Leadership

Desiree came to NAMI York-Adams Counties PA in January 2020 overseeing all operations of the organization. Desiree has been working in non-profit since 2003 and brings with her over 20 years of experience in advancement, executive leadership, marketing, grant writing, and event planning. Prior to working in the non-profit sector, Desiree graduated from York County Vo-Tech with a drafting degree and went on to earn her engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State.

Desiree’s personal experience with mental illness began after several life experiences in adulthood. “I didn’t recognize it as mental illness and struggled for several years before I was able to get the help I needed.” Desiree wants to share her experience and the programs and services of NAMI York Adams Counties PA so others don’t have to live in silence.