Meet our team.

Meet the exceptional Rulo Strategies team, a group of passionate and talented individuals committed to your success. Each member brings deep expertise in justice, behavioral health, and corrections systems, translating policy into practice and turning collaboration into measurable results. Together, we help communities and partners build capacity, strengthen programs, and sustain impact over time.

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Executive Director

Tara Kunkel, MSW

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Senior Director

Rebecca Rose, MPA

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Senior Director

Kristina Bryant, MBA

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Technical Assistance Coordinator

Matt Costello, MS

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Technical Assistance Coordinator

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Rahni Cason, MA

Behavioral Health & Criminal Justice Consultant

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Jana Braswell, MS

Client Services Coordinator

Ally Fouts Gaines

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