Our Team

Roché Vermaak, Ph.D.
Executive Director
I have served as the Executive Director since 2024. I hold a Ph.D., a Master of Theology, a Master of Divinity, a Bachelor’s with Honors in Greek, and a Bachelor’s in Theology, all earned cum laude. A proud Bruin, I also completed my certification in Nonprofit Management at UCLA. Originally from South Africa, I immigrated to the USA in 2001. I am an avid traveler, having visited 36 countries, and I have a strong passion for sports, particularly rugby and cricket.​​

Wendy Bowen
Office/ Volunteer Manager
I have worked in the nonprofit and corporate sector in volunteer management for over 10 years. I graduated with magna cum laude from Gannon University. I am so happy to be a part of this Team!

Tom Smith
Construction Manager
I am an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting.

Ryan Heisler
ReStore Manager
I am a veteran of the United States Army. I play basketball and love my large family and many pets.

Steve Luke
Construction Supervisor

Susan Schuette
Accountant

Dave Sickles
ReStore Assistant
Our Board of Directors

Louis Colaizzo
Board President

Elisa Konieczko, Ph. D.
Board Vice President

Angela Diver
Board Secretary

Paul Kuklinski
Board Treasurer

Tom NeCastro
Board Member

Scott Totten
Board Member






