Leadership

Jonathan Bicknell is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for New Story. He joined the company in 2021 as the company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and his experience spans 25+ years across consulting, financial and healthcare sectors. He brings a deep bench of expertise to the company having spent the last decade working with private equity owned portfolio companies and as part of executive management teams. Most notably, he was the CFO of Versant Health Inc., a billion-dollar vision insurance company, served as CFO for inVentiv Health (now Syneos Health), and as an Assurance Partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers. He received an undergraduate degree from Middlebury College and a graduate degree and an MBA from Northeastern University. Jon is focused on the company's operational agility and ensuring New Story helps children and young adult with serious and complex challenges live a good life.

 

"Our New Story Schools model has proven results and our teachers, clinicians, therapists, and support teams are among the industry’s best. I am proud of the work we do every day on behalf of children, young adults and their families and I’m committed to growing our business so that we can positivity impact the lives of even more children and young adults.”

Jonathan Bicknell

CEO

Dana Monroe, D.Ed., NCC, LCP, serves as the Chief Operational Excellence Officer for New Story. She joined the company in 1999 in Behavioral Health and has held a variety of management positions within the company. Dana has more than 25 years of clinical and educational experience and has been instrumental in opening new schools and clinics within the New Story family of schools throughout her career. She received her BA in Psychology from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, her MA in Counseling and School Guidance from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, and her D.Ed. in Education and Curriculum Instruction from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2009. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Dana is currently pursuing an Executive Leadership certificate from Carnegie Mellon.

"My passion is to create a culture and climate of personal and professional growth so that we can provide the best quality service to our students and their families. I am grateful to be working with so many dedicated and amazing professionals everyday within our organization."

Dana Monroe

COEO

Matthew Vitale joined the company in July 2021 as its Chief Accounting Officer for New Story Management. Matt has over 15 years of accounting and finance experience in both the public and private sectors. Recently, he was Corporate Controller at North American Partners in Anesthesia, one of the nation’s leading single-specialty anesthesia and pain management companies, overseeing all aspects of accounting including systems and acquisition integration. Prior to NAPA, Matt was at Northwell Health, New York state’s largest healthcare provider. Matt is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of New York.

“I love being a part of this amazing organization and the positive impact it brings our communities. At the end of each day, I know our hard work and dedication has made the world better than when the day began.

Matthew Vitale

CAO

Amie Carter joined New Story Schools as Chief Information Officer in 2021. Amie is responsible for overseeing the Information Technology Department and the Project Management Office (PMO) of New Story. Before joining our company, Amie worked for Optum Technology, a United Health Group (“UHG”) company, leading IT operations and strategy, responsible for large scale national technology implementations. Before Optum, Amie was at MedExpress, one of the largest National Urgent Care providers, where she led the IT department and PMO.  Prior to that, Amie was at UMPC serving as the CIO of their Behavioral Health Hospital, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. Amie holds a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in Healthcare and IT Administration from the University of Pittsburgh and is a Certified Project Management Professional.

“I know information is powerful and critical to the work we do. I am excited to head up the team that continues to provide technology innovations to support our students growth, and puts crucial information at our fingertips.”

Amie Carter

CIO

Kevin Drennan is the Vice President of Finance for New Story Schools. As Vice President of Finance, his duties include financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, merger and acquisitions, banking and investor relations, and facilitating the company’s efforts to achieve financial growth objectives.

Kevin has more than 10 years of financial analysis experience, which he obtained through working for major companies including Northrop Grumman, Stanley Black & Decker and Bridgestone, among others. He earned his bachelor’s degree in economics at the University of Delaware in 2005 and obtained a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Baltimore in 2009.

“I enjoy knowing that the support we provide in the management office is helping our staff improve the lives of our students.”

Kevin Drennan

VP of Finance

Pat is Vice President of Real Estate and Facilities and has been with New Story since 2020. Prior to New Story, Pat was with Koch Industries and Laureate Education. At Koch, he led their real estate portfolio management function as well as helped launch their first generation outsource for real estate and facility services. For Laureate, he led global real estate where he directed all aspects of real estate operations: site selection, transaction management, design, construction, facilities management, acquisition diligence, capital planning and budgeting. Pat leads New Story’s real estate, design, construction, and facility management functions.

“I believe thoroughly that children deserve the best care we can give, and a big part of that is giving them a safe, modern, and engaging environment. I am honored to help provide that!”

Patrick T. Richards

VP of Real Estate and Facilities

Shauna Kelley joined New Story in 2020 as Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations. She leads a team of talented marketers to build awareness of New Story’s services in the communities we serve. Shauna has more than 15 years of experience in marketing and public relations, most of it focused on K-12 and higher education. She has also worked as an adjunct professor, teaching marketing and business courses at Howard Community College and George Washington University College of Professional Studies. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English and Communications from Goucher College and her Master of Business Administration degree from Bellevue University.

“I believe in the power of children to change the world. I love my role in helping to make parents, school districts, teachers, and potential students aware of how New Story can help improve their lives and prepare their children to be a part of a bigger, better world.”

Shauna Kelley

VP of Marketing and PR

Angela O'Brien, BCBA, COBA joined the New Story team in 2006 and currently serves as Vice President of Education Integration. Before rejoining New Story in 2017, Angela spent five years at a behavioral health organization, leading clinical operations teams to deliver mental health and autism services across Pennsylvania and Ohio. Angela most recently served New Story Schools as Regional Clinical Director, previously working as a clinical supervisor and behavior analyst. Angela obtained her BS in Psychology from Juniata College and her MA in Human Services from Hood College. She completed applied behavior analysis coursework at the Florida Institute of Technology and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2011 and a Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst in 2015. Angela is currently pursuing an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and superintendent letter of eligibility at the University of Pittsburgh.

“I find such purpose serving alongside education leaders who show commitment and courage in their journey to improve the lives of our team members, students and their families. When we cultivate an environment in which our students and teams can do their best work, we transform the educational experience. I am humbled to join forces with such an impactful group of people!"

Angela O’Brien

VP of Education Integration

Catherine Wayman, MSW, LSW, BCBA, serves as the Vice President of Quality and Continuous Improvement for New Story Schools. Beginning her tenure with New Story in 2007, Cat worked in classrooms with students in several positions within the schools before transitioning to Learning and Quality in 2013.

Cat completed dual bachelor’s degrees from Cairn University, her Master of Social Work through Temple University and was dual certified in 2014 as a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Applying more than 15 years’ experience in human services and special education Cat leads continuous improvement initiatives across New Story Schools for students and employees.

“Each student is a unique individual deserving of every possible opportunity to succeed. How we define or measure that success must be equally as unique. I have the incredible opportunity to look across each of our schools over the years and witness the outstanding progress made each day by our students. I am constantly challenged to find new and innovative ways for data to tell the story of how lives are changed.”

Catherine Wayman

VP of Quality and Continuous Improvement

Janice Marie Provetti joined the company in June 2021 and serves as the Director of Compliance. Janice brings more than 25 years of compliance and regulatory experience to the organization. Janice spent the majority of her career on Wall Street, working for prestigious global banks and brokerage firms. She most recently served as a Compliance Director and Chief Administrative Officer at BNY Mellon. Janice also has a background in Healthcare compliance and administration. Janice received her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration at Purdue University.

“On a daily basis I am humbled and inspired by the dedication that New Story staff shows to the students, patients, their families and the community. I am honored to be part of such an admirable company.”

Janice Marie Provetti

Director of Compliance