Our Team
We believe that we are stronger together, leveraging our time and resources for the good of our community.
Meet Our Staff
Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh consists of more than 15 dedicated staff with professional backgrounds spanning from construction management to community development. Leveraging their collective expertise, our team works together to advance safe and healthy housing initiatives in Allegheny County, while maximizing all available benefits for homeowners and their neighborhoods.
Working alongside RTP’s passionate team are our volunteers, neighborhood partners, and trusted contractors – each of whom play an essential role in bringing life-enhancing benefits to homeowners across Allegheny County.
Senior Staff

Travis Renville
Chief Executive Officer
Travis was introduced to Rebuilding Together in New Orleans as an AmeriCorps volunteer in 2012. After his tenure with AmeriCorps, Travis relocated to Miami and joined Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade (RTMD) as a project manager…

Jennifer Fox
Director of HR and Finance Administration
Jen Fox brings more than 20 years of non-profit experience to Rebuilding Together…

Lydia Kramer
Director of Utilities
Lydia completed her undergraduate degree at Michigan State University, where she studied Natural Resource Management…

Evan Varrato
Director of Construction
Evan has been associated with RTP since 2012, initially serving as a volunteer. He has been involved in residential construction and project management since 2007…

Ashley Snow
Development Director
Ashley has over ten years of experience in the nonprofit sector spanning resource development, direct service, and advocacy…
Staff

Jarmele Fairclaugh
Utility Program Administrator
Jarmele has more than 18 years of experience working to improve the lives of residents throughout the City of Pittsburgh…

Lisa Fitchwell
Operations and Communications Coordinator
Lisa is a Pittsburgh native who in the past 5 years has become a dedicated non-profit volunteer…

Gabby Garcia
Client Relations Specialist
Originally from Western PA, Gabby is excited to be back in the Pittsburgh area. Gabby has been part of…

Anika Hatcher
Project Associate
Anika was born in Pittsburgh, PA and was raised in West Mifflin, PA. Upon graduating high school, Anika joined Springboard Kitchen…

Darnell Jackson
Project Manager
Darnell Jackson is an accomplished analyst with a proven track record in problem-solving, process automation, and innovation…

Blair Kossis
Sr. Project Manager
Blair, a native Pittsburgher, joined RTP in 2017 as the Manager of the Rehab 4 Resale Program…


Stevie Manley
Client Relations Specialist
Originally from Norfolk, Virginia, Stevie moved to Pittsburgh and joined the RTP team shortly after finishing two AmeriCorps terms…

Mel McWilliams
Manager of Construction and Volunteer Operations
Mel is a Berkeley California native who settled in Pittsburgh in 2009. After a long career in business management…

Laura Peckyno
Development Manager
Laura Peckyno (she/her) is a nonprofit professional with over a decade of experience in resource development, communications…

Scott Peterson
Project Manager
Scott has been working with RTP since 2023 and is thrilled to be using his home renovating knowledge to help underserved communities. He has been involved in


Ryan Warfel
Energy Audit and Assessment Coordinator
Ryan Warfel served with RTP as an Americorps member in 2015 where he developed a passion for non-profit work…

Volunteer with Us!
Volunteers play a significant role in RTP’s home repair work. Amplify our neighbors’ understanding that the work and services they receive come directly from those in their own community.
Special thanks to our partners
Through their support and collaboration, we are capable of providing and facilitating comprehensive care to low-income homeowners and their families.