Productive Alternatives Staff
Steve Skauge, President
Steve is responsible for overall operations of the agency, and works directly with the Board of Directors to guide the organization. “I enjoy working in a mission-based agency with dedicated, high-quality staff.”
When not working at Productive Alternatives, Steve enjoys hunting, fishing, sporting events, and spending time with family and friends.
Lynette Holtberg, Quality Services Director
Lynette started at Productive Alternatives in 1989 and has held five positions over the years. In her current position, Lynette oversees licensing and accreditation compliance. Her favorite aspect of working at Productive Alternatives? “I love the variety of tasks I get to do – nothing is routine.”
Mike Burke, Director of Operations
Mike is responsible for all Day Services throughout the agency. Mike is the Past President and currently serves on the Board of Directors for MOHR (Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation) “I love the fact that Productive Alternatives, Inc. is diversified with the services we provide. Our mission is serving everyone that needs our help.“
Outside of work Mike enjoys spending lake time with his family, golfing, and sporting events.
Carrie Beithon, Director of Financial Services
Carrie serves as the Director of Financial Services at Productive Alternatives. While she oversees many aspects of the department, she also takes on key responsibilities that support the agency’s financial health and operations.
“I’m passionate about the mission of PAI and honored to serve our communities and families,” Carrie shares.
Outside of work, Carrie loves spending time with her family and her dog, and she treasures every minute she gets to relax by the lake.
Julie Peterschick, Director of Rehab Services
Kevin Larson, System Integration Manager
Kevin has been with Productive Alternatives since 1997. He managed our Brainerd branch for over 20 years, from 2000 to 2022. Since then, he’s taken on a variety of roles, including supporting our IT systems, managing the transportation fleet, and assisting with special projects across the agency.
Outside of work, Kevin enjoys music, traveling, sports, and spending time outdoors.
Beth Rader, Director of CSU
Beth oversees the Crisis Stabilization Units in Fergus Falls and Hoffman, ensuring that all aspects of the program align with the CSU mission. She is responsible for budgeting, programming, maintaining licensing compliance, and building strong partnerships within the community. Beth’s leadership helps ensure that individuals in crisis receive compassionate, effective, and person-centered care.
“I love to be by one of our beautiful lakes fishing and relaxing with friends and family.”
Kristie Heisler, Moorhead Branch Manager
Kristie oversees daily operations of the Moorhead office. Kristie is passionate about helping individuals improve quality of life by finding them meaningful employment.
Kristie is a mom to three active boys, and enjoys watching them in all their activities.
Hannah Frederick, Director of Perham 180
Hannah started here in 2009, and one of the main roles of her job is to create, facilitate, and conduct department-specific training and general corporate-wide training. She really enjoys getting to meet everyone that works at Productive Alternatives, Inc.
When not at work, Hannah enjoys watching her girls’ athletic teams, traveling, reading, quilting, and fitness.
Chelci Gira, Alexandria Day Services Manager
Chelci oversees the Alexandria Day Service program. Outside of work, Chelci is often attending her children’s activities, reading, working on one of the variety of hobbies she enjoys or on a motorcycle ride with her husband, when time allows.
Heather Meyer, Perham Day Services Manager
Heather plans, coordinates, and oversees client programming. She writes programs based on what the client wants and needs. “What I like best about this job is helping our individuals achieve their goals and happiness.”
Heather loves to be outdoors, gardening, camping, spending time with family and friends, and scrap-booking.
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