Board of Directors

President

Tyler Mays

Client Executive/Associate General Counsel at RCM&D

In addition to more than a decade of experience as an insurance defense litigator, Mays has a deep connection to The Baltimore Station and remembers volunteering here as a teenager.

Vice President

Andrew Bagby

MSgt, USAF (Ret.)

Banking Services Analyst/Mid-Atlantic Veterans’ Resource Group President at M&T Bank

Born and raised in Richmond, VA, Andy joined the Air Force in 2000 and began a 22-year long career as a Language Analyst. Over the next two decades, he travelled the US from Washington D.C to Hawaii in numerous leadership positions for the Air Force and National Security Agency, but always returned to what had become his second home, Baltimore. After retirement in 2022, Andy sought to firm his roots in Baltimore and find an employer with a meaningful commitment to the city. Through the US Chamber of Commerce’s Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship, he found that in M&T Bank, eventually joining as an Analyst and, eventually, President of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the bank’s Veteran’s Resource Chapter.

Andy continues to seek new and impactful ways to connect Veterans in the community with the resources they need to succeed at whatever stage of life’s journey they find themselves. Andy has been married to his high-school crush, Renee, for 23 years. In his free time, Andy enjoys numerous and sundry geek-adjacent hobbies, as well as connecting with nature and the great outdoors.

Treasurer

John Anderson

Attorney at Angelos Legal Group

Anderson is a former Marine Corps infantryman with five years of military service. During his service, he planned and led numerous military patrols, communicated with foreign leaders, and managed over three million dollars worth of military equipment without any loss. Currently, he works as an attorney at Angelos Legal Group, where he manages criminal, estate, personal injury, and family law cases. Anderson holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice and a J.D., both from the University of Baltimore.

Secretary

Michele Renaud

Associate Brand Manager, T. Rowe Price

Michele Renaud is an Global Brand Manager at T. Rowe Price, a global asset management firm headquartered in Baltimore. Prior to T. Rowe Price, Michele followed her passion for marketing and held various roles within the asset management, retail, advertising and women’s wear industries.

With a deep belief that is important to recognize and thank those who gave so much, she looks forward to creating awareness for The Baltimore Station.

Michele is a graduate of Rider University.

Board Member

Natalie Arteen

Assistant Vice President, M&T Bank

Arteen is responsible for coordinating community involvement and volunteerism for M&T Bank’s Maryland and Greater Washington regions in partnerships with various non-profit organizations. She has served as a volunteer at The Baltimore Station for six years and facilitated a partnership with M&T Bank that included various sponsorships and also a comprehensive financial literacy program for residents. At M&T Bank she is also responsible for coordinating corporate hospitality events for M&T’s valued customers.

Arteen has two decades of experience in community outreach and corporate hospitality, with over 21 years of experience at M&T Bank. Arteen was appointed to M&T Bank’s President’s Council and is on the M&T’s Charitable Contribution Committees. Arteen serves on the Heart of the Schools Committee, and The Westport Academy Family Council.

Board Member

Dr. Branville G. Bard, Jr.

Dr. Branville G. Bard, Jr. is a dedicated, reform-minded, public safety & law enforcement professional with a reputation for sound leadership and community service. Currently having more than twenty-nine years of professional experience, he serves as the Vice President for Public Safety at Johns Hopkins University & Medicine. He served as the Police Commissioner for the City of Cambridge, Massachusetts, a position he was selected for after a nationwide search. Prior to that, he was appointed Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety for the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s Police Department (PHAPD). He began his career as a member of the Philadelphia Police Department where he served more than 21 years, before retiring at the rank of Inspector. Additionally, he was appointed by Mayor Jim Kenney as the Co-Chair of the Public Safety Committee, for his Transition Team.

Board Member

Christopher Barnes

Senior Manager of Fleet Services at Baltimore Gas and Electric

Barnes has more than 22 years of military service as a Lieutenant Commander and five years in the corporate sector.

Board Member

Jeff Cooper

CEO, Len The Plumber

Jeff Cooper has close to 25 years of experience as a business executive and is currently the CEO of Len The Plumber. He previously spent two decades working at Stanley Black & Decker (SBD) where he was the Global President of the Black & Decker business. Following his tenure with Stanley Black & Decker, Jeff served as the Chief Operating Officer and General Manager for BerettaUSA.

Throughout the years and varying business climates, Jeff has consistently demonstrated an ability to grow the business in terms of both top and bottom-line revenues. He enjoys building strong teams and strategies that make the workplace a motivational and success-oriented environment.

Jeff has been married to his wife, Laura, for 21 years. They enjoy their time watching their 18-year-old daughter, Ellie, and 15-year-old son, Jeffrey, play lacrosse.

Board Member

Michael Duplechain

Michael Duplechain is a Human Resources Business Partner with a ten-years in human resources who served his country for thirty-years as a National Guardsman retiring at the rank of Colonel.

Michael has decades of leadership experience stemming from his civilian and military careers that have informed his commitment to leading, coaching, teaching, and learning. Prior to his retirement from the Maryland National Guard, he had held several senior leadership positions, commanded at three different levels, and led the Maryland National Guard’s Human Resources Office.

Michael has two deployments outside of the United States (Iraq and Egypt) as part of contingency operations, several mobilizations for domestic emergencies including hurricanes, civil unrest, and COVID response during which he held significant command and staff responsibilities. These experiences honed his abilities as leader, planner, and advisor in organizations executing complex missions in uncertain circumstances.

Prior to the attacks of September 11, 2001, Michael worked in state government and non-profit sectors as a Director of Government Relations and Director of Training and Technical Assistance for the National Association of Service and Conservation Corps (renamed The Corps Network) and as Program Officer for the Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism. Following 9/11 his work was focused on national security and military service. Michael is looking to reconnect with his passion for serving and strengthening the communities at a more local level.

Michael holds the Senior Certified Professional (SCP) from the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), a specialty credential in People Analytics from SHRM, and MA in Policy Studies from the Johns Hopkins University. Although not a practitioner, Michael holds a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace by the University of South Florida Muma College of Business.

Michael is currently employed by M&T Bank as a Human Resources Business Partner where he supports the development of talent, provides strategic advice to business leaders, and contributes to the bank’s human capital strategies. When not working, Michael enjoys playing tennis, hiking, camping, cooking, and eating.

Board Member

Michael Fonce

Program Graduate

Fonce is a 2017 graduate of The Baltimore Station’s program. A member of the Army from 1982 to 1991, Fonce entered The Station’s residential treatment program in June 2016. After a year and a half, Fonce successfully completed the program and moved into his own apartment. Celebrating five years of sobriety, Fonce is attending school to receive his certificate in Drug and Alcohol Counseling and credits the organization for helping him repair relationships with his kids and other family members and showing him there is a “better way of life.”

Board Member

Stacy Kahatapitiya

Director of Industrial Hygiene Services – Arc Environmental, LLC

Stacy was introduced to The Baltimore Station as a volunteer in 2012; she enjoys spending time with the residents and finding meaningful ways to share in and support the mission of The Station. Originally from Ohio, Stacy moved to the Baltimore area after completing her undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina Wilmington and has over 19 years of diverse experience providing environmental consulting and industrial hygiene services to Federal, commercial, and industry clients worldwide. Stacy holds a Master of Science in Environmental Planning and Management from Johns Hopkins University and serves as a board member for several professional societies, including the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals National Capital Chapter where she is a Director and the Society of American Military Engineers where she currently serves as the Baltimore Post President. Stacy is an avid supporter of a number of community-based organizations and currently resides in Catonsville with her husband, Somendra, their two children, dog, and guinea pig.

Board Member

Shevelle Montgomery

Shevelle Montgomery is an accomplished professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, bringing a wealth of expertise in advancing fundraising and planning objectives across diverse organizations. With a proven track record in administrative support, data analysis, and reporting, Shevelle excels in evaluating key performance indicators to optimize operational effectiveness.

As the Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships at Associated Black Charities since February 2023, Shevelle has spearheaded initiatives to foster strategic alliances and sponsorships, driving organizational success. Prior to this role, Shevelle served as the Manager of Progress & Partnerships at Color of Crohn’s & Chronic Illness, Inc., where she made significant contributions in a short span of four months.

With a strong background in development and fundraising events, Shevelle has held pivotal roles at reputable organizations such as The Myositis Association and Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Maryland/Southern Delaware. Her tenure as a Senior Manager and Manager in these organizations underscores her ability to cultivate donor relationships and execute successful fundraising campaigns.

Before transitioning into leadership positions, Shevelle honed her skills as a Development Coordinator and Manager of Fundraising Campaigns & Volunteer Engagement at Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, where she made notable contributions to the organization’s mission.

Earlier in her career, Shevelle served as an Administrative Assistant in Annual Giving and Special Events at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she gained valuable experience in managing diverse administrative tasks and supporting fundraising initiatives.

With her comprehensive skill set and extensive experience in development, fundraising, and strategic partnerships, Shevelle Montgomery continues to make a profound impact on the organizations she serves, driving sustainable growth and advancing their missions with unwavering dedication and expertise.

Board Member

Col. Michael Nelson

Practice Lead, Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.

Nelson is a retired member of the United States Army and has served in various engineering positions within the Army, Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve for the last 30 years. A graduate of West Point, Nelson also graduated cum laude from the University of Baltimore with a Juris Doctorate. Nelson is currently practice lead at Partner Engineering and Science, Inc., which offers full-service engineering, environmental and energy consulting and design services throughout the Americas, Europe and around the world.

Board Member

Thomas M. Staskowski

Senior Population Health Strategy Consultant, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

With more than a decade of experience in health care, Staskowski serves as a senior population health strategy consultant for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. He has extensive knowledge in the health care consulting field, where he educates providers on operational and clinical best practices with the patient’s best interest as a priority.

Staskowski is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, where he studied Science, Health Policy and Administration, and furthered his education at DeSales University, earning his Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration and Planning and Contract Management.

Board Member

Stuart Sutley

Board Member

Frankie Velez

Vice President & General Manager, Praxis Engineering Technologies, LLC; A GDIT Company

With over 35 years of experience, Velez is the Peraton Vice President & General Manager responsible for the performance and success of the Cyber Intelligence Solutions Business in Annapolis Junction, MD. Mr. Velez has devoted almost his entire career to being part of or providing support to the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. With extensive experience in leadership, business, program management, his expertise centers around enabling organizations that provide software engineering and capability research support to government customers in the areas of emerging technologies and cybersecurity. Velez is a highly effective, results-oriented leader with expertise in coaching, mentoring, and optimizing employee performance focusing on overall team excellence. He served for 15 years in the United States Navy, working in cryptology and intelligence to run operations throughout the country and the world.

Outside of his professional career, Velez is an avid supporter of veterans. He volunteers his time to Ft. Meade Alliance Foundation (FMAF) as the vice president of the board of directors and the vice president of the Maryland State Chapter of the U.S. Military Vets Non-Profit.