Staff

Michael Aaron Glass, Chief Executive Officer

Michael Glass resides in the Northside of Pittsburgh and, prior to his marriage to Carolyn, was for 10 years a single parent of 5 daughters and one son. Together, Michael and Carolyn have 10 children, two with severe disabilities. Most of their children have graduated from college or currently attend graduate school, but they still have two school-aged children. Michael grew up on Pittsburgh’s Northside, and is the former executive director of Northside Common Ministries, a non-profit organization that addresses issues of hunger and homelessness. Michael brings more than 25 years of entrepreneurial, non-profit capacity building, and strategic management experience to Dress For Success.

After a six-year tour of duty with the U.S. Marine Corps, which included an assignment with the president of the United States, Michael was the proprietor of a small sales and marketing company in Atlanta, Georgia employing over 30 consultants. In this position, Michael personally consulted with and mentored young men and women entrepreneurs. While living in Atlanta, Michael was also deeply involved in Civil Rights issues and had the good fortune of working with Hosea Williams, the “battering ram” of the Civil Rights Movement. Michael has always been passionate about social justice issues, advocating for disadvantaged and marginalized groups.

Also passionate about youth and education, Michael volunteers with the African Rural School Foundation and is the former board president of an existing Pittsburgh charter school. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Waynesburg University and an MBA from Point Park University. Michael’s global, multicultural perspective is informed by the experiences derived from his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, his volunteer work in Uganda as well as his involvement in human rights issues in the United States. Michael’s background of military and business experience gives him a unique skill set for assessing problems and developing and implementing strategies. Other than his children, one of Michael’s great joys in life is helping others achieve their personal and professional goals.

Constance Mayer, Director, Programs and Operations

constance@dressforsuccesspittsburgh.org

Constance has many years of experience working for a variety of human service, education, and arts nonprofits in development, public relations, education and advocacy. Constance finished an MBA at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Business in Strategy and Sustainability. She also has her Master’s in Writing, and taught courses in Pitt’s English Department for over 10 years. In her free time, she kickboxes at Ryer Martial Arts and cooks gourmet meals.

Robin Matthews, Washington Branch Manager

washington@dressforsuccesspittsburgh.org

Robin joined Dress for Success in 2008 and currently serves as Branch Manager for the Washington County office. Passionate about empowering women to attain their personal best, Robin brings over 12 years of retail and management experience to us. When she is not working at DFS, she designs and creates handcrafted jewelry for her business, Leaf Tree Bead Company. Originally from Eighty-Four, Pennsylvania, she now lives in Washington with her husband, son, and feisty dog.

Beth Maruskin, Fayette Branch Manager

fayette@dressforsuccesspittsburgh.org

Beth had 11 years of success under her belt as a retail manager for a major national footwear chain, before joining Dress for Success in April 2010. In this role, she is able utilize her management experience as well as fulfill her lifelong dream of empowering women. Currently, she is pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business Management at California University of PA. In her spare time, Beth enjoys reading John Grisham novels. She also loves to cook and is inspired by Food Network stars. She recently moved to Morgantown, WV.

Jodie Tabano, Development Director

jodie@dressforsuccesspittsburgh.org

Jodie has nearly 20 years experience working with faith based, educational and human service organizations in a variety of fundraising and marketing positions. Jodie has an MA from La Roche College and BA from Ohio Northern University. Jodie has held positions at Sisters Place, Inc., the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, the American Lung Association and La Roche College. In her free time she enjoys running marathons, spending time with her children and relaxing with family.