Meet the staff and Board of Directors
of CASA of Southern Illinois!
of CASA of Southern Illinois!
NANNETTE EVANS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Nannette resides in Herrin with her three children, Kagney, Adam and Leryn. Nannette worked as the Advocate Supervisor for CASA from 2007-2011, then took a child welfare specialist position with a local child welfare service agency. There, she learned DCFS policies and procedures pertaining to placement cases and licensing policies. Nannette has a degree in paralegal studies and has worked in legal offices involving various types of law. Nannette was excited to return "home" in 2015 after being offered the Executive Director position. Together with Jennifer, Lisa, Joy, the Board of Directors and the amazing group of volunteer advocates, Nannette is excited to see their CASA program continue to grow and fulfill its mission.
Nannette resides in Herrin with her three children, Kagney, Adam and Leryn. Nannette worked as the Advocate Supervisor for CASA from 2007-2011, then took a child welfare specialist position with a local child welfare service agency. There, she learned DCFS policies and procedures pertaining to placement cases and licensing policies. Nannette has a degree in paralegal studies and has worked in legal offices involving various types of law. Nannette was excited to return "home" in 2015 after being offered the Executive Director position. Together with Jennifer, Lisa, Joy, the Board of Directors and the amazing group of volunteer advocates, Nannette is excited to see their CASA program continue to grow and fulfill its mission.
JENNIFER GRAUL, ADVOCATE SUPERVISOR
Jennifer started with CASA in April of 2011, after being an active advocate for over three years. Jennifer and her husband, Kenny, have two children: son, Keegan, and daughter, Avery. She is a life-long resident of Williamson County and comes to us with a degree in office administration with many years' experience as a legal secretary. Jennifer enjoys reading, crocheting and Blackhawks hockey.
LISA PEEBLES, ADVOCATE SUPERVISOR
Lisa started with CASA as an active advocate beginning in 2007 and served on the Board of Directors from 2010 until 2014 when she accepted a part-time position within the office as an Advocate Supervisor to assist with the growing number of cases and CASAs. Lisa lives in Marion with her husband, Doug. Lisa has two sons, Dillon and Ethan, daughter-in-laws, Melanie and Ashlynn as well as two adorable grandsons, Owen and Jackson. Lisa has a business background, working behind the scenes in their family owned and operated construction company as well as managing multiple rental properties. Lisa enjoys many activities, including snow skiing, camping, and scuba diving as well as taking care of her miniature dachshund, Max and cheering on her favorite team, the St. Louis Blues!.
Lisa started with CASA as an active advocate beginning in 2007 and served on the Board of Directors from 2010 until 2014 when she accepted a part-time position within the office as an Advocate Supervisor to assist with the growing number of cases and CASAs. Lisa lives in Marion with her husband, Doug. Lisa has two sons, Dillon and Ethan, daughter-in-laws, Melanie and Ashlynn as well as two adorable grandsons, Owen and Jackson. Lisa has a business background, working behind the scenes in their family owned and operated construction company as well as managing multiple rental properties. Lisa enjoys many activities, including snow skiing, camping, and scuba diving as well as taking care of her miniature dachshund, Max and cheering on her favorite team, the St. Louis Blues!.
JOY TRAVELSTEAD, RECRUITMENT & TRAINING SPECIALIST
Joy became an advocate with CASA in 2020 after retiring from teaching Special Education for over 32 years. She accepted the position of Recruitment and Training Specialist with CASA of Southern Illinois in July of 2021 and is excited to get to help others become CASA advocates, too! Joy lives in Marion with her husband, Mark. They have one daughter and their precious furbaby named Nellie.
CASA of Southern Illinois Board of Directors - FY2024
These volunteers meet monthly to aid the Executive Director in the operation of the program:
President - Brian Smith, Marion
Vice-President - Beau Detrick, Marion
Secretary - Elisha Sanders, Marion
Treasurer - Cody Moake, Marion
David Arnold, Marion; Mindy Combs, Carterville; David Lawler, Marion,
Pam King, Marion; Cris Trapani, Herrin
These volunteers meet monthly to aid the Executive Director in the operation of the program:
President - Brian Smith, Marion
Vice-President - Beau Detrick, Marion
Secretary - Elisha Sanders, Marion
Treasurer - Cody Moake, Marion
David Arnold, Marion; Mindy Combs, Carterville; David Lawler, Marion,
Pam King, Marion; Cris Trapani, Herrin
