Executive Director
About Jay Miralles:
Jay Miralles, born and raised in San Francisco, CA, has had a diverse career. He served in the Air Force for 10 years, worked as a radio personality for a decade, and has a strong IT background. In addition to his professional experience, Jay is an accomplished author, podcaster, and speaker. Jay has made a significant impact in Omaha through his role as co-founder of several influential organizations, including Center Sphere and Business 4 Business.
In 1998, when Jay was honorably discharged from the service, he went through a hard transition period which many service people experience. His own story is the reason he
co-founded the 50 Mile March Foundation. Jay now proudly calls Omaha his home.
About the 50 Mile March Foundation:
The 50 Mile March Foundation empowers Veterans facing mental health challenges and homelessness by fostering a community of hope and relentless support. Founded in 2020, the 50 Mile March seeks to create awareness and a unique fundraising vehicle for our community to support Veterans. What began as 6 individuals walking 50 miles from our state's capital city to Omaha with a goal to raise awareness and funds, to our 2024 march which saw148 walkers and nearly $600,000 in funds raised, our goal remains the same... THEY SERVED FOR US, WE MARCH FOR THEM. Funds raised support our grantmaking efforts and the Community of Hope campus project.
Owner and Co-Founder of Marigold ONE11
Pam Hagge is the Owner and Co-Founder of Marigold ONE11, a forward-thinking digital marketing, AI and IT consulting firm specializing in enhanced internal operations and growth in customer engagement. She is also Co-Owner of Daisy Digital, a comprehensive "business in a box" technology solution for small to medium businesses.
Before Marigold ONE11, Pam was a Shareholder and Principal at Harbinger Partners, a regional IT staffing firm, and Vice President and Director of Marketing at SilverStone Group, a HUB International company. Her three decades of executive experience have positively impacted the community and the industries she supports.
Pam is driven by the “marigold effect,” encouraging growth and collaboration across industries. Her community involvement includes co-founding AI Omaha and serving on AIM’s Advanced Leaders Steering Committee, alongside previous board roles with Owens Educational Services, Women in Technology of the Heartland, and the Visiting Nurse Association.
Pam is a Certified Life Coach and a proud Nebraska native. She has called Omaha home for 37 years and shares her life with husband, Marty. Together, they have three children, five grandchildren, and a rescue dog, Kaci.
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HR Consultant & Advisor
For the past 25 years, Renee Franklin has channeled her underlying passion for equity through professional and personal commitments toward helping create just that type of community.
She is a transformative executive whose skills have been demonstrated in CEO, Executive Director, and Board Chair roles in national, regional, and local organizations. She is most recognized for beginning and revitalizing impactful initiatives, supporting organizations through crisis, and propelling nationally recognized programs.
Holding a Master of Public Administration and certifications from both Harvard and CFRE International, she has guided organizations including Muscular Dystrophy, Kids Can Community Center, Nonprofit Association of the Midlands, Komen Nebraska, Leadership Omaha, Learning Community, and AIM Institute and Association of the Midlands, Leadership Alumni Association, Komen Nebraska and AIM Institute.
Her organizational development and leadership expertise continue to shape sustainable and innovative initiatives through her nonprofit consultant organization, Eener Enterprises, LLC. Renee enjoys traveling and photography. She and Steve also enjoy spending time with their 4 rescue dogs.
