Board of Directors

We are looking for passionate people to join our Board of Directors. Apply now as only a few seats remain. This is a critical time to help address the public health issues of today.

The commitment is simple:  Be an Ambassador for Open Aid Alliance, attend monthly meetings, and use your experience and networks to further the mission.

We encourage people with applicable lived experience to apply- people living with HIV and/or those who have or currently use injection drugs.  The term commitment is two years and we meet monthly.  If you’re interested in joining our board, please fill out the brief form below.

Kathi Olson

Kathi brings a 30+ year background in “for profit” /”not-for-profit” business management, sales, marketing, franchise development, and real estate sales/investment/development.

Kathi left “Minnesota’s tornado alley,” in the late 70’s and has called Missoula home ever since. A graduate of the University of Montana, Kathi has worked and consulted in business, history, and art related endeavors in the public and private sectors throughout the US. She has served and continues to serve on a variety of local and regional Boards.

Kathi is currently with Berkshire Hathaway Montana Properties specializing in commercial, residential, and development opportunities. Her commitment to the area is limitless . . . her commitment to OAA, its mission, and future are equally so.

Brian BigSam
President
Brian BigSam, enrolled member of Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribe (Flathead Reservation). Received all my education from Salish Kootenai College. I have worked for Tribal Health for 27 years, in different positions. My current position is a Clinical Informatics Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist. 
 
In my spare time I like to spend it with my "soon to be" husband and my family. I believe a strong family stays together and builds a strong foundation for the children in our lives. I have always been the type of person to want to care for others and that is what I built my foundation of my life on.
Madison Huffman

Madison joined the OAA board in October 2022 after moving to Missoula from Billings almost two years ago. She currently works in Human Resources at Consumer Direct Care Network, while also studying to earn her MBA from the University of Montana. She comes from extensive experience working in business management, community development, and engagement within various organizations. She is passionate about being immersed in the community and is eager to put her efforts towards supporting Open Aid Alliance’s incredible mission.

Madison loves to spend time outdoors, cooking, playing card games, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Interested in joining our board?

Fill out this short form and we’ll be in touch.  We look forward to hearing from you.

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Attention:

We will be participating in an organization-wide staff development and training this week.  Please note the change in hours.  We look forward to sharing what we learn with you when we return on Thursday.

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