Envoy Financial

Bruce brings more than 25 years of professional benefits, investment and management experience to his position as Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. A graduate of the University of California, Berkeley (MBA), Bruce consults with Christian organizations and ministry professionals on a national and international basis about retirement and benefit plans. He is also a sought-after presenter for seminars to associations and industry groups. His heart for the message of Biblical Financial Stewardship began when Bruce became aware of the considerable need missionaries and other Christian workers face to provide for a lifetime of ministry where the paycheck stops. Bruce and his wife, Judy, reside in Pasadena, California.

Bethany Palmer

As Executive Director, Bethany brings over 18 years experience in the financial services industry, having counseled over 1,200 Christian Ministry Professionals.  A graduate of Westmont College, Bethany's passion for ministry began when she recognized the need of pastors for solid financial counsel.  She has a thorough knowledge of biblical financial stewardship and is committed to providing resources to Christian Ministries.  She and her husband Scott recently wrote Cents & Sensibility: How Couples Can Agree About Money.  The Palmers reside in Colorado Springs with their two sons.

Scott Palmer

Scott brings ten years experience in the financial services industry and a heart for the message of biblical financial stewardship.  Scott has a bachelor's degree in Aviation Administration from the University of North Dakota and has obtained the Certified Retirement Specialist and Certified Senior Advisor certifications.  Scott currently functions as the LifeStage Director, giving leadership to the financial planning team, as well as working with hundreds of ministry professionals around the world.  Scott enjoys travel and spending time with his family.  Scott is married to Bethany and they live in Colorado Springs with their sons, Cole and Cade.

Jeff Gater

Jeff brings more than 20 years of professional financial services experience to his role on the Envoy team.  His education includes a bachelor's degree in Management from Simpson College and a Master of Nonprofit Organization Management through Regis University.  Working as an advisor to churches, nonprofit groups and ministry staff members has helped him develop a strong desire to educate and equip fellow Christians for their stewardship journey.

Jeff and his wife Sherry enjoy travel, music, hiking together in the mountains, and spending time with friends and family.

Dave joined Envoy Financial as the CMO Ministry Services Manager in 2003.  His education includes undergraduate degrees in Culinary Arts and Business Administration.  Dave and his wife, Wendy, have one daughter, Sara.  He enjoys competitive cycling, camping, mountaineering and climbing.  It is Dave's personal desire to be in the center of God's will with respect to all of his endeavors.

Rachel Gray

Rachel Gray is a Series 6 licensed, part-time member of our Service Team. Rachel has worked at Envoy for since the spring of 2001, starting in our receptionist position. Having worked with both CMPs and CMOs during her time here, Rachel has a passion for service.

Outside of work Rachel enjoys spending time with her husband, Steve and is also the proud mother of two beautiful children, Juliet and Richard. Rachel is a Colorado Native and enjoys cooking, reading, playing at the park and having fun with her family.

Katie Atkinson

Katie joined Envoy in the Spring of 2005. She has a Business Management degree from Ball State University and holds her Series 6 Securities License.  Katie has a heart for people, whether going on short term mission trips or working with youth at church.  When not working, she enjoys playing guitar, cooking, reading, hiking, camping, and traveling.

Holly Kraftson

Holly grew up in Carrollton, Texas and attended Wheaton College where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and met her husband, Tim.  They have been married for 8 years.  Holly joined Envoy in the Summer of 2006, has her Series 6 Securities License, and is enjoying building her financial knowledge.  When she’s not working, Holly likes to spend time with family and friends, shop, and take on art projects.

Carrie Gage

Carrie grew up in Lakewood, California and attended Biola University for undergraduate study and the King’s Seminary for Graduate study. After 12 years of ministry, Carrie went into financial services and learned how to use this new skill to help people in ministry.  She has been married to Jeff for 11 years and they have two children.  They moved here to Colorado Springs in 2006.  When not working, Carrie enjoys walks, playing games with her family and reading.

Samme is excited to join Envoy and re-enter the workforce after spending 16 years raising her four children and being actively involved in ministry leadership, including teaching and leading worship.  During that time, she obtained her Bachelor’s degree, with a major in psychology and a minor in theater, taught voice, and sold products and services for various sales organizations.  Samme has been married to her husband for 16 years, loves spending time with her family, playing her guitar, and spending time at their family lake home on Lake Coeur D’Alene.  Above all, her passion is to help people come to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

Dale DeMarchi

Dale was born and raised in Canada, met his wife while living in California and now lives in Colorado Springs with Suzzie and their two sons, Nathaniel & Bryant.  He brings over 20 years experience to his role as Communications Director, with marketing and communications experience in corporate and ministry settings.

When not working, Dale enjoys hiking, dates with his wife Suzzie, being a dad, worship, leading groups at his church, public speaking, and trying to play guitar.

Robert Comstock

Robby joined the Envoy team in January 2006 as the IT Manager and was a contractor for a year prior to coming on board full time.  He has a computer science and engineering background including 15 years of customer service experience and 5 years of technical support experience.

When not at Envoy, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Jackie, their three kids, and camping and fishing in beautiful Colorado.

Bill Ying

Born in Guang Zhou, China, Bill moved to the United States to pursue the American Dream in 1989.  He studied International Business at Cal State in Los Angeles, California.  Bill joined Envoy Financial as Accounting Manager in 2001.  He enjoys carpentry and woodworking in his home workshop.  He resides in Arcadia, California with his wife and two daughters.