Meet Our Team

About Us

Traci Roon, PT, is one of the founding therapists who started Building Blocks in 2005 to serve the children in Interior Alaska. Since 2005, Building Blocks has grown tremendously, both in the services they provide and in the number of children and families they serve. 

 In 2017, Traci took full ownership of Building Blocks and continues to lead our team with passion and a deep commitment to serving the community. God has guided and directed the entire process of creating Building Blocks since the beginning and is the true owner.  Everything is to glorify Him.

Traci Roon

MS, PT, SCCE, Owner

Traci grew up in Mason, MI. She graduated from Grand Valley State with a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Health Sciences in 1996 and a Master of Sciences degree in Physical Therapy in 1998. Traci has been working in pediatrics her entire career. From 1998-2005, Traci worked in a variety of school districts including the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Fairbanks North Star Borough, North Slope Borough, Yukon Flats, and Yukon-Koyukuk School districts. In 2005, Traci made the switch from the school setting to private practice to better meet the needs of our community. When she isn’t at the clinic, you can find Traci at the hockey rink or at the baseball field with her 2 boys.

Jesse Dangler

Office Manager

Jesse moved from Mount Pleasant, Michigan to Alaska for a new adventure. She loves coming to work every day because she enjoys working with such a great team of people and seeing all the kids

Sarah Garcia

Office Assistant

Sarah joined the Building Blocks family in November 2021. She grew up in San Antonio, TX and recently moved to Fairbanks because her husband was stationed at Ft. Wainwright. Outside of work, you’ll find Sarah with her husband and daughter while exploring and finding adventures in different areas of Alaska. Sarah says that she enjoys working at Building Blocks because of the staff and family-like environment that she felt from day one. We are so happy to have Sarah at Building Blocks!

Jenelle Jabillo

Office Assistant

Janelle was born and raised here in Fairbanks, graduating from Lathrop High School in 2021.  When not at work, Jenelle enjoys going to the gym, ice skating, and spending time with friends.  Her favorite holiday is Christmas because she loves spending time with family and eating good food!  Jenelle says that she likes working at Building Blocks because of super sweet co-workers and an amazing work environment that feels homey and inviting.  We are excited to have Jenelle on our team!

Brandon Logan

Building Manager

Brandon is originally from Barstow, California. He began working at Building Blocks on an as-needed basis in 2020 but has taken on the role of Building Manager full time. We are thrilled to have Brandon as a part of our team! When not at work, Brandon spends his time fishing, camping, making knives, or participating in power sports. Brandon says that he loves being able to help people, likes to see people smile, and enjoys being a husband and a father to his adult children. Brandon enjoys working at Building Blocks because he loves the people and the great work environment.   

Rebecca Ahrns

PT, DPT

PT Department Manager

Rebecca is the department manager for the Physical Therapy department. She is a physical therapist who attended Grand Valley State University and holds her Doctor of Physical Therapy. She is originally from Grand Rapids, MI. Rebecca enjoys working at Building Blocks for the team atmosphere and the opportunity to explore the mountains.

Eric Ahrns

PT, DPT

Eric is a physical therapist who attended Grand Valley State University and holds his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He is originally from Midland, MI and moved to Alaska for the opportunity to work in a great pediatric clinic and explore the great outdoors.

Krystle Graziadei

COTA/L

OT Department Manager

 Krystle is the department manager of our Occupational Therapy Department. She received her bachelor’s degree in Fitness and Wellness from Louisiana College, and an Associate’s degree from University of Louisiana at Monroe. She moved from New Orleans, Louisiana, to Fairbanks in 2012 for the adventure and has been here ever since. Her favorite part of working at Building Blocks is playing with the kids and helping to provide each family with tools they can use in everyday life.

Jordyn Gelineau OTR/L

Jordyn grew up in Northern Maine where she graduated from Husson University with a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy. She moved to Alaska with her husband where they enjoy exploring the outdoors with their two dogs. Outside of work, you’ll find Jordyn hiking, reading, playing card games, canoeing, and camping.

Linsey Williiams

SLPA

Linsey is a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant who joined the Building Blocks team in 2022. She is originally from Oregon where she attended Portland State University to earn a B.S. Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. She and her husband moved to Alaska for an adventure to explore the Great Outdoors. In her free time, you’ll find Linsey baking, hiking, or on the water. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.

Deb Haas

COTA/L

Deb is originally from Pennsylvania and earned her OTA degree from Pennsylvania College of Technology. Her love of being surrounded by nature is what brought her to Alaska. She came meaning to only stay a year, but now she can’t imagine being anywhere else! When she’s not at Building Blocks, you can find Deb kayaking, camping, fishing, picking blueberries, or trying out new recipes. We are thrilled to have Deb join our team here at Building Blocks

Kelly Williams

CCC-SLP

Kelly recently moved back to Fairbanks after a 10-year absence, having gone Outside to obtain her master's in Speech Language Pathology. She has worked in various settings and with different populations. Her love is for pediatrics, especially feeding disorders. She has always enjoyed the team approach offered by Building Blocks and is excited to be on board! In her free time, she loves spending time with family, friends, and fluffer-nuffs. She loves camping, dog walks, sewing, and spoiling her nieces and nephews.

FUDGE

Clinic Dog

Fudge was born in March 2018. He is a Labradoodle who joined the Roon family in June 2018. Fudge is currently in training to be a Therapy Dog. You’ll see Fudge around the clinic greeting everyone, playing, or lounging. He loves attention and enjoys belly rubs. 

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