RMCP Consultants

Bev Marquez is a seasoned executive leader, licensed professional counselor, and first-generation college graduate with over three decades of experience in crisis response, behavioral health services, and organizational leadership. As CEO of Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners, she guided the organization’s growth from its inception to a $32 million annual budget, establishing it as a cornerstone of mental health support in Colorado. Bev excels in building collaborative partnerships with healthcare systems, government agencies, and community stakeholders, driving sustainable solutions for complex challenges. Her expertise spans strategic leadership, non-profit development, workforce resilience, and advocacy, with a focus on supporting underserved communities. Born and raised in Colorado, Bev holds a Master of Arts in Agency Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Colorado State University. She believes deeply in the value of transparency, loyalty, and respect among colleagues and clients. Bev approaches her work with a commitment to listening intently to client needs, respecting their desired outcomes and timelines, and offering her experience as a collaborative partner—not a competitor. Outside of her professional life, Bev enjoys spending time with her dog, Lucy, brunching with friends, and listening to ’80s music.

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Cheri Skelding, MSW, LCSW, brings over 25 years of expertise in crisis program development, behavioral health leadership, and organizational strategy. As a founding executive leader at Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners, she played an integral role in establishing Colorado’s first statewide crisis and peer support line and led the design and implementation of the Hospital Follow-Up Program. Throughout her career, Cheri has built innovative behavioral health programs from the ground up, led large-scale system initiatives, and developed quality improvement frameworks that strengthen outcomes and accountability. A seasoned executive leader, Cheri is deeply experienced in building and developing high-performing teams. She is known for cultivating collaborative cultures, mentoring emerging leaders, and aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared purpose. Her leadership approach blends clinical depth with operational clarity — ensuring that vision translates into sustainable, measurable impact. Cheri earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Denver and has a strong foundation in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) industry. She believes the workplace represents one of the greatest frontiers for advancing mental wellness and suicide prevention, offering extraordinary opportunity to create healthier cultures and save lives. Outside of her professional work, Cheri explores her creative side through photography, often finding new excuses to be behind the camera and capture the beauty in everyday moments.

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Patricia Markwell is a nonprofit consultant with over 20 years of experience supporting organizations across behavioral health, education, and social enterprises. She brings expertise in nonprofit startups, fundraising, volunteer management, and board development, helping organizations navigate growth and achieve sustainability. Passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journeys, Patricia has extensive expertise in addressing Substance Use Disorder, and she offers consultation to nonprofits and agencies seeking to strengthen their recovery and addiction treatment programs. By understanding the challenges faced by both individuals and organizations in this field, she delivers tailored, impactful solutions. Patricia specializes in securing diverse funding sources, building effective governance structures, and creating volunteer engagement strategies. Her experience also extends to guiding organizations in developing and implementing programs that support recovery from substance use disorder, ensuring strategic alignment and meaningful outcomes. A Colorado native, Patricia holds a Master’s in Nonprofit Management (MNM) from The New School University in New York City. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, rock climbing, and hiking with her three dogs.

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With 17 years of experience in behavioral health, Brandon Wilcox has dedicated his career to serving diverse populations, particularly in underserved and under-resourced areas of Colorado. Brandon is most known for his transformative work in Peer Support programming, including the implementation, training, and credentialing of peer professionals. He was instrumental in creating the Colorado Peer Support Credential and was honored with the 2017 George DelGrosso Visionary Leadership Award. A proven leader, Brandon excels in workforce management and leadership development, building strong relationships and empowering teams to achieve lasting impact. As a passionate advocate for lived experience, he has worked to ensure systems are shaped by those they serve, including creating a client advisory board to inform mental health care practices. Brandon holds a BA in Psychology from Boise State University. When not advancing mental health systems, he enjoys snowboarding, exploring the mountains, and spending time with his beloved dog.

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Erik Jacobsen is a seasoned professional with a decade of experience specializing in community program development, crisis intervention, and dynamic partnership management. He helped lead the nationally recognized Hospital Follow-Up Program at Rocky Mountain Crisis Partners, supporting 75 hospitals across Colorado and setting best-practice standards for transitions in care. Erik excels in fostering strategic partnerships with healthcare systems, nonprofits, and government agencies, and facilitating collaboration to address critical community needs. As a passionate advocate for vulnerable populations, he has amplified the need for mental health resources through media engagement. His operational expertise includes managing contracts, communicating value through data, and empowering high-performing teams. Erik holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Bowdoin College and embraces the Colorado lifestyle with a passion for trail running, mountain biking, and skiing.

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