Mike Chavers, MA, CEO | Yellowstone Conference 2025

Yellowstone Conference Bios
The Yellowstone Conference Stronger Together, Building Strategic Partnerships for Lasting Impact

Moderator | Bridging Sectors, Building Futures

Mike Chavers joined YBGR in August of 2016 as the Chief Executive Officer. Born and raised in Idaho, Chavers pursued his education and career in Illinois. Before moving to Montana, he worked at Indian Oaks Academy, Nexus, for 22 years. Most recently, he served as the Executive Director of the organization.

Chavers holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from Olivet Nazarene University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the Moody Bible Institute. He is a fellow at Georgetown University’s Center for Juvenile Justice Reform.

Mike is married to Michelle. They have three daughters—Caroline, Olivia, and Chloe. Besides spending time with his family, Mike enjoys fishing, the outdoors, and supporting the arts, particularly live music.

Mike Chavers’ Role at the 2025 Yellowstone Conference

At this year’s Yellowstone Conference, Mike Chavers will moderate the “Bridging Sectors, Building Futures” panel, where he’ll lead a discussion on public-private partnerships for sustainable change.

More About the Yellowstone Conference

Visit our Yellowstone Conference event page to learn more and register.