Staff & Board Of Directors

Joseph Wisniewski
Executive Director

Dr. Tennell Brown
Director of Education

Howard Walker
Director of Facilities and Operations

Sean Logue
Director of Administration and Technology

Daniel Elkins
Director of Prevention and Outreach Center

Elisa King
Director of Bellevue Farms

Joanna Redbird
Director of Art Lab

Christine Grosso
HR and Office Administrator

Rita Hitch
Administrative Assistant

Yovani Salas
Administrative Assistant

Kelly Riley
Accountant

Pat Novak
Volunteer Office Support

Scott Michaels
Drug Prevention Coalition

Adam Underwood
Drug Prevention Coalition

Melody Mason
Education Manager - BCC Farms

Karen Brown
Farm Manager

Angelina Ascione
Teacher Leader / Site Coordinator

Carrie Tann-Cooper
Explorer Room - Age 5

Samantha Moss
Lollipop Room - Age 4

Danielle Gilbert
Butterfly Room - Age 3

Julia Morse
Teddy Bear Room - Age 1

Carolina Adair
Teddy Bear Room - Age 1

Stacey Sims
Bear Cubs Room - Infant

Chanelle Jamison
Caterpillar Room - Age 2.5

Damara Sims
Koala Room - Age 2 

Chrissy Jeffery
Assistant Director of Education
Director of Summer Camp

Jordan Faison
Orange Room - (4-5) 

Vicki Gladney
Yellow Room - (2-3)

Odell Taylor
Blue Room - (K)

William Thompson
Yellow Room - (2-3) 

Jonae McCollum
Green Room - (1)

Charne Teagle
Green Room - (1)

Brenda Rogers
Head Chef

Ruby Carroll
Assistant Chef

Ellis Rouse
Maintenance

Danny Staley
Maintenance

Curtis Warner
Bus Driver

Randy Stanford
Maintenance

Joe Castelli
Maintenance

Matt Kennedy
Maintenance

Sean Dugan
Marketing and Media Communications Intern

Larry Swafford
President of Board
Fulton Bank Vice President /
Financial Center Manager

In addition to cultivating his team at Fulton Bank, Larry has worked with several non-profits, including Boy Scouts of America, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, and the Ronald McDonald House, to name a few. He loves to play golf with his son and friends on the weekend and take vacations whenever possible. He currently resides in Claymont, Delaware, with his wife Holly and sons Zachary and Hunter. 

"Our goal is simple. We are striving to make BCC THE PLACE TO BE, through hard work, dedication and passion for the people. 

J. Clayton Athey
Vice President
Managing Director - Prickett, Jones & Elliott, PA

Clay is a long-time BCC Director and Past-President of the BCC Board. When he is not working on BCC's behalf, Clay is the Managing Director of Prickett, Jones & Elliott, P.A. in Wilmington where he practices corporate and commercial litigation, a member of the Delaware Supreme Court's Board of Professional Responsibility, and group leader of the Richard S. Rodney Inn of Court. He lives in Hockessin, Delaware with his wife and teenage daughter. 

"There is no organization in the State of Delaware that works harder than Bellevue Community Center to enrich its community and ensure that every child lives up to his or her potential." 

Kathleen Harder
Secretary
Mirror Technology LLC - Head of
DE Virtual Office

A 30-year resident of DE as a Financial Services Professional. Member of the Bellevue Board serving as Secretary since November of 2016. 

"I am a PROUD Board Member and Secretary for Bellevue Community Center! To be a part of the growth and changes during the past three years has been exciting and incredible! "Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth." - Muhammad Ali " 

Christopher Graham
Treasurer

James Baker Jr. 
Assistant Treasurer
Financial Advisor at
Diamond State Financial Group 

James Baker Jr. graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in finance. James currently holds his Series 7 and Series 66 registrations, as well as his Life and Health Insurance licenses. James works with small business owners, young professionals, and (pre)retirees of the community. James specializes in creating innovative strategies to help overcome the unique challenges these individuals face. James is passionate about helping his clients and strives to build a reputation founded on honesty and integrity. James is a Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative of Securian Financial Services, Inc. 

Sebastian Northey-Primer
Assistant Secretary

Rosa Howze
Advisory Board Chair

Nancy Cobb

Carl S. Shaw
Wilmington Public Libary 

Carl Shaw, M. Ed. is an award-winning educator, workshop presenter, and consultant. He has conducted workshops for the U.S. Department of Education, the National PTA, and numerous organizations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Specializing in diversity, racial equity, and stress management, his mission is to assist in creating a world where justice, compassion, and peace prevail. He is also a member of the Bellefonte Lions Club, the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, and the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. 

"The Bellevue Community Center is a valuable resource providing diverse services, programs and educational opportunities. We are motivated by the continued growth and development of our center to better serve surrounding neighborhoods and the city at large."

Tracey Roberts

Glen King

Aman Singh