10/06/2026
✨ Employee Spotlight: Cassie Nagel ✨
Meet Cassie, our Executive Director who has been leading Waypost for the past three years. With over a decade of dedication to this field, Cassie is driven by a powerful belief: prevention is possible, and systems can change. Her passion lies not only in supporting survivors in moments of crisis, but also in creating long-term, meaningful change that strengthens communities and prevents violence before it begins.
For Cassie, Waypost’s mission is deeply personal. As a parent, she is committed to helping build a future where safety, respect, and healthy relationships are the norm—not something people have to fight for. To her, this work is about more than services—it’s about dignity, connection, and creating lasting change for future generations.
In her role, Cassie has witnessed the ripple effect of Waypost’s impact—from survivors finding their voice and reclaiming their power, to staff and community partners growing in confidence and compassion. She’s especially inspired by the trust being built in the community and the way conversations around domestic violence and sexual assault are beginning to shift toward accountability, understanding, and support.
Rather than one defining moment, Cassie says she knows she made the right decision every day—through the passion, creativity, and dedication of the Waypost team. Their willingness to challenge the status quo and continuously improve how they serve others is what makes this work so meaningful.
Looking ahead, Cassie is excited about the next chapter for Waypost. With intentional growth on the horizon, the organization is building a strong foundation to expand beyond crisis response and into prevention, education, and deeper community impact.
Cassie also shares an important perspective: domestic violence and sexual assault are not just individual issues—they are shaped by systems, culture, and power. By investing in education, healthy relationships, and community accountability, we can create real, lasting change.
Outside of work, Cassie enjoys both quiet and joyful moments—whether it’s reading at a campsite, walking along the river, or going all-in at a karaoke night. You’ll often find her starting the day with a hot americano and ending it with herbal tea. Her favorite places in our service area include the Lewis & Clark trails and time spent with family along the river. ☕🌿
Thank you, Cassie, for your leadership, vision, and commitment to building a safer, stronger community for all. 💜
