Staff

Staff...

Brittany Gee
Executive Director
Brittany, better known as "Bri," is a graduate of Brenau University with a Master of Science in Clinical/Counseling Psychology. She first came to Piedmont CASA in May 2013 as a volunteer advocate and began working with Piedmont CASA as an Advocacy Coordinator in December 2013. Prior to coming on staff at CASA, Bri worked as a child and adolescent therapist.

Bri is passionate about child advocacy and promoting resiliency in children. She is excited to continue her work with Piedmont CASA and the amazing volunteers and community partners as Executive Director.

Jude Red Bear
Advocacy Coordinator
After working with children in many different capacities over the years and having had children and adopted children of my own, I felt led to play a role in assisting and impacting the lives of children. For me, it is a calling to do this work with CASA. I am continually drawn to helping these children who are suffering from the effects of abuse and neglect. It is a great honor to be a part of Piedmont CASA and assist children during this difficult transitional time as we work to help them achieve permanency.

Melody Orsot
Advocacy Coordinator
Melody, a Louisiana native, has called Georgia home since 2004. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia Gwinnett College in 2015, with specializations in Educational/Developmental and Clinical Psychology. She went on to receive a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia in 2017. Prior to joining the Piedmont CASA team, Melody worked as a case manager for a private foster care agency and for the Department of Family and Children Services. She has a strong understanding of the juvenile court system and is passionate about working with children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Melody is looking forward to advocating for children and families as a part of Piedmont CASA.

Courtney Etheredge
Advocacy Coordinator
Originally from Florida, Courtney has lived in Georgia for over five years. After graduating with her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Florida, she went on to earn her Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont CASA, Courtney worked as a case manager for a private foster care agency. She’s passionate about helping families and children through the most difficult moments in their lives. Courtney is excited to join the Piedmont CASA team and to partner with community members to make a difference in a child’s life.

Amber Hardeman
Administrative Coordinator
Amber is a mother of three boys and a Georgia native. She previously worked for Walton County Superior Court and comes with an extensive legal background.
Amber joined our team in September 2019 and immediately began training to become a CASA. Through the training Amber says she quickly realized the importance and need for volunteers in our community.
Amber hopes with her commitment, vigilance, and persistence she can offer that light of hope to ensure children are in placements with loving, consistent caregivers that they deserve.

Kristen Romanowski
Development and Outreach Coordinator
Kristen has been a Barrow County resident for all her life. She attended Young Harris College and Georgia Gwinnett College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Clinical and Neuropsychology. Prior to joining the team at Piedmont CASA she worked for over seven years as a Health Counselor for the Department of Public Health, working mainly with women and teens. She also worked with the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) for the Northeast Georgia Public Health District. Kristen is passionate about networking with community partners to make sure that needs are met and is excited to focus on child advocacy with CASA.