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Our Staff

Administrative Staff

Antonio Feliciano

Director of Operations

Diane Fitzpatrick

Chief Executive Officer

Lynessa Huntley

Director of Human Resources

McEdward Mortimer

Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Ellen Dionne

Events Coordinator

Diane Fitzpatrick

Chief Executive Officer

Antonio Feliciano

Director of Operations

Hashira Rodriguez

Director of Development

Jennie Feliciano

Director of Programs & Leadership

Ashley Severs

Director of Marketing & Communications

JR Linden

Director of Finance

Keith Moreau

Facilities Director

Kimberly DesRosiers

Database Manager

Rick Zamoida

Technology Director

Kim Kuehl

Office Manager

Program Staff

Gilbert Abel

Tween
Director

Ryan Ahern

Director of
Culinary Services

Wilhelmina Alicea

Assistant Director of Programs & Leadership

Jessica "Wendy" Allen

Program & Volunteer Specialist

Brittany Battistelli

Receptionist

Maritza Baez

Receptionist

Elvin Barbosa

Teen Director

Ginny Bouch

Elementary Director

Betty Brea

Education Director

Keith Darling

STEAM Director

Tia Dixon

Gossler Site Director

Heather Harrington

Junior Room
Program Manager

Max Keef

Athletic
Director

Madi King

Kids Club
Program Manager

Kaitlyn Kennedy

Art
Director

Rudi Koornneef​

Director of
Teen Engagement & Resources

Jacqueline Nee

Jewett Street
Site Director

Isaiah Roig

Performing Arts
Director

Mary Kate Russo

Director of
Family & Behavioral Services

Nikki St. Onge

Highland Goffe's Falls
Site Director​

Staff Quotes

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Antonio Feliciano

Director of Operations

Antonio has come a long way from being a member. He found a family here and just never left. It is important for Antonio to be an example of how lifesaving the Club can be and he works every day to guide kids and their families so they can have the same positive experience that he did. 

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Diane Fitzpatrick

Chief Executive Officer

Diane is a dynamic leader who is passionate about serving and lifting kids and families. Diane works collaboratively with staff, the board of trustees, community members, and other organizations to overcome the challenges facing children and families in our city. Our staff, members, volunteers and beyond continue to be inspired by Diane’s innovation and leadership.

Lynessa Huntley

Director of Human Resources

I was a member of the Boys & Girls Club of Boston for a summer as a child and remember having such fun. As I advanced in my career, I wanted to make a positive impact in the lives of children. When the Director of Human Resources position became available in 2022, I jumped at the opportunity. I love being a part of the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester administrative team and being part of finding and building a dynamic group of people who work hard to make a positive impact on the lives of our members and their families.

McEdward Mortimer

Facilities Maintenance Assistant

McEdward loves that his job allows for him to multitask,
fix, and support the team in different ways. He always has a smile on his face, and is always glad to lend a hand!

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Hashira Rodriguez

Director of Development

Hashira has been involved with Boys & Girls Clubs for decades as an alumna and staff member. She takes her community relations, nonprofit management, and program development skills to dedicate herself to the youth of Manchester. Hashira is excited to show everyone the magic that the Club creates on a daily basis.

Jennie Feliciano


Director of Programs and Leadership

Jennie is proud to be part of a team that always supports its kids and never passes judgments on how they look, feel, or act. Jennie loves to dance and work out, which are great hobbies to have when working at a job that keeps a person on their toes. 

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JR Linden

Director of Finance

JR is excited about helping the Club grow so that it can impact more people. He has devoted his life to helping different communities and their children. In fact, JR started his own nonprofit that raises money for a number of other organizations that benefit children.

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Keith Moreau

Facilities Manager

Keith has been making the club run smoothly for over a decade and loves getting to work with his hands. This is an important job because by making sure that everything at the Club runs smoothly, there is more time for it to be doing great work for the community. 

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Rick Zamoida

Technology Director

Rick started as a club member and has worked his way up into a longstanding career. He loves getting to focus on his interests and challenge his skills without fear. Rick found a family at the Boys & Girls Club and strives to give that same experience to every kid who comes through the door. 

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Kim Kuehl

Office Manager

Kim has been able to work here for so long because of how her coworkers make each day enjoyable. She loves seeing the staff’s devotion to the members and always tries to come to work with a positive attitude. 

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Gilbert Abel

Tween Director

Gilbert lets everyone know that he has their back. He perfectly exemplifies being able to do whatever someone sets their mind to regardless of their background. Gilbert can solve a Rubik’s Cube in under a minute which is super impressive to both kids and adults. 

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Wilhelmina Alicea

Assistant Director of Programs & Leadership

Mina believes that every day she gets to work with children is a gift. Hearing their stories and seeing the impact that the staff has on them leaves her speechless. Being a Harry Potter fan who is passionate about make-up and nails makes Mina pretty popular with the kids. 

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Jessica “Wendy” Allen

Program Specialist

Wendy was a member in her youth and grew into an important career here. She loves seeing how surprised touring volunteers are when they see all of the activities and services the Club offers. 

Brittany Battistelli

Receptionist

Brittany feels honored to be a part of Club members’ lives. She has been here long enough to see adults come through the doors who were once members. Brittany loves being surrounded by the magic that makes those alums’ eyes light up as they recall their time in the Club. 

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Ginny Bouch

Elementary Director

Ginny spends every day shaping the next generations as she was shaped through her time as a member here. She is passionate about giving love and guidance to our members who might need just a little more than they receive outside of the club

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Keith Darling

STEM Director

Keith loves showing the kids phenomena and technologies that he thinks are cool or crazy. He gets to create experiments for them based around his interests which sparks their interest in science. Keith always finds it funny when the STEAM Lab’s green frog, Tree Legs, lets out a big squeak and jumps off his rock, starling everyone nearby. 

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Rudi Koornneef

Director of Teen Engagement & Resources

Rudi builds relationships with members and helps them grow. Her passion is helping others discover their own passions. The best part of Rudi’s job is getting to inspire positive change that spreads beyond the Club. 

Mary Kate Russo

Director of Family & Behavioral Services

Mary Kate has always had a passion for helping kids of all abilities. She loves to show members even if they do things differently than the “normal” way; it doesn’t make them any less of a person. As a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Mary Kate is excited to bring her expertise to the Club to help our members and their families.

Nikki St. Onge

Highland-Goffe's Falls Site Director

Nikki creates a safe place where kids can come home and be themselves without fear. She comes to work every day with a smile and helps at least one person who may not be smiling. Nikki loves animals of all types, but her dream is to hop in a cage and swim with the sharks.