Our Staff & Volunteers

Meet the People Who are Transforming Lives through Inclusive Employment

At Beyond26, we help adults with disabilities unlock their potential and find their place in the workforce through individualized advocacy, networking, and job placement. Our staff, volunteers, and board members consist of individuals with extensive personal and professional experience caring for adults with disabilities. We’re passionate about what we do and grateful for the chance to make a difference in the lives of those that we serve.

Dirk

Executive Director

dirk@beyond26.org

Elisa

Associate Director

emlnarik@beyondtwentysix.org

Nick

Senior Job Developer Specialist

ngoodwin@beyondtwentysix.org

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Joshua

Job Developer Specialist

jvanwyhe@beyond26.org

Seidy

Program Manager 

samaya@beyond26.org

Sheila

Sheila

Document Shredding Supervisor – Grand Rapids

Pam

Document Shredding Supervisor – Grand Rapids

Marie

Document Shredding Supervisor – Lakeshore

Merri

Document Shredding Supervisor – Lakeshore

Meet our Board 

BOB
Bob Wondergem-President
Jenn
Jennifer Bakhuyzen-Secretary
Emily
Emily Mann
Darin
Darin VanDuyn- Treasurer
Dirk
Dirk Bakhuyzen- Exectutive Director
Vicki
Vicki Wondergem

Becoming a board member at Beyond26 is more than just making decisions for the organization. It’s about bridging the gap between businesses and a community of adults with disabilities. By attending board meetings, participating in Beyond26 community events, and engaging with your network, we can help turn every workplace into a one that celebrates different abilities and inclusivity.

Interested in joining our board? Download our flyer to learn more about becoming a board member.

Volunteer and Make a Difference

Join our mission in opening doors for adults with disabilities and creating positive change in our community. Reach out to learn more about our volunteer opportunities. Go to our volunteer page to begin your application.