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BRASHEAR
BOARD 

The Brashear Board of Directors provides strategic vision and governance for the Association ensuring mission-driven programs and projects that build strong neighborhoods where everyone has a fair shot!  The Board meets quarterly and elects new board members on a rolling basis.  

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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David Serafini is PNC Community Development Banking’s Market Manager for the Pittsburgh, Erie, Central PA and Morgantown Markets, responsible for leading and influencing the team’s objectives, monitoring business results and metrics, and leading the team in bringing a full range of PNC’s products and services to the client. David is also responsible for managing an effective network of senior internal and external relationships, such as community and/or industry relationships, to actively acquire new clients and/or expand existing clients and enhance the client experience. David joined PNC Bank in April 2012 as an Asset Manager within the New Markets Tax Credit Investment Group prior to moving to the Community Development Banking group in August 2014. David began his banking career with Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania in 2003 where he worked in various capacities of the Commercial Real Estate Group including CRA Relationship Lending, Portfolio management, and lastly as a Relationship Manager in the Bank’s Distressed Commercial Real Estate Assets Division. Overall, David’s responsibilities included structuring and making loans that would conform to the Bank’s policies on CRA lending; monitoring the compliance of debtor fiscal reporting and loan covenant requirements; and, in the capacity as a workout specialist; restructuring of debt obligations and enforcement of loan obligations in protecting the Bank’s real estate collateral as well as managing forecasts of reserves and charge off recommendations to management. Prior to joining Citizens Bank, David was employed by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) of Pittsburgh where he was responsible for the facilitation of several neighborhood development housing initiatives involving various community development organizations through his management of the Agency’s non-profit Housing Development Corporation. In the early stages of his tenure at the URA, David was a project monitor in the Multi-family housing division with responsibilities that included developing and implementing an internal compliance monitoring system acceptable to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). David’s development of this monitoring system provided the URA with a convenient means to obtain household income information which was necessary to include and compliment the URA’s federal regulatory reporting requirements. David was also a lender in both the multi-family and single-family housing divisions which involved structuring complex multi-leveraged deals including affordable housing developments which utilized equity from the sale of Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credits. David has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Robert Morris University and a Masters of Business Administration from Point Park University.

David Serafini

President

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TBA

2nd Vice President

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Elaine Evosevic-Lozada

Board Member

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Rick Hopkinson

Immediate Past President

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Suzy Waldo is a library services manager at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, with a proven track record of leadership, innovation, and community engagement. With over two decades of experience across nonprofits and libraries, Suzy has established herself as a trusted expert known for her empathy, collaborative approach, and results-driven mindset. Suzy holds a bachelor’s degree in writing, a master’s degree in library and information science and has consistently demonstrated a commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning. Throughout her career, she has taken on key roles that have influenced organizational development, streamlined operations, and fostered inclusive team cultures. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Suzy is an active member of the Pittsburgh community, involved in various civic and nonprofit initiatives that support local development and social impact. She is passionate about community engagement and brings that same passion into every project she undertakes. Suzy is proud to be a member of the Brashear Association Board and looks forward to contributing her time and energy to the organization.

TBA

Secretary

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Jason Griffin

Board Member

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Alin McIver

1st Vice President

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Daniel joined the Brashear Board in 2022. Daniel has been in the investment and financial services industry for almost 30 years. Currently, Daniel serves as the president for Fragasso Financial Advisors. In this role, Daniel oversees the development and implementation of the firm’s strategic direction across each department. As chair of the Investment Committee, he has executive oversight of the portfolio management department and is involved in various aspects of the decision making and strategic perspectives related to investment portfolios. He earned his bachelor’s degree and his M.B.A. from Duquesne University. Daniel is also a Certified Financial Planner. Daniel is passionate about giving back to the community, serving on various nonprofit boards including the Veterans Leadership Program of Western PA and the Pittsburgh Stock and Bond Association. He is passionate about the success of the city’s neighborhoods and believes that many nonprofits can make a difference in the lives of our valued residents. Brashear exemplifies the good work that is needed for success. Daniel is a native of the City of Pittsburgh, Beechview, neighborhood. Daniel currently resides in the city’s South Side neighborhood with his wife, Samantha.

Daniel Dingus

Treasurer

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Kathleen Lindholm

Board Member

I moved to Pittsburgh in 1999 after spending a few years in Boston. For almost all of my time in Pittsburgh I've lived in the Slopes near St. Paul of the Cross Monastery. Currently I share my house with two cats (Sonny and Minuit) and one dog (Agatha Christie or Aggie for short). Professionally, I work for UPMC in a non-clinical role. I love my neighborhood and I'm looking forward to becoming a more involved member of the community through the Brashear Association.

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Sean Thomas

Board Member

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Beverly Wilkes, Jr.

Board Member

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I enjoy spending time with my family and participating in community activities.

Ty Yates

Board Member

JOIN OUR BOARD 

Members of The Brashear Association’s Board of Directors serve as strategic partners to the Executive Director, providing governance, insight, advocacy, and accountability to ensure the organization remains firmly grounded in its mission while advancing its strategic priorities. Board members play a vital role in strengthening Brashear’s impact, expanding its reach, and helping position the organization for long-term sustainability and growth.

Board development is an ongoing priority, and recruitment will continue on a rolling basis as the Association seeks to fill three additional Board seats with individuals who bring diverse perspectives, professional expertise, community connections, and a shared commitment to Brashear’s mission.

 

This is an especially important moment in the Association’s history. Two transformational initiatives—the CAPS project and the Hilltop Community Market—will require strong Board leadership, active engagement, advocacy, and support. In recognition of these opportunities, and to support the successful integration of new Board members, the Board has agreed to meet every other month through the remainder of the fiscal year. This enhanced meeting schedule is intended to strengthen communication, deepen engagement, and maintain momentum around the organization’s most significant priorities.

 

Board meetings are typically held in person in the conference room at the Brashear CARES Center, with a hybrid participation option available. The Board currently operates through three standing committees: Executive and Governance, Finance and Audit, and Nominating. Fundraising committees are established on an ad hoc basis and convene as needed to support specific initiatives and organizational goals.

 

Individuals interested in Board service are invited to submit a completed application, a letter of intent, a résumé or curriculum vitae, and two professional or community references. The letter of intent should describe the candidate’s interest in serving on The Brashear Association’s Board of Directors and highlight relevant experience, including service on boards, committees, work groups, or community initiatives; volunteer involvement; professional or civic memberships; and work with nonprofit or community-based organizations.

Board service at Brashear is an opportunity to help shape the future of a trusted community institution, advance meaningful initiatives, and contribute leadership that creates lasting impact for individuals and families throughout the Hilltop communities.

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OUR LOCATIONS

Brashear CARES Community Center
320 Brownsville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Telephone: (412) 431-2236

Brashear CARES Food Pantry
320 Brownsville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Telephone: (412) 431-2236

Brashear's Neighborhood Employment Center

(NEC)
730 E. Warrington Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Telephone: (412) 390-3588

Fax: (412) 390-3585

MAIN PHONE

412-431-2236

MAIN FAX

412-431-5611

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