Johnathan Sublet is a visionary leader with a wealth of experience in driving community-focused initiatives and organizational growth. Over the course of his career, he has demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, program development, and fundraising, leading efforts to positively impact under-resourced communities. As the Executive Director of SENT Inc. in Topeka, he has been instrumental in guiding the organization through critical transitions, including the sale of SENT Prep Academy and refocusing the organization on core strengths. Under his leadership, SENT is on track to see a projected $2.5 million in revenue for 2025 (an increase from $500K in 2022) and has served thousands of individuals through mental health services, housing initiatives, education, and health and wellness programs.

Johnathan is passionate about holistic community development and has played a pivotal role in launching and scaling key projects, such as SENT Prep Academy in 2021, Mental Health Services in 2022, the Southside Filling Station in 2023, the Southside Wellness Clinic in 2025, the Fremont Hill Development beginning in 2025, and a workforce development program aimed at at-risk populations planned for 2025. He spearheaded the successful completion of 29 affordable housing units and led the development of the first new homes in the Hi-Crest area in over 60 years. His leadership has earned SENT Inc. the 2024 Topeka Center for Justice and Peace Organization of the Year Award, and the organization has been recognized as one of 30 grassroots leaders in health equity by the Kansas Health Foundation.

Beyond his work at SENT, Johnathan is also deeply involved in his community. As the Lead Servant Pastor of Fellowship Hi-Crest Church, he has overseen the growth of the church’s multicultural campus, leading it through significant milestones, including a launch, merger, and expansion that increased attendance to over 250. His leadership extends to mentoring church staff and overseeing impactful community outreach programs. Johnathan is also an active member of various local organizations, including the Kansas Future Fellows, Agenda Topeka, K-State Shawnee County Extension Board, United Way of Greater Topeka, the Topeka South Rotary, Washburn University Education Department Diversity Council, and the City of Topeka Affordable Housing & Homeless Taskforce. In the last few years, he has been asked to speak at the Kansas Non-Profit Forum, the Kansas Health Foundation’s HealthRise Event, the Sunflower Foundation Non-Profit Collaborative, and at the RE:Conference.

Johnathan’s career trajectory reflects his unwavering commitment to making a lasting impact on the communities he serves. With a blend of leadership, strategic foresight, and a deep passion for social equity, he continues to influence positive change in Topeka and beyond. His leadership and community work have earned him numerous honors, including recognition in Topeka’s Top 20 Under 40 and the prestigious Living the Dream MLK Jr. Wayne L. Franklin Religion Award. Johnathan’s impact continues to be felt in every project he leads, as he works tirelessly to build sustainable and inclusive communities.

Jill’s leadership is grounded in both strategy and heart. With extensive experience in organizational leadership, systems development, financial management, team building, and strategic planning, she has strengthened SENT’s internal operations while helping us move more quickly and intentionally toward our mission. From improving systems and workflows to supporting staff, volunteers, and partners, Jill ensures that our work is not only impactful but sustainable.

In addition to her role at SENT, Jill also serves as Executive Pastor at Fellowship Hi-Crest, where she has led ministry teams, managed complex budgets, launched high-impact community initiatives, and cultivated partnerships across Topeka. Her ability to cast vision, translate ideas into action, and lead through complexity is a rare gift — and one that has already shaped SENT in meaningful ways.

Jill’s background in grant writing, fundraising, public health advocacy, community engagement, volunteer management, and data-informed decision-making allows her to see both the big picture and the small details that make organizations thrive. She brings clarity to complexity and calm to moments that require steady leadership.

Most importantly, Jill leads with deep respect for people — believing that strong systems exist to support human dignity, not replace it.

We are grateful for the expertise, integrity, and collaborative spirit Jill brings to SENT, and we’re excited for what lies ahead as we continue building strong, holistic pathways for neighbors and families together.

Tricia is trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, TBRI, and Play Therapy. Tricia earned her undergraduate degree in Cross-Cultural Ministry from Manhattan Christian College and her graduate degree in Social Work from KU. She started working with SENT full-time in September 2020 after some involvement in the Summer LAUNCH Program while she was working with another counseling agency. Those who know her might also know that she’s married to our Founder, Johnathan Sublet. Tricia joined our staff because “I wanted to use my training and skills in a way that I can better partner with others to holistically meet the needs of our city. I also have the desire to see mental health services be accessible and affordable for everyone. I believe everyone deserves support and counseling shouldn't be so hard to access if someone is under-resourced.” Her favorite thing about Hi-Crest is our community’s resiliency and grit. When she dreams of Hi-Crest, Tricia envisions a place where people who live here take pride in their community and love living here, and those who live outside of Hi-Crest look at our home as a nice place to live and no longer believe the outdated rumors and stigma. For Tricia and her family, Hi-Crest is home. It’s not just where their house is, but it’s a community of friends with whom they share life and consider family.

Tricia joined the organization as a new staff member in June 2023 and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of addiction counseling. Tricia holds a BAS and MA in Addiction Counseling from Washburn University, along with certificates in Morita Therapy and Victim Survivor Services. Tricia's involvement with SENT began in 2020 when she first got involved with the organization as a volunteer at the SE Topeka Market and then later joined our Board of Directors. Tricia's professional background and experience are impressive. With 8 1/2 years of work in the field of substance abuse, Tricia is a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) and is currently in the process of testing for the Licensed Master Addiction Counselor (LMAC) certification. Additionally, she has completed professional trainings such as Kansas Certified Peer Mentor (KCPM), Person-Centered Case Manager (PCCM), and certifications in Morita Therapy and Victim Survivor Services.

Jay earned a business degree in management and marketing and has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. One of the things Jay loves about Hi-Crest is the community, our people, our “Neighbors loving neighbors” attitude. His biggest dream for our community is that the vision of Fremont Hill will be a catalyst for even greater things to come. Jay feels his role is a part of the SENT mission by building homes that our community is proud of. A defining moment for him was when he learned that helping people is not a 9 to 5 job, it’s about loving people and being present in their lives. As Jay puts it, “Helping people is a project; people are NOT projects.”

Trisha first connected with SENT in August 2024, providing healthcare services twice weekly as a Community Partner at what is now the Southside Wellness Clinic.

Trisha brings 28 years of experience in direct patient care, having worked in diverse settings such as clinical laboratories, emergency rooms, pulmonology, obstetrics, pediatrics, and neonatal intensive care. Her extensive educational background includes Associate of Applied Science Degrees in Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, and Medical Laboratory Technology, along with an Associate in Arts Degree with an emphasis on Biology and Pre-Medical Sciences. Trisha also served as a Residential Adjunct Instructor in Anatomy and Physiology at Rasmussen University and was an Assistant Instructor at the Dental Careers Academy of Topeka.

She holds certifications as a Clinical Health Educator & Allied Health Clinician and is trained in ACLS, PALS, BLS, AED, CPR, and First Aid. Trisha is also a recognized Subject Matter Expert in Anatomy, Clinical Pathophysiology, and Differential Diagnosis.

Trisha grew up in East Topeka, and her deep connection to the community fuels her passion for giving back. In her words:
"I want to give back to the community that raised me. SENT provides resources we never had access to when I was growing up, and I want to do everything I can to further those efforts."

As part of SENT’s mission, Trisha is committed to making healthcare more accessible and empowering residents of Hi-Crest through patient education and support. She envisions the Southside Wellness Clinic as a welcoming space where patients feel seen, heard, and confident in navigating their health care.

Trisha is passionate about helping Hi-Crest thrive. Her dreams for the community include expanded affordable housing, daycare, employment opportunities, continuing education, and the growth of local businesses.

When not advocating for community health, Trisha enjoys Ms. Sylvia’s mac and cheese from Shopper’s Kitchen and lifting her spirits through singing—a lifelong passion she shares with her musically talented family.

We are honored to have Trisha on our team, working toward a healthier and more connected Hi-Crest community!

Kian officially joined SENT in July, but her connection to our clinic began long before that. Earlier in the year, she volunteered with us and immediately recognized something different — a model of care that doesn’t rush people through the door, but truly walks beside them. As she puts it:

“Our clinic isn’t limited to 15-minute appointments. We’re able to spend real time with people, listen to their needs, and dive deep into their health history. That creates a relationship you don’t find in most other places.”

Kian comes to SENT with experience as a Pharmacy Technician, Patient Care Technician in the Emergency Department at Stormont Vail, and COVID Clinic Associate. With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Washburn University, she is beginning her Master's in Clinical Psychology this August. She also serves as a Teaching Assistant at Washburn — and yes, somehow still finds time to read, cook, walk her dog, and even try to get into running.

Her passion for deeper, root-cause care is what drew her to this work.

“In traditional medical settings, I often wished I had more time with patients — time to address the real issue instead of putting a band-aid on the symptoms. Volunteering at the clinic showed me that SENT is doing exactly that. I knew this was a team I wanted to be part of.”

Since joining us, Kian has embraced the unpredictable, ever-changing nature of community health.

“No two days are the same. There’s always something to learn — a new challenge, a policy change that affects our neighbors, or a patient experiencing something new. Being surrounded by a team that is so passionate and consistently pursuing excellence is incredibly motivating.”

With Jhonny's steady hand and sharp eye for detail, he makes a meaningful impact behind the scenes—ensuring our numbers align with our mission and helping us steward every dollar with care and integrity.

His work is essential to the sustainability of our programs and the growth of our impact, and we are so grateful to have him on board.