Kathleen Hiltner, Board President
What are three words that describe you?
Supportive, Happy, Impulsive
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Cooking and being on the beach
Who is someone you admire and why?
My husband, Harry. He came into my life 30 years ago. He accepted my children like his own, put up with me with all the involvement that I have in organizations and non-profits and he is my best friend. I am happy to say that we have been married for 25 years.
David Herron, Board Vice President
What are three words that describe you?
Fun, thoughtful, retired
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Exercising and reading
Who is someone you admire and why?
Teachers, for all of the obvious reasons
Jen Segelken, Board Secretary
What are three words that describe you?
Caring, thoughtful, optimistic
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Spending time with family and friends
Who is someone you admire and why?
My grandmother for her strength, sense of humor and compassion
Amanda Yeager, Board Treasurer
What are three words that describe you?
Compassionate, trustworthy, determined
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Watching football and traveling with my family
Who is someone you admire and why?
My sister. As a nurse, the amount of dedication she has to her patients on a daily basis and personal sacrifice that she makes for their well-being is incredible. She has persevered through the recent health crisis with poise and grace. She lives in the present every day, looking forward and never back.
Robert Worley
What are three words that describe you?
Caring, Listener, and “Doer”
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Relaxing by my lake
Who is someone you admire and why?
Desmond Tutu for his passionate and positive outlook despite nearly insurmountable adversity
Zahira Sabir
What are three words that describe you?
Humble, energetic, witty
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Anything outdoors or involving great food!
Who is someone you admire and why?
Every person who has to juggle the demands of a family/children and outside projects (careers, education, etc.).
Julia Brines
What are three words that describe you?
Energetic, Adventure Seeking & Loyal
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Playing on the beach with my kids, Ava & Ana
Who is someone you admire and why?
Amelia Earhart – I connect with her love for adventure and always challenging the status quo to push the standard to a higher level in both ability and equality.
Emily Capella
What are three words that describe you?
I try to demonstrate these qualities, Empathetic, Energetic, and Efficient
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Connecting with my family and friends
Who is someone you admire and why?
I admire teachers because they have the responsibility to educated children under their charge. They have the ability to impact a generation.
Suzanne Kourlesis
What are three words that describe you?
Independent, Determined, Curious
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Besides hanging with my hubby, walking and shopping
Who is someone you admire and why?
US Representative John Lewis, for his lifelong battle for Civil Rights
Sandra Parker
What are three words that describe you?
Family, love, friendship
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Spending time with my family and friends
Who is someone you admire and why?
My parents. They were Immigrants. My mother was born in Italy and my father in Poland. They came to the United States as young children and worked hard to get their citizenship. My mother left school to work in a factory and my dad, although he attended some college, began working by 14 for the family bakery. My parents were honest people and productive. I admire that.
Angelique Flynn
What are three words that describe you?
Empathetic, Philanthropic, and Ambitious
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and of course my dog, reading, and practicing yoga.
Who is someone you admire and why?
I admire my dad. He is a brilliant businessman, who’s not afraid to take risks, but he also puts his family first and he is patient, generous, and kind.
Sandra Barksdale
What are three words that describe you?
Compassionate, easy going, optimistic
What are you the happiest doing when you are not working?
Since I retired from the Phildelphia School District as the Payroll Manager, I have greatly enjoyed traveling the world with my sister and our travel group.. I also really enjoy spending time with my friends and family.
Who is someone you admire and why?
I admire Michelle Obama immensely. She is the best possible role model for all girls, but especially girls of color. She embodies everything young women aspire to become. She shows them that they can be/do whatever they desire.
Mark Hatoff
Betsy Ramos