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Board of Directors

  • Kerry Cook, President
  • Cindy Hammaker, Secretary
  • Trevor Squires, Treasurer
  • Rebecca Bradbeer
  • Ed Cohle
  • Ryan Dodds
  • Roger Lynch
  • Valarie Pearson
  • Brian Slater
  • Lorraine Thompson Baron
  • Maxwell Work

Advisory Council

  • Jeremy Baron
  • Beth Harper Briglia, CPA
  • Darcy Elks
  • David Frees III, Esq.
  • Johanna & Christopher Gilbert
  • Richard A. Kunsch, Sr.
  • Mary MacKinnon
  • Maureen McCarthy
  • George W. Meschter
  • Karl Miller
  • Moira Mumma
  • Ginger Murphy
  • Judy Newhouse
  • Suzanne V. Norris
  • Clemens Pietzner
  • George Reitnour, Esq.
  • Sarah Thompson
  • Peggy & Larry Way
  • Albert Wolfram

Staff

Mrs. Alicia DeMont

Alicia Warner DeMont

Alicia DeMont has worked in various roles at Citizen Advocacy since 2002 and is currently the Executive Director. She is deeply committed to the organization’s mission and its role in strengthening the social fabric of our community, helping to make Phoenixville a better place for everyone. Witnessing the profound impact of this work continues to be an honor for her. Alicia holds a B.A. from Guilford College and an M.S. in Nonprofit Management from Eastern University. She has been actively involved in the Phoenixville community her whole life and feels grateful for the connections and positive change fostered through her work. Alicia and her family live in the Phoenixville area.

Koretta McGhee

Koretta McGhee joined Citizen Advocacy as Program Director in October 2026.

Koretta is a longtime community member and has been involved with Citizen Advocacy for several years. She has significant experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. She holds an MBA in Strategic Management and an MS in Innovation Management & Entrepreneurship from Temple University.  

Koretta brings a passion for relationship building and strengthening the communities we call home. She has experienced firsthand the power of Citizen Advocacy and has been inspired by the meaningful relationships and the impact Citizen Advocacy has on people’s lives. Koretta brings her professional experience, community connections, and commitment to our mission. She and her family live in Phoenixville.

Koretta McGhee
Mrs. Christine Brown

Christine Brown

Mrs. Christine Brown is currently the Program Coordinator for Citizen Advocacy of Chester County. Prior to her work at this nonprofit, she has been both a band director and a principal. She started her professional career as a music teacher in the Oxford Area School District and has held administrative roles within the School District of Lancaster, the Cocalico School District and the Renaissance Academy. Mrs. Brown received her B.S. in Music Education from West Chester University and her M.A. in Educational Leadership from Wilmington University. 

In addition to Citizen Advocacy, Christine is quite active in other area nonprofits. She also maintains a private music studio and is a co-owner of Lighthouse Educational Consultants. Along with her husband Jason and son Nolan, Christine lives in Phoenixville.

Marnie Daniel

Marnie Daniel has been with Citizen Advocacy since 2018, serving in a variety of roles since then. She is currently our Program Coordinator and loves connecting with others. Marnie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Global Studies and Peacebuilding and loves the mission of Citizen Advocacy for its power to transform lives and communities. Marnie lives in Bethlehem PA with her husband Joe and their dog Shivvy.

Marnie Daniel

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