BOARD OF DIRECTORS
& Committee Members
Jennifer Panczyszyn, President (Edward Jones)
Jennifer was raised in Lyons, Ohio. Her mother was a victim of domestic violence. She is a graduate of Spring Arbor University with a Master Degree in Business. Jennifer is married to Brian and has three children and one grandson. Her passion for the safe shelter is to break the cycle one child at a time.
Brandy Bryan, Vice President (Danberry Company)
Board Member since 2017 Brandy was born and raised in Northwest Ohio. She is a graduate of Wauseon High School where she often visits family and friends. She is a licensed Realtor in Ohio and Michigan for The Danberry Co., Realtors since 2002.
Her greatest and dearest mentor was her grandmother, Virginia Synder, who encouraged her to always be herself, be strong and confident and to hold herself with high integrity. It is these strong morals that she is now teaching her beautiful daughter. Brandy and Bree volunteer at local nursing homes and help with several community clean-up projects, including Habit for Humanity and Meals on Wheels.
Brandy is also very dedicated and passionate for Danberry’s charity of choice, The Danberry Treasure Chest. Her office has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars that go to our local kids in need at The Toledo Children’s Hospital.
Her greatest and dearest mentor was her grandmother, Virginia Synder, who encouraged her to always be herself, be strong and confident and to hold herself with high integrity. It is these strong morals that she is now teaching her beautiful daughter. Brandy and Bree volunteer at local nursing homes and help with several community clean-up projects, including Habit for Humanity and Meals on Wheels.
Brandy is also very dedicated and passionate for Danberry’s charity of choice, The Danberry Treasure Chest. Her office has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars that go to our local kids in need at The Toledo Children’s Hospital.
Kristie Kwiatkowski, Secretary (Merrill Lynch)
Board Member since 2015
Kristie, has 26 years in the financial industry. She has a relationship with clients that span multiple generations. A lifelong resident of Toledo-Maumee area, Kristie began her career as a teller at Society Bank –eventually becoming a supervisor and team leader at society National Bank (when its name changed). For more than 21 years, Kristie has worked as a Senior Registered Client Associate, since 2017, at Morgan Stanley.
Kristie, has 26 years in the financial industry. She has a relationship with clients that span multiple generations. A lifelong resident of Toledo-Maumee area, Kristie began her career as a teller at Society Bank –eventually becoming a supervisor and team leader at society National Bank (when its name changed). For more than 21 years, Kristie has worked as a Senior Registered Client Associate, since 2017, at Morgan Stanley.
Ella Herr, Treasurer (William Vaughan Company)
Board Member since 2015.
Ellie Herr is a lifelong resident of Fulton County and works as a staff accountant for William Vaughan Company. She is a graduate of Bowling Green State University and the University of Phoenix. Ellie is a member of The Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants and a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church Finance Council and is currently working on getting her CPA.
Ellie is married to her supportive husband Joe Herr. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her
family and volunteering for various groups.
Ellie Herr is a lifelong resident of Fulton County and works as a staff accountant for William Vaughan Company. She is a graduate of Bowling Green State University and the University of Phoenix. Ellie is a member of The Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants and a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church Finance Council and is currently working on getting her CPA.
Ellie is married to her supportive husband Joe Herr. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her
family and volunteering for various groups.
Rita Gose, Assistant Treasurer
Board Member since 2015
Rita is retired after 29 years with Fifth Third Bank and is originally from Toledo's north end. She has two step-children and four grandchildren. Her goal working with JJ SafeHouse is to give women and children a safe environment to grow.
Rita is retired after 29 years with Fifth Third Bank and is originally from Toledo's north end. She has two step-children and four grandchildren. Her goal working with JJ SafeHouse is to give women and children a safe environment to grow.
Crystal Kline (St. Luke's Hospital)
Board member since 2016
Crystal brings over 9 years of experience in the medical field as she cares for the community at large. She currently works at St. Luke’s hospital in the cardiac ICU. She enjoys bringing her expertise to local nonprofits that advocate for the overall health and well-being of women. Crystal is currently working toward her degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has a strong passion and desire to bring awareness and implement new policies and procedures to better care for victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking.
Crystal is married to her supportive husband Duncan and has three very active children Tanner, Tenley and Trey. Crystal appreciates having a full plate showing her children how important it is to strive for goals in life and having an immense love for others. She enjoys quality time with her family, exercising, and attending local sporting events.
Crystal brings over 9 years of experience in the medical field as she cares for the community at large. She currently works at St. Luke’s hospital in the cardiac ICU. She enjoys bringing her expertise to local nonprofits that advocate for the overall health and well-being of women. Crystal is currently working toward her degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has a strong passion and desire to bring awareness and implement new policies and procedures to better care for victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking.
Crystal is married to her supportive husband Duncan and has three very active children Tanner, Tenley and Trey. Crystal appreciates having a full plate showing her children how important it is to strive for goals in life and having an immense love for others. She enjoys quality time with her family, exercising, and attending local sporting events.
Tricia Schneider (First Federal)
Board Member Since 2016
Trisha Schneider, Assistant Vice President with First Federal Bank of the Midwest, is a lifelong resident of Fulton County. She lives in Wauseon with her husband and 4 children. Along with supporting the vision of JJ SafeHouse, she is involved in several other community organizations such as The Wauseon Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement, and the Fulton County Development Corporation.
Trisha Schneider, Assistant Vice President with First Federal Bank of the Midwest, is a lifelong resident of Fulton County. She lives in Wauseon with her husband and 4 children. Along with supporting the vision of JJ SafeHouse, she is involved in several other community organizations such as The Wauseon Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement, and the Fulton County Development Corporation.
Shawn Najarian
Board Member since 2018
I am a Fulton County resident and I have worked for Sauder Customer Service for 20 Years, currently as the SAP software Business Analyst and the Product Trainer. I love the challenge of wearing multiple hats, multitasking and problem solving and I love serving others.
Troy and I have been married for 11+ years and live in Wauseon with our chocolate lab Jackson.
I enjoy the time I spend with him fishing, hunting, and traveling. I love to play volleyball, entertain family and friends and I read any chance I can get.
I am a Fulton County resident and I have worked for Sauder Customer Service for 20 Years, currently as the SAP software Business Analyst and the Product Trainer. I love the challenge of wearing multiple hats, multitasking and problem solving and I love serving others.
Troy and I have been married for 11+ years and live in Wauseon with our chocolate lab Jackson.
I enjoy the time I spend with him fishing, hunting, and traveling. I love to play volleyball, entertain family and friends and I read any chance I can get.
Monica Peterson
With JJ since 2015, Monica is a hard-working committee member, a loving mother of 3 and grandmother of 4. She is employed as an operational clerk for UPS Freight. Monica states: "I have personal experience with Domestic Violence. I'm hoping by joining JJ Safe House I can make a difference with domestic violence within our community."
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