Board of Directors

    BOARD OF DIRECTORS

    Every member of our board of directors is a thought leader who has made significant contributions to our organization. Each one brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization. BTC’s board is comprised of 12 professional residents from greater Hartford. The board includes five committees; Executive/Governance, Development and Fundraising, Finances, Analysis and Survey, and Production. Recently BTC was awarded a grant through the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving to complete an organizational assessment and board development.
    EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 

    Amy Chang

    Board Chair

    Amy Chang is a senior underwriting and marketing professional at GNY Mutual Insurance Company. All her professional experience has been in the insurance industry. Prior to her current role, she has held positions as a process engineer, operations manager, and insurance strategy consultant. Her undergraduate degree is in risk management and she is pursuing a Master’s in business administration from the University of Connecticut School of Business. 

    Frank Giuliano

    Vice Chair

    Frank works for Virtus Investment Partners in downtown Hartford, where he is part of the Corporate Strategy & Development team. Prior to starting his career, Frank graduated from Seton Hall University in New Jersey with a degree in finance. Having taken dance classes while growing up, Frank understands the positive force dance can be in one’s life. Frank is a huge fan of New York sports and an avid golfer. When he’s not teeing it up on the weekends, he enjoys traveling to new places, reading non-fiction and studying psychology.

    Stephanie Cole

    Treasurer

    Stephanie Cole, CPA is a Manager with Budwitz & Meyerjack, P.C., a Connecticut-based accounting firm established in 1971 specializing in providing superior quality service to all their clients, no matter their size. She obtained her Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License in 2014 and is a member of both The Connecticut Society of CPA’s and The American Institute of CPA’s. 

    Jessica Clement

    Secretary

    Jess Clement is a medical oncologist and medical director of oncology research at Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute who has been a resident of West Hartford since 2010. Since moving to West Hartford, she has become an active member in the community. In addition to being a member of The Ballet Theatre Company Board, Jess is also a member of the Medical Advisory Board for the Ron Foley Foundation, a West Hartford organization focused on fighting pancreatic cancer.

    DIRECTORS

    Michele Andrade

    Ms. Andrade is a Paralegal with Aetna. Read her full bio here

    Eric Brummitt

    Mr. Brummitt is a middle school teacher, college professor, and freelance musician. Read his full bio here

    Mateo Ball

    Mr. Ball is a Financial Sr. Consultant with Aetna and specializes in Financial Analysis. Read his full bio here

    Jessica Capone

    Ms. Capone has a background in Health Care consulting and is a Nurse Practitioner with a focus in family and community health. Read her full bio here

    Barb Dorian

    Ms. Dorian is a Contract Lawyer with Pratt and Whitney of UTC. Read her full bio here

    Lauren Milardo

    Ms. Milardo, BTC's former Board Chair is a Supervisor of Medial Economics with Aetna and specializes in Contract Analysis. Read her full bio here

    Darlene Salonia

    Ms. Salonia is the owner of the Ooh La La Boutique located in Blue Back Square and specializes in advertising, promotion and marketing. Read her full bio here

    Kate Sulikowski

    Ms. Sulikowski is a full-time Physical Therapist and director of the Performing Arts Physical Therapy Program at Hartford Hospital Rehabilitation Network in South Windsor, CT. Read her full bio here
    EMERITUS BOARD

    Doug Eicher

    Mr. Eicher has more than 20 years of business, technology business, sales, and marketing experience leading and building teams. Prior to his work with startup organizations, he served as an executive for Apple, where he led the northeast US. Read his full bio here

    Lisa Greene

    Ms. Greene is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Duncaster. Prior she was a marketing executive with The Scotts-Miracle Gro Company where she led the company’s Lawns Division, which accounted for over $500M in revenue. Read her full bio here

    Virginia Major

    Ms. Major is a 2nd Vice President of Travelers. Prior, Ms. Major is Director of Learning and Organizational Development at The Connection, one of Connecticut’s largest nonprofit human services agencies. Read her full bio here

    Kama Giedra

    Ms. Giedra, along with Tracy Dorman, is a founding member of Ballet Theatre Company. A 27+ year banking veteran, she is currently a Credit Officer with Citizens Bank, supporting the Business Banking division and is based in West Hartford CT. Read her full bio here
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