Meet The Team
Dan Davidson
Founder
Dan is a graduate of the Duke Divinity program and was a pastor for over a decade. While pastoring Rose City Church, he built relationships with youth experiencing homelessness. This is where the Rosebud Coffee cart and job skill training for youth began. His commitment to empowering local youth and combining business with positive social impact led to the establishment of Rosebud Coffee. Dan is passionate about social enterprise, collaborative community, and excellent coffee.
Melissa Spolar
Operations Manager
Melissa has a BSW and mDiv from Azusa Pacific University. Her background is in children and youth church ministry, event coordination and marketing. She oversees the job-readiness program and supports operations of our organization and Rosebud Coffee. She is passionate about community building and personal development.
Brenda Lynch
Communications Manager
Brenda boasts extensive experience in Public Relations and communications. She sharpened her expertise in media relations, social media, and marketing through working at international PR agencies, non-profits, and as an adjunct professor at USC. Her passion lies in sharing the stories that can make a difference.
Mackenzie Westman
Program Coordinator
Mackenzie (who goes by Kenz!) has a BSW from Azusa Pacific University, with a background in child welfare and school social work. She oversees the Pasadena job-readiness program. Her passion is to make meaningful impacts in social justice and mental health advocacy.
