Building a Stronger Community

Core Team

Dana Baltovich (Marketing and Communications) – Dana is a founding member of Hearts, coordinates marketing and media and is the chair of our new BIG HEARTS campaign project.

Leslie McLean (Silent Auction) – Leslie is a founding member of Hearts and oversees the management of auction items and procedures.

Kelly Semeniuk (Event Management) - Kelly is a founding member of Hearts and is responsible for behind the scenes activities that are required to create our spectacular events.

Kelli Preston (Sponsorships) – Kelli joined the Hearts of Durham in 2007 and oversees our sponsorship opportunities and relationships.

Kira Keast (Project Management & Administration) – Kira joined the Hearts of Durham in 2006 and takes care of all the necessary administrative tasks and project management that ensure our events run smoothly.

Sian Gibson (Community Partnerships) – Sian is a Hearts founding member and is the liaison for our community partners, ensuring the best promotional opportunities for everyone.

Sherry McTavish (Electronic Media) – Sherry joined Hearts in 2007 and oversees all of the online activities for Hearts.

Nicole Menary (On-Site Fundraising) - Nicole has recently joined Hearts and will be overseeing all of the fundraising during our events.

Julie Dunn (Volunteer Coordinator) - Julie recently joined Hearts and will be the main contact and coordinator for the many volunteers who help at our events.