Collington Swim Team

The Collington Barracudas Swim Team is supported by a dedicated group of parent volunteers who serve on our Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for overseeing the organization, ensuring a positive experience for all swimmers and families, and supporting the long-term success of our team. Our Board works behind the scenes to manage team operations, finances, fundraising, and communications—so our swimmers can focus on having fun, improving their skills, and building lasting friendships.

MEET THE BOARD (Full Bios Listed Below)

President: Jennifer Queen
Provides overall leadership for the team, oversees board operations, and works closely with the Head Coach to ensure a successful season. 

Vice President: Kristina Kerns
Supports governance and planning efforts, helps coordinate board initiatives, and ensures continuity from season to season. 

Treasurer: Cassie Parker 
Manages the team’s finances, including budgeting, payments, and financial reporting. 

Director of Operations: Stephanie Bowlin
Oversees swim meet logistics, volunteer coordination, and team operations throughout the season. 

Director of Development: Katie Hood
Leads fundraising efforts, sponsorships, and community partnerships to support and enhance the team experience. 

Director of Communications & Brand: Kristin Shindler
Manages team communications, website updates, social media, and spirit wear to keep families informed and engaged.

Secretary: Maggie Gsell
Maintains team records, meeting notes, and important documentation to keep the organization running smoothly. 

OUR COMMITTEES

The Board is supported by parent volunteers who serve on committees, helping bring our season to life:

• Development & Community Partnerships: Sponsorships, fundraising support, and community connections
• Communications & Brand: Social media, team communication, photography, and spirit wear
• Events & Hospitality: Concessions, champs support, hospitality, decorations, and special events

GET INVOLVED

The Barracudas are a community-driven team, and our success depends on the support of our families. If you’re interested in volunteering, joining a committee, or learning more about how you can help, please reach out—we’d love to have you involved! Getting involved is a great way to support the team and connect with other families! Interested? Email [email protected]

Jennifer Queen, President

Jennifer works in government sales and has been part of the Collington Barracudas family for the past eight years. She has served as Board President since 2020 and is passionate about continuing to grow and strengthen the team for future families. Jennifer and her husband, Adam, have three children — Jackson, Juliana, and Joseph.

Kristina Kerns, Vice President

Kristina is the Director of Development and Marketing for an international nonprofit organization and has extensive experience serving on nonprofit and community boards. She and her husband, Chris, have two children, Baylor and Fenton, and have been part of the Barracudas family for four years. Kristina helps support strategic planning, communications, branding, fundraising, and long-term growth initiatives for the team.

Cassie Parker, Treasurer

Cassie is a high school math teacher with Chesterfield County Public Schools and has been part of the Barracudas community for the past three years. She and her significant other, Jason Sipe, have a busy household with five children — Brayden Parker, twins Ava and Declan Parker, plus Cassie’s bonus children Mia Sipe and Braden Sipe. Cassie manages the team’s finances and budgeting throughout the season.

Maggie Gsell, Secretary

Maggie is a clinical psychologist and has been involved with the Collington swim team for five years. She and her husband, Chris, have two children, Josey and Hunter. As Secretary, Maggie helps keep the organization running smoothly through meeting coordination, records, and communication support.

Kristin Shindler, Director of Communications & Brand

Kristin is a teacher with Colonial Heights Public Schools and has been part of the Collington swim community for the past 10 years. She and her husband, Ben, have three children — Grant, Jules, and Abby. Kristin leads team communications and social media, helping keep Barracuda families informed and connected throughout the season. Kristin also serves as Collington’s volunteer coordinator.

Katie Hood, Director of Development

Katie is a Senior Major Gifts Officer for Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, and brings extensive fundraising and nonprofit leadership experience to the board. She and her husband, Chuck, have three children — Hudson, Cooper, and Karsyn — and have been part of the Barracudas community for three years. Katie leads sponsorships, fundraising efforts, and community partnership development for the team.

Stephanie Bowlin, Director of Operations

Stephanie works for The Steward School and has deep roots in the Barracudas organization. Her husband, Eric, served on the original Collington swim board, and Stephanie joined the board herself in 2018 after Eric rolled off. Stephanie and Eric have two children, Ainsley and Parker, and she helps oversee many of the operational and meet logistics that keep the season running smoothly.