Staff Directory
Full Time Staff
Katelyn Alverson
YMCA Arsenal Rome Soccer Operations and Administrative Coordinator
Edgar Blanco
Director of Recreational Soccer
Edgar joined the Rome YMCA in August of 2021 as our Director of Recreational Soccer. Edgar has been playing soccer since the age of four. He grew up playing in our YMCA Arsenal Soccer program from the recreational level to the competitive level. Edgar graduated from Rome High School in 2017. Prior to joining the YMCA Arsenal Soccer staff, he was a volunteer community coach for the YMCA soccer program in both the recreational and competitive leagues.
Warren Gibson
Director of Housekeeping Services & Director of Youth Basketball
Warren joined the Rome YMCA in 2013 to manage our day camp and basketball programs. He currently manages our housekeeping operations and youth basketball program.
Warren also serves as a mentor in our Community Based Youth Development Programs.
Warren earned a Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing from Shorter University and has received professional training as an anger management specialist. Warren also mentors children in our after school program at Restoration Rome.
Chris Green
Director of Grizzard Park Maintenance
Chris joined the Rome Y in 2023 with over 18 years of experience in a manufacturing settings. His areas of experience include data analysis, troubleshooting of multiple systems and processes, and quality control processes. Additionally, he has technical proficiency in electrical systems, welding, machine operation and ???
Chris will oversee all Grizzard Park Maintenance and will also assist with maintenance at the Second Avenue Facility.
Lucas Levesque
Director of Coaching, YMCA Arsenal Rome Soccer Club
Lincee Powell
Director of Healthy Living
(706) 232-2468
Lincee began her career at the Rome YMCA in 1998 as a high school student working part-time. She has worked her way into every YMCA department, from Lifeguarding to Swim Lesson Instructor, Summer Day Camp Counselor to Kinder Camp Director, Child Watch to Front Desk Manager, and the Rome YMCA is like her second home. Lincee currently serves as the Director of Healthy Living. While n this role, she leads, manages, and supervise the Healthy Living Staff and the Aquatics Director. She has vast experience as a Group Fitness instructor, having taught classes for over 20+ years. She attended Georgia Highlands College, is a certified Red Cross Lifeguard, and holds multiple fitness certifications including Group Exercise @ the Y (Offered By ACE), Schwinn Cycling Instructor, BARRE Above Instructor, TRX Instructor Certification, and is also a LIVESTRONG @ the YMCA Certified Instructor.
As a leader and a pacesetter for healthy living programs, Lincee provides a quality experience to members and guests that focus on the YMCA’s core values: Caring, Honesty, and Respect, while also maintaining a balanced Spirit, Mind, and Body for all. By offering various fun challenges inside our YMCA, Pop-Up Fitness classes out in the community, and Healthy Kids Day activities, there are so many opportunities to instill the importance of being active. In addition to her experience at the Rome YMCA, Lincee worked as a Program Coordinator at the Rome-Floyd County Parks and Recreation Department for three years and developed the very first swim lessons program offered by the RFPRD. Her favorite thing about the YMCA is not only being able to engage with the members and build lifelong relationships with them and the community but being able to provide a welcoming space to become a stronger community together while seeing the positive impact our YMCA can make in people’s lives every day.
Jeff Sinnock
Director of Membership
(706) 232-2468
A seasoned Rome YMCA Arsenal Rome soccer coach, volunteer and staff member, Jeff Sinnock joined the Y's Leadership Team as Director of Membership in June of 2020. Jeff brings over 10 years of marketing and customer service experience to serve our members and prospective members of the Rome YMCA. Jeff's responsibilities include overseeing our child watch areas, the Play Center and the Vault, and our Front Desk check-in area. He also administers our Financial Assistance and Corporate Membership Programs.
Jeff graduated from the University of West Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications.
Jeff may be reached at jsinnock@ymcarome.org or by phone at (706) 232-2468.
Julie Steuart
Aquatics Coordinator
706-232-2468
Julie rejoined the Rome YMCA in May of 2023. With many years of experience in aquatic programming and facility management she brings a wealth of expertise to her role as Aquatics Coordinator and CPO. Julie’s background is complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Tampa, which enriches her approach to aquatic education and community engagement. In addition to this, Julie keeps a current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid for Professional Rescuers. Julie has successfully overseen a range of aquatic activities, including adaptive swim lessons for all ages, aqua aerobics, and outreach programs, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all participants. Passionate about fostering a love for water safety education and mentoring lifeguards, Julie will develop programs that benefit individuals and families of all needs and skill levels in our community.
Nina Tilley
Director of Day Camps and Family Programming
706-232-2468
Nina Tilley joined the Rome YMCA team in 2022 as the Director of Day Camps and Family Programming. A proud graduate of Armuchee High School, she earned dual diploma seals in College Prep and Tech Prep with a focus on Horticulture in 2003. Nina went on to achieve a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Marketing from the University of West Georgia.
At the YMCA, Nina oversees Summer Day Camp, Intercession Day Camps, and Kids Night Out, ensuring these programs provide safe, engaging, and enriching experiences for children and families. She also participates in the YMCA’s afterschool program, THRIVE, contributing her energy and enthusiasm to support students in their academic and personal growth.
Nina and her family have been active members of the children’s ministry at Seven Hills Fellowship. Her husband and children have been lifelong participants in YMCA Arsenal Soccer, reflecting their shared love for the Y's values and programs. Nina also plays an active role in her children’s education, serving on the PTO and Parent Advisory Council at their school.
Passionate about making a difference, Nina is dedicated to helping the youth and young adults of our community build self-confidence, foster compassion for others, and discover a true sense of belonging.
Kacie Tullis
Director of Community Youth Programs
Kacie joined YMCA in January 2023 as our Director of Community Youth Programs. She comes from a colorful background that includes working in various fields in social work, but her passion remains with helping families and children. She holds over 10 years of experience in working with families and children, including work as a child advocate and helping our families through the Division of Family and Children Services. Her vision is for each child to have a safe space to be a kid while learning skills to have a successful future.
Kacie currently holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and will complete her Masters in Social Work in May 2023. She has received several awards from the state to honor her work with families and children, including an Outstanding Service Award and multiple Leadership Awards.
Amanda White
Director of Anti-Hunger Initiatives
Amanda joined the Rome YMCA in August of 2023 as the Director of Anti-Hunger Initiatives. She comes to us with a long history with the Y. As a child she was raised in the halls and on the fields of the Rome YMCA where she participated in numerous programs, sports, and day camps. Early on she developed a heart of service and a love for the Y and its mission.
She worked for the Rome YMCA throughout college eventually completing an internship with the membership and marketing director. She then graduated from Kennesaw State University with a degree in Sports Management and a concentration in marketing.
Shortly after graduation she and her family moved to Colorado to further pursue their careers and passion to lead active lifestyles while serving others. While there she worked at the YMCA of the Rockies as an office manager for the Buildings and Grounds department. In that role she was responsible for overseeing and delegating tasks related to the upkeep and maintenance of over 300 buildings on the campus and the 860 acre property. She also served on their diversity and inclusion board and was part of their first response team.
In 2020 her life took a new turn as The YMCA of the Rockies temporarily closed their doors. After much thought, she and her family decided to move back to Rome. Seeing the need in the community, she decided to work in education with Rome City Schools. It was there that she began to understand and see the daily struggles that many children and families face right here in our hometown. Her heart called on her to do more to help those families outside of school hours and the Rome YMCA answered with an opportunity to step in as the Director of Anti-Hunger Initiatives.
This is a critical role in our community and with the help of our community partners, a strong staff team, and our gracious volunteers she is excited and ready to serve to help meet the needs of our families.