Our Staff
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Jim O'Rourke
Executive Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x117
jorourke@waterburyymca.orgMoreJim has been with the YMCA since 1990, a loyal member since he was 9 years old .World famous for being able to stuff over 50 marshmallows in his mouth at summer camp, Jim enjoys running, eating, his dog Libby and spending time with his lovely wife, Nicola. Jim can be spotted at the Y pretty much anywhere, but most notably, directing traffic in the parking lot, hanging out near the front desk or wearing a hard hat in a construction zone. Truly a jack of all trades, Jim keeps the Y in motion!
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Paula Labonte
Development Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x103
plabonte@waterburyymca.orgMoreContact Paula regarding the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, fundraising events (Annual Breakfast, Golf Tournament, etc.) and private and government grant writing efforts. Paula works closely with the Board of Directors and associated committees and task forces. Paula also helps coordinate all capital projects at the YMCA and at Camp Mataucha.
Paula has been at the Waterbury YMCA since 1991. Paula's true passion lies at Camp Mataucha, where she has spent countless hours working on long–range plans and helping thousands of campership families send their children to camp.
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Susan Talbot
Finance Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x105
stalbot@waterburyymca.orgMoreSusan oversees the financial operations of the YMCA and works closely with the Finance Committee to ensure that the YMCA meets all 501(c)(3) non–profit requirements. She is also responsible for LAN Management and in-house Technical Support.
Susan has been with the Waterbury YMCA since 1999. She is an active volunteer with the Rotella School PTA, Pencil Box Players Junior, and American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
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Tami Macary
Human Resources Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x104
tmacary@waterburyymca.orgMoreTami is responsible for the YMCA Human Resource department. Tami works closely with the Safety/Risk management committee to see that the YMCA remains a safe place for all who enter. Tami began her YMCA career at the Naugatuck YMCA in 1989 and has been with the Waterbury YMCA since 1996. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and finds small ugly dogs and adopts them.
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Arun Kumar
Facilities Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x113
MoreArun has been the YMCA facility director since 1973 and directly oversees the YMCA maintenance staff and physical plant. Contact Arun regarding any physical plant concerns or questions.
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Patti Flaherty
Aquatics Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x112
pflaherty@waterburyymca.orgMoreContact Patti regarding swim classes, birthday parties, Barracuda Swim Team, Learn to Swim week, backyard swim lessons and senior swim program.
Patricia Flaherty has been the Aquatic Director since 1998. She is responsible for all youth, adult, senior, offsite, and competitive swimming programs. She is also responsible for all the staff first aid and safety trainings and is an American Red Cross volunteer instructor.
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Kathy Welz
Child Development Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x115
kwelz@waterburyymca.orgMoreContact Kathy regarding Child Development for 3-5 year olds, before & after school programs in Carrington, Chase, and Brooklyn Schools, as well as all childcare programs in Middlebury, Southbury, Watertown, and Prospect.
Miss Kathy has her Bachelors in Early Child Education & Health from Westchester University and has been a teacher in our pre-school program for the past three years. We welcome her experience and expertise as our new Director of Child Development. She is a childcare curriculum legend, and we're excited and fortunate to have her in this role.
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Lexi Allen
Outdoor Program Director
Chris Hibbs, CSCS
Health & Wellness Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x124
chibbs@waterburyymca.orgMoreContact Chris regarding the Fitness Center, personal training, nutritional counseling, the Polar BodyAge™ System, group fitness classes, cycling classes and massage therapy.
Chris has been the Fitness Director since December 2003. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He is also a lifelong athlete and has his EMT–Basic certification.
Angie Matthis
Membership Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x107
amatthis@waterburyymca.orgMoreOriginally a Midwestern girl, Angie was "transplanted" to New England from Memphis, TN. Angie brings creative thinking, modern approaches to marketing and open-minded, personalized customer service to the table. Shes a non-stop mom to Freddie and Eva, wife to Fred Sr. and friends with anyone that smiles back. Contact Angie for all things membership related.
Lucas Spellman
Youth and Teen Program Director
203-754-YMCA(9622) x116
lspellman@waterburyymca.orgMoreLucas is a Waterbury native, who has been involved with the Greater Waterbury YMCA for over 15 years. In High School, Lucas was a standout basketball player, among many other players in his class. Overtime, Lucas has enjoyed working with the Greater Waterbury YMCA. Lucas also has volunteered with the Waterbury YMCA camp Mataucha. With involvement of the Waterbury YMCA's sports, Lucas later became Director of the Youth and Teen Department.
Contact Lucas regarding Pee Wee Basketball League, Game Time Hoops, Fun Bus, Hoops & Homework, Men's & Woman's Basketball League, and more, and anything regarding the Youth & Teen Department.
Mike Tedesco
Camping Director
(203)754-YMCA(9622) x118
mtedesco@waterburyymca.orgMoreMike has been with the YMCA in one capacity or another since he was 7 years old. He first started by participating in camp programs, youth sports programs and after school programs. Mike enjoys long walks with wife Sara and his dog Napoleon, anything about baseball and especially Ohio State football.
Tricia Brown
Group Fitness Coordinator
MoreTricia Brown has been teaching Group Fitness for over 12 years. She has an extensive background in fitness including AFAA Step Certification, AFAA Personal Training Certification, AFAA Kickboxing Certification, ReebokCycling, Mat Science, Resist–a–Ball, Prenatal, Senior, Power–ÉFlex trainingand many others. Tricia also has experience with teacher/instructor training through a B.S. in Mathematics Education and a M.S. in Instructional Technology.
Alicia Cipriano
Group Fitness Coordinator
MoreAlicia Cipriano has been has been a dedicated employee of the YMCA since 1997. She has an extensive background in fitness including AFAA Primary Certification, AAA/ISMA Personal Training Certification, Reebok Cycling, Yoga, Resist-a-Ball, Prenatal, Senior, Power-Flex training and many others. In addition to her passion for fitness, Alicia is also pursuing her Masters Degree in Elementary Education.