Leadership Team
Leanne Graham, MA, CA
President & CEOPassionate about our mission, Leanne leads by example, overseeing our team of compassionate staff, interns and volunteers. Leanne holds her team to the highest standard of excellence.
Rebecca Cool, MSW, LSW
Director of ServicesBecky ensures victims receiving support and crisis services, via phone, chat, text, or in person, are provided with superior trauma-informed services from staff, volunteers, and interns.
Kait Pfouts
Assistant Director of ServicesKaitlyn oversees victim advocate satellite offices and programs including the Barberton Municipal Court, Stow Municipal Court, Summit County Domestic Relations Court, and Akron Sexual Assault Kit program services. Kait also provides outreach to the community while educating on services provided by VAP.
Terry Costigan
Director of FinanceTerry oversees the agency's income and expenses. He assists Leanne in the creation of agency and program budgets and ensures we are staying in line with projections.
Evelyn Williams, PhD
Director of Educational ServicesEvey provides an educational environment that promotes learning among staff and other community professionals who encounter victims in their daily work. This is done through on and offsite training that places a focus on best practice services that are trauma-informed and culturally sensitive.
Miranda Twiggs, LSW, CA
Assistant Director of OperationsMiranda provides the bridge between direct services and administration to help our offices run smoothly. With extensive experience as a victim advocate and a keen eye for system development, she ensures a seamless experience for clients while maximizing program efficiency and effectiveness.
