Marie Carrubba, Esq.,is the Executive Director of the Southwestern Independent Living Center. Long an active community volunteer, Marie is a member of the Jamestown Community College Board of Trustees; serves on the Chautauqua County Workforce Investment Board; chairs the Board of Community Services; serves on the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities; and is a Board member of the Fenton History Center. Marie first served on TRC’s Board from 1989 to 2000 and was Chair from 1997 to 2000. She also has served as Secretary and Vice Chair. She was reelected to the Board in 2010. She has been involved with TRC since 1983. Marie received our Lifetime Achievement Award in 2009, our Humanitarian of the Year Award in 2000 and our Advocate of the Year Award in 1993.

Dawn Columbare, DNP, retired from Jamestown Community College after a career in which she served as Professor and Director of Nursing. Following retirement, she was a national nursing education consultant. Active in the community, Dawn serves on the Chautauqua County Board of Health. She co-chairs the Health Care Promotion Committee of The Creche, Inc., where she also has served as President of the Board of Trustees. She bis s a member of the Service Committee of the Zonta Club of Jamestown, co-chairing the Lily’s Hope and Birthing Kits initiatives. She is a longtime member of Zion Covenant Church, where she has served in many roles including Chair of the Leadership Team. “I believe the education and support of our staff are essential to everything we do to meet the mission of TRC,” Dawn said. “I am passionate about healthcare and ensuring the highest level of physical, social and emotional wellness of every individual we serve and support.” Dawn first became involved with TRC in the 1990s through her position at JCC, and she has served on TRC committees since 2013. She has served on the Board of Directors since 2017 and is completing her first term as Chair.

Lisa Goodell is the retired Executive Director of the Chautauqua Blind Association. Lisa is a member of the Board of Directors of Creche and Chautauqua Striders, and she serves on The Rotary Club of Jamestown’s Community Service Fund. She also sits on the Grants Review Committee of the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation and on the Community Impact Committee for the United Way. “I have several extended family members who have experienced mental health issues,” Lisa said in explaining why she volunteers with TRC. “I want to support those individuals we serve and learn how to support family members.” Lisa has served on TRC’s Board since 2019

Todd Jacobson, MD, is the retired Medical Director for Occupational Health at UPMC Chautauqua. He helped start TRC’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center. Todd is a member of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine and the New York College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Locally, he is a past Board member of the Boys and Girls Club of Jamestown and the Jamestown Safety Council, and he plays trumpet with the Jamestown Municipal Band and the Pearl City Big Jazz Band. Todd has been a member of TRC’s Board since 2003, serving as Chair from 2012 to 2015. He has a daughter who receives supports from The Resource Center.

John Felton is the Chief Executive Officer of Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union. Active in community service, John is the Treasurer of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. He volunteers with the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County and has served on the Chautauqua County Education Coalition. He also is the Treasurer of the New York State Coalition of CDFIs and is a past Chair of the New York Credit Union Foundation. John became involved with The Resource Center through our INVESTU anti-poverty program and decided to take an active role with our organization. In part because of his efforts with INVESTU, John received our 2023 Bruce Walford Community Service Award. He was elected to the Board in 2024.

Robert Goold is a retired teacher, coach and athletic director with Frewsburg High School. Bob serves on the Board of the Jamestown Area YMCA. He is an Emergency Medical Technician with the Bemus Point Volunteer Fire Department and teaches first-aid skills to coaches. Bob volunteers at St. Susan's Center and the National Comedy Center. He has a son who receives supports from TRC. Bob has served on the Board since 2022.

Gwen Loomis is the retired Controller at People Inc., where she worked for 38 years. Gwen was a member of the Financial Managers Association for many years, serving terms as President and Vice President. Her volunteer activities include providing childcare at MomCo and at Christ Community Church, where she also assists in leading the seniors program. In retirement, Gwen wants to put her years of experience to use by supporting an organization that provides services to people with disabilities. “Watching how the services that are provided by agencies like TRC are improving lives and helping people to achieve their dreams and goals has been rewarding,” Gwen said. I would like to continue aiding in those successes by volunteering on the TRC board.” Gwen currently serves on TRC’s Finance Committee.

Barbara Stewart is retired as a Sales Merchandiser with Kraft Foods and has been involved with The Resource Center for more than 30 years. Barb is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, is active in her church and is a Poll Site Coordinator with the Chautauqua County Board of Elections. She serves as Secretary/Treasurer of Chautauqua Connections, Inc., and serves on the Board of Community Inclusion Inc. She had a son who received supports from TRC for many years. Barb served on TRC’s Board from 2003-2010, then again from 2012-18, including one year as Vice Chair. She was elected to the Board again in 2022 and was reelected in 2024.

Kathy Constantino recently retired following a 41-year career at The Resource Center.

Kathleen Gradel, Ed.D. is Chair of the Education Department at SUNY-Fredonia. Kathy served on TRC’s Board of Directors from 2011-16, including one year as Board Chair.

Jessica Gugino, Ph.D., is a Special Education Instructor at SUNY-Fredonia. Jessica is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children. Her volunteer work includes serving as a surrogate parent for special education students in the Fredonia Central School District. Jessica has a son who receives supports from The Resource Center. “It is important for me to support programs that promote the inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the community,” Jessica said.

Rebecca Hamlet Kapple is Associate Manager of Safety at Nestle Purina North America. Rebecca is a former TRC employee and previously has served on TRC’s Board of Directors.