Meet our staff:

Corey Buchanan, Founder and President of The Exodus Projects

Corey was born and raised on the south side of Chicago, he is a graduate from Moody Bible Institute, and he holds a B.A. in Biblical Exposition and Pastoral Studies. Corey serves as the Executive Director for Chicagoland Prison Outreach and sits on several community organizational boards providing leadership and direction. Corey loves his family, his community, and his church, but first and foremost he loves his God.

Nikki Nyhanna, Administrative Assistant

Nikki grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and has lived in the Illinois/Indiana area for the last twenty years. After spending more than ten years in the workforce, Nikki made the decision to stay home to raise her two children with her husband. She joined The Exodus Projects in 2018, and works behind the scenes coordinating and planning many of our events. Outside of The Exodus Projects, Nikki enjoys serving her church, watching her children play sports, and enjoying her community.