Meet The Team
Dear YMCA Members and Participants,
Please meet our team at The Granite YMCA. Together, we are a dedicated group of individuals connected by a shared passion and commitment to serving our members and strengthening the foundations of our community through youth development, healthy living, social responsibility, and family strengthening. Our talented staff are well vetted through a thorough interview and reference checking process. All must pass a criminal investigative check and go through both formal and on the job training programs. Our association is very proud of all our team members, and invite you to ask any of them for assistance to better improve your Y experience.
Enjoy your YMCA.
YMCA of Downtown Manchester staff
Doug Currier
Executive Director
Born and raised in Haverhill, MA, Doug earned his degree in Physical Education and Recreation from Bridgewater State College. After a summer internship with the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Sandy Island Family Camp on Lake Winnipesaukee, Doug started his career as a Physical Director at the Merrimack Valley YMCA in Lawrence, MA, where he spent the first seven years of his 15-year career as a YMCA professional.
Doug would move on to work as an Executive Director for the Metro North YMCA in Saugus, MA, as well as a stop right here at The Granite YMCA, serving as the Executive Director at the YMCA of Strafford County in Rochester, NH. After a little time away working in the fitness sales industry, Doug is back at the YMCA, where he belongs. He is very excited to be here at the YMCA of Downtown Manchester to support and promote the great programs and services offered by the YMCA, particularly those that support youth and families.
Doug currently resides in Newton, NH with his wife Heather and two children, Grady & Cora. In his off time, he can be found coaching his children’s youth sports teams, rooting on the Boston sports teams, or fishing, especially in the winter months, as ice fishing is his biggest passion of all, aside from his family.
Amanda Griffith
Operations Director
Born and raised in Abington, Pennsylvania, Amanda has been in the Y movement professionally for the last 9 years. She got her start at South Mountain YMCA Camps as the Youth and Family Director, and most recently spent 6 years working for the Y in Central Maryland as Senior Camp and Family Director. Her passion for the Y began while working at summer camp and influences how she leads operations to this day. She is looking forward to developing deep relationships with the Downtown team and surrounding community.
In her free time, Amanda is an enthusiastic hobbyist dabbling in everything from cooking and watercolors to hiking and gardening. She is willing to pick up a few more hobbies, so if you see her stop by and tell her about yours!
Ruthie Durand
Membership Director
Ruthie was born in North Carolina and her dad was a Marine so she traveled a lot. She has lived most of her adult life in New Hampshire.
Ruthie worked for the Y 25 years ago as the Membership Director and left to raise her children. She still volunteered during that time as a Group Exercise instructor and taught kids’ classes. Ruthie worked for Shaw’s for over 15 years as the Evening Manger and did community events for them. She came back to the Y in 2016 and reclaimed her position as the Membership Director and oversees Kid Zone!
Ruthie has taught numerous classes and has volunteered with most of the outreach events such as Santa Brunch and Rock the Block, Trolley Night.
Ruthie loves the Y for many reasons. She raised her family at the Y and has made many long-lasting relationships with members and staff.
In her free time, Ruthie enjoys camping and hiking with her family. She also loves to travel.
Rick Eccleston
Facilities Director
Bri Hess
Y-YOUTH Matters Stay Program Director
Bri Hess grew up in Raymond, NH and graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Before coming to the YMCA, she spent a handful of summers working at Dartmouth College with at risk youth and helping them explore college and career options.
Since July 2019, Bri has played an important role with the Y-STAY Program in various different settings including teaching one of our middle school sites, establishing our high school program, and running our Leaders Club. As the Y-STAY Director, she will be supporting the four middle schools and one high school in Manchester.
When she's not at work, you can find her with her husband and two kids exploring Concord. She spends most nights being a gymnastic mom and enjoying family walks!
Kelly Lewin
Early Learning Center Director
Kelly Lewin, the Early Learning Center Director at the YMCA of Downtown Manchester, began her career at the Y in Rye, NY in 2000. For over 20 years, Kelly has worked as a Camp Group Leader, Kinder Time Teacher, Kindercamp Director, and Child Care Director.
She is excited to continue her adventure at The Granite YMCA, looking forward to getting to know all of the children and their families in the Early Learning Center, and to be a part of their growth and development. Kelly enjoys the outdoors, camping, the beach, and reading. Her favorite thing to do is spend time with her three boys and family!
Coco Moore
School Age Child Care Director
Coco Moore, the Director of School Age Child Care for both Manchester and Goffstown, was born in Arizona and raised in New Hampshire. Coco received her Bachelor's in Liberal Arts from New England College, as well as her Master's in Sports & Recreation Management and Business Administration.
Coco always knew she wanted to work with kids in some way, shape, or form. Since attending programs through the Boys & Girls Club as a child, Coco developed a passionate for giving back to her community and creating a second home for youth. She is excited to learn, grow, and thrive during her career here at the Y alongside all of the children in our program.
Coco is a huge sports fan and was a two-sport athlete in her youth and throughout her career at New England College. Ready for one last fun fact? She has a twin sister who also works for The Granite YMCA!
Kathy Raiche-Stephens
Director of Healthy Living
Born and raised in Manchester, NH, Kathy graduated with a BA in Psychology and went on to get her Masters in Education, K – 8th grade. After many years of being a stay at home mom, followed by many years of teaching elementary school, Kathy wanted to take her passion for having a positive impact on our community from teaching children to working in the field of health and wellness with adults.
During the years Kathy was working at home and teaching school she also began to teach classes at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown. Starting with a cycling class, she quickly got the bug for teaching fitness. With a genuine love of learning, Kathy began a journey into many fitness certifications, such as TRX, yoga, group exercise, personal training, and many more. Moving from teaching school to teaching fitness classes seemed like a natural transition. Initially Kathy took on the role of the Group Exercise Coordinator at the Manchester Y and is currently the Director of Healthy Living. Most recently, she is grateful to be involved in our Health Intervention programs providing education and membership to our community and beyond.
When Kathy is not working, her biggest enjoyment is spending time with her family and being active with her husband, Gregg. They love to hike, bike, swim, run, camp, ski, snowshoe, etc. In 2018, Kathy and Gregg Hiked Mt. Katahdin as the final climb, accomplishing all of the 67 New England 4,000 foot mountains.
Ronny Rose
Aquatics Director
Chris Stetson
Director of Teen Outreach and Education
Chris grew up in Connecticut where he attended UConn as an undergraduate and then on to Sacred Heart University for his MEd in secondary education. Chris spent 10 years at an educational company that brought hands on science experiences to elementary schools all across CT and NY.
In 2018, Chris and his wife moved up to beautiful New Hampshire to be closer to family and to the gorgeous outdoors New Hampshire has to offer. Along with this came the opportunity to join the Y family. Chris started in School's Out Program, which lead to the STAY teaching program, and ultimately to be a part of an amazing group called Y-YOUTH Matters, where he oversees programming all about giving voice and opportunity to Manchester teens.
When not at work, Chris, his wife Emma, and Pepper the dog can be found on any number of adventures from canoeing and fishing to exploring the hidden gem pubs and restaurants NH has to offer.
YMCA of Downtown Manchester Advisory Board
Kraig Burnham
Interim Chair & Y-Youth Matter Committee Chair
Kraig is the retired Chairman and CEO of Merrimack Mortgage Company. He is the past chair of the YMCA of Downtown Manchester Advisory Board and member of the Board of Trustees as well as a former member of the Executive Committee. Kraig has been a long time member of the YMCA of Downtown Manchester and resides in Merrimack.
Carrie Carbonneau
Program Committee Chair
Carrie's career has been focused on supporting workplace wellness programming for companies throughout New Hampshire. Currently residing in Boston and working as a Pharmacy Account Manager for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, you can find Carrie escaping outside whenever possible. She is an avid hiker and explorer of all things outdoors, mostly in the White Mountains where she grew up. She's been a member of the YMCA for ten years in various New Hampshire locations, often seeking out a new group exercise class.
Jennifer Dupre
Jennifer is a Partner in Grant Thornton, a global audit, tax and advisory firm. Apart from her client service, she focuses on mentoring and developing staff through their careers. Jennifer has led programs aligned with the firm’s mission to enhance the recruitment, retention and advancement of women into leadership positions. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire and earned an MBA from Suffolk University. She lives in Manchester with her husband and sons.
Jenny Everett King, MSW
Bio Coming Soon.
Ryan Feeney
Bio Coming Soon.
Stan Garrity
Bio Coming Soon.
Erika Guilbault
Erika is the general manager of The Common Man Restaurant in Concord NH. Erika has spent 20 years in the Foodservice industry focusing on developing and mentoring new managers and giving back to the community. Participating in diversity and inclusion seminars and training as well as attending the Woman's Foodservice Forum is a passion of Erika's. A Notre Dame College graduate, Erika lives in Manchester with her family who are all active in programs at The Granite YMCA.
Camille Madden
Volunteer Committee Chair & Membership Committee Chair
Camille is Interim President and COO of HarborOne Mortgage, LLC, a subsidiary of HarborOne Bank. She is a longstanding member of the YMCA of Downtown Manchester Advisory Board and chairs the Teen Center subcommittee. In addition to the Y, Camille serves on the New Hampshire Housing and Finance Authority Advisory Board, and is a member of the Mortgage Bankers & Brokers Association of NH Board of Directors. Camille was raised in Manchester where she resides with her husband, Peter.
Daniel Maradiaga
Bio Coming Soon
Henny Mulatre
As the Foundation’s Manager of Giving and Service, Henny manages Harvard Pilgrim's employee service and giving initiatives. In this role Henny creates, promotes and implements employee volunteer opportunities and fund-raising for charitable causes, helping Harvard Pilgrim to build healthier communities and achieve its goal of becoming a good corporate citizen. Henny previously spent nearly two years managing the grant portfolio for the Foundation’s Healthy Food Fund. Prior to joining the Foundation, Henny was Program Manager for City Year New Hampshire and was a Corps Member from August 2011 to June 2012. He earned a bachelor's degree in Public Health from the University of South Florida.
Tyler Waldrupe
Secretary
Tyler is a CPA and Senior Manager in Berry Dunn’s Tax Consulting and Compliance Group. Outside of work, Tyler has been a Manchester Central High School Boys Varsity Assistant Soccer Coach since 2008. Tyler and his wife Moriah live in Manchester. Tyler has been a member of the YMCA since 1992. His first and very fond memory of the Y was attending parent/child basketball sessions when he was six years old with his father. Tyler has been a member of the Advisory board since 2009.
Jeremy Walker
Board Development Chair
Jeremy is a partner at McLane Middleton where he started his legal career as a trial attorney after working for a few years as a civil engineer in Virginia. He grew up in Manchester, where he and his wife raised their two daughters, and he has been a member of the Manchester YMCA for over twenty years. Jeremy is a member of the YMCA of Downtown Manchester Advisory Board and on The Granite YMCA Board of Trustees.
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