Kerri Kane - Founder
Kerri Kane is the founder of Waunakee Project Brave (WPB), where she serves as president and a band member. As a devoted mother of four and happily married to Mark, her family, including a furry friend, adds warmth to their household.
Beyond WPB, Kerri excels in the real estate industry, leading a successful team in Madison. Her passion and expertise ensure client satisfaction. Kerri’s enthusiasm for teamwork extends to her roles at home, in real estate, and with WPB. Known as a master networker, she loves to promote others and their talents. Her favorite mantra, “Quitters are never winners, and winners are never quitters,” reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence.
With a focus on collaboration, Kerri makes a positive impact in both personal and professional spheres. Her dedication, vibrant energy, and commitment to greatness set her apart as a leader, mentor, and promoter of others’ talents.
Scott Mooney - Vice President
I joined the Waunakee community in 1999 as the general manager of Big Mikes Super Subs(now Milio’s Sandwiches) and immediately fell in love with it. The support was incredible, from other businesses to our loyal customers. Being in the restaurant industry for as long as I have, I’ve lost more than my fair share of my team to suicide or overdose. Giving back to this community is massively important to me so when I had the chance to do so while honoring those we’ve lost I couldn’t say no. If we’re able to save one life, we’ve succeeded.
Laurie Gerner – Events Coordinator
Serving others has always been my life goal and mission. I thrive on cultivating relationships with people. My background is in Social Work with an emphasis on Mental Health. My career path also includes event planning, field marketing, and training development.
My dedication to my community and serving others is also shown outside of work. I’m currently focusing my volunteer efforts on North Ridge Church, where I am the Co-Leader of the Women’s Ministry. I also serve as the Event Manager on the Waunakee Project Brave BOD.
Mandy Hague – Public Relations Manager
Mandy serves as a Photojournalist for Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin. She is passionate about sharing stories from across the state, particularly in mental health and politics. Mandy lives in Waunakee with her husband of 22 years, three sons, and their dog, Danny. She is actively involved with Waunakee schools, Northridge Church, and is committed to making a difference in the community.
Brittnie Ketter - Treasurer
Currently work at One Community Bank as the Treasury Management Business Development Specialist.
My goal in life is to build relationships with people so they know they have someone to trust, someone who cares about them, and to have someone that’s reliable to count on.
I graduated from UW-Whitewater with my Bachelor’s in Social Work and have always had a heart for people.
I’m the oldest of 6 so it’s innately in me to look out for people and to give them the best advice when asked.
I love playing softball, being a fur mom to my 2 boxers (Murphy & Charley), spending time with my husband, Ryan, which usually consists of fishing.
Candice Duffek – Secretary
For over 30 years, Candice has been devoted to working with older adults in the community. Her passion is to empower adults to enhance their well-being and quality of life by connecting them with mental health support, resources, and community events. She holds a special place in her heart for individuals dealing with mental health challenges due to chronic illness and chronic pain.
Happily married for nearly 30 years, Candice is the proud mom to her college-aged daughter and dog, Ruby. She is currently pursuing a BA in Psychology at Lakeland University. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, camping, and hiking.
Candice continues to have the goal of making a difference in people’s lives, and strives to live by one of her favorite quotes, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
Mike Gorski - Media Manager
Mike Gorski is a photographer and filmmaker whose love of people has taken him all over the world. He believes that each person’s story—the unique struggles and victories that forge their lives—is worth being displayed for the world to see. Whether you are a corporation providing a necessary service, an addict working to get your life back on track, or a woman taking in abandoned babies, you matter! He currently lives in Madison with his amazing French wife and two children who are obsessed with battlebots, guinea pigs, and Rubik’s cubes.
Roger Williams - Legal Laison
I’m Roger Williams, a Financial Advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors Inc. With over 17 years of experience as an Investment Advisor, I have helped hundreds of individuals with their financial and investment needs. I hold several licenses including Life & Health insurance licenses, Series 6, Series 63, and Series 65 FINRA investment licenses. I am also a Fiduciary. I own and manage my brokerage firm inside Transamerica. My agency’s name is Velocity Financial. I currently work with 15 licensed agents in multiple states, intending to expand my organization to all 50 states in the future. My passion stems from the major lack of financial education in the marketplace. Addressing this need, I take a very educational approach with my clients giving them the resources, tools, and support they need to make good sound financial decisions for themselves and their families.
When I am not working with clients, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family. I also enjoy volunteering for several nonprofit organizations including Wisconsin Badger Camp and Waunakee Project Brave.
