HBC Board of Directors

Donna Otto
Founder
HBC's primary teacher and advisor, Donna Otto, is a nationally known author and speaker. Donna's enthusiastic heart for Godly women and homes is evident in her inspirational teaching at HBC. Donna challenges women to understand what the Bible says about how to live their lives as women, wives and mothers. She does this by helping her audience understand what God intended by multiple Bible references to the topic being discussed. Donna's teaching blends humor, current-day concerns and Biblical truths into a memorable teaching that challenges women to live "counterculture" lives for the benefit of their families and spiritual health.

Officers

Janell Epley Chairman Janell came to know Jesus as her personal Savior at a camp as a young child, however it wasn't until her teenage years that she began to grow in her knowledge and understanding of the Lord. She has served as Childcare Director at Homemakers for several years. Before having children of her own, Janell taught in the Scottsdale Elementary Schools. She and her husband John have been married for 15 years and have 3 daughters.	Traci Tope Vice Chairman Traci asked Jesus into her heart at the age of 5, confirmed her faith by being baptized at 21 and surrendered her life to the Lord at the age of 36. She worked in Advertising for 9 years as an Assistant Account Executive. Since 1997,Traci has been a Program Director, a Small Group leader, a Home for Christmas chairman and involved with Caring Connection. She and her husband Michael have been married for 20 years and have 3 children. For fun Traci enjoys playing golf, reading and spending time with close family and friends.
Erin Moosbrugger Parlimentarian Erin grew up in a Christian home but it wasn't until her late teens that she understood what it meant to have a relationship with Christ. She worked several years for a real estate developer. Erin has done many things at HBC over the years: creating the monthly newsletter, being a small group leader, being treasurer and then the president for our local chapter. She and her husband Peter have been married for 21 years and they have 2 daughters. For fun Erin likes to exercise, read, do jigsaw puzzles and do crossword puzzles with Pete.	Michele Pace Treasurer Michele was raised in a Christian home and was baptized at the age of 9. Prior to joining HBC, she was employed by KPMG as a CPA in the tax department. She has been preparing taxes since 1993. Michele is currently serving as the Board Treasurer and leading the Finance Committee. She has been married for 5 years and has 2 daughters. For fun, Michele enjoys playing the violin and spending time with family and friends.
Chris Tooker Secretary

Board Members

Phyllis Barbee Phyllis trusted the Lord as her Savior 16 years ago. She became a newlywed shortly afterwards, becoming a blended family. She has 5 children and 4 grandchildren. Phyllis began her friendship with Donna Otto when they met in a Small Group at their Church 2 years ago. Her greatest love besides Family is her passion for horses. She regularly participates in "Dressage" riding competitions in Arizona.	Marcia Christensen Marcia gave her life to Christ in 1981 at Grace Community Church in Tempe. She has been involved with the Crisis Pregnancy Center as a member of the Gala Executive Board and is involved with Phoenix Seminary as the Chairman of the Vision of Faith Banquet as well as with Neighborhood Ministries. She and her husband Don have been married for 34 years and have 2 daughters. For fun Marcia likes to travel with her husband on Missionary trips all over the world and spend time with her grandchildren.
Amy Cavness Amy accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior in second grade at a Christian School. She has been married 14 years and has 3 children. She quit working as a social worker when her first child was born. She became involved in Homemakers By Choice in 1999 and loved it from the first moment. Amy has served as President of the Scottsdale Study Group and has also frequently taught there. She loves the mission and message of HBC and desires to help other women understand their calling as a stay-at-home mom. Amy loves to play tennis and spend time with her family and friends.	Joyce Kraiss In 1972 Joyce came to hear and understand the gospel for the first time and knelt beside her bed and prayed to Jesus Christ. She was a single working mom for 19 years and she last worked at an insurance company as a Marketing Representative. Joyce has worked at HBC mentoring women through Caring Connections. She and her husband Glenn have been married for 30+ years. Joyce has 5 sons while Glenn has 2 sons and 2 daughters. Joyce loves to swim, read, cook and meet new people!
Crissy Malouf	Kellie Bennett