Meet Our Staff
Larry Bayle
CPO / Executive Director / Part of Executive Team
Larry has been the Executive Director for two other Boys & Girls Clubs in New England and has an extensive history with non-profits in Vermont. He is the president of the Vermont Boys & Girls Club Alliance that serves over 14,000 youth across the state with six organizations and 21 sites. He also sits on the Rutland Rotary South Board of Directors as well as the Rutland Region Workforce Investment Board. He is well known in Vermont tennis circles having been a state and regionally ranked player as well as a college coach. Larry holds a BA in Individual and Family Studies from Penn State University. He Lives in Pittsford, VT.
Courtney Santor
Director of Operations / Unit Director Merchants Row / Part of Executive Team
Erin Flanders
Merchants Row Jr Club Coordinator
Erin is a hard working mother of two. She has been doing volunteer work with children since 2006 and started working as a volunteer with us May 2014. Erin also volunteers with her daughters Girls Scout Troop in Brandon, Vermont. She completed her high school education in Rutland Vermont at the age of 21. She enjoys working with children, spending time with family, computers, hiking, swimming, arts and crafts, and just having fun while getting her work done.
Cora Fairbrother
Merchants Row Kitchen Coordinator
Cora was born in Springfield and raised in Westminster, Vermont. This native Vermonter has called Rutland home for the last 15 years and loves everything this area has to offer. From hiking and exploring, to farmer’s markets and comedy shows, she enjoys giving back to and supporting our community. She is an active member of the Northwest Primary School Parent Teacher Collaborative and keeps their meeting minutes. She comes to us with a background in various healthcare settings and a love for culinary adventures. She is currently enrolled at CCV and a Human Service major with a concentration in Psychology.
Natalie Gilliard
Program Coordinator Merchants Row
Natalie is originally from Long Island, New York and recently moved to Vermont looking for a change in lifestyle. After eight years working in an office setting, she came to Rutland County searching for more community-based work, and feels she has found that at the Boys and Girls Club. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Art History and English Literature, and is passionate about childhood literacy. She enjoys outdoor activities in all seasons and all types of arts and crafts. Her previous work with children includes jobs as a Page at a children’s library where she assisted with children’s programs and as a Camp Counselor for a summer camp. She also worked as a private tutor throughout her education and enjoys helping children succeed in school.
Joel Antione
Unit Director for Barstow / Part of Executive Team
I am from Rockland County, NY. I currently live in Vermont, working full-time with the B&G Club, although I enjoy my job so much, it doesn’t feel like work. In addition to work, I am finishing up with my degree in Social Construct. During my spare time, I like to workout and watch sports. I am a young professional, excited to explore new opportunities and chances to succeed in life and work.
Christine Gatti-Palance
Barstow Program Coordinator
Chris is originally from Connecticut. She has a CDA credential in Early Education. She has worked for Headstart programs in Litchfield Connecticut as head teacher for 10 years and owned and operated her own preschool and childcare (Christine‘s Preschool and Childcare). After moving to Vermont she has worked in preschool programs in theMill River United District. She has been involved in starting iamd implementing high quality after school programming. Chris has four children and three grandchildren. She believes all children should have opportunities to develop in reach their full potential and that we as mentors have the responsibility to help them become strong, caring, active members of their community.
BobbiJo Keefe
Program Coordinator Barstow
My name is Bobbijo Keefe, I am 23 years old and I’m working for the Boys and Girls Club of Rutland County the Barstow location. I have been at the Boys and Girls Club sense I was 12 years old. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I am a wife/mother of 3 beautiful children, ages 10, 5, and 2. I love my job working at the Boys and Girls Club because I like to make a difference in someone’s life. Being that reason to change a child’s life and making or helping him/her succeed in life is my goal.
malik hines
Unit Directory Fair Haven / Part of Executive Team
Malik was born and raised in south Burlington VT.
I’m Graduating with a bachelor’s degree in physical education with a concentration in health and physical activity promotion in May 2020 @ Castleton University. In my spare time I like to be active like hiking or playing sports. I’m excited to bring my knowledge and experience from working at the boys and girls club in Burlington Vt to this club in Rutland County. Lastly, my favorite snack/meal is nachos.
devin anival balcacer
Fair Haven Program Coordinator
I was born in Queens, New York in 1993 and my family hails from the island of Dominican Republic.
I am a recent graduate of Green Mountain College and received a degree in Interdisciplinery Arts and Performance.
I am very enthusiastic about engaging with the Fair Haven Community and bringing what I have to offer.
Creativity and expression though dance and music is an important part of my life and I believe it has the ability to heal profoundly.
Caitlyn Charles
Program Coordinator Fair Haven