James Sagan

Jim is one of the Principals and original members of the Foundation. He retired from the corporate world as Head of Procurement in the United States for a large international corporation. He worked in the field of Procurement for approximately forty years. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Vincent College and a Master’s degree from Saint Francis College. He has written and published five historical nonfiction books. Jim enjoys meeting the winners of the nursing student scholarship and he always tells them that he hopes that we don’t meet again because that means that he needs their help now. It brings a smile to the awardee’s face!

Nancy Summers

Nancy is also one of the original members of the Foundation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Saint Vincent College and a Master’s Degree from California State University.  As a military spouse, she has an over thirty-year connection to the Foundation’s veteran mission objective.  She is currently fulfilling a career dream of working at a historical site upon relocation to Washington, DC.  She is a Custom Tours Specialist at George Washington’s Mount Vernon, educating a global audience on his life, legacy and character.  These same leadership standards are the focus of her work and commitment to MetroSquared Foundation.

Shari Mittaly

Shari brings over 40 years of healthcare industry experience and a vast professional network to the Metrosquared mission. Her deep connections have been instrumental in supporting the organization’s goals and helping those in need. Outside of her professional life, she is an avid counted cross stitcher; a hobby that has opened doors to new travel experiences and a vibrant community of friends across the country.

Robert Sagan

Rob has worked in the tech industry for nearly 2 decades from a sales perspective, so understanding and working with people comes as second nature. As a graduate from Point Park University, helping the community and others has always been a main focus. In his spare time, Rob loves to travel (especially warmer climates), is an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, and enjoys staying active and healthy as often as he can.

Bennett Summers

Ben Summers is a graduate of St. Vincent College and the College of William and Mary. He lives with his wife, Katelin, his daughter, Cassidy, and his dog and cat in Virginia working as a software engineer. He believes that community service, facilitating human connection, and helping others in all parts of life is one of the best things he can do, and he’s overjoyed that MetroSquared Foundation gives him the opportunity to make a difference in all those areas.

Brianne Stevens

Brianne Stevens is a seasoned business leader with more than 25 years of experience in operational efficiency and cost-savings strategy. As a Client Executive at CoreTrust, she partners with private equity firms and portfolio companies to optimize indirect spending and streamline processes. 

Brianne holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and lives in Pennsylvania with Tim and their blended family of six children. She enjoys the beach, time outdoors, and supporting local youth initiatives. Her passion for helping children and families drives her commitment to MetroSquared’s mission and community impact.

Thomas Summers

The Honorable Thomas A. Summers is the former Acting Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB). The DNFSB provides safety analysis, advice, and recommendations to the Secretary of Energy and maintains independent safety oversight of the nation’s defense nuclear complex, including the Y-12 National Security Complex, Pantex Plant, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Savannah River Site, Waste Isolation Pilot Plant, and the Hanford Site, among others.

He was twice appointed by the President to the Board and confirmed by the Senate. Mr. Summers previously served as Senior DOE Advisor (SES) and as the Deputy for Research, Development, Test, & Evaluation in the office of Defense Programs at the National Nuclear Security Administration in the Department of Energy.

Mr. Summers is also a retired U.S. Air Force colonel with over three decades of active duty in a variety of command, teaching, military staff, and scientific positions. He earned a B.S. from Saint Vincent College, PA, in Physics and Mathematics and four M.S. degrees: Applied Physics from the Air Force Institute of Technology, OH; Administration from Central Michigan University, MI; Military Operational Art and Science from Air Command and Staff College, AL; and National Security Strategy from the National War College, DC.