Catholic Family Services

Name:    Jeff Malpiede                      
Agency:  Catholic Family Services
# of Years with the Agency:  7 – 1/2 years         # of Years in Non-Profit Work:  27 years
Hometown:  Denver, Colorado                 
College:  St. Mary’s Seminary, Missouri
Major(s):  Philosophy
Higher Ed:   Divinity and Peace & Justice Studies
Past Jobs before you were in Non-Profit Work:  As a youth I worked at Kmart and a golf course.
Family:  His parents and sisters live in Denver.

What are the most important rewards in your career and why did you choose it?
Helping people improve their lives – it is its own reward. I was taught at an early age to care about and to help others and have chosen to male it my lifelong work.

What are your interests outside of work?
I like to spend time outdoors walking my dog or working in the yard.  I enjoy traveling and the opportunity to do some leisure reading. 

What accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction and why?
 “Knowing you made it better” gives me the feeling of accomplishment. 

Who is your hero?
I look up to my parents and grandparents for the stable environment they provided and setting the example of making a difference in others lives. 

What two or three things are most important to you in your job?
A sense of community perspective
The Board of Directors and Staff of Catholic Family Services
Staying focused on their Mission

Where is your favorite place you have been on vacation and why?
I have 2 favorites – Paris where I lived briefly and enjoyed the city’s beauty and ambience and Switzerland because it reminds me of my home state of Colorado.