DESIRAE LINDQUIST, ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS ADMINISTRATOR, GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIRECTOR
Desirae earned a bachelor’s degree with honors in Business Management from Montana State University. After graduation, she went to work for MSU’s Information Technology Center, where she was responsible for managing a portfolio of IT projects. In 2016, Desirae took a job with the Gallatin Association of REALTORS® in Bozeman as an MLS support specialist and most recently served as Director of Operations for the Gallatin Association of REALTORS®.
Desirae holds a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in nonprofit administration from the University of Montana. Desirae loves spending time outdoors and is excited to explore new hiking trails and fishing spots in the Helena area. She is a mom to two fur babies; a one-year-old golden retriever named Murphy and a cat named Clementine.
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Abigail Dolan
Membership Coordinator
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Abigail was born and raised in Montana. She is a passionate individual with a diverse background in education and customer service. Graduating from Carroll College with a degree in English, Education, and a minor in Psychology, she fell in love with the Helena community. Pre-pandemic, she had the privilege of teaching at Helena High. This experience instilled in her the importance of patience, empathy, and effective communication.
With thirteen years of dedicated service in customer-oriented roles, she honed her skills in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and ensuring exceptional experiences for every individual she encounters.
Lacey Walker
Program Coordinator
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Lacey is originally from the Hi-Line, but has called Helena home since 2005. She served as an educator in Helena for nearly a decade and worked with the Office of Public Instruction to provide continuing education and professional development opportunities for teachers across the state. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Broadfield Science and Secondary Education from Montana Tech and the University of Montana-Western.
Lacey loves to explore the backroads of Montana and would happily spend every day in her canoe. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, you can find her playing pinball or cribbage.
Jessalyn Basten
Bookkeeper
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Jessalyn is a Helena native, born and raised. She has been in the accounting field for over 12 years. Her specialties include bookkeeping, payroll, and bank reconciliation. She has owned and operated many small businesses here in Helena throughout the years and has very close ties to the community. Jessalyn is well-known for her outgoing personality, her drive to always do her best at every task she is handed, and her eagerness to learn new things.
Jessalyn is a social butterfly and loves to be around her family and friends. Her passion includes traveling and exploring other cultures. She is a single mother of 2 beautiful girls, and you will most likely find the three of them on a spontaneous adventure.