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 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). Prior to her current role, Rebecca’s past roles at Breathe PA include Interim Executive Director, Director of Cessation, and Program Coordinator.

Rebecca volunteers for Paws across Pittsburgh and Real Rottweiler Rescue, and in her free time she enjoys kayaking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

As the Tobacco Program Manager, Cat manages Smokeless Saturday, Smoke-Free for Life, and School-based Education, which provides cessation services and education for youth and adults. Cat holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) with training in social and behavioral sciences from Kent State University and is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS). Before coming to Breathe PA, Cat served as a Community Relations Coordinator for Gateway Rehab.

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

Kathy has been employed with Breathe Pennsylvania since 2006. In the role of Administrative Assistant, she works with program staff to ensure smooth operations in the field. Along with assisting staff, she is integral in supporting patients in need of assistance.

In her free time, Kathy is an avid reader, active in her church, and volunteers at the Butler County Human Society.

In her role as Program Associate, Tracy provides comprehensive knowledge, guidance, and financial assistance to individuals seeking to manage and understand sleep apnea and other lung health conditions. Tracy holds a Bachelor of Science in Mental Health and Human Services. She is a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), BLS Certified, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS), and Certified in Adult Mental Health and First Aid. Before coming to Breathe PA, Tracy worked as the Senior Registered Respiratory Therapist in the neonatal ICU at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.

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

As Breathe PA’s Health Educator, Cortney provides education on tobacco and nicotine prevention and cessation. She connects youth and adults with resources and support to live healthier, smoke-free lives. Cortney holds a Master of Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction from Gannon University. She is a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) and Mental Health and First Aid Certified. Before coming to Breathe PA, Cortney served as the director of a childcare facility and also worked with other health organizations promoting tobacco awareness and cessation, providing nicotine cessation support, writing policies, and participating in legislative work.

When she isn’t driving her children to sporting events, she enjoys spending time at home on her family’s farm, vacationing, kayaking, gardening, and frequently volunteering with her children’s Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), where she serves as a Parent Teacher Officer.

Jessica Schuman is Breathe PA's Asthma Program Manager. In her role, Jessica leads the School Asthma Initiative program, collaborating 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 certified as Asthma Educator and Tobacco Treatment Specialist. Jessica has been with Breathe PA ten years and previously served as a clinical director for a national staffing agency. In her free time, Jessica 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 External Affairs Manager, Brenda manages communications, marketing, and donor relations. 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.