Dave Seeley serves as the Executive Director of RochesterWorks, the region’s most comprehensive workforce development organization. In this capacity, he leads the Monroe County/Rochester Workforce Development Board and oversees the operation of three federally funded one-stop career centers. Since joining RochesterWorks in 2021, he has worked to magnify the organization’s role as a convener of the local workforce system, instituted a more robust community engagement strategy and has spearheaded new initiatives to connect historically marginalized populations with career pathways.

Dave also serves as the Co-Chair of the Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council’s Workforce & Talent Workgroup, and Co-Chair of the Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty Initiative’s Employment Working group. Prior to coming to RochesterWorks, Dave served in various government roles, including working in the Governor’s Office, the NYS Assembly, and most recently, the elected Town Supervisor of his hometown, Irondequoit from 2016 to 2021.

As an affected family member, after the loss of her son Patrick to an overdose, Ginny brings a strong belief in prevention strategies for youth at the earliest stages. As a founding member of Uplift Irondequoit, she has been thrilled to be part of the initial formation of the group and to have been part of the process for receiving funding with a federal and state grant. Ginny brings nearly 30 years of running a business and a number of experiences as a board member in leadership positions. She currently serves as the Treasurer of the Board.

Mayra Rodriguez Beltran is a physician assistant with over 10 years of experience specializing in family medicine and addiction medicine. She is a 2010 graduate from Rochester Institute of Technology physician assistant program. Currently holds employment at both Huther Doyle and Rochester Regional Health: Clinton Family Health Center. Her career interest is to continue to educate primary care providers on how to recognize and adequately treat substance use disorders in the primary care setting. She became interested in Uplift Irondequoit because she wanted to get involved with the community to help develop programs to encourage our youth to make safe decisions related to their health and have an impact in breaking the cycle of addiction within family units. Mayra was born in Puerto Rico and her family moved to the Rochester area in 2000. She has been an Irondequoit resident since 2016. She enjoys spending time with family.

Ann Cunningham is a longtime resident of Irondequoit, NY. She holds a BS in Speech and Language Pathology from Ithaca College and an MS in Audiology from Syracuse University. She worked as an Audiologist with the Rochester Hearing and Speech Center for 11 years, specializing in diagnostics, hearing aid fittings and aural rehabilitation with older adults. After spending time at home raising two daughters, Ann worked in the Audiology department of Monroe #1 BOCES, supporting children in their school settings in the Rochester area. Ann is currently the Executive Director of Oasis Rochester, a non-profit organization which provides opportunities in lifelong learning, health, wellness and community engagement for older adults. She is a committed community volunteer, which has included service on the board of Sunset House, the Executive Committee of the West Irondequoit PTSA and the West Irondequoit Central School District’s Board of Education.

James is a sole practitioner, practicing in Rochester, New York, whose general practice includes an extensive amount of cases in Family Court, both as Attorney For the Child and as counsel to adult parties, together with criminal cases at the misdemeanor and felony level in all courts, as well as appeals. He is a 1976 graduate of Gettysburg College and a 1980 graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law.

Rich Turner joined the Uplift Irondequoit Board of Directors in the fall of 2024 after attending the CADCA Summer Conference with his daughter, who is involved with the organization through student government at Eastridge High School.

Rich is Irondequoit born and raised, graduating from Eastridge before attending St. John Fisher University.  After college, Rich worked in local media for 10 years, then went into government for more than a dozen years with the last several being in workforce development. Rich currently works as the Director of Workforce Development at the Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association.

Rich also serves as on the Board of Commissioners for the Irondequoit Fire District and is a Past President of the Laurelton Volunteer Fire Association. He is also the in-game announcer for Eastridge Athletics and resides in the Laurelton Neighborhood of East Irondequoit.

Jen is a community-driven leader with decades of progressive experience in high-profile, not-for-profit roles across the Greater Rochester area.  She is passionate about contemporary issues in community engagement; social justice; diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; as well as addressing the social determinants of health underpinning a thriving community.

In October 2022, Jen joined Delphi Rise as the President and CEO. In this capacity, she oversees a 5 million dollar behavioral health organization that serves both Monroe and Wayne Counties. Delphi Rise offers a continuum of support for people struggling with substance use addiction and homelessness, including outpatient treatment, 24/7 Open Access, housing services, and an on-site, peer-led food pantry. In addition, Delphi offers wraparound Prison Reentry as well as  Health Homes Care Management services.

Before coming to Delphi Rise, Jen was the Chief Impact Officer for the United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Jen led the Community Impact Team and the volunteer Community Impact Cabinet, and was responsible for implementation of the organization’s strategic community investment plan including community investments, community partnerships, and program grants of more than $14 million across six counties

Prior to United Way, Jen served as the Executive Director of the Hillside Children’s Center’s Monroe Region where she supported children and families for two decades in a variety of direct care and administrative roles. She is a Licensed Master Social Worker, and began her career with Child Protective Services. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Arizona State University, and degrees in English and Spanish from SUNY Geneseo. 

Jen serves in a volunteer capacity as Board Chair for The Children’s Agenda.

Shane Metcalfe has deep roots in the Irondequoit community, having grown up in East Irondequoit and graduated from Eastridge High School. He earned an Associate Degree from SUNY Monroe Community College before completing both his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Public Administration with a concentration in Executive Leadership from Columbia Southern University.

Shane currently serves as the Fire Chief of the Irondequoit Fire District, where he leads 77 firefighters and officers dedicated to protecting and serving the residents of Irondequoit. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to public service, leadership, and investing in the future of the community.

His passion for Uplift Irondequoit is rooted in his own experience as a teenager. As a member of the Ridge Culver Fire Department Explorer Post, Shane was fortunate to receive mentorship, leadership development, and guidance that inspired him to pursue a career in the fire service. Those experiences ultimately led him to become a career firefighter, officer, and eventually Fire Chief. He views his service with Uplift Irondequoit as an opportunity to give back by helping provide today's youth with the same encouragement, mentorship, and opportunities that helped shape his own future.

Shane is honored to serve as a volunteer member of the Uplift Irondequoit Board of Directors and looks forward to working alongside fellow board members, volunteers, and community partners to strengthen opportunities for the youth of Irondequoit and help guide the future of the community.

Shane and his wife, Maggie, are proud parents to their two daughters, Evelyn and Charlie. As both a public servant and a father, he is passionate about helping create a community where every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

A Syracuse, New York, native, Michelle earned her undergraduate degree from SUNY Brockport and her graduate degree from the University of Rochester. She has built her career and life in the Rochester area and has proudly called Irondequoit home since 2017.

Michelle has more than 18 years of experience with the New York State Unified Court System’s problem-solving courts and currently serves as Supervising Coordinator of Drug Treatment Court, Mental Health Court, SAFE (Human Trafficking Intervention) Court, and Overdose Intervention Court. She works closely with the judiciary, treatment providers, law enforcement, and community organizations to improve outcomes for justice-involved individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. She also serves on the Monroe County Overdose Fatality Review Board, collaborating with multidisciplinary partners to strengthen overdose prevention and community response efforts.

Michelle is proud to serve her community and is committed to making a positive difference through her work and service.

Carol Watt is a long term resident of Irondequoit. She has been married 44 years to Robert and has a daughter, Jamie. She has a diverse work history, graduating with a degree in practical nursing and worked as an LPN for 8 years. She also owned a tool and die shop for 10 years and worked with her aunt in custom decorating for 10 years.

During Jamie’s school years, Carol was active in East Irondequoit PTA, PTSA and site base teams in each school. She participated in Foundation for Youth in Irondequoit for 2 years. And was elected to the East Irondequoit board of education in 1999, serving as Vice President and President for several years and recently retiring this past June.

Carol believes that contributing to the community, particularly our youth, makes our town stronger.