Our Team

Jean Galloway’s extensive community relations experience comes from her 35 years of working in the greater Denver community, 13 of which were spent at 9KUSA as vice president, Community Relations. During her three decades-plus in the community, she has developed strong relationships throughout the business, political and nonprofit communities. Jean is passionate about community investment and helping clients build important relationships within the community. Because of her years in the community, Galloway clearly has her “finger on the pulse.” Outside the office, Jean can be found in her Saab racing from one meeting to another, accumulating frequent flyer miles visiting grandchildren Savannah and Asher or spending time in Denver with her grandson, Andrew.

Jeff Steepleton began working at Galloway Group in 2001 and has established himself as the firm’s Chief Operating Officer.  In addition to managing Galloway Group's operations, Jeff enjoys working with clients to discover the “sweet spot” where business and community objectives overlap – and helping the clients effectively tell this story. He earned his MBA from the University of Denver and his undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University. When Jeff isn’t working diligently for clients he’s most likely working on home improvement projects or enjoying time with his wife, Sarah.

Kimball Howell:
Executive VP, CMO

As a Senior Broadcast Executive with extensive experience at HBO, Cinemax, ABC and NBC in promotion, advertising, interstitial programming, film and event production, Kimball is a valuable addition to the Galloway Group team. She has developed and launched new cable networks, channels and programming in multiple countries and venues and oversaw all creative services teams of writers, producers, press relations, designers, advertisers and media buyers. Kimball is also a multiple award winner, having received Emmy, Clio, Andy, BDA, BP CTAM, IFTV, Art Directors and International Broadcasting awards. In addition to her professional experience, Kimball is a dedicated member of the Denver community, serving on the YMCA Metro Denver Board of Trustees as the Marketing Chair and the Denver Art Museum Marketing Committee. She has also been very involved with Colorado Ballet Auxiliary, Denver Ballet Guild, Adams Camp, Mercy Housing, and Destination Imagination. Kimball also earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre/Film/Painting from Ohio Wesleyan University. When not actively involved in Galloway Group as the Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Kimball can be found with her husband and three daughters, traveling, skiing, golfing or horseback riding.

FRANCES OWENS:

Executive VP, Community Affairs

Frances joined Galloway Group in August 2008 and brings with her a wealth of experience in the nonprofit sector and a keen ability to facilitate strategic relationships in the community. Frances served as First Lady of Colorado from January 1999 through 2006 and is well respected for the leadership and support she offered to countless charitable causes before, during and after her time as First Lady. Most recently, Frances has been recognized for spearheading the privately funded, long-term project of renovating and restoring the Governor's Residence at Colorado's historic Boettcher Mansion as well as serving as board chair of Saks Fifth Avenue and Denver Health's 2008 Key to the Cure fundraising luncheon for women's health issues. Frances looks forward to working with clients in developing key relationships, maximizing special event efforts and communicating more effectively with high profile individuals. Frances has three amazing children – Monica, Mark and Brett.

Kathy Norford:
Executive VP, Strategy & Branding

With a decade of client-based leadership experience, Kathy brings extensive strategic counsel experience to Galloway Group. She has a remarkable ability to identify the marketing and advertising solutions to the challenges that keep her clients up at night. Kathy’s enthusiasm for her clients’ image and success in the community is infectious.  Her background spans a wide range of industries from financial to healthcare, to retail and restaurants, to nonprofit and education — just to name a few. She earned her undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Richmond. Kathy is a sports-enthusiast with a passion for tennis who enjoys family time with her husband, two small children, and yellow lab.

Cori Plotkin:
Communications Director

Cori joined Galloway Group in the Spring of 2008, and is thrilled to be a part of the team. Receiving her Master of Science in Public Relations from the University of Denver in June 2008, Cori brings to the Galloway Group a wealth of knowledge and experience around public relations strategies and tactics and big picture thinking. Her background includes extensive work with local nonprofit organizations in all areas of communications and brand development as well as professional experience as a travel writer and editor of an online travel magazine. Her love of writing has played a key role in her decision to pursue public relations and communications as a lifelong career. When she is not working hard as Galloway Group’s Communications Director and resident Public Relations technician, Cori enjoys traveling around the world and adding new destinations to her long list of travel experiences.

WHITNEY KIELY MOEHLE:
Creative Director

Whitney has followed a creative career path prior to bringing her expertise and years of experience to Galloway Group. Beginning with an undergraduate degree from the University of San Diego, Whitney went on to enjoy a coveted job with MTV networks. After working for the “MTV generation,” she moved from TV to advertising, where she worked in various aspects of production and design and eventually represented some of the best commercial directors around. Following her time in advertising, Whitney went back to school and earned her Masters in Education from the University of Southern California, trading in “Hollywood” for the First Grade. She spent a few years enriching the minds of children as a teacher before deciding to return to her creative roots as a Graphic Designer. Whitney opened her own Denver-based design boutique, Additional Postage Required, and continues to offer the Denver community professional and creative graphic designs. When not traveling or sitting in front of her computer screens, you’re likely to find Whitney and her husband Doug working on their 120-year-old home in Denver’s Curtis Park or enjoying a concert or sporting event with family and friends.

Susan Grupe:
Office Manager

Susan met Jean while teaching fourth grade in the Hinsdale, Illinois school system and they have been good friends ever since. Susan came to Galloway Group after working for the Denver Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau for seven years. Her career has also included coordinating the Gulf Support line during the first Gulf War for 9News and coordinating the live audience and creating the food segments for Good Afternoon Colorado. Susan has two daughters who both live in Denver and a grandson, Jack, who is the light of her life.