Ron McSwiney, Executive Director
Ron joined Youth Haven in May, 2002 as Director of Development and was named Executive Director in March, 2006. Prior to joining Youth Haven, Ron was Vice President of Financial Development of the YMCA of Naples. Ron practiced law for over 25 years in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. From 1993 to 2000 he was Managing Director of Carillon Capital, a business development and investment firm.

His community affiliations have been extensive. He is a graduate of Greater Naples Leadership (Class VII). He served as President, Association of Fund Raising Professionals (Naples Chapter); Chairman of the Board, ArtsDayton; Chairman of the Board, Wright State University Foundation; Director, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce; and a Trustee of the Arts Center Foundation.

Ron received a J. D. degree from the University Of Cincinnati College Of Law and an A.B. degree from Kenyon College.

Jamie Gregor, Director of Development & Marketing
Jamie joined Youth Haven in August, 1997 after moving to Naples from Michigan. During her 11 year tenure, her professional development has included aspects of human resources, special event planning, marketing, public relations, and other various development & fundraising activities. Jamie is currently serving as Youth Haven’s Director of Development & Marketing and is responsible for building relationships and cultivating awareness and gifts in support of Youth Haven’s mission, programs, activities, and new initiatives in addition to planning, developing, and leading the agency’s comprehensive marketing, public relations and fundraising programs. Jamie received her BS degree from Grand Valley State University and is currently pursuing her MBA from Hodges University.

Michael D’Amico, Director of Operations
Michael D’Amico has management responsibility for the development and implementation of new programs as well as daily management of existing residential and family enrichment programs, and operating systems to ensure the continued provision of high quality services to children and families.

Prior to joining Youth Haven, D’Amico served as the District Director for Catholic Charities of Collier County since 2006 and was the Director of Children’s Services for the David Lawrence Mental Health Center from 1996-2006. He has a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Maryland, a M.S. in Counseling and Rehabilitation from West Virginia University, and an Ed.D. in Counseling also from West Virginia University.