Dr. Karalee Picard serves as ENVY's Chief of Staff and Director of Development (a full-time volunteer role). A leadership consultant and retired Department of Defense senior intelligence leader, her career has spanned continents — from U.S. Navy service deployed at sea post-9/11, to 13 years with the DoD in England, to Omaha, where she earned her doctorate in organizational culture & change at Creighton University.

Through her consulting practice, Karalee supports Vistage boards, nonprofits, and government offices in strategic planning, human-centered leadership, communications, culture transformation, and AI project management. She also coaches individuals through career transitions and high-stakes decision-making.

An active community leader, Karalee recently served Trustee on Brownell Talbot’s board, and as President of NE Zen Center – a Buddhist organization in Omaha, and she has leadership roles in a local Rotary Club & District.



Her connection to ENVY is foundational — she sought a positive, growth-centered club for her daughter, and that vision sparked the creation of ENVY Volleyball.

Executive leader specializing in franchising, networking, and operational growth. Brings extensive experience building teams, scaling organizations, and driving strategic development across emerging and established brands. Known for clear communication, accountability, and implementing disciplined systems that support long-term sustainability.

Applies the same leadership mindset at ENVY, focused on strengthening the organization’s foundation, raising standards, and creating an environment where athletes grow in skill, confidence, and character.

Parent in the program and strong advocate for youth athletics. Lives by the principle, “Be greater than average,” believing growth comes through intentional effort and consistent action.

Mike Picard is a Navy and NATO Special Operations veteran, entrepreneur, and the Founder and Executive Director of ENVY Volleyball Club. After more than a decade living and working overseas, Mike returned to the United States in 2016, purchased a small business, and rekindled a lifelong passion for volleyball as a volunteer coach for his daughter's middle school team. That passion, combined with a drive to do things differently, led to him being named USA Volleyball National Youth Coach of the Year in 2022 — and ultimately to the founding of ENVY.



ENVY was born from a simple but powerful conviction: that every young athlete deserves access to patient, positive, high-quality coaching — regardless of financial circumstances. As Executive Director and Head Coach, Mike has built ENVY into a nonprofit club that combines competitive excellence with a scholarship program, free coaching clinics for volunteer parent coaches, and a culture that puts the whole athlete first.

He holds an MBA and is also the owner of American Structures Company and Atlas Group Omaha, an umbrella company spanning property management, commercial cleaning, real estate, and government contracting.

Corporate Finance Executive with a decade of experience driving growth, profitability, and operational efficiency across startups, franchises, and established companies alike. In current role as Corporate Controller of Prime Secured, he leads financial strategy and operations — implementing and executing key initiatives to strengthen cash flow, profitability, and balance sheet performance. Previously served as the founding Brand President at Bumble Bee Blinds, Senior Director of Finance at HorsePower Brands, and Director of Finance and Operations at Window Wares, Inc.



Has a Bachelors of Business Administration - BBA focused in Corporate Finance and Financial Markets from University of Nebraska at Omaha. Father of two girls that is passionate about promoting athletic opportunities for young women.

Kera Rees is a human resources professional, dual Canadian-American resident, and passionate advocate for youth athletics in the Omaha community. She works within the Canadian arm of Kiewit Engineering Group's HR services division — one of North America's largest engineering and construction organizations — supporting the people-first culture that defines Kiewit's operations.​

Kera came to ENVY not as a former athlete or coach, but as a mom who watched her daughter flourish. Having witnessed firsthand the confidence, discipline, and belonging that a positive club environment builds in a young athlete, she became one of ENVY's most genuine advocates — bringing an authentic, parent-centered perspective and a professional commitment to people and culture to everything she contributes to the organization.

Steve Ryan is a U.S. Air Force veteran, entrepreneur, and Omaha business leader who co-founded Atlas MedStaff in 2013 — growing it into a leading healthcare staffing firm driven by a people-first culture and a daily commitment to continuous improvement. He holds a B.S. in Finance and Banking from the University of Nebraska Omaha.

Outside the office, Steve's world revolves around his four daughters — two of whom have competed as ENVY athletes, and one who has stepped into a youth coaching role with the club. That lived experience as a volleyball dad shapes his genuine, enthusiastic support for ENVY's mission to build confidence, sportsmanship, and belonging in young athletes.​​

Vice President of Marketing for LOVB Nebraska, where she leads statewide brand strategy, partnerships, and fan engagement for Nebraska’s professional volleyball franchise. A former collegiate volleyball player at Creighton University, she blends firsthand athlete experience with a data-driven marketing approach to grow audiences, elevate women’s sports, and create measurable business impact.

With a background in agency leadership and brand development, Karisa is passionate about building community-centered organizations, mentoring the next generation of marketers, and proving that emotional storytelling and financial performance can thrive together.

Becca Albrecht is a coach, entrepreneur, and fitness professional based in the Omaha area. After nearly a decade as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Children's Hospital & Medical Center – Omaha, she channeled her passion for health and empowering others into founding Victress Elkhorn — an all-women's strength and conditioning gym in Elkhorn, Nebraska — where she serves as Owner and Head Coach.

A self-described hybrid athlete and mom, Becca brings the same grit and heart she has on the training floor to everything she does. Her unique blend of healthcare experience, fitness expertise, and genuine care for people makes her a powerful advocate for the health and development of young athletes and women in the Omaha community.