CEO & Members of the Board

Jim Sullivan

Carrie Hayashida, MBA
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Carrie brings a wealth of experience in project management, marketing, public relations, networking, and NPO fundraising. She has achieved certifications as a Career Direct Consultant, Six Sigma process improvement specialist, and program manager. Her proactive approach and strategic foresight have led to securing successful grants and streamlining budgets through keen identification of program and operational needs.

Jim Sullivan

Neile Peschel Simon
Secretary

Neile Peschel Simon is a graduate of The University of California Irvine, with over 15 years of extensive experience in sales, marketing, accounting, and business development. Her tenure at Christian Credit Counselors, which began in 2013, has been marked by the establishment of pivotal partnerships aimed at empowering individuals to attain financial freedom and improve their quality of life.

Dick Edic

Dr. Stan DeKoven
Board Member

Dr. DeKoven is the President of Vision International Educational Services (VIEN) and oversees the Vision International Education Network, College, and University. This distance-learning ministry caters to over 100,000 correspondence students and multiple “Resource Centers” worldwide. Stan serves on the VRG Board of Directors and also spearheads VIEN’s collaborative efforts with VRG.

George Runyan

Dr. George Runyan
Board Member

For 63 years, George has dedicated himself to the Gospel ministry. In 1999, he made the transition from leading a local church to answering a spiritual calling to serve in a Regional City Church Ministry, focusing on uniting pastors to spread the message of Christ. It was during this time that George crossed paths with Dick Edic (Vision Resourcing Group co-founder) and became involved with VRG’s vision to support pastors and churches in achieving their goals. Currently, George serves as a VRG board member and board regents’ member for Vision International University alongside Dr. Stan DeKoven. In addition to his ministry work, George is a Radio Broadcaster and published Author.