*Original publication date: July 27, 2026*

On Monday, May 11, YWCA Cortland’s Board of Directors held its 2025 Annual Meeting of the Membership, during which we welcomed several new Board members and honored those whose terms ended. Click to view the current list of Board members.

Please join us in welcoming the following new Board members who will each serve three (3) year terms:

Keisha Chase is employed with the Town of Cortlandville and is also a small business owner. She holds an Associate’s degree from Herkimer Community College. Keisha has a strong connection to the YWCA through her children, who currently attend the Here We Grow daycare center and have participated in swim lessons and gymnastics. She is interested in joining the Board of Directors to give back to the community and to deepen her understanding of the many ways individuals and families engage with and benefit from YWCA programs.

Kaitlyn Gordon is the Assistant Branch Manager at Tompkins Trust Company. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in History and Communication from SUNY Cortland. Kaitlyn has a lifelong connection to the YWCA, having participated in programs growing up. Her daughter now attends swimming and gymnastics classes, as well as the before and after school programs. She is interested in joining the Board of Directors to become more involved in her community and to find her place within the YWCA community. Kaitlyn is also a graduate of Leadership Cortland.

Krista Natale is a Cortland Experience Instructor at SUNY Cortland. She holds a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Stony Brook University. Krista has a long-standing connection to the YWCA. She participated in after school and summer camp programs, took dance classes, and was later employed in the summer recreation program. She is interested in joining the Board of Directors as a way to give back to her community and continue building meaningful relationships. Krista brings extensive marketing experience and is an active volunteer in the community.

Kori Post serves as the Comptroller at Tompkins Cortland Community College. She is completing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in nonprofit leadership from Empire State University. Kori has a long-standing connection to the YWCA. Her daughter participated in gymnastics and swimming lessons, and she has remained engaged with the organization over the years. She is interested in joining the Board of Directors because she believes deeply in the YWCA’s mission. Through her background in finance and leadership across the public and nonprofit sectors, she has seen how thoughtful governance, fiscal stewardship, and strong community partnerships can advance equity and long-term organizational sustainability. Kori is eager to contribute both her professional expertise and her passion for community-centered leadership to help the YWCA continue to thrive and expand its impact.

Patty Schaap serves as the Director of Community Services for the Cortland County Mental Health Department, where she leads local service planning across mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities. She holds a Master’s in Social Work from Syracuse University. Patty has been a long-time supporter of the YWCA. Her children participated in the YWCA’s before and after school program, and her daughter attends the annual Girls Day Out event. She is interested in joining the Board of Directors to further advance the mission of the YWCA and contribute to meaningful, positive change within the Cortland community.

Unfortunately, the terms of the Board members listed below came to an end at the Annual Meeting. We thank them for the time they dedicated to our organization and hope they will stay involved with YWCA Cortland in other roles!

Kristina Marty: On behalf of YWCA Cortland, we are honored to recognize and thank Kristina Marty for her outstanding service and dedication to our Board of Directors as she completes two consecutive three-year terms of service.

Throughout her six years on board, Kristina has given generously of her time, talent, and leadership. She has served in numerous important capacities, including Chair of the Executive Committee as Board President and as a valued member of the Board of Trustees. In each role, she brought thoughtful guidance, professionalism, and a deep commitment to the mission of YWCA Cortland.

Kristina has been a steady and trusted leader whose presence has helped guide the organization through both opportunities and challenges. She consistently approached board service with wisdom, integrity, and a calm, solutions-focused perspective that strengthened decision-making and governance.

Beyond her formal leadership roles, Kristina has been an incredible source of support to staff and leadership alike. She has always been willing to listen, offer encouragement, and step in wherever needed. Her dedication has extended well beyond meetings, as she has remained an active and dependable volunteer whenever help was needed.

Kristina’s generosity, loyalty, and commitment to this organization have made a lasting impact. Her service has helped strengthen YWCA Cortland and advance our mission in meaningful ways.

We are deeply grateful for Kristina’s years of service and the many contributions she has made.

Thank you, Kristina, for all you have given to YWCA Cortland.

 

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