MEET THE YEAR ROUND STAFF

John Quinlivan – Executive Director

John Quinlivan has been the Executive Director and CEO of Camp Stella Maris since 2008. He has served as the Chairperson of the American Camp Association (ACA) Upstate New York, Local Council of Leaders and currently serves nationally on the ACA Volunteer Engagement Committee and the ACA Committee for Faith-based Camps. He has been a presenter at national, state, and regional camp conferences. Under John’s leadership, Camp has continued grow both physically and programmatically. In 2017, John initiated the implementation of a new Master Facilities Plan for Camp. Projects completed under John’s leadership include renovation of Camp’s waterfront, construction of a new Health Center, and construction of the St Mary Star of the Sea Outdoor Chapel.

Prior to joining CSM, John worked for 20 years at Geva Theatre Center where he held various positions including Scenic Carpenter, Technical Director, and Production Manager. In 2000, John oversaw the construction of the 200-seat Fielding Nextstage which provided a production space for non-traditional programming. In July of 2002, John was named to the organizational leadership position of Managing Director. John holds a BFA in Technical Theatre from Purchase College and a certificate from the Nonprofit Leadership Program at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business. John earned his Lean Six Sigma Green Belt in 2014. John lives in Lima, NY with his amazing wife, Heidi.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 102
email: [email protected]

Karen Bell – Business Manager

Karen has worked for Camp for 25 years. She began as the Camp Registrar in ‘99 and then took over as Office Manager in 2005 and then Business Manager in 2018. Karen found the job through an ad in the paper and never knew anything about Camp prior to working here! Her daughter was a camper here before working in the kitchen. Her son, Adam, started working in the kitchen and then worked his way up to Camp Director. Her three granddaughters attend Camp and her two grandsons plans to follow, in a few years .

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 105
email: [email protected]

Carlin Bell – Business Manager

Carlin joined the year-round team in January 2025. She met her husband Adam at an ACA standards course hosted by CSM when he was the Camp Director in 2010, so Stella Maris has been an important part of her family for almost 15 years. Carlin brings many years of experience in non-profit administration, specifically with summer camps and youth development programs. Carlin spent years working for youth and community-based organizations in Rochester before moving to Los Angeles with her husband. Carlin holds a California teaching credential and spent 5 years teaching 4th grade in California before giving birth to her second child and moving back to her hometown of Rochester. Carlin is passionate about education whether that learning happens in the classroom or in the middle of the woods around a campfire.  A musical theatre kid at heart, she loves to sing at full volume and never passes up an opportunity to act out a goofy skit or dress in costume.  In her free time, she enjoys playing, singing, and dancing with her husband and two sons, reading historical fiction, doing crafts, and creating spreadsheets whenever possible. 

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 105
email: [email protected]

Taylor Sukdolak – Summer Camp Director

Taylor joined the year-round team in February 2024 as the Summer Camp Director. He has an impressive history in the camping industry, starting as a counselor at an overnight camp in Maine back in 2015. Taylor has since gained extensive experience in many facets of summer camps. This includes working with the J1 visa program and international summer camp staff, as well as serving as the Regional Director of an RV camping business. Taylor’s passion for summer camps has been a driving force throughout his career, and he always aspired to become a Camp Director. His degree in Communications has enabled him to communicate and connect with people on a deeper level. Taylor is a Lockport native, and he currently resides in the area with a friend and their two beloved dogs. When he’s not busy at work, he can be found enjoying sailing races in Olcott or spending quality time with his family. Taylor simply adores the great outdoors, especially anywhere near the water.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 106
email: [email protected]

Diane Ackerman – Director of Camper Experience

Diane began at Camp in 1997 as the Waterfront Director and then became the ABLE Director from 2003-2005. She took on the role of Camp Consultant/Registrar in 2010 and in 2023 Di took took on the role in a brand new position, the Director of Camper Experience. Diane has two children, who currently attend both day camp and overnight camp.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 104
email: [email protected]

Danica Wilke – Director of Year-Round Programming

Danica’s journey with Camp Stella Maris first began in 2001 as the Day Camp Waterfront Director, and now, after an incredible adventure-filled path, she’s back — and more energized than ever! Between then and her return as Director of Year-Round Programming in April 2025, Danica’s passion for the outdoors took her across the country and around the world: she worked as a counselor at a year-round camp for adjudicated boys in Florida, managed a high ropes course in New Jersey, taught wilderness first aid, led rugged backpacking expeditions through the mountains of New Mexico, and planned and led thrilling adventure trips across the globe. Now, she’s thrilled to be back where her love for camp life first took root, ready to inspire and ignite that same passion for adventure in everyone who visits. When she’s not at camp, you’ll find her spiking volleyballs, rafting the wild waters of Letchworth, or unwinding with her cats, a cozy cup of tea, and a great book.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext 108
email: [email protected]

Breann Krause – Director of Marketing & Communications

Breann first joined the CSM team in May 2021 as our Marketing Director and after 4 years of hard work and dedication, she’s now serving as the Director of Marketing & Communications.

Breann has been sharing her passion for American Sign Language since 2009, teaching at the college level, and she holds a master’s degree in Secondary Education along with two New York State teaching certifications. Never one to slow down, she’s also been working toward a degree in Business Administration while supporting the camp she loves.

Camp has always held a special place in Breann’s heart — both she and her children were CSM campers, and now her love for camp is coming full circle, with one of her grandchildren entering his second year as a day camper! When she’s not busy bringing camp stories to life, you’ll find her camping, jamming out to music, or spending quality time with her husband, four dogs, kids, and grandkids.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 216
email: [email protected]

Melissa Haynes – Registrar

Melissa’s adventure at CSM began in the summer of 2021, and it was love at first sight! Over the next two summers, she jumped right in, lending her talents to maintenance, the kitchen, and the office — wherever she was needed, Melissa made a difference. In the fall of 2023, her passion for camp led her to accept the role of Camp Registrar, where she now helps families experience the magic of CSM every day.

Before finding her home at camp, Melissa made an impact as an Assistant Director at a childcare center and for 25 years ran her own successful cleaning business. She’s also a proud mom of two — one of whom shares her love for camp and is a current CSM camper! When she’s not at camp, you’ll find Melissa getting creative with crafts, exploring the outdoors on camping trips, or cheering at the hockey rink.

tel: 585-346-2243 ext. 104 email: [email protected]

Ryan Ellison – Maintenance Director

Ryan began at Camp in 2012. He is a Livonia native including graduating from Livonia High School, but currently resides in Conesus. He has been married for  20 years and is the proud father of two. During his entire adult life he has worked in the landscaping and construction industry, but his job at Camp is the best job he has ever had. When he is not at Camp he enjoys playing in an adult hockey league.

tel: 585-739-0124
email: [email protected]

Tony Andrew – Maintenance Staff

Tony began working at Camp in the fall of 2021. He graduated from Livonia High School. After graduating high school Tony attended AmeriCorps NCCC southern region. He lives in Livonia with his wife, Tuesday and is a proud father of two. His son Callahan and his daughter Dylann are looking forward to attending camp. When he is not at Camp he is an avid golfer.

 email: [email protected]

Armando Toppi – Camp Caretaker

In 2022, Armando completed his 50th summer at Camp Stella Maris. During that time, he has held many positions such as Ballfield Director, Head Counselor and Camp Director. He recently retired after 30 years as a teaching assistant in Special Education from the Corning School District. Mondo has taken on a new role at camp as the caretaker to follow in the footsteps of one of his heroes Joe Morsch.

 email: [email protected]

Alicia Jennejohn – Receptionist

Alicia grew up in Lima and now resides in Geneseo with her husband and five children. Prior to beginning her receptionist position at camp in 2024, she worked as a Phlebotomist at the Red Cross in an Apheresis Lab, a tech in an eye doctor’s office as well as a waitress. She has also spent the last 18 years cleaning houses on the side for fun. When Alicia isn’t working, she is very busy attending her children’s sporting events including softball, gymnastics, cheerleading and dance. She also enjoys playing softball, skiing, and traveling.  

 email: [email protected]