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.
Chelsea Robertson, BA
Assistant Director of ServicesChelsea 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.
Shelley Blundell, Ph.D.
Director of EducationShelley fosters a professional educational setting for staff, volunteers, interns, and the professional community to ensure all victims receive trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, support that is grounded in best practices.
Terry Costigan, BA
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.
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.
Kim Laurene, Ph.D.
Director of Grants & Organizational GivingKim oversees a diverse portfolio of grants and foundations, managing all stages of the grant’s contractual lifecycle to achieve the organization's initiatives, goals, and mission to serve victims of crime & trauma.
