BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Christine Rath
Christine is the founder of Friends of Youngstown along with serving on the Board of Directors and running the daily operations of the nonprofit.
Born and raised in Youngstown and presently resides in the Village of Youngstown.
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Christine holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from SUNY Buffalo and a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Wayne State University.
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Christine has retired after 32 years working in quality, engineering, manufacturing & service in the automotive, commercial, & aerospace/military industries.
Sean Mackenzie
Sean serves on the Board of Directors of FOY and provides legal guidance to the nonprofit.
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Resides in Youngstown.
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Sean holds a Juris Doctorate and Master's of Business, Commercial & Business Law from Buffalo State University and a Bachelor's in Business Management/Psychology from SUNY Fredonia.
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Sean is presently a Partner at Magavern, Magavern Grimm LLP.
Heidi Reisman
Heidi serves on the Board of Directors of FOY and provides organizational support to the nonprofit.
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Resides in the Village of Youngstown.
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Heidi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy.
Heidi is presently the Environmental, Health & Safety Manager at 3M.
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