5 Peaks team. His skills include coaching services with a special emphasis on conflict resolution and improving social/emotional intelligence; creating personal development plans for individuals.

His training as a certified academic coach and work within for-profit and non-profit corporations has given him a unique and valuable perspective which he contributed to the development and deployment of the 5 Peaks program.

For more information about Jack, his blog, and resources for social/emotional development, visit JCurtisWitt.com.

Since 2008, Alyssa has worked in various youth-service organizations. She joined the 5 Peaks team in 2018 and worked as a Wellness Coach for dozens of schools in Northern California assisting them with their Basecamp and My-Life Explorer group programs. Based on her depth of experience working with students and natural leadership skills, Alyssa became a lead coach, and later served as a coaching supervisor. She currently serves as our Manager of Youth Programs and Coordinator for the Solutions for Youth Fund.

Along with coaching, her skillsets include: data management, content creation, logistics, and staff coordination, leadership, and support. All of which she does with passion and excellence.

Alyssa’s hobbies include yoga, running, outdoor adventures, and road trips with her husband, two boys, and a Labrador Retriever.

Meet Rachael Reuther, our Director of Marketing and Outreach. A Shasta County resident for 24 years and married for 22, Rachael has strong ties to the community she serves. As a proud mother of two daughters, she brings both heart and expertise to her work.

Rachael focuses on expanding 5 Peaks Youth Solutions by introducing our programs to schools and building strong, collaborative relationships between our team and administrators. Her commitment to open communication and partnership ensures schools feel supported in helping students succeed.

Passionate about connecting with people, Rachael loves building relationships and finding ways to inspire growth and achievement in others.

Luke has been working for 5 Peaks for since 2021. His favorite part of being a Certified Wellness Coach is being able to see students at the start of their time in groups and getting to watch them grow into the best people that they can be.

After his years of experience coaching groups and individual students, we sent Luke from Shasta County to strengthen our Delta region schools in the dual role of facilitator and regional supervisor in 2025. Luke’s passion for his work with students and extensive experience in 5 Peaks programs brings huge benefits to our partnered schools and the staff he oversees.

Luke enjoys playing sports, games, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Bethany joined 5 Peaks Youth Solutions in 2022, driven by a passion to help students feel loved and supported through a compassionate listening ear.

In 2023 Bethany and her husband welcomed their daughter into the world, so she transitioned from working as a student coach to administrative assistant for 5 Peaks Youth Solutions and grant writer for the Solutions for Youth Fund. Bethany’s exceptional organizational skills keep the logistics of our programs running smoothly and our data coordination on track.

As a grant writer, she focuses on securing funds to support impoverished and homeless students, ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Gabe Groppi, originally from North Carolina, relocated to Northern California nearly seven years ago where he developed a deep passion for mental and emotional health. He joined our organization in 2022, bringing extensive experience working with children. Gabe has played a pivotal role in our K-5th grade program, My Life Explorer, both by leading groups with empathy and by contributing to the development of our latest curriculum edition.

Now serving as Explorer Team Lead, Gabe oversees the growth of our elementary program and supports the Coaches who facilitate these groups.

Outside of work, Gabe is an independent recording artist and storyteller. He enjoys spending his free time at the movies with friends, sharing meals with loved ones, or daydreaming about the future at his local coffee shop.

Mallory Hancock, a proud North Carolina native, brings a warm, Southern charm to our organization, offering a compassionate and student-centered approach to her work. Over the years, Mallory has taken on various roles, balancing the leadership of her own groups with the responsibility of observing her peers’ sessions. Her dedication and success led her to her current position as Basecamp Team Lead, where she ensures the quality and consistency of our groups across Northern California.

Outside of work, Mallory enjoys visiting aquariums, crafting cappuccinos with her new espresso machine, indulging in her favorite meal—breakfast—and going on relaxing walks.

Beyond her role as a Wellness Life Coach at 5 Peaks, Sarah also leads the One-on-One Coaching team and the Botvin LifeSkills program. With extensive mentoring experience, she is passionate about helping individuals heal, grow emotionally and mentally, and achieve their personal goals.

Sarah has contributed to the development of several 5 Peaks curricula, helping to create and organize transformative content that empowers students to overcome obstacles and build resilience.

Her mission is to guide and support others in self-empowerment, foster growth, and healing, and help them build a strong foundation for a more fulfilling future.