Warm, prepared, and consistent.

Ashley brings over a decade of orthodontic experience and incredible energy and flexibility to the team. You will find her jumping in to help wherever needed to keep your appointment and the entire office running smoothly. Her favorite part of the job is getting to know patients individually and watching their smiles transform.

Ashley was born and raised in Pleasant Dale, Nebraska and still calls it home with her husband, Jess and two daughters, Kensley and Weslyn.

With 15 years in orthodontics, Chris loves building lasting relationships with our patients. Family is at the heart of everything she does, both at the practice and at home with her two daughters, two stepsons, and eight grandchildren.

In her free time, you can find Chris traveling to Colorado, tackling home remodeling projects, practicing photography, cheering on her grandsons at soccer, or hanging out with her boxer, Jaxsyn.

A Nebraska native and aspiring dentist, Courtney brings three years of dental assisting experience to the Persell & Brockman Orthodontics team. She recently graduated from UNK and is currently pursuing her master's through A.T. Still University ahead of applying to dental school.

When she’s not working or studying, Courtney loves relaxing with her friends and family.

A Columbus native, Felicity moved to Lincoln in 2022 to join the Persell & Brockman Orthodontics team. She aims to make every patient feel right at home, so expect her to ask about your hobbies and what’s new in your life!

When she is not at the office, Felicity loves gardening, working on creative projects, and relaxing with her husband and dogs.

Originally from El Paso, Texas and raised in Gering, Nebraska, Jade started her orthodontic career in 2020. After gaining experience in various roles around the office, she is now the cheerful voice and face welcoming you at the front desk.

She finds it incredibly rewarding to see patients' smiles change during their orthodontic journey. In her free time, Jade enjoys being outside with her boyfriend, Corbin, and her two cats, Ivy and Freddy.

Since joining the team in 2011, Jess has loved making a positive impact and building meaningful relationships with our patients. You will typically find her caring for smiles at our Columbus location.

When she is not at the office, Jessie stays busy camping, gardening, and enjoying time with her husband and four children.

With over 30 years of experience at Persell & Brockman Orthodontics, Julie is a familiar face at our Columbus location. She finds great joy in seeing our patients' smile transformations come to life.

Currently enjoying semi-retirement, Julie and her husband spend their winter months snowbirding in the warmth of Arizona.

Since starting her dental assisting career in 2022, Lesslie has loved helping people build confidence in their smiles. She joined the team in 2026 and is dedicated to making sure every patient feels completely supported during their orthodontic journey.

In her free time, you can find Lesslie at the gym, hanging out with her family and friends, or shopping. She is also fluent in Spanish!

Mandy has over 20 years of experience in the dental field and has been with Persell & Brockman Orthodontics since 2014. After starting as a dental assistant, she has mastered various roles and now expertly serves as our Insurance Coordinator.

She feels incredibly fortunate to be part of a team that helps make every smile transformation a positive experience. When not coordinating the details of your smile, you will likely find her soaking up every moment she can with her grandchildren, enjoying all the little moments that make life special.

With over 13 years of experience, Mercedes brings valuable expertise to the team and loves being part of every patient's smile journey.

When she is not helping deliver exceptional orthodontic results, she enjoys channeling her creative energy, traveling, and spending quality time with her husband, Luke, and their two daughters, Renegade and Ozzie.

A dedicated part of the team since 2008, Renee loves playing a role in our patients' smile transformations and making everyone feel right at home in our Columbus office.

Outside of work, she resides in Humphrey with her husband, Brad, and loves camping and spending quality time with her loved ones.

Since joining the team in October 2023, Sarah has loved building connections with our Columbus families and helping craft beautiful smiles.

She and her husband of 25 years live on a cattle acreage with their six children. When she is not at the office, Sarah enjoys gardening, canning, and soaking up quality time on the farm with her family.

Saylor began her orthodontic career with Persell & Brockman Orthodontics in 2024. Known for her infectious positive energy, she truly enjoys working with patients and helping them achieve the smiles of their dreams.

When she is not in the office lighting up your day, Saylor loves spending time at the lake, creating floral arrangements, and making memories with her family and friends.

Shiloh began her orthodontic career with Persell & Brockman Orthodontics in 2021. She loves being part of the journey from a patient's first day in braces to their final beautiful smile, always ensuring they have a little fun along the way.

Outside the office, Shiloh stays busy playing and coaching club volleyball or spending time with her fur babies: two dogs and a cat.

Since joining the team in 2024, Suzanne has loved helping our Columbus patients achieve their dream smiles. She commutes to the office from Tarnov, where she shares her life with her husband of 28 years and their three daughters.

When she is not busy at the practice, Suzanne enjoys cooking, traveling, camping, and soaking up the outdoors.