GREATER CLEVELAND FOOD BANK - Key Persons
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- Director of Community Health and Nutrition
Alissa Glenn, MPP, serves as the Director of Community Health and Nutrition at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Alissa leads the Food Bank's work at the i... Expand
Alissa Glenn, MPP, serves as the Director of Community Health and Nutrition at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Alissa leads the Food Bank's work at the intersection of food and health, including building partnerships with health care providers and managed care organizations, leading research on the effect of food interventions on food insecure populations, and overseeing nutrition education initiatives. Alissa is currently pursuing a PhD in urban policy, with a research focus on food policy. She has a Masters in Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University, and a Bachelors degree in Economics and English from Case Western Reserve University.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chief Programs Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio
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- Life Director
- Retired, Giant Eagle, Inc
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- Vice Chair of the Board of Directors
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- Community Volunteer
- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Director of Food Strategy Overseeing the Retail Account and Purchasing Managers
Chuck Allen joined the Food Bank in May 2022 as Director of Food Strategy overseeing the Retail Account and Purchasing Managers. He comes with over 21 years of ... Expand
Chuck Allen joined the Food Bank in May 2022 as Director of Food Strategy overseeing the Retail Account and Purchasing Managers. He comes with over 21 years of Food Banking experience that includes all aspects of Food Sourcing, Operations, and Logistics. Chuck has the privilege of leading the efforts of food-sourcing team members as well as participating in the development and implementation of strategic efforts to align planning for all inbound products. He has a key role in connecting sourcing and distribution efforts across all Food Bank departments and leads the produce and perishables community impact team.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- President, Dave 's Markets
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- Life Director
- Retired, Chief Operating Officer, City of Cleveland
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- Director of Programs
- Member of the Food Bank Leadership Team
Diana Davet has been a member of the Food Bank leadership team since 2016. The Programs team is responsible for a multitude of programs conducted by the Food Ba... Expand
Diana Davet has been a member of the Food Bank leadership team since 2016. The Programs team is responsible for a multitude of programs conducted by the Food Bank including nutrition education initiatives, Summer Feeding (SFSP), Kid's Cafe (CACFP), school markets, produce distributions, Food as Medicine initiatives and much more. Davet oversees the operations of all Food Bank programs, assists with planning and operation, and ensures programs are efficient and effective.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Director, University Hospitals Ahuja Media Center 's Lung Center
Dwayne Brake was announced Chief Logistics Officer for the Food Bank in 2023. He oversees the management of the delivery program, warehouse distribution, and fa... Expand
Dwayne Brake was announced Chief Logistics Officer for the Food Bank in 2023. He oversees the management of the delivery program, warehouse distribution, and facilities management. He joined the Food Bank in February 2010 to manage day-to-day inbound/outbound operation as well the volunteer repack operation.
Geoff joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank team in December, 2020. As Director of Development, Geoff leads the Corporate Relations, Foundation Relations, Dono... Expand
Geoff joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank team in December, 2020. As Director of Development, Geoff leads the Corporate Relations, Foundation Relations, Donor Relations, and the Donor Services teams. Geoff started his career as an auditor with Ernst & Young and then transitioned to the sports and entertainment industry at IMG where he lead finance and operations for the Global Partnerships division as Finance Director. Geoff then successfully transitioned from the for-profit to non-profit industry to help lead development efforts for Cleveland Play House, a resident company of Playhouse Square.
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- Vice Chair of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Retired, Progressive Corp
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- CEO and Safety Director, Cleveland Metropolitan Housing Authority
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Senior Vice President, Ohio Market President, Bank of America
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Vice President, Community Relations, Cleveland Browns
Jeremy Pitoniak joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank team in 2019. Prior to working at the Food Bank, Jeremy spent 16 years working in food retail in distribu... Expand
Jeremy Pitoniak joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank team in 2019. Prior to working at the Food Bank, Jeremy spent 16 years working in food retail in distribution, transportation, and logistics management. As Director of Warehouse Operations, Jeremy brings his years of experience to the Food Bank's warehouse to oversee all warehouse logistics including shipping and receiving, inventory control, fleet and order processing.
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- Chief Programs Officer
- Member of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Leadership Team
Jessica Morgan has been a member of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank leadership team since May 2012. She started as Director of Agency Services, then served as t... Expand
Jessica Morgan has been a member of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank leadership team since May 2012. She started as Director of Agency Services, then served as the Vice President of Programs and Agency Services, and has recently transitioned into the role of Chief Programs Officer. She and her team are directly responsible for the strategy and initiatives which guides the Food Bank's external facing work around serving our communities and clients. This includes building and maintaining partnerships with other nonprofit food distribution organizations, overseeing our advocacy efforts, leading our communications and special events team, providing oversight to our food sourcing and community production kitchen operations, and leading our benefits outreach efforts. She sits on the Community Impact Advisory Council for Baldwin Wallace University, the United Way's Emergency Food and Shelter Board, and is a recent graduate of Cleveland Bridge Builders, a program of the Cleveland Leadership Center.
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- Secretary of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Director of Operations, Heinen 's, Inc
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- Chief Financial Officer
- Vice President
- Food Bank 's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
John Keverkamp serves as the Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He has over twenty years of experience working at nonprof... Expand
John Keverkamp serves as the Greater Cleveland Food Bank's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He has over twenty years of experience working at nonprofit organizations, including with Hattie Larham and the Jewish Community Board of Akron. He holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Lake Erie College and an MBA from Kent State University.
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- Community Volunteer
- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Director of Communications and Special Events
Karen Pozna joined the Food Bank in May 2005 as the Communications Manager and was promoted to Director of Communications and Special Events in January 2011. In... Expand
Karen Pozna joined the Food Bank in May 2005 as the Communications Manager and was promoted to Director of Communications and Special Events in January 2011. In this role, she works with various media outlets in Northeast Ohio and serves as the Food Bank spokesperson. Karen oversees the production of all Food Bank promotional materials, social media and website as well as the logistics for special events. She is also a key staff person in the planning of the annual Harvest for Hunger campagin which happens annually in the spring.
Kristin Warzocha has been with the Food Bank since 2000. She leads efforts to engage the community in the work of the Food Bank. She was formerly the Food Bank'... Expand
Kristin Warzocha has been with the Food Bank since 2000. She leads efforts to engage the community in the work of the Food Bank. She was formerly the Food Bank's Vice President of External Affairs and oversaw the following teams: fundraising, marketing, volunteer services, advocacy and SNAP outreach.
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- Chief Development Officer
Laura Biddle Clarke serves as Chief Development Officer. She oversees all GCFB fundraising, including foundations and grants, individual giving, and corporate r... Expand
Laura Biddle Clarke serves as Chief Development Officer. She oversees all GCFB fundraising, including foundations and grants, individual giving, and corporate relations. Laura has nearly 30 years of fundraising experience, including leadership roles with Cleveland Clinic, Akron General, and The Field Museum. Laura holds a Master of Arts degree from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University.
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- Director of Outreach and Community Based Services
Lisa Laditka joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as the Help Center Manager in April of 2019 working with our team of Client Help Specialists. In January of ... Expand
Lisa Laditka joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as the Help Center Manager in April of 2019 working with our team of Client Help Specialists. In January of 2023, she was promoted to Director of Outreach and Community Based Services to oversee the Help Center along with all of the Food Bank's Outreach efforts. The Outreach team at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank consists of Outreach Counselors and Coordinators, Client Help Specialists, Root Cause Coordinators, and a Re-Entry Coordinator. This team works to connect neighbors to food for today via our network of programmatic partners, food for tomorrow via SNAP and other public benefits, and food for life via support in other areas including housing, health, education, and employment. Lisa holds a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Ursuline College and has dedicated her career to non-profit work including mental health services, job readiness, and job placement.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Executive Director, Diversity & Inclusion, Cuyahoga Community College
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Director, Ahuja Foundation
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- Vice Chair of the Board of Directors
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- Treasurer of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Vice President of Independent and Non - Banner Retailing, Giant Eagle, Inc
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- Director of Information Technology
Neil Haffey has been with the Food Bank since July 2012 and previously consulted for the Food Bank about 12 years prior. He oversees and leads the technology fu... Expand
Neil Haffey has been with the Food Bank since July 2012 and previously consulted for the Food Bank about 12 years prior. He oversees and leads the technology function and data collection/analysis for the Food Bank. He provides leadership and direction for the achievement of the organization's strategic plan goals. Neil is also responsible for the development of IT strategies and policies to address business issues.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Partner, Strategy & ( PwC )
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chairman, CEO & President, Oak Tree Holdings, LLC
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- Vice President of Food Resources
Rod McGuire began working in food banking in 2008 and joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank in 2012. Rod has the privilege of leading the Food Resource Departm... Expand
Rod McGuire began working in food banking in 2008 and joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank in 2012. Rod has the privilege of leading the Food Resource Department in the acquisition of food for distribution to member agencies and the production of meals through the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kitchen. This includes partnering with food donors throughout the food industry including local grocery retailers. The Food Resources Department also includes the Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kitchen, which prepares meals for child nutrition programs, senior home delivery and congregates programs, and partner agencies.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chief Government Affairs Officer, City of Cleveland
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- Director of Human Resources
Stacey joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank in January 2022. Prior to joining the Food Bank, Stacey worked for 24 years at Cleveland State University. For 10 ... Expand
Stacey joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank in January 2022. Prior to joining the Food Bank, Stacey worked for 24 years at Cleveland State University. For 10 years, Stacey was also a part-time HR faculty for Tri-C and Hiram College. At the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, she partners with the VP of Talent and Legal Affairs to drive the alignment of human resource best practices with the strategic plan and operational strategies. She oversees the development and implementation of talent management as well as other human resources activities (i.e. payroll, policy development, recruitment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, safety, and employee services). Stacey serves as a liaison between employees and management and is responsible for planning employee appreciation, recognition, and engagement events.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Founding Partner, Unify Labs
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- Executive Director of Community Resource Center
- Executive Director of the Community Resource Center
Tiffany Scruggs serves as the Executive Director of the Community Resource Center and Vice President of Community Access. She brings nearly 20 years of experien... Expand
Tiffany Scruggs serves as the Executive Director of the Community Resource Center and Vice President of Community Access. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector leading social services programs and connecting families to local to community resources. Scruggs oversees both Outreach and Help Center teams to lead efforts to connect individuals to apply for SNAP, public benefits, and other valuable resources. Additional responsibilities include overseeing both Agency Services and Programs teams to focus on relationship cultivation, compliance, and support to our network of partner agencies while keeping the individuals we serve a priority. She will continue to embed a "seat at the table approach" leading the organization's client services efforts. Scruggs also serves on Feeding America's Ending Hunger Community of Practice which offers an opportunity to enhance our root cause of hunger approach. She serves as a participant of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank's internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee to enhance our internal racial equity work.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- President of Meals Division, Nestle
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Partner, Jones Day
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- Chief People Officer
- General Counsel
Valissa Turner Howard, Esq. leads our talent development, human resources, volunteer engagement and organizational culture building work and participate activel... Expand
Valissa Turner Howard, Esq. leads our talent development, human resources, volunteer engagement and organizational culture building work and participate actively in further developing and implementing organizational strategy. She oversees our human resources and volunteer services teams, leading in recruiting, developing and mobilizing top-notch talent both paid and unpaid. She will also lead our work to ensure that diversity, equity and inclusion are strengths of our organization as well as review and update the Food Bank's Reviews charters, bylaws and other governing documents as appropriate and makes recommendations for improvement. Howard is a certified diversity professional and licensed attorney.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- CEO, DiGeronimo Companies
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- Senior Manager
- Director of Agency Services
Vontrice Jones joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as the Senior Manager of Foundation Relations in December 2013 overseeing all aspects of grant writing on ...
Vontrice Jones joined the Greater Cleveland Food Bank as the Senior Manager of Foundation Relations in December 2013 overseeing all aspects of grant writing on behalf of the Food Bank. In June 2019, she was promoted to Director of Agency Services overseeing the food distribution, compliance, and relationships of over 450 emergency feeding programs across a 6-county service territory. Her role is to assure that food is distributed equitably to families in need, and that partners are following all guidelines set forth by the Food Bank, Feeding America, as well as the State of Ohio and USDA. Vontrice and her team also support partners through capacity building initiatives and best practices around food distribution and serving families in need. She holds a Master's Degree in Community Health Education and has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit settings working with diverse populations.