Jason Kotas

Community Navigator
Written By McKenzie Ring

he/him/his

Jason Kotas is a Community Navigator at RISE with over 10 years of experience assisting individuals navigate reentry, self-betterment, and recovery. He gained knowledge in these area's by first navigating them for himself. Jason takes pride in the fact that he loves people right where they are at, and knows this ability comes from his faith. He is a loving husband, father, co-worker, and friend, with a strong belief that as long as someone has breath in their lungs then there is hope.

McKenzie Ring

McKenzie Ring has over 20 years of experience helping businesses and organizations reach maximum audiences for growth. Specializing in social responsibility, digital marketing, photography, and content creation, McKenzie uses that experience to educate the public and grow a network of volunteers, donors, employers, and support for people returning to the community after incarceration.

Specializing and trained in documentary-based work, McKenzie has been an award-winning Midwest photographer and content creator for much of her professional life. She is passionate about bridging unlikely communities and building empathy through storytelling.

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