Isela Arras / Executive Director

Isela brings over 20 years of leadership in domestic violence advocacy, coalition building, and nonprofit management. She previously held senior roles at the Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence, where she advanced statewide programs, secured major grants, and championed policies to support survivors and underserved communities.

Dean Hickey / Associate Director

Drawing on more than 20 years in financial management and organizational leadership, including 17 years in the banking industry, Dean oversees agency operations, grants management, and strategic planning. He also has experience in administration, community awareness, and retail management, strengthening DASACC’s financial and operational sustainability.

Caitlyn Apgar / Crisis Response Program Manager

With a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University and a certificate in Interpersonal Violence and Trauma, Caitlyn oversees 24/7 crisis response services and volunteer coordination. Her work focuses on outreach, training, and technical assistance to ensure survivors have access to trauma-informed, culturally responsive support.

Christen Byron / Senior Manager of Residential Services

A Licensed Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University, Christen has been with DASACC since 2019, supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence through trauma-informed care. Her work includes shelter management, staff supervision, and crisis services, with a commitment to building inclusive, survivor-centered support systems.

Nicole Kozak / Development Manager

Nicole holds dual degrees in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Cognitive Science from the University of Delaware and has experience in government and academic research. She now focuses on strengthening nonprofit sustainability through grants management, donor stewardship, and community partnerships, supporting both local initiatives and international outreach.

Sonia Ron / Senior Manager of Advocacy and Outreach

Fluent in Spanish and pursuing a Master of Science in Applied Psychology, Sonia has grown within DASACC from providing bilingual counseling to leading advocacy and outreach efforts. Over the years, she has supported survivors through direct services, community presentations, and group facilitation, and now oversees outreach initiatives and partnerships that strengthen DASACC’s connection to the community.

Cindy Sizemore / Community Engagement Program Manager

Cindy has been part of DASACC since 2018, first as a volunteer and now in community education and engagement. With years of experience teaching prevention programs in schools and leading awareness initiatives across Warren County, she develops and delivers trainings on topics such as teen dating abuse, bystander intervention, human trafficking, and mental health awareness.