SHIM Leadership

James Guffey

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The smiling face and leader of our organization, Jim joined the SHIM team in 2006 as SHIM’s first Director of Development and Public Relations. Now the Executive Director, Jim is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all aspects of SHIM as well as working with the Board of Directors to facilitate the strategic direction of the organization. A graduate from Robert Morris University, Jim has 25 years of experience working for notable nonprofits, including the American Heart Association and United Way of Allegheny County (now United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania).

Courtney Macurak

Director of Programs

Responsible for the programmatic success of SHIM, Courtney ensures seamless team management and development, program delivery, quality control and evaluation. Dedicated to SHIM since an internship in 2002, Courtney is the organization’s Director of Programs. She has a masters degree in social work with a concentration in community organizing and social administration from the University of Pittsburgh.

Andrew Baram

Director of Finance and Administration

Andrew joined SHIM in 2023. He manages the development and execution of all projects related to finance, business planning and budgeting, human resources, IT, administration, and facilities. Andrew has 20+ years of corporate experience and received his Masters in Business Administration and Bachelor of Science degrees from Penn State.

Seth Dubin

Director of Development and Communications

Seth joined the SHIM team in 2016. He has the privilege of engaging with our generous supporters in the community, connecting them to the work we do and enabling them to fulfill their philanthropic aspirations.

Seth has more than a decade of fundraising experience in arts organizations, public TV, but his heart lies in human services. Seth has a bachelors degree in German and sociology from the University of Pittsburgh.

Meet SHIM’s Board

SHIM’s distinguished board of directors is comprised of leaders and professionals in the Pittsburgh area who dedicate their talents and expertise to serve the South Hills community. Their active commitment and contribution to our programs have strengthened outreach efforts and provided new opportunities for growth.

Pace Markowitz, Chair

Pace Setter Strategy

Alexandria Samuel, Vice Chair

PNC Bank

Linda Jones, Secretary

United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Jason Savarese, Treasurer

Alcoa, Inc.

Kim Amey

Carnegie Science Center

Dennis Astorino

DLA+ Architecture & Interior Design

Amela Burlovic

BNY Mellon

Renee DeMay

Ansys

James Frantz

TEDCO Construction

Jennifer George

Community Bank

Joanna Hughes

St Clair Hospital

Kathy Lipecky

Partner4Work

Jennifer Nanz

NOVA Chemical

Dr. Kiran Patil

Butler Health System

Jiwan Pradhan

Companion Care

Barbara Rosenberger

Event Planner/Consultant