Staff

Before joining Breathe PA, Casey held positions of increasing responsibilities for many years at Adagio Health. At Adagio Health, Casey began her work as the Director of Cancer Screening Programs and eventually held the position of Vice President of Disease Prevention Programs. In this role she worked to address some of the leading causes of preventable diseases in the communities served through innovative tobacco prevention and control and cancer screening programs.  

Casey has a Master of Social Work (MSW), and currently serves as a Co-Chair of the Pennsylvania Cancer Coalition. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Mid-Atlantic Mothers' Milk Bank and was recently on the Board of Directors at The Midwife Center. 

Casey cares deeply about public health. It colors every decision she makes in her work, and filters into her personal life as she raises two spirited girls with her husband in the City of Pittsburgh. Born and raised here, she has chosen to stay to make her city, and the region, a more equitable place to live for all.

In the leadership role of Director of Programs, Rebecca is responsible for the operational success of the organization, including team management and development, program delivery, fiscal responsibility, grant compliance, and thorough evaluation and stewardship. Rebecca holds a bachelor’s degree in communication rhetoric from the University of Pittsburgh and is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS).

With a deep commitment to public health, Rebecca has held several key roles at Breathe PA, including Interim Executive Director, Director of Cessation, and Program Coordinator. Beyond her professional work, she actively volunteers with Paws Across Pittsburgh and Real Rottweiler Rescue and recently joined the board of the Commonwealth Prevention Alliance (CPA)..

In her free time, Rebecca enjoys kayaking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family..

As Breathe PA's External Affairs Manager, Brenda manages communications, marketing, and donor relations to advance the organization's reach and impact. Brenda has a master's degree in public policy and management from the University of Pittsburgh's Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA) and a graduate certificate in integrated marketing communications from the University of West Virginia.

Prior to joining Breathe PA, Brenda served as Director of Marketing for Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania.

In her free time, Brenda enjoys reading, hiking, gardening, and spending time with her family.

As Breathe PA’s Asthma Program Manager, Jessica leads the School Asthma Initiative, working closely with school nurses and families to support and educate children with asthma. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing and is a Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C) and a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS). 

Jessica has been with Breathe PA for ten years and previously served as a clinical director for a national staffing agency.

In her free time, she enjoys cooking, baking, thrift shopping, and spending time with her family.

In her role as Lung Health Program Manager, Kristy administers Breathe PA’s adult lung health programs and patient assistance program, providing education to patients, caregivers, and healthcare workers. Kristy has a bachelor's degree and is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS). Before coming to Breathe PA, Kristy served as a cardiopulmonary manager for other nonprofit organizations.

Outside of work, Kristy enjoys spending time with her family, exploring nature, and traveling.

As Breathe PA's Tobacco Program Manager, Cat leads initiatives such as Smokeless Saturday, Smoke-Free for Life, and School-Based Education, providing essential cessation services and education for both youth and adults. She holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) with a focus on social and behavioral sciences from Kent State University and is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS).

Before joining Breathe PA, Cat worked as a Community Relations Coordinator for Gateway Rehab, advocating for substance use prevention and recovery.

In her free time, Cat enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, and traveling.

As Breathe PA’s Health Educator, Cortney provides tobacco and nicotine prevention and cessation education, connecting youth and adults with resources to support healthier, smoke-free lives. She holds a Master of Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction from Gannon University and is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) as well as Mental Health First Aid Certified.

Before joining Breathe PA, Cortney served as a childcare facility director and worked with various health organizations to promote tobacco awareness and cessation. Her experience includes providing nicotine cessation support, policy development, and legislative advocacy.

When she's not driving her children to sporting events, Cortney enjoys spending time on her family's farm, vacationing, kayaking, gardening, and volunteering with her children's Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), where she serves as a Parent Teacher Officer.

As a Program Associate at Breathe PA, Tracy provides expert guidance, education, and financial assistance to individuals managing sleep apnea and other lung health conditions. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mental Health and Human Services and is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). In addition, she is BLS Certified, a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS), and certified in Adult Mental Health First Aid.

Before joining Breathe PA, Tracy served as the Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist in the neonatal ICU at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, and brings extensive clinical experience to her role at Breathe PA.

In her free time, Tracy enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, traveling, reading, true crime, movies, good food, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers!

Kathy has been a dedicated member of Breathe PA since 2006, providing essential support to program staff and ensuring seamless operations in the field. As Administrative Assistant, she plays a vital role in assisting both the team and patients seeking support and resources.

Outside of work, Kathy is an avid reader, actively involved in her church, and volunteers at the Butler County Humane Society.