Collaborative Partners
Executive Board Members
Hope has been dedicated to advocating for individuals facing mental illness, addiction, and homelessness throughout her life, turning challenges into meaningful change. Her work began in college, teaching art, dance, and drama to individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and alcoholism while also providing counseling. She later worked in Seattle with incarcerated men and those struggling with addiction before moving to Boston as a job developer for people with mental illness and substance use disorders. Her commitment is deeply personal. As the mother of a son with severe mental illness, she has navigated the system firsthand, gaining invaluable insight and deepening her passion for supporting those in need. In 2025, Hope was appointed to the Opioid Settlement Funds Review Committee in Montgomery County. She is also certified in Mental Health First Aid, equipping her to assist those in crisis with empathy and care.
Bob Salerno - Vice President
Bob has been a successful business owner and leader for many years. He serves as a supervisor for the Abington Police Department and has spent the past 24 years overseeing the Police Athletic League and Community Service Program. In recent years, he has also been actively involved with Angels in Motion, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with substance abuse.
Bob’s commitment to community service has been recognized through multiple honors. These include the Golden Heart Award, the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a Certificate of Recognition from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, and a Certificate of Commendation from Montgomery County for his work with Citizens That Care. He has also received recognition from the NAACP for his service and dedication to the development of young people in the community, particularly through the PAL program.
David Warner - Treasurer
Experienced Certified Public Accountant with a demonstrated history of providing professional advice and services to businesses and individuals in the accounting, consulting and tax industry. Skilled in Tax Minimization Strategies, Buy-Sell Negotiation, Estates and Trusts, Corporation, Partnership/LLC, Trusts and Individual Tax Preparation, Business Planning and Succession, and Accounting Related Services. Strong entrepreneurship professional with a Bachelor of Science focused in Accountancy from Villanova University.
Paul Smith - Advisor
Paul Smith is chairman of Calconix Inc. and continues in a consulting role. He founded the company in 1976 after a 10 year career in electronic packaging. The company remains under the guidance of his oldest son, Christopher Smith. He is married to Carol Anne Nye Smith for over 55 years.