by Diverse Erie | May 12, 2025 | Our Team
OUR TEAM Wayne Patterson Commission Treasurer Wayne Patterson’s career is built on discipline, leadership, and a passion for helping others succeed. His journey began in the United States Marine Corps, where he developed the resilience and strategic thinking...
by Chris Stuart | May 2, 2023 | Our Team
Paul Kokhanevich Paul Kokhanevich, graduated in 2004 with a high school diploma, from East High School with honors and was able to start from nothing and create a multi-million dollar construction business with his brother. Today Paul provides management and...
by diverserieadmin | Apr 3, 2023 | Our Team
OUR TEAM Anthony Simmons In 2015, Anthony Simmons, an experienced optician with over 30 years in the field, opened 911 Vision Express in Edinboro, Pennsylvania. His vision was to create a community-focused practice that combined cutting-edge optical technology with...
by Chris Stuart | Mar 1, 2023 | Our Team
OUR TEAM Sara Shinsky A results-driven leader with extensive experience in banking, business management, and community engagement. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Slippery Rock University and has studied International Business at Eafit...
by diverserieadmin | Feb 9, 2023 | Our Team
OUR TEAM Saeedullah Taraky Saeedullah Taraky was born in a middle-class family in the southern region of Afghanistan in 1990. After the collapse of the Afghan government, he comes from Afghanistan through the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) Program and is residing in the...
by Chris Stuart | Oct 12, 2022 | Our Team
OUR TEAM Brandy Cortes, M.S. Brandy Cortes has dedicated the past 27 years to providing social services and counseling in the City of Erie and throughout Erie County, specializing in areas such as mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders....
