BOARD MEMBERS
Providing Funding for People and Organizations in Need Through Educational, Medical, Special Needs & Religious Initiatives.
To God Be All Glory, Honor & Praise.
Lori Lakes
Board Member
Special Education and early childhood development teacher for many years. Lori has hands on experience working with Rebecca her special needs daughter. Lori has been a Board of Directors Member at the LEO Foundation since 2020 and Del Lagos Charitable Fund since 2023. Previously Lori served on the Board of Directors of the Benton County Sunshine School (early childhood development center for children with disabilities), and The Gaitway Foundation (a conductive education center) in Tucson, AZ. Lori has been married to Jeff for nearly 35 years. She has three adult Children. Lori resides in Scottsdale, AZ.
Jeff Lakes
Board Member
Jeff is the Founder & CEO of Mediawerks Inc., with a background in entrepreneurship spanning multiple companies since 2001. He’s held significant roles in sales and marketing at Hershey Chocolate USA, Johnson & Johnson, and Rexall Sundown. Jeff is active in his church and supports local charities aligned with his faith. He serves on the boards of The Leo Foundation, Del Lagos Charitable Fund, and CECA, and has been involved in missions in Romania since 1999. Jeff and his wife Lori, married nearly 35 years, reside in Scottsdale, AZ, where they’ve long desired to establish CECA.
Felix Jimenez
Board Member
Felix, Chief Technical Office of Mediawerks Inc., brings extensive experience from roles at the US State Department in the Middle East, the Department of Defense in DC, and Qualys Cyber Security. He serves on the boards of Del Lagos Charitable Fund and CECA, driven by deep Christian conviction. Felix’s strategic prowess and commitment have benefited each organization he’s touched. Married to Laura for five years, they have children Luna (4) and Luca (2). He enjoys short-term mission trips and resides in Phoenix, AZ.
Elizabeth Rainey
Treasurer
Elizabeth, a seasoned accounting professional with an emphasis in non-profit is the Chief Financial Officer for multiple entities, including her prior work as CFO of Boy Scouts of America for 11 years. Her financial non-profit experience is invaluable. Elizabeth has been married to Ron for 29 years and they have five adult children. Elizabeth’s faith guides her intent, and she allows Christ to guide her path in all that she does. Elizabeth resides in Scottsdale, AZ.
Suzanne Eikel
Board Member
Dr. Bryan Martyn
Board Member
Dr. Bryan Martyn is a retired officer of the United States military, where he served multiple combat tours as an AH-64 Apache and Special Operations helicopter pilot. He has also held roles in public service as an elected official, executive director of a state agency, and high school teacher and administrator. A former collegiate athlete at Arizona State University, Dr. Martyn maintains a lifelong passion for sports and is committed to sharing his Christian faith.
He currently serves with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as the Regional Director for International Advancement in the South Pacific, where he works to expand the organization’s global mission and impact.
Dr. Martyn is married to Susie Martyn, a fellow McClintock High School alumna. They are the proud parents of three adult sons and the grandparents of three wonderful grandchildren.
We operate with the understanding that helping others is not just a moral obligation but a deeply spiritual one, rooted in the teachings of Christianity.
We serve as a tangible expression of faith in action, embodying the Christian principles of compassion, selflessness, and community-building. Glory be to God!
Educational pursuits
Collaborating with organizations like the LEO Foundation, previously known as the GCU Scholarship Foundation, our primary aim is to offer financial assistance and invest in students who encounter economic obstacles on their path to achieving a college education.
medical needs
Working with foundations like BHHS Legacy, we adopt a pragmatic, forward-looking strategy assisting in enhancing the well-being of Arizona’s children and families. This involves providing grants to programs and services towards healthcare & strengthening our community.
religious endeavors
Working with entities such as Christian Challenge AZ, Whose purpose is to connect college students with the Gospel, empower servant leaders for the church, and dispatch missionaries to the world, we further the word of God to the world and promote His glory.
LEO Foundation scholarship DONATION
Look at this beauty, a 1956 Convertible Ford Thunderbird. At the Barrett Jackson auction, this car sold for $30k, and the proceeds were donated to the LEO Foundation to benefit students without financial means to pursue higher education! That’s $30k in scholarships! We thank our amazing and generous donors and board of directors, Jeff and Lori Lakes, founders of the Del Lagos Charitable Fund, who donated this car. Their dedication to our community and helping young adults achieve their dreams is truly inspiring!
