Meet The Team
Lynne Jones
Executive Director
Lynne.Jones@cofmr.org
Meet Lynne, our Executive Director of the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine (COFM), the Colorado Association of Family Medicine Residencies (CAFMR), and the Colorado Institute of Family Medicine (CIFM).
With extensive experience across non-profit, government, and for-profit sectors in health care and human services, she has most recently held key leadership roles in a medical practice, focusing on marketing, patient experience, and business development.
Previously, Lynne worked in a regional and statewide capacity under contracts with the Colorado Department of Health and Environment. Her extensive background equips her with a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape.
She graduated from Pennsylvania State with a Bachelor of Science in marketing and holds an advanced certificate in marketing from the University of Colorado, alongside her volunteer work with a private grantmaking foundation and senior services.
Lynne and Paul, proud parents of two adult children, share a passion for exploring the breathtaking outdoors of Colorado.
If you have any questions about COFM, CAFMR and CIFM Board of Directors opportunities, Medicare and Medicaid funding, advocacy, or loan repayment programs for faculty and residents, don’t hesitate to reach out to Lynne.
She is also available to assist with inquiries related to Family Medicine Rural Training programs and GME Transformation.
Julie Herzog
Director of Operations and Programs
Julie.Herzog@cofmr.org
Meet Julie, our Director of Operations and Programs for the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine (COFM), the Colorado Association of Family Medicine Residencies (CAFMR), and the Colorado Institute of Family Medicine (CIFM).
Julie brings over 18 years of extensive and varied experience in the non-profit sector, having successfully led, executed, managed, and developed grant initiatives tailored to meet the needs of rural and underserved communities.
Julie brings over a decade of experience to her current role, having dedicated 10.5 years to the American Academy of Family Physicians as Member Relations Specialist. In this position, she effectively collaborated with family physicians, residents and medical students addressing their unique member issues.
Julie holds a degree in social psychology and has a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by underserved populations. She is committed to fostering positive change in the community and her dedication and expertise enable her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she serves.
Julie received the Vanderburgh County CASA Crisis Management Award for her outstanding dedication, compassion and commitment to child welfare as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for children.
If you have questions regarding educational programming, events, or need assistance with medical student and faculty recruitment, feel to reach out to Julie.
She can also help with data and market research, posting Family Medicine job opportunities on the job board and Family Medicine resident rural rotations."
Samantha Quandt
Administrative Assistant
Samantha.Quandt@cofmr.org
Meet Samantha, our dedicated Assistant at the Colorado Commission on Family Medicine (COFM), the Colorado Association of Family Medicine Residencies (CAFMR), and the Colorado Institute of Family Medicine (CIFM).
With a diverse background in various industries, Samantha is passionate about supporting her community and assisting others.
Originally from South Florida, she holds a Bachelor’s of Arts in English Language from Florida Atlantic University and moved to Colorado in 2017.
In her role, Samantha will coordinate schedules for Julie Herzog, Director of Operations & Programs and Lynne Jones, Executive Director.
Feel free to reach out to Samantha for any meeting arrangements with the Executive Director and Director of Operations & Programs.