Management Staff

• Jeannine M. Peterson, MPA, is Chief Executive Officer of Hamilton.  She believes in Hamilton and its mission.  With over 25 years of experience in health care administration, including eight as a Deputy Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Peterson consistently displays her commitment to building an organization on the foundation of integrity, honesty, and equality.

• Gloria Martin-Payne is Chief Operating Officer.  She began her public health administration career in 1972, which includes serving as a former Bureau Director for the Pennsylvania Department of Health.  Mrs. Martin-Payne is a strong advocate for the underserved, demonstrated through her many years of community commitment. 

Board Members

• Valerie J. Payne, Board Chairperson has worked tirelessly to ensure the mission of  Hamilton is fulfilled and the organization remains financially sound.  She brings to her duties a background in accounting, finance and management.

• Reverend Earl L. Harris is pastor of St. Paul's Baptist Church in Harrisburg.  He has a background in law and finance and lends his experience and expertise in law and contracting to the board. 

• Elaine Torain, Board Member.  She brings a background in IT and computer-based training and  provides the board with her "cutting edge" expertise.

• Robert Little. MD provides medical expertise in assessing the vision and goals of the Center.  He has been an advocate and supporter of the Center since its early inception.

• Michael Harris brings a background in investment and financing to his board duties that involve reviewing budgets and financial plans.

• Nicol Crosson, MHR, is an HR manager of a Harrisburg-based nursing care facility and lends her expertise in all personnel matter.

• Brenda Jones, is a state government employee with over 25 years of experience in management.  She is new to the board and has proven adept at quickly learning the mission of the Center.

• Linda Cammack, works in education and is a member of the Board of Control for the Harrisburg School District.  A dedicated community servant, she helps monitor the Center's role and responsibility to the Community.