Board of Northwest Indiana Pagan Pride

The Board of Directors of Northwest Indiana Pagan Pride is a dedicated group of volunteers committed to ethical leadership, transparency, and service to our diverse pagan community.

Ron Powell - President

Ron is the well-known president of Northwest Indiana Pagan Pride, with over 8 years of service nurturing an inclusive pagan community in the Chicago south suburbs and Northwest Indiana. A practitioner of mysticism with a passion for esoteric and occult knowledge, he inspires spiritual growth, deep connection, and empowerment for all who walk their unique paths.

Kelly Gibbs - Vice President

Kelly is a proud mom of three incredible adult children, grandmother to four energetic boys, one angel baby boy, and devoted servant to three feline overlords.

A passionate nature enthusiast and photographer, Kelly’s home is surrounded by abundant wildlife—from diverse bird species to a local deer family affectionately known as “The Vibe Tribe.” Her lifelong connection to nature, animals, and all things wild deeply influences both her personal and spiritual path.

Kelly is a Usui/Holy Fire Reiki Ryoho practitioner, integrating foot zoning and reflexology into her healing sessions to support holistic balance and wellness. She believes everyone deserves access to healing care, especially those who may not otherwise be able to afford it.

With over 20 years of nonprofit experience, Kelly brings dedication, leadership, and a strong commitment to community service. Though she has walked a pagan path most of her life, she has been actively practicing for the past decade, embracing earth-centered spirituality with intention and reverence.

Kelly is deeply excited to be part of this organization and looks forward to continuing to help build, nurture, and strengthen this community.

Christine - Treasurer

Christine currently serves as the Treasurer for NWI Pagan Pride. In addition to managing financial responsibilities, she authors the organization's monthly newsletters and facilitates virtual workshops. With over 15 years of experience following the pagan path, Christine is also a trained herbalist and aromatherapist, an avid gardener, and the proprietor of Earthly Variations.

Kat Evans - Secretary

Kat is a seasoned spiritual teacher, ritualist, and community leader whose work bridges ancient traditions with modern practice. A devotee of The Morrigan and a Priestess of the Mt. Shasta Goddess Temple, she brings over two decades of experience in the healing and mystical arts. She currently serves as Executive Director of Soteira Inc., a nonprofit temple dedicated to sacred living, spiritual education, and community empowerment.

Trained as a Shamanic Practitioner and initiated in the Norse Völva tradition, Kat is deeply rooted in ancestral pathways of wisdom. She is also a certified Reiki Master, blending energy healing with spiritual insight and shamanic drum work to guide others through transformation. Her approach is grounded, mystical, and informed by lived experience as a teacher, Priestess, and mystic.

Her intuitive oracle readings are an extension of that lineage. Combining trancework, ancestral sight, and symbolic fluency, Kat reads beyond the surface. Her sessions reveal shadow patterns, soul threads, and the deeper currents shaping a seeker’s path. She weaves clarity, healing, and next steps with precision and truth, delivering guidance that is both mystical and actionable.

She can often be found wandering through graveyards and wild places, listening for the whispers of what longs to be healed, and answering the call.

Regina - Children’s Event Coordinator for Pagan Pride Day

Regina serves as the Children’s Event Coordinator for Pagan Pride Day, bringing creativity, care, and intention to programming designed especially for young attendees. Regina has over 30 yearsof experience as a pediatric therapist, with experience working with children of various developmental needs. With deep respect for Pagan values and earth-centered traditions, Regina creates welcoming, age-appropriate activities that celebrate diversity, nature, and community.

Through hands-on crafts, games, and educational experiences, Regina helps children feel safe, included, and proud to explore their curiosity in a joyful and supportive environment.

Amy - Pagan Pride Day Vendor Chair Person

Amy serves as the Vendor Committie Chair for NWI Pagan Pride Day, where she works closely with vendors to ensure they feel supported, informed, and welcomed. She coordinates vendor spaces, assists with needs throughout the event, and helps maintain a smooth, organized, and positive experience for both vendors and attendees.

A Pagan for nearly ten years, Amy practices mediumship and is devoted to the goddess Durga, whose strength and guidance deeply influence her spiritual path. A proud cat mom of three and a lifelong animal lover, she feels a strong connection to wolves and finds grounding and peace through hiking and time spent in nature.

“Northwest Indiana Pagan Pride is about connection, visibility, and care for one another. We are honored to serve on the board and help create a welcoming space where our diverse paths are respected, celebrated, and supported.”