Board of Directors

Cathy Battistelli – Chair

Retired, Deputy Chief Probation Officer, US District Court of New Hampshire

As part of her duties at the US District Court of NH, Cathy worked with victims, offenders and their families to assist them in finding employment, housing and various treatment programs to address substance misuse and mental health needs. She sees a deep need to work on the issues of employment, housing and addiction on a local level. Cathy joined the Board in 2019.

Jay Schumacher, Vice Chair

Director, Member Experience, MedOne Pharmacy Benefit Solutions

Jay joined the Board in early 2022,  and he brings with him his experience in the telecommunications, finance, hospitality, banking and insurance industries. In addition to working with CCEH, he has been volunteering with Granite United Way since 2016 and enjoys contributing additional time at the Friendly Kitchen and with other community events. Jay and his family reside in Concord.

Alex Panagiotakos, Treasurer

COO and Director of Real Estate and Asset Management, CATCH Neighborhood Housing

Alex joined CATCH in late 2013 with over 20 years of financial experience. She is highly committed to providing safe and affordable housing for everyone, and she loves talking about her work. She joined the Board in 2023.

Rob Kleiner, Secretary

Director of Operations, Northeast Delta Dental

Rob joined the Board in early 2021. Rob served on the board of directors for the Kimball Jenkins Estate and was a member of the Granite United Way Grant Review Team. He lives in Concord with his wife and their two amazing daughters.

Ben Folsom, Immediate Past Chair

Litigation Director, McLane Middleton, Professional Association

An attorney with McLane Middleton, P.A., Ben joined the Board in 2017. He has always done pro bono representation of low-income clients, immigrants and refugees. Ben lives with his family in Hopkinton.

Miles Whitener

Concord Food Co-op

Miles has worked in various fields over the years, including as a carpenter and most notably, long term, as an Optical Lab Tech for 22 years. After some unforeseen life events, Miles experienced homelessness in Concord, living out of a tent for two years. While experiencing homelessness, Miles became connected with CCEH as a client/guest. He currently volunteers at the Resource Center two or three times a week, and works in the Emergency Winter Shelter several nights a week. He hopes his lived experience and his connection with the homeless community brings an important perspective to the CCEH board, which he joined in early 2022.

Carol Sobelson

Retired, Capital Valley Counseling Associates, Inc.

Carol is a retired psychiatric social worker who practiced as a therapist for over 40 years. Outside her professional world, she has enjoyed service and leadership on several local non-profit boards: Riverbend CHMC; CATCH; Circle Program; National Association of Social Workers NH; and Temple Beth Jacob. Carol has led a team at the Friendly Kitchen for the past 15 years. She joined CCEH’s Board in early 2024.

Joanie McIntire

Associate Broker, Coldwell Banker J. Hampe Associates

Joanie has worked with Buyers and Sellers since 2008. In 2024, Joanie served as President of the NH Association of Realtors. She also enjoys serving as a trustee of the 5 Rivers Conservation Trust and as the Hospitality Chair at the Concord City Auditorium. She joined the Board in mid-2024. Joanie lives in Concord with her husband.

Johane Telgner

Regional Community Engagement Coordinator, NH Hunger Solutions

Johane is passionate in moving and utilizing food sources to support families and seniors in need. Johane is a board member for Riverbend Mental Health and Thrive Survivor Support Center  (fka The Crisis Center of Central NH). She has served on several boards throughout her career, and joined CCEH’s Board in mid-2024.

Greg Thesing, MD

Family Physician, Family Health Center at Concord Hospital

Greg joined the Board in early 2025. He is a family physician who has been practicing in Hillsboro and teaching family medicine residents at Concord Hospital since 1996. As a member of the Concord Hospital medical staff, he has participated in medical staff leadership as well as served on multiple committees. Greg also participates in community volunteerism through the Notre Dame Club of New Hampshire, St. Theresa’s parish in Henniker, and with Families in Transition food kitchen for many years. Greg feels particularly privileged to continue to work with visitors at CCEH’s Resource Center who are seeking acute medical care.