Meet Our Dedicated Team

Our team showcases the distinguished group of individuals who guide and shape our organization. Each member brings a unique blend of expertise, vision, and dedication to our mission, ensuring that we adhere to the highest standards of governance and strategic oversight.

The Board of Directors consists of esteemed community leaders, industry experts, and advocates who are deeply committed to our cause. They are responsible for setting strategic directions, overseeing organizational performance, and ensuring financial health. Profiles of each includes their professional backgrounds and contributions to promoting our vision and mission.

The Executive Board, composed of elected board members, handles more immediate and operational decisions. This body works closely with our senior management to execute strategic plans, manage resources efficiently, and address key challenges as they arise.

Executive Board

Yuanthony McCree
President

Air Force Contracting Center, WPAFB Lead Professional Services Program Manager

Pete Bales
1st Vice President

Local Government Consultants, LLC
President & CEO

Tim Tuttle
2nd Vice President

Retired
Finance

Heather Rihm
Treasurer

Greene County Domestic Relations Court Administrator 

Elaine Lantz
Secretary

Former Director of The Glen

Vicki Williamson
Chief Governance Officer

Retired
Child Psychologist

Board of Directors

Don Adams

Mayor of Beavercreek

Debbie Matheson

Former Director of
Violence Free Futures

Carolyn Destefani

Flairsoft Ltd
Director of Federal Contracts

Joseph Jenkins

Jenkins Community Development
Founder

Dr. Shirelle Applin

Physician at Premier Health
Family Medicine, Xenia





Elaine Mercurio

Founder Michael’s House

Leadership Staff

Celeste Hurley

Chief Executive Officer

Heather Culbreath

Community Relations Coordinator

Cherie Dixon

Clinical Director

Amy Erisman

Development Director

Leigh Lawson

Operations Manager

Chrissy Messaros

Chief Financial Officer

Emma Pearn

Safe House Director











Legal Advisor

Joseph Stadnicar 

Attorney at Law, Pro Bono
Stadnicar Law LLC

Emeritus Board Members

Susan Stiles
Founder/President 

Carol Graff

Diane Phillips 

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