Meet Our Board and Members
Board of Directors
Keith Burress President
Keith stumbled into the most challenging and rewarding opportunity for growth by joining Orion’s board in 2014.
Keith Burress President
Keith stumbled into the most challenging and rewarding opportunity for growth by joining Orion’s board in 2014. He found a passionate organization with deep community roots that matched the community awareness that he was taught as a child. Philadelphia born and bred (thoroughly celebrated the Eagles Super Bowl victory) he has worked for over 20 years at Family Service of Chester County as a Medical Case Manager providing services to those infected/affected by HIV in Chester County.
Keith graduated from Hahnemann University/Drexel University with a B.A. in Psychology and is a certified mediator. He is a past board member of The Philadelphia AIDS Consortium and the African American Health and Wellness Fair and currently a member of The Community Coalition, H.U.B. of Hope, and the Council on Affordable Housing. For fun and relaxation his love of music and sports are only surpassed by the joy of his family.
Ellen Scott Vice President
Ellen is special counsel in the Berwyn office of Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders, LLP. She has retired from her prior practice in the firm’s Health Sciences Department.
Ellen Scott Member
Ellen is special counsel in the Berwyn office of Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders, LLP. She has retired from her prior practice in the firm’s Health Sciences Department, in which she represented manufacturers and marketers of prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceuticals and medical devices in defense of complex mass torts, product liability, and consumer fraud litigation. She now works solely on pro bono matters, including the representation of the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and homeless advocacy work. Ellen is also a Fellow of the Pepper Center for Public Service. She has a BA in political science, a master’s in secondary education and a law degree.
Kevin Coleman Treasurer
Mr. Coleman is Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer at AMETEK, Inc., headquartered in Berwyn, PA.
Kevin Coleman Treasurer
Mr. Coleman is Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer at AMETEK, Inc., a publicly traded, global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices headquartered in Berwyn, PA. He has extensive financial, treasury, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic development experience. Prior to taking on his current role in 2011, Mr. Coleman was Director, Corporate Development at AMETEK from 2006. Prior to AMETEK, he was Director, Corporate Strategy and Development at Unisys Corp. and Vice President, Investment at Osage Industries, a private equity firm. He received an MBA in Finance from Villanova University and a B.S. in Accounting from Villanova University.
Mr. Coleman is a native of Scranton, PA and currently resides in Phoenixville with his two teenage boys.
Lynn Seay Board Secretary
Lynn Seay graduated from Henderson High School, attended Delaware County Community College, and served four (4) years in the U.S. Air Force.
Lynn Seay Board Secretary
Lynn Seay is a native Chester Countian who graduated from Henderson High School in West Chester, attended Delaware County Community College, and served four (4) years in the U.S. Air Force as an X-ray technician.
As a professional with 50 years of working experience, she has experience in the following areas: banking, hospital cardiac catheterization lab, Paralegal, and as the Administrative and Development Coordinator for the last ten years at a non-profit serving elders in a large retirement community.
As a person who wants to contribute to her community, Lynn has been a longtime volunteer at the Chester County Domestic Violence Center, and at Orion Communities.
Lynn resides in Phoenixville and has two grown children living locally and five grandchildren.
Ken George Past President
Ken has been Orion’s go to guy for many years and it is due to his generous nature and incredible variety of life experiences.
Ken George Past President
Ken has been Orion’s go to guy for many years and it is due to his generous nature and incredible variety of life experiences. It culminated during his final working years as the lay executive in charge of immigration services, refugee resettlement, and domestic disaster relief for American Baptist Churches USA. But that just scratches the surface.
A veteran of the United States Air Force, Ken has worked in public service that led him to be the Director of City Development for Schenectady, NY. He is also a theater enthusiast and enjoys both attending live performances as well as being on stage… a personal favorite was playing Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof.
Orion has benefited greatly from Ken’s leadership, broad experiences and sense of humor in serving our mission for those in need.
Members
Kara Bielli Member
Kara is a faculty and administrator at Villa Maria Academy High School. She has a B.A. in English and a law degree.
Kara Bielli Member
Kara is the Director of Service and Social Justice at Villa Maria Academy High School. She has a B.A. in English and a law degree. For six years she practiced law before transitioning to a career in education and service. She volunteers in diversity programs and lunch programs for underserved children.
A friend introduced Kara to Orion and before she knew it she was on the Board and swept up in typical Orion activities such as chairing a committee and decorating the front window with her daughter and a friend. While camping may not her favorite thing, she does enjoy taking a group of high school students to explore the wilderness each summer.
Janet Gervais Member
Janet Gervais has worked as a research scientist for local pharmaceutical and Bio Tech companies and has planned social events for corporations.
Janet Gervais Board Member
Janet Gervais has worked as a research scientist for local pharmaceutical and Bio Tech companies and has planned social events for corporations. These events varied from Departmental Picnics, Employee and family appreciation days, Bring your Kids to Work Day, organizing volunteers to help at Habitat for Humanity, Ronald McDonald House, Laurel House (food, gift cards), Toys for Tots and more.
Janet also serves on the Board of Wings for Success, VP Wings for Success (2019-present) a non-profit organization that provides apparel, advice and advocacy to deserving women in the community. Janet attended University of Technology, Jamaica (Diploma in Medical Technology) as well as Cabrini College where she earned a BS in Biology and MS in Organizational Leadership.
Janet now serves on the Cabrini University Alumni Board (2020- present) working to bring equality and improve the school’s involvement in the student community and create more alumni engagement.
Theresa Thornton Member
Theresa Thornton is a Phoenixville native and business owner. She and her family have been active in the community since 1955.
Theresa Thornton Member
Theresa Thornton is a Phoenixville native and business owner. She and her family have been active in the community since 1955. Her business, Miss Kitty’s Care, encourages good mental and spiritual health of family caregivers and other caregivers.
Theresa is co-founder and President of Black Light Projects. Additionally, she partners and volunteers with several other local community initiatives.
Theresa has a BA in Political Science from Yale University. She serves on the boards of the Phoenixville Community Health Foundation, and is a Board Emeritus member of Phoenixville Area Positive Alternatives.
Linh Nguyen Member
Linh Nguyen is a graduate of Temple University, Fox School of Business. She currently is a HR Business Partner for SEI located in Oaks, PA.
Linh Nguyen Member
Linh Nguyen was formerly a Senior HR Business Partner for SEI, located in Oaks, PA, and worked for their US and UK locations. Currently, she is a Marketing Director who continues to link her professional passions of workplace experience and marketing. Linh believes she can extend her work ethic to Orion by having a “people first” mindset. Linh was a former resident of Phoenixville and fell in love with Orion’s mission and the family-oriented community of Phoenixville.
Her interests include kickboxing, travelling, craft beer and international cuisines.
Chris Morris Member
Chris worked for 33 years in the Industrial Marketplace. The last position he held was Vice President of Sales for a large International manufacturing company.
Chris Morris Member
Chris worked for 33 years in the Industrial Marketplace. The last position he held was Vice President of Sales for a large International manufacturing company. Chris currently volunteers in Orion’s STARS program and participates in the technology team. He holds a BSME from the Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Portland. Chris and his family have lived in the Phoenixville area since 1996.
Chris enjoys spending time with his family and friends. His hobbies include playing pickleball and taking yoga classes at the Phoenixville YMCA. Chris and his family also enjoy hiking in our national parks, skiing, and spending time in the Pacific Northwest.
Chris is looking forward to helping Orion Communities reach their strategic goals by deploying appropriate technology as they continue servicing their increasing caseload.
Greg Smith Member
Greg is a retired Social Worker with 30+ year of experience helping others in need.
Greg Smith Member
Greg is a retired Social Worker with 30+ year of experience helping others in need.
After graduating from Phoenixville High School and Montgomery County Community College (where he was bestowed the 1986 Achievement Award), Greg graduated from West Chester University with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work.
He is one of the oldest known survivors of the rare, genetic bone disorder Osteogenisis Imperfecta, sustaining hundreds of broken bones from childhood until adolescence.
Born and raised in beautiful Phoenixville, Greg is loving life with his gorgeous wife Holly, and their two adorable dogs, Bud and Katie. Greg's upcoming memoir, titled "An Unbreakable Spirit," will be published this year. It's a true story of hope, humor and honesty, wheeling through life with brittle bones.
For fun, Greg is a true Philadelphia sports fan (through the good and the bad times, mostly bad), and an avid listener to music. When able he likes to attend ballgames and concerts. He plays a mean game of Words with Friends.
James Sacchetta Member
Born in Philadelphia James spent his entire life in the Philadelphia area and the surrounding suburbs.
James Sachetta Member
Born in Philadelphia James spent his entire life in the Philadelphia area and the surrounding suburbs. He graduated from Villanova University in 1982 with a degree in accounting and obtained his CPA license.
His entire business career has been in the realm of tax and finance, with an emphasis on small businesses and individuals. James has worked in the corporate world, mostly in the role of Chief Financial Officer and cofounded several businesses and used his accounting background to help not only run the company’s financial departments but also has been involved in the daily operations.
Over the years he has volunteered for several organizations, sat on many boards and Chaired a Board. In addition to Orion, he currently sits on two other nonprofits boards which serve the Chester County Community.
James considers his family as his biggest accomplishment and focus in his life. He and his wife have been married for 37 years, have five adult children, and eleven grandchildren.
Jennifer Heller Member
Jennifer Heller is a graduate of Rider University with a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Business Administration.
Jennifer Heller Member
Jennifer Heller is a graduate of Rider University with a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Business Administration. She has worked in the plastic manufacturing space for 18 years leading teams in new product development, marketing and sales. Currently, Jennifer is the Vice President of Product Marketing at WNA, a Novolex Brand.
Jennifer has a heart for serving her community through Victory Church, local charities and now with Orion. She enjoys bringing people together, event planning and fundraising. Jennifer is also an avid golfer at Rivercrest Golf Club & Preserve where she serves on the Ladies Golf Association Committee.
Art Munson Emeritus
Art has worked and volunteered with non-profit organizations across the USA for over 50 years!
Art Munson Emeritus
Art has worked and volunteered with non-profit organizations across the USA for over 50 years! Art joined Orionʼs Board in December 2014, serving as Treasurer but he's equally known in the office for his sense of humor and baking snicker doodles. Art's distinct perspective as an engineer and organization leader has been essential to rebuilding Orion into the successful organization that now serves the needs of so many people.
He and his wife Jean love to travel by car, especially in Olive, the family Miata.
Larry Way Emeritus
Larry worked as an accountant for three years, and after achieving his CPA designation, began a 35-year career with a diversified manufacturing company in the areas of finance and general management.
Larry Way Emeritus
Board member Larry Way worked as an accountant for three years for a large auditing firm, and after achieving his CPA designation, Larry began a 35-year career with a diversified manufacturing company in the areas of finance and general management. For the last 13 years he has been a member of the Board of Directors of a regional bank and chairs its Audit Committee.
Larry graduated from Rutgers University and Mount St. Mary's College. He teaches ESL to members of the Phoenixville Spanish-speaking community and is a regular platelet donor.
Larry enjoys spending time with his family, and his hobbies include exercise, particularly swimming and hand cycling, as well as travel and reading.
Glenn Moses Emeritus
Glenn started his relationship with Orion back in 1991 when Orion helped him get his first job as part of a program to help people with disabilities secure employment.
Glenn Moses Emeritus
Glenn started his relationship with Orion back in 1991 when Orion helped him get his first job as part of a program to help people with disabilities secure employment. Glenn explains things were different back then, he didn’t start school until he was 11 years old because the schools didn’t know how to support a student in a wheelchair.
Many things have changed since then. Glenn has a powered ’all terrain’ wheelchair that allows him to go participate in virtually any activity including two of his favorites - camping and attending outdoor concerts. One of his favorite trips was to scenic Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Glenn has been on Orion’s Board for over 10 years and can be found volunteering at the front desk on Thursdays and Fridays.