Board of Directors

The CCEDC Board of Directors plays a key role in guiding the organization’s mission, helping connect Cornell’s research and resources to real-world community needs.

As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the responsibilities of a CCE board are as follows:

• Establish, prioritize and evaluate the association program portfolio
• Select an Executive Director
• Support and evaluate the Executive Director
• Ensure effective organizational planning
• Ensure adequate resources
• Manage resources effectively
• Enhance the organization’s public image
• Ensure legal and ethical integrity and accountability
• Provide initial orientation and ongoing training
• Recruitment of new board talent

2026

• Chris Shave - President, Officer, At-Large Member
• Judy Dimatteo - Vice President, Officer, FCE PAC Representative
• Jean Stapf - Treasurer, Officer, 4-H YLWD PAC Representative
• Tyler Pennock - Secretary, Officer, At-Large Member
• Peter Berasi - Energy PAC Representative
• Nikki Moravec - At Large Member
• Ian Romano - At Large Member
• Nicole Raskopf - 4-H YLWD PAC Representative
• Pat Claiborne - State Extension Specialist, CCE Admin.
• Chris Drago - DC Legislative Rep.
• Eoin Wrafter - DC Executive Rep.

To contact CCEDC Board of Directors, please direct your email to:

dutchessboard@cornell.edu

please address the board member or members in your subject line. 

2026 Board of Directors Meeting Dates:

• January 26 - Association Reorganization Meeting
• February 23 - Via Zoom (due to Winter Weather Warning)
• March 23
• April 27
• May 18
• June 22
• July 27
• September 28
• October 19 - Tentative Date - Annual Business Meeting
• November 16 
• December 14

Last updated September 17, 2026