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Archie Hoggan

Executive Director

Archie has spent the last 6 years on the Beacon House team, building upon Beacon House’s foundation of long-term substance use treatment. Over his past 4 years serving as Executive Director, Archie has devoted his talents and time to strategic and financial planning, building new programs, and cultivating a positive company culture.

Archie takes pride in overseeing the vision and execution of the Beacon House mission to ensure long-term treatment is available at no cost for generations to come. He enjoys watching men transform their lives and go on to become leaders in their homes, occupations, and affairs.

Archie also enjoys being outdoors and running marathons and ultramarathons, as well as spending time with his wife and three daughters.

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George Grohs

Chief Financial Officer

George Grohs has been part of the Beacon House team since October 2020 and serves as Chief Financial Officer. In this role, George oversees all financial aspects of the organization, including financial management, planning, reporting, analysis, and regulatory and tax compliance, ensuring Beacon House operates with integrity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility.

George holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and brings more than 30 years of corporate management and accounting experience across both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. His expertise spans payroll, human resources, cash management, accounts payable, systems integration, operational management, budgeting and forecasting, strategic planning, regulatory reporting, and internal auditing.

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Timothy Shin

Director of Operations

Tim has been part of the Beacon House team since 2020 and currently serves as Director of Operations. In this role, Timothy participates in organizational leadership and strategic planning, facilitates collaboration and operations across departments, and oversees the growth and management of the Beacon House catering business.

He holds an AA in Mathematics, a Paralegal Certification, and a BS in Business Administration, and is currently an MBA candidate at the USC Marshall School of Business. His professional journey into the substance use disorder field began at Beacon House, informed by his lived experience as a former client. 

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Matthew Huff

Director of Social Enterprises

Matthew oversees day to day operations for the Beacon House Thrift Stores, including business strategy, donation pickups, e-commerce, marketing, and resident workforce development. Matthew is also part of the team developing and implementing a reintegration program, as he develops LMS modules and oversees financial literacy courses. Matthew also assists with grant writing and management. 

Matthew loves having the opportunity to be a part of something important at Beacon House. He’s grateful for the freedom to take risks, innovate, and create with his team. Outside of work, Matthew loves thrifting and estate sales, going to the beach, and finding new restaurants. 

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Tom Keyes

IT Director

Tom oversees and maintains all Beacon House facilities, technology systems, and communications, ensuring the organization’s infrastructure supports its mission and day-to-day operations.

With more than 25 years of experience in his field, Tom brings deep technical knowledge and problem-solving expertise to Beacon House. He takes pride in using his skills to support the work of the organization and to help others, providing a reliable foundation that allows programs and staff to operate effectively.

Outside of work, Tom devotes his time to caring for special needs pets.

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Dylan Grace

Program Director

Dylan has been part of the Beacon House team since 2020 and currently serves as Program Director. In this role, Dylan supervises counselors, programs, and curriculum while actively promoting Beacon House’s social model of recovery to ensure consistent, high-quality care across all services.

Dylan is a CADC and has completed Clinical Supervision Training. He began his journey at Beacon House in 2018 as a drug and alcohol counseling intern. Dylan discovered strengths in administration and developed a passion for leadership, mentorship, and building up those coming behind him.

Dylan finds the greatest fulfillment in witnessing lives transformed.

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Kyle Conneally

2.1 SUD Program Manager

Kyle has been a member of the Beacon House team since 2021, building his career within the Outpatient Program after completing a year-and-a-half internship at Beacon House. Kyle provides group and individual counseling, oversees billing and financial reports, maintains county and state compliance, supports the Program Director, and upholds Beacon House’s social model of recovery.

Kyle is CATC-1 certified and credits his growth as a counselor to the mentors and staff who trained him at Beacon House. He finds the greatest fulfillment in helping men work toward their goals, especially witnessing reunifications with family and the milestones that come with sustained recovery. 

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Gage Lindsay

3.1 SUD Program Manager

With over 6 years in the addiction treatment field, Gage has a deep passion for fighting for recovery. As Residential Program Manager, he manages and supervises all 3.1 residential treatment and services, including all residential counselors. He is proud to play a part in restoring hope to Beacon House’s newest residents, as well as teaching counseling interns to excel. 

Gage plays soccer in his free time and supports Liverpool Football Club. 

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Victoria Villarreal

Digital Marketing Manager

Victoria leads Beacon House’s digital presence by overseeing graphic design, photography, and social media content and campaigns, as well as managing website design, print materials, and event marketing assets. She plays a key role in maintaining brand consistency across all platforms while supporting fundraising and organizational outreach efforts.

Victoria earned her Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design in 2020 and began her career with a strong foundation in visual communication through graphic design and photography and expanded her expertise to include social media management, website development, and event marketing.

Victoria finds the greatest fulfillment in collaboration, teaching, and being inspired by the transformation of clients.

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Jeff Russell

Compliance Coordinator

Jeff oversees policy writing, license and certification acquisition, and both internal and external audits, ensuring that Beacon House meets and maintains healthcare compliance standards across all programs.

Jeff is CATCI certified and brings strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills to his work. He thrives on tackling large, ambitious projects while staying grounded in the purpose behind the organization’s mission.

Outside of Beacon House, Jeff enjoys balancing relaxation and adventure, whether it’s enjoying a good meal, watching a great movie, fishing, or exploring the outdoors.

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Avalon Silver

Donor Relations Coordinator

Avalon supports Beacon House’s fundraising and stewardship efforts through direct mail campaigns, fundraising events, email marketing, copywriting, and intentional donor engagement that strengthens long-term relationships with supporters.

Avalon holds a BA in Sociology with a minor in Health & Wellness Promotion, a Certification in Grant Writing & Administration, and is currently pursuing an MSW.  She began her career in fundraising in 2021 and through this work, Avalon has developed strong skills in relationship building, storytelling, and donor communications.

Outside of Beacon House, she enjoys reading, attending live music, learning new things, and spending time with loved ones.

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Ivan Rizo Patron

Development Events Coordinator

Ivan Rizo Patron joined the Beacon House team in July 2024 and serves as Development Events Coordinator. In this role, Ivan is responsible for the planning, organization, and execution of Beacon House’s major fundraising events, helping to create meaningful experiences that support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.

He began his work in development through a year-long fundraising and development internship at Beacon House, where he gained hands-on experience in donor relations, marketing and social media, development events coordination, mail campaigns, and community engagement.

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Breann Sumser

Senior Administrative Assistant

Breann coordinates and organizes meetings, manages schedules and appointments, handles correspondence, and maintains files and databases, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and smooth day-to-day operations across the organization.

Breann holds an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Sociology with a minor in Health Science, and a Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in nonprofit management.

 Guided by the belief that “Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light,” she brings dedication, organization, and a thoughtful approach to supporting Beacon House’s mission.

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Jillian Becker

Program Operations Specialist

Jillian oversees billing for Recovery Bridge Housing, and coordinates scheduling for men participating in Beacon House Social Enterprises.. She also manages donation pickups for the Beacon House Thrift Shop and plans box truck routes to support daily operations.

Jillian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations, along with minors in Marketing and Sociology, and is RADT-I certified through CCAPP. Her path to Beacon House reflects a long-standing commitment to the nonprofit sector, with six years of volunteer experience at the American Cancer Society, followed by internships and roles at Walk With Sally and a nonprofit startup before joining the Beacon House team.

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Brandon Dodge

Culinary Head Chef

Brandon has been in the hospitality industry since 2003, but has found his true passion in the kitchen. Over the years, Brandon has held positions as a prep cook, line cook, kitchen manager, and Sous Chef, accumulating over a decade of experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. 

At Beacon House, Brandon manages all aspects of kitchen operations for the Bartlett Center. This includes high volume catering contracts for over 8 local shelters, as well as providing 3 meals a day for all Beacon House residents. Brandon enjoys teaching and mentoring residents in the kitchen, helping them on their journey of personal and professional development. 

The Beacon House Board Members

Tom Compton

Chairman Of The Board

Why did you join the board?
“When I had the pleasure of meeting a few Beacon House graduates, I was so touched by their stories, I wanted to do whatever I could do to provide more men with this transformative and life-saving opportunity.”

Secretary

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Meet Tom Compton

Position: Chairman Of The Board​

Favorite Quote: “Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.” – John Wooden

Bio: Tom’s professional career spanned the consumer products, entertainment, and business industries. His expertise includes financial, business, and strategic planning. Over time, his focus became helping organizations retool and adapt to changing business environments. In addition to holding Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) positions, Tom was President and the Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the National Hot Rod Association (“NHRA”), the worlds largest motorsport sanctioning body. Tom received his BA from the University of California Los Angeles (“UCLA”) and his MBA from the University of Southern California (“USC”). Tom volunteers his time and experience to a variety of non-profit organizations and has served on multiple boards in different capacities.

Why did you join the board?: When I had the pleasure of meeting a few Beacon House graduates, I was so touched by their stories, I wanted to do whatever I could do to provide more men with this transformative and life-saving opportunity.

Meet Jennie Hofeling
Position: Board Member
Favorite Quote: My dad used to say, “Only you can do your part no matter how big or how small; you will be amazed that a tiny action can have such a far-reaching effect.”
Bio: Our family moved to California in 1998 for a year to spend time with my husband’s family at a certain point we realized we are Californians now and started to get to know our community.
Why did you join the board?: The Beacon House put our son on a path to recovery and reunited us as a family, we feel such a grand gift cannot be repaid but we are going to try! I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such an inspiring facility that changes lives every day.
Meet Brandon Bernstein

Position: Treasurer

Favorite Quote: “When we feel love and kindness towards others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it also helps us to develop inner happiness and peace.” Dalai Lama
Bio: Brandon has been a Financial Advisor for over 20 years after being an Investment Banker in Public, and Real Estate fixed income. He has been honored with recognition from Forbes as a Best-In-State Advisor for 2020-2022. In addition, Brandon is also on the board of directors for Heal LA. He also enjoys surfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.
Why did you join the board?: I joined the Beacon House’s Board in 2015. I wanted to become a board member in order to help more people with the disease of addiction and alcoholism. I feel Beacon House has the best program in order to really make a difference in people’s lives.
Meet Kurt Antonius
Position: Secretary
Favorite Quote: “Learn the Art of Giving and Inner Serenity will follow.”
Bio: I’m Originally from Madison Wisconsin. I Graduated from Colorado State University with Liberal Arts Degree. I worked for General Motors Corporation in their Public Relations Division for 12 years. At GM, I worked in Detroit, at GM’s Research Labs, Kansas City and Los Angeles Regional PR offices. I joined Honda in 1981 to start their PR and Communications activities. Became ultimately responsible for PR Activities for Honda and Acura, Motorsports Communications, national Auto Shows and the Honda Museum. I retired in 2012 and enjoy yachting, off-roading, cycling and serving on volunteer Boards.
Why did you join the board?: I became a Board Member because I wanted to give back to and be part of this amazing and successful Recovery Home. It is a huge honor for me.
Meet Steve Howard
Position: Board Member
Bio: I have worked for Bristol farms for 33 years and I am currently the Group VP of Merchandising and Procurement. My wife’s name is Tracy and our two daughters, McKenna and Holly, are both in college. I love the music of the Grateful Dead, Notre Dame Football, and always trying to improve my golf game.
Why did you join board?: I joined the Beacon House’s Board in 2021. I joined the Board because I want to give back the gift of Sobriety I received in 1990. Most importantly being of service and sharing my story with the men of The Beacon House is important. If I can resonate with just one man, it is all worth it.
Meet Mike Schoettle
Position: Board Member
Favorite Quote: I have two quotes: ‘To thine own self be true, and it shall follow as night follows day, thou canst be false to any man’ and ‘Live each day and do the best you can’.
Bio: For more than two decades, Michael Schoettle was a Partner of Heidrick & Struggles, a leading global executive search firm. He then created and co-managed a career coaching program for Executive MBAs at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Earlier in his career, he worked in sales and marketing for Xerox Corporation. Schoettle grew up in the Philadelphia area and spent summers on the New Jersey Shore. He crewed in one race on the 5.5 Meter that won its class in the Helsinki Olympics In 1952. He managed the sailing competition in the 1984 Olympics, and he led the US Olympic Sailing Team in Barcelona that won medals in nine out of ten events in 1992. Over the years Schoettle has served on many boards, mostly nonprofits. He has a B.A. from Yale University and an MBA from Harvard University. He was a U.S. Naval Officer for three years and is married with two grown sons.
Why did you join the board?: I have spent most of my working life involved with people making decisions about their careers. I have read many books about life’s journey and what is important for a good life. I respect what Beacon House is doing, and I want to be a part of it.