Our Team
Our Staff
Matthew G. Braden, Chief Executive Officer matthew@gpar.org Manages the day-to-day operations of GPAR, including staff, budget and programs. Works closely with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee on fulfilling the mission and strategic plan of GPAR.
Donna LePera, Director of Member Services donna@gpar.org Manages member relations, including maintaining member records. Ensures members, directors and staff are operating in compliance with NAR, PAR, and GPAR Bylaws. Oversees New Member Orientation and Code of Ethics training and handles Real Estate Commission questions, including education requirements.
Jeanna Raleigh, Director of Finance jeanna@gpar.org Manages accounts payable/receivable, dues billing, and electronic key cards for GPAR. Oversees technology, including hardware, software and membership management database. Serves as staff liaison for the Horizons Committee.
Brittney Baker Shurr, Director of Government & Public Affairs brittney@gpar.org Manages GPAR’s government affairs efforts. Responsible for grassroots advocacy, key contact program, candidate screening process and RPAC fundraising. Serves as staff liaison for Government Affairs, Diversity, Young Professionals’ Network, and RPAC Committees.
Cheryl Adams, Professional Standards Administrator cheryl@gpar.org Serves as first point of contact for members and visitors to GPAR. Processes all requests for arbitration and ethics complaints and maintains complete records of Professional Standards proceedings. Provides staff support for the Grievance Committee, including minutes and notification of meetings.
, Communications & Engagement Manager Manages communication and event programming to deliver value to members, promote the REALTOR® brand and advance initiatives as set forth by the Board of Directors and Association Committees.
Our 2023 Board of Directors
Roderick Walker, President
Christopher Mattioli, President-Elect
Carlos Masip, Vice President
Katey McGrath, Treasurer
Jacob R. Markovitz, Immediate Past President
Ivon Cowell, Director
Greg Damis, Director
Lindsay Johnston, Director
Brittany Nettles, Director
Mark Turner, Director
Emily Wang, Director
Our 2023 National Association of REALTORS® Leadership
John “Jack” Barry, Director
Our 2023 Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® Leadership
Albert Perry, 2023 PAR President
Stephanie Biello, District 1 Vice President
Janis Benstock, Director
Annette Collier, Director
John “Jack” Malloy, Director
John “Jack” Barry, Director
Jacob Markovitz, Director
Carlos Masip, Director
Christopher Mattioli, Director
Katey McGrath, Director
Heather A. Petrone-Shook, Director
Joseph Rey, Director
Lisa Silveri, Director
Linc A. Slipakoff, Director
Stephen Stiles, Director
Roderick Walker, Director
Emily Wang, Director
Ivon Cowell, Alternate
Gregory Damis, Alternate
Mark Turner, Alternate