2025 Leadership Evolution Project Class

With over 17 years of entrepreneurial experience, Shannon Claire has become a sought-after creative force, empowering women from around the globe to embrace their potential. From clients traveling as far as Australia to work with her, to building a life that exemplifies resilience and success, Shannon’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

Overcoming the challenges of teen motherhood and a nearly 15-year toxic marriage, Shannon channeled her determination into creating a thriving business that allows her to provide for her family, work with awe-inspiring clients, and travel to breathtaking destinations—all while living an unforgettable, fulfilling life.

Outside the classroom, Ashley is actively involved in promoting and enhancing the participation and retention of women in STEM fields. Always relationship focused, she is excited to gain coaches, mentors and a supportive peer group through the Leadership Evolution Project. In her free time she enjoys cooking (and eating) tasty food and exploring the outdoors with her puppy and husband in and around Camp Hill.

Mikayla began her professional career working in Marketing and Social Media before joining the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Cumberland. Through her efforts to familiarize herself with the programs she was promoting, she developed a genuine interest in and appreciation for all things redevelopment. Over the years, she has risen to the position of Assistant Director of the Redevelopment Authority of the County of Cumberland.

In 2023, she successfully applied for and won her first grant of over $1million and began subsequently working on managing the County’s CDBG and HOME programs. She also spearheaded the Authority’s ‘Housing Choice Happy Hour’ events, connecting landlords with opportunities to provide affordable housing. In addition, she manages the Demolition Fund, the Streetview Program, the Blighted Property Reinvestment Board, and the CCHRA Workplace Safety Committee. Of course, she still manages the Authority’s social media and marketing presence.

Mikayla is currently attending Penn State for a degree in Law & Society, after which she hopes to complete law school and use her skills to give back to the community that she has rooted in: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.

With a deep passion for data and community service, Priyadharshini Rajmohan is a graduate student at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, currently working as an IT Trainee at the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. She began her journey at the organization as a CEO Intern in Summer 2024, following her on-campus role as a student library assistant at HU.

A first-generation college graduate from a family in India, Priyadharshini holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Women Entrepreneurship. Her journey is deeply rooted in her belief of giving back to the community. She is actively involved in organizations such as SWE, AnitaB.org, Unshackled, STEM-UP Network, and Rotaract, where she has taken on a variety of leadership and volunteer roles over the years.

As someone who is always eager to grow and connect, Priyadharshini enjoys exploring new places and ideas. She is driven by the opportunity to meet changemakers, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to the collective good—offering a helping hand when needed, and finding strength in the support of the community.

Chris Riley Jr joined Investment Real Estate, LLC in January 2023 and currently serves as Asset Manager, where he oversees the management and execution of capital expenditure budgets for self-storage acquisitions, drives the rebranding of acquired facilities into the Moove In Self Storage brand, and manages commercial leases, residential leases, billboards, and cell tower leases across the company’s portfolio.

Prior to his career in commercial real estate, Chris spent six years as a tradesman in the residential and commercial construction industry, gaining hands-on experience in project execution. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership and Management and a minor in Accounting from Towson University in December 2022. Through the Leadership Evolution Project, Chris aims to further hone his leadership skills, gain strategic expertise, and build a network to exchange diverse perspectives, driving innovative growth in the commercial real estate and self-storage sectors.

Residing in Frederick, MD, Chris enjoys family life with his fiancée and their newborn son, Christopher Riley III, welcomed on June 13, 2025.

Professional Background

I began my career in traditional System Administrator roles before joining Hershey Trust Company in 2021. At Hershey Trust Company I oversee all pillars of technology, including infrastructure, cybersecurity, helpdesk operations, and governance. I’m especially passionate about opportunities to engage with students at Milton Hershey School, finding energy and purpose in those interactions. Within the last two years, I completed both the Excellence in Speaking Institute and Managing from the Inside Out programs to further enhance my communication and leadership skills.

Personal Interests
I live in York with my wife, Heather. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, playing volleyball and soccer, camping, hiking, and exploring topics related to personal finance.

What I Hope to Gain
I’m looking forward to building meaningful relationships with a community of like-minded peers and continuing to grow as a leader through the insights provided by executive coaching.

I joined NAPA Transportation in 2018 through the acquisition of Victory Leasing. It was my first job outside of the fast-food industry, and since then, I’ve gained invaluable experience—not only in the transportation business, but also in working within a professional office environment. Over the years, I’ve grown tremendously, both personally and professionally, and I’m proud of the progress I’ve made to reach my current role.

Through this journey, I’ve discovered a true passion for training and supporting others in their success. I find great fulfillment in helping people develop their skills and confidence.

I hold a Frontline Leadership Certification as well as a certification in the Six Thinking Hats methodology. Both have provided me with valuable tools for leading effectively and navigating creative conflict resolution.

I’m excited to join this program with the goal of becoming a stronger mentor and an even greater asset to the NAPA team.

For fun, I enjoy listening to True crime podcasts, karaoke, dancing, and family game nights with my husband and our three children.

Meghan Vanderstappen is a dynamic leader who blends her sales background with a passion for community engagement in the Harrisburg region. A graduate of Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Meghan now serves as the Executive Director of Harrisburg Young Professionals. In this role, she provides strategic leadership and vision across the organization’s programs and services, finance, resource development, human resources, communications, and board development.

Meghan is a graduate of Leadership Harrisburg Area and currently serves on the board of the Rotary Club of Harrisburg, where she supports civic engagement and service initiatives that strengthen the local community. Known for her ability to forge meaningful, authentic connections, she brings empathy, inclusivity, and a collaborative spirit to everything she does.

Outside of work, Meghan enjoys running along the Susquehanna River, baking, and supporting Harrisburg’s vibrant local businesses. She lives with her husband and their beloved Border Collie, Ellie, in Harrisburg’s Historic Midtown neighborhood. A creative at heart, Meghan also runs a small art business, with her work featured in several local shops across the region.

With deep experience in community health and social services, Mariel serves as a Certified Community Health Worker Supervisor at Hamilton Health Center, where she leads efforts to connect underserved populations with critical health and social resources. Her work focuses on addressing social determinants of health and improving outcomes through community outreach, education, and coordinated care. 

Before joining Hamilton Health Center, Mariel worked in a variety of public health and social service roles, providing hands-on support to families in need. She is a certified Community Health Worker (CHW) through the Pennsylvania Certification Board and a passionate advocate for equitable healthcare access. 

A proud mother of five with another child on the way, Mariel balances her career with pursuing a degree in Registered Nursing. She resides in Harrisburg, PA, where she finds joy in family life and serving her community with dedication and compassion. 

With a deep passion for manufacturing and continuous improvement, Kaitlyn serves as a Continuous Improvement and Lean Specialist for Dayton Parts in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She has well rounded background throughout all operations of manufacturing and leverages her deep understanding of manufacturing concepts to help drive efficiency, reduce waste, and help Dayton Parts foster a culture of continuous improvement and lean methodologies across the entire organization.

Kaitlyn is currently enrolled at Central Penn College where she will receive her bachelor’s degree, majoring in Business Administration, in the spring of 2026. Kaitlyn is also a Certified Lean Practitioner and holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Kaitlyn believes that true leadership means empowering her team members through all levels of the organization to help them reach their full potential. By helping to create an environment of respect and accountability, she ensures that improvement efforts are sustainable and that every individual feels valued.

With two decades of experience in health care fraud investigations, Jaime currently serves as Investigations Manager for Highmark’s Financial Investigations Unit.  In this role she is responsible for assisting in the detection and deterrence of fraud, waste and abuse activities in the healthcare sector and overseeing a team of investigators working high-dollar and national schemes. In addition to her experience in the private sector, she spent a majority of her career performing investigations for the public sector.

Jaime is passionate about community outcomes and developing and improving programs that provide delivery of social services while enhancing the human experience. Jaime holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Central Penn College and a master’s degree in public health from Drexel University.  She also has a certificate in non-profit leadership from Elizabethtown College.

Living her passion for people, Jaime currently serves on several local charitable boards and is a Court Appointed Special Advocate. She currently resides in Hummelstown, PA where she enjoys outdoor activities with her children and two dogs.

With over 15 years of experience in marketing and media, Odette Yoder is the Digital Marketing Director at MoJo Active, where she leads a team in developing and executing strategic, results-driven campaigns across social media, paid search, email, influencer marketing, and a variety of digital platforms that keep brands connected and relevant.

Before joining MoJo Active, Odette worked at several marketing agencies, supporting clients both locally and nationally. She holds a bachelor’s degree from James Madison University and an MBA from Messiah University, blending creative and business insights. As part of the Leadership Evolution Project, she looks forward to honing her leadership skills and connecting with a community of emerging leaders.

Odette lives in Mechanicsburg, PA, where she enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends—including her energetic nephew—and co-hosting a book podcast that inspires thoughtful conversations.