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Joan founded the agency in 1999, after working in the adoption field herself. She has had a long career working with children and education. She has a passion for linking children with opportunity. She lives in Denver, CO with her Husband, Henry, and has a daughter who had her own little girl and made Joan a grandma! Joan was born and raised in China, and has spent much time there, as well as many other countries, seeing the need of children living in orphanages first hand. She enjoys spending time with family, going to the theater, traveling, her dog Max, and of course serving children and families through adoption.
Hannah joined IAN in July 2019 after getting her B.S. in Human Services. She has a heart for children, especially those with special needs, and is passionate about serving them and their families. She is excited to work with families as they move through their adoption process. Hannah is a Colorado native and loves being outdoors, reading, and spending time with others.
Adoption has been a blessing and a huge part of Bethany’s life since her family adopted her first brother from Korea when she was 8 years old. She now has 9 siblings, 7 who were adopted (from Vietnam, India, and the U.S.), bringing the number of kids in her family to 10. Her mom began working in the adoption field over 20 years ago when they adopted her sister from India, which allowed her to assist her and learn more about the adoption process. In 2007, she was given the opportunity to officially work with the India program, and she has been “hooked” ever since. She is honored to work for IAN’s India program, and to be a small part of bringing children and families together.
Bob Mardock serves as one of IAN’s India adoption coordinators. He also serves as the co-founder and president of International Family Services, a domestic adoption organization which placed over 5000 children into U.S. homes. Bob comes with a rich 30-year background in the world of adoption. When he was in high school, his parents opened their home to a teen in need and Bob saw the impact of an “open heart – open home” for his foster brother’s life. Once married to the love of his life, Carol, they decided adoption would be part of their family culture. Six adoptions later, and four biological kids (yes, that’s 10 kids), they live a full family life. He has been involved in India adoptions for over 20 years and has assisted in the adoptions of nearly 500 children from India.
Courtney comes from a large family of 10 kids built through adoption: She has 3 sisters (2 biological and 1 adopted from India) and 6 brothers (adopted from South Korea, Vietnam, & domestically). Her mom began working in the adoption field around the time they adopted from India and hired Courtney (and her sister Bethany) to work with her. She's thrilled to have the opportunity to continue helping families adopt through IAN. In her free time, Courtney enjoys spending time with her family, playing board games, watching tv/movies, and reading.
Nikkeria graduated with a B.S in Public Health and worked as a nanny while attending college. She grew to love helping families thrive and had the privilege of working for many types of families which solidified her belief that there is more than one way to become a family. Nikkeria is a Colorado transplant and recent newlywed who says she is more of a homebody, but if there's food involved, she is willing to get out and go.
Stephanie has been working in the adoption world since 2001, after graduating with her Master's degree from DU. She has a passion for helping create forever families and over the years has worked in domestic and international adoption as well as with foster families. Stephanie's biggest joys are her husband and their children. When she isn't cheering her children on in their various passions, she loves to sit by the fire-pit, travel, watch movies and snuggle her dogs. Stephanie was honored to join the IAN staff in July 2023.
In May 2022, Kelli graduated from Indiana University, earning a bachelor's degree in Psychology with minors in Human Development and Family Studies, as well as Criminal Justice. She relocated to Florida to start her career in child welfare, discovering her passion for supporting children and families through reunification and adoption. At IAN, Kelli eagerly anticipates the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives by helping them find loving homes. On weekends, she enjoys baking, hiking, exploring local eateries, and spending quality time with her mini dachshund, Elmer.
Kelly is here to guide IAN clients through the intricacies of the intercountry adoption process in Colombia, bringing a wealth of expertise and personal insight to ease the journey. With a commitment to best practices and a focus on the Hague requirements of international adoption, Kelly not only manages IAN’s Colombia program but has also personally navigated the process, having adopted internationally three times herself, twice from Colombia. Her 20-year journey has helped an estimated 1,000 children find permanent families, making her a seasoned expert in the field. Kelly understands the uncertainties, questions, and challenges that may arise during and long after the adoption. She has a special passion for helping single individuals and those in the LGBTQ community become parents through adoption.
Michaela graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. She is an individual deeply passionate about adoption, shaped by her own experiences as an adopted child. Having been adopted at a young age, Michaela understands firsthand the transformative power of finding a loving and supportive family. This personal journey has ignited a lifelong commitment to helping children and families navigate the adoption process, ensuring that every child has the chance to grow up in a nurturing environment.
As the Office Manager at IAN, Kandra serves as the central communication "hub," facilitating seamless interactions between clients and staff while ensuring the smooth execution of daily operations. With over seven years of experience working in international adoption, she brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to our organization. Kandra's commitment to ethical best practices and her focus on delivering exceptional client support underscore her role in enhancing the experiences of both our clients and our team.
As IAN's Child Placement Supervisor, Brenda is dedicated to helping children and families heal, learn, and thrive. With over 28 years of social work experience in Colorado, she holds a Bachelor's of Social Work (BSW) from Metropolitan State University of Denver and a Master's of Social Work (MSW) from Texas State University in San Marcos. Brenda and her husband Mike have three adult children and two grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, spending time with their many pets, photography, and exploring the world with her husband.
I am passionate about using the wisdom, experience, and knowledge I have gained to help the adoption community in an organic and authentic way. So much emphasis is placed on the process of adoption, and not as much on the care and support of those in the adoption community. I feel that I am returning to the root of my love for adoption – the people involved. I believe that employing empathy and informed interpersonal communication skills are the keys to healing and developing healthier relationships, which is my goal in all of the services I offer.
Address
5600 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Suite #250,
Greenwood Village, Colorado 80111
Phone
303-691-0808
Fax
303-703-8250
Email
info@internationaladoptionnet.org
Hours of Operation
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
