Board Of Directors
Joseph P. Carmack
Owner/Operator
Premier Security, 44 Real Estate, Co-Owner Anytime Fitness, Co-Founder Opportunity Oregon
Joseph Carmack has more than 25 years of national and international experience in the security field, and started his own security company 15 years ago. Joseph also owns a commercial property company, a tattoo shop, and co-owns a fitness gym with Nancy. His various companies employ 140 people and operate throughout the state.
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After seeing firsthand the value of hiring a justice-involved individual, Joseph began brainstorming with his sister on creating a company that would exclusively hire those with criminal backgrounds. However, after seeing the amount of people looking for work, such an enterprise felt inadequate to the mission, and too limited by it's own growth and size. So the business model changed to meet the mission goal - instead of employing ex-offenders, they would place as many of them in existing jobs within the community. Opportunity Oregon was born.
Jessica McEwen, CADC I, QMHA, BA Psychology
Mental Health Court Coordinator
Deschutes County
Jessica brings over two decades of lived and professional experience in behavioral health, criminal justice support, and community advocacy to her role on the Board of Directors for Opportunity Oregon. She currently serves as the Mental Health Court Coordinator and Case Manager on the Intensive Forensic Services Team at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, where she supports individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who are involved in the legal system.
Jessica will graduate with her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walden University in February 2026, complementing her credentials as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I) and Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA). Throughout her education, she has developed and presented innovative program proposals, integrating trauma-informed practices, housing supports, and group interventions for dual-diagnosis populations.
With a career spanning roles in crisis response, reentry planning, forensic mental health, and group facilitation, Jessica has consistently demonstrated her ability to engage clients who are often the hardest to reach. Her approach emphasizes recovery, resilience, and equity, grounded in both professional expertise and lived experience.
Tessa Kristiansen, MBA, PMP, CRM, PSS
Contracts Manager
BestCare Treatment Services, Inc.
Tessa Kristiansen is an experienced contract and grant lifecycle manager for BestCare Treatment Services, Inc. She specializes in business systems, project management, and strategic funding strategies, and is passionate about helping nonprofits build sustainable systems, foster strong partnerships, and deliver impactful services. She also serves on several nonprofit boards and as a member of the State of Oregon’s Healthcare Workforce Committee, contributing to statewide efforts to strengthen access, workforce development, and system improvement.
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Outside of her professional work, Tessa is passionate about family, nutrition, and CrossFit. She brings the same dedication she applies to fitness and coaching into her leadership approach, inspiring others to pursue growth, balance, and their best selves.
Cory Adair, LICENSED LEB ELECTRICAL, EPA HVAC TECH
Comfort Specialist
Home Comfort Heating and Air Conditioning Inc.
Cory was released from the Oregon State Penitentiary in August 2022 after completing the HVAC training program through the Oregon Department of Corrections (Oregon State Penitentiary’s physical plant) earning both his electrical license and journeyman certificate. While still inside, he learned about Opportunity Oregon and submitted his application, recognizing the importance of connecting early with reentry support.
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Upon release, Cory worked closely with Opportunity Oregon to prepare his resume and to identify employment that aligned with his skills and goals. Within two weeks, he was hired by a local HVAC company — a transition that allowed him to immediately apply the technical knowledge and hands-on training he gained inside OSP. His work ethic and professional growth have since led to multiple promotions, and he now serves as a Comfort Specialist Estimator for residential HVAC, earning excellent pay, benefits, and performance bonuses.
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Cory’s journey represents the power of preparation, opportunity, and community support in successful reentry. He has since purchased his first home, a new vehicle, is married and raising his 16 year old daughter. Today, Cory uses his lived experience and professional success to advocate for justice-involved individuals pursuing technical trades and employment after release.
As a member of the Opportunity Oregon Executive Board, Cory brings first-hand insight into effective in-prison workforce training, fair chance hiring, and mentorship for individuals transitioning back into Oregon communities. His voice helps shape Opportunity Oregon’s strategies for bridging the gap between corrections, employers, and sustainable careers.
Anna Fiedler, BS
Owner/Operator
Legacy Stoneworks Inc.
Anna Fiedler is a dedicated Central Oregon resident, small business owner, and community advocate who brings a deep commitment to breaking down barriers for returning citizens. As the owner and operator of a successful construction company specializing in granite, quartz, and marble countertops, Anna has firsthand experience with the workforce needs of the local trades. She leverages this entrepreneurial insight to help Opportunity Oregon foster meaningful and sustainable employment partnerships.
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Since 2006, Anna has been actively involved in community outreach, local anti-drug coalitions, and addiction services. This long-standing commitment provides a vital perspective on the challenges facing individuals re-entering the workforce and underscores her passion for Opportunity Oregon's mission. Anna holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Oregon (2013) with an emphasis in Chemistry and Geology.