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Sparking hope in the lives of vulnerable families through comprehensive supportive services.
We provide over 55K hours of ABA Therapy to Families annually
Over $700,000 in volunteer hours are donated every year.
Over 3100 children served last year
KOTM empowers families in complex circumstances by providing their children and caregivers access to essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies vital for development. This breathes hope back into their lives today and lays a foundation for a thriving tomorrow.
Every child can learn, grow, and bring light and love to their family and community. Regardless of diagnosis or story, each child has the right to the resources and support to prepare them and their family for the future.
Driven by our steadfast dedication to providing unparalleled care, we unabashedly challenge every facet of the status quo. We embrace advancements in education, pursue excellence in staffing expertise, integrate cutting-edge practices, and consistently listen to our families to evolve support and create new solutions.
We courageously and dauntlessly seek new ways to gain and share our expertise to serve more families and communities.
Our word is our bond. We never hesitate to go above and beyond to meet and exceed expectations and requirements for care—we ensure that families can access as many forms of support as possible while being treated with the utmost respect and dignity.
We believe we can achieve the best outcomes when both our team and the parents we work with are empowered and well cared for. Our commitment lies in empowering our team with comprehensive care initiatives for employees and caregivers to increase confidence, education, and support, which results in the best outcomes for the children.
Our families feel seen, known, loved, and heard in a judgment-free environment. They know they will find the support and education needed to spark hope and pursue the impossible.
Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities. Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.
To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.
Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.
Ryan joined Kids on the Move (KOTM) in September of 2021 as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). Prior to joining KOTM, Ryan spent more than twenty years in executive leadership roles within the medical, technical consulting, and information technology industries. His extensive experience in the C-suite, founding two successful professional services/customer support companies, and consulting on operations, professional services, customer success, customer support, and sales have endowed him with a wealth of knowledge that makes him a vital part of the KOTM team. He is a business coach and CEO mentor, Keynote Speaker, thought leader and innovator, consultant on several boards, and co-host of the Purpose Powered Podcast. Ryan started and operates The Startup Revolution which helps entrepreneurs and CEOs take their ideas to reality.
Ryan is a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, was named Consultant Of The Year at EMC in 2004, and named one of the Top 20 CEOs To Watch in the tech space in Charlotte, North Carolina. One of Ryan’s biggest contributions at KOTM is how he continues to bring his entrepreneurial and business skills into a non-profit organization, maximizing KOTM’s forward growth and potential. With his diverse and extensive skills, Ryan values the opportunity he has to help steer KOTM into its next 40 years.
Ryan was born in Utah and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and The Woodlands, Texas. Ryan and his wife Heather have been happily married for 28 years and have 4 sons: Hunter, Hayden, Noah, and Colin, and a beautiful black labradoodle named Lila. Ryan loves spending time and traveling with his family, going to the beach, and playing sports, particularly golf. He especially enjoys taking time to watch his sons compete in their own sports as well. Not only does Ryan bring entrepreneurial tactics and strategic plans to the forefront at KOTM, but he is also proud to be the company’s resident Meat Smoke-Master.
Mat joined Kids on the Move (KOTM) in September 2019 as the head of the finance department. During his time there, he has effected change in the finance department, modernized systems, and ensured compliance with all program extensive requirements.
Mat has served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies, successfully started and sold 3 companies, is a licensed CPA, and a Six Sigma Black Belt.
When he joined KOTM, Mat brought years of experience implementing technology and creating effective accounting systems. During his time here, Mat has streamlined KOTM’s reporting process to facilitate the sharing of information for its users, ensuring that reporting happens regularly, accurately, and punctually. Mat loves that in his current role, he can effect changes that will last for decades after he leaves KOTM.
Mat was born in Los Angeles, CA, and is proud to bleed Dodger blue. He received his bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Japanese from Brigham Young University. When not revolutionizing the accounting system at KOTM, Mat enjoys woodworking and welding in his free time, as well as volunteering as a leader for youth groups. Mat and his wife Kaylyn are the parents of 4 sons – Tad, Barrett, Blake, and Jacob – and they currently have 5 grandchildren. In addition to his work as CFO, Mat enjoys putting his craftsman skills to work with projects around the KOTM campus.
Christy has been in the nursing profession for twenty years and has spent the last twelve as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner at Utah Surgical Associates. Christy and her husband have been married for nineteen years and have a sixteen-year-old daughter and an eleven-year-old son. Her son was diagnosed with high-functioning autism when he was two years old and benefited greatly from the Early Intervention services at Kids on the Move.
CHAIR ELECT – REGISTERED NURSE
Kim Santiago is married to Brian Santiago and is the mother of four children. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and has worked as an Oncology Nurse. She is a former Provo City Council Woman and currently serves on various boards in Utah County to help connect families and individuals with resources in our community.
PAST CHAIR – CONSULTANT
Dr. Jonathan Krein is Chief Scientist of Data Science & Software Engineering at Crimson Vista, an active consultant in the software industry, and Co-founder and Managing Partner of Source Code Discovery, a consulting firm specializing in the review and analysis of software systems and source code for intellectual property litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and various cyber-security needs. Dr. Krein has previously served as CTO and CEO of Kinpoint, Inc., a genealogy software company, Adjunct Professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University, Research Scientist at IBM T.J. Watson Research Center, and professional Software Engineer for the Office of Information Technology at BYU. Dr. Krein has served on the Board of Directors for Kids on the Move since 2016, and prior to that worked with Friday’s Kids Respite since 2007, including serving on FKR’s board (2013-2016).
Richard Rife has had a 40-year career as a corporate attorney with an international focus, serving as EVP and chief legal officer for several large corporations, including a publicly traded company. He also worked for a time as the chief privacy officer of a large, multi-national organization. He received his Juris Doctor degree, with honors, from BYU. Richard has served on the Board of KOTM since 2015.
Jon Standing is a special education teacher in the Alpine School District. He’s been teaching a 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade special life skills class for children with special needs for 29 years. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelors and masters degree in special education and received an educational leadership endorsement from Southern Utah University. He and his wife, Robyn, enjoy being empty nesters. They love spending time with the families of their three children and especially the grandchildren.
Robert Parsons received his MBA from Brigham Young University in 1981 and earned his bachelor’s degree from the same alma mater in Accounting. He has worked as a strategy and business developer as well as chief financial officer of multiple companies. Mr. Parsons has served as a member of the board of directors of Kids On The Move since 2017.
Kai Mashlai is a biologist, creative thinker, and volunteers at every opportunity to help others. As a board member, Kai is responsible for all aspects of board business, including decision making of KOTM. She is assistant professor for Mongolian language and Culture in College of Humanities department, and works on special projects of Food Safety cooperation with Mongolian Agricultural Department Rutherford at Brigham Young University. She currently works as a mentor for women who needs help to find their self-esteem, worth, growth, and confidence at a private university. She has a life-long love for education and is eager to serve underprivileged, under-educated women and children, including her present role as a board member of KOTM. She earned undergraduate degrees in Science of Biology (PreM). She and her husband Achka live in Saratoga Springs, with their four beautiful children.
Dr. Bailey is a rural Utah native who has chosen to stay in his beloved home state. When he’s not working, he’s attending family reunions, going to church, reading with his kids and watching them play sports, getting exercise by running or hiking, or doing repairs to keep his home in ship-shape. Helping children get well and live healthy lives is incredibly rewarding to him, and it’s a bonus when patients are excited to see him. He specializes in infectious disease and nutrition and likes to work with children of all ages.
Alberto Puertas is an academic and career advisor for the Center for University Advising at Brigham Young University. His responsibilities include serving as an International Specialist Advisor on campus; teach courses in career strategies, career exploration, and effective learning; monitor at-risk students and collaborate with the University in promoting career development topics and goals. Alberto adds to his academic work, his service as Director of the Advisory Board of the BYU Hispanic Management Society Chapter and his function as Mentor of the Student Association of the Andean countries of BYU.
Brennan Tolman is a serial entrepreneur. He specializes in teaching photographers around the globe.
Parent Empowerment
Comprehensive Support
Groundbreaking Innovation
No matter the diagnosis, financial status, or need, KOTM stands with every parent and child as they courageously create a future where their child can thrive.
Karen Hahne and Brenda Winegar, founders of Kids on the Move, dedicated their lives to building a supportive community for children with special needs and their families. And when they couldn’t find the programs or resources their children needed, they created them on their own! Driven by personal experience and passion, they established KOTM to ensure every child has the resources needed to thrive.
Today, we are carrying their legacy of groundbreaking innovation forward. We invite you to learn more about our journey and join us in making a difference.
475 West 260 North
Orem, UT 84057
Phone: 801.221.9930 ext 0
Fax: 385.225.9335
Email: kids@kotm.org
© 2024 Kids on the Move
Mat Datstrop, Chief Financial Officer at KOTM, truly embodies a blend of expertise and visionary leadership. Joining Kids on the Move in September 2019, Mat brought a rich history of accomplishments, having served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies. His successful track record includes starting and selling three businesses, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic insight. As a licensed CPA and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Mat’s skill set is uniquely suited to driving innovation and accuracy within financial processes. His passion for integrating technology and developing robust accounting systems positions KOTM for long-term success. In his role, Mat is deeply dedicated to creating sustainable impacts that will echo throughout KOTM for decades. His presence in the organization is marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment of lasting change, ensuring families benefit from his transformative work well into the future.
Ryan Erickson, the Chief Operating Officer of KOTM, brings a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing innovation and growth. With over two decades spent as a thought leader and innovator in executive leadership roles across the medical, technical consulting, and information technology sectors, Ryan’s expertise is unparalleled. His dedication to mentoring entrepreneurs and CEOs on transforming ideas into reality speaks to his compassionate nature and deep-seated commitment to growth. Ryan views his role at KOTM as a unique opportunity to guide the organization into its next 40 years, shaping a resilient and forward-thinking future. His diverse skill set enables KOTM to not only meet current challenges with agility but also to strategically position itself for sustainable development and lasting impact. Under Ryan’s committed leadership, KOTM continues to inspire hope and innovation, reinforcing its status as a beacon of support and transformation for families everywhere.
Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities. Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.
To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.
Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.