Our People
Beacon Place relies on dedicated and committed staff members and volunteers to help support all of the programs and experiences available at Beacon Place. What brings our staff to Beacon Place is their strong desire to support children and families as we work together to lift a community and build brighter futures.
Founding Board Members:
The following individuals provided the initial vision and guidance for the agency. We thank them for their ability to dream big and make hope for brighter future a realty for so many.
Linda Benge
Gary Eimerman
Barb Karacic (past Chair)
Barbara LaFasto
Betsy Larson
Linda Malouf*
Gene Sekel
Peggy Talbot* (past Chair)
(*added after the Articles of Incorporation)
Early Leaders, Non-Voting Members:
Diane Archibald
Mary Jane Dybas
Juliana Furlong
Wil Guilianelli
Scott Guziec
Fran Prell
Past Board Members:
Beacon Place has been shaped by tremendous leaders who have dedicated their time and expertise to guide the agency as one of the most impactful youth and family community service organizations in Lake County, IL. We are thankful their years of leadership service and acknowledge these individuals here.
Nick Anson
Paul Barrett
Brad Berke
Kevin Bishop (past Chair)
Carrie Buchwald (past Chair)
David Calfee
Robert Dodd
Jennifer Gattari
Marc Jones
Mary Ellen Patton
Robin Powers
Jacob Punoose
Sally Salzer
Ann Marie Scheidler
Current Board Members:
The Beacon Place Board of Directors is a group of dedicated individuals who are passionate about our mission of empowering our community through education, skill-set building, and healthy lifestyles.
Rev. Sean Miller (Board Chair)
Scott Carter
Chris Fisher
Andy Graves
Barbara LaFasto
Mary Tomanek
Rev. Sean Miller
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Robert Pasinato, Manager of Operations and Facilities
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Nina West Latusek, Marketing and Development Manager
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Viviana Vasquez, Education & Enrichment Program Manager
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