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Administration

Amy Petersen, BS Personal Training Manager
773.878.9936, ext. 7318 apetersen@swedishcovenant.org

Amy has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 1994.  The philosophy that drives her work is to believe that every aspect of our lives may be enhanced through healthy choices. There is so much we cannot change, but these choices - to exercise, to eat, drink and sleep well, to manage stress, and to have fun - give us power to make a positive impact on our overall wellness.
Art Slowinski, MS Director of Operations
773.878.9936, ext. 7334 aslowinski@swedishcovenant.org

Art has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2007.  The philosophy that drives his work is his belief in exercise as medicine.
Cela Valdez Billing Assistant
cvaldez@swedishcovenant.org

Cela has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2002. The philosophy that drives her work is to treat others how you would like to be treated.
Clara Popa, BS Administrative Manager/HR Payroll
773.878.9936, ext. 7305 cpopa@swedishcovenant.org

Clara has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2000.  The philosophy that drives her work is to be fair, consistent and passionate towards all LifeCenter employees and to support management with our mission, values and employee policies.
Debra Sitar, BS KidCenter Supervisor
(773) 878.9936, ext. 7337 dsitar@swedishcovenant.org

Debra has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2007.  The philosophy that drives her work is her love for children and seeing the world through their eyes.
Francie Habash, MBA, M.Ed. Program Director
773.878.9936, ext. 7343 fhabash@swedishcovenant.org

Francie has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 1992.  The philosophy that drives her work is to lead by example with passion, ethics, and dedication in all that you do and then you will succeed.
Heather Alfrejd, BS Integrative Therapy Manager
773.878.9936, ext. 7723 halfrejd@swedishcovenant.org

Heather has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2008.  The philosophy that drives her work is to work with integrity and follow our hearts and intuition.
Julie Pirra, MBA Billing Manager
773.878.9936, ext. 7307 jpirra@swedishcovenant.org

Julie has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2006.  The philosophy that drives her work is to work hard to do it right the first time, be honorable and ethical, be open to change and speak your mind.
Katie Hollobaugh, BA Member Services Supervisor
773.878.9936, ext. 7714 kreagan@swedishcovenant.org

Katie has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2007.  The philosophy that drives her work is to listen, be patient, consistent and caring.  I also try to remember this, “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.” Never stop learning and treat others the way you would like to be treated. 
Kristin Walters, BS Marketing Coordinator
773.878.9936, ext. 7345 kwalters@swedishcovenant.org

Kristin has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2006. The philosophy that drives her work is always enjoy what you’re doing. It shouldn’t feel like work if you love it. Try to remain positive and treat those around you with compassion.
Laura McDonagh, MS Wellness Manager
773.878.9936, ext. 3913 lmcdonagh@swedishcovenant.org

Laura has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2005.  The philosophy that drives her work is to have an open mind and try new or old things again; you will surprise yourself with how much you can improve and benefit from fitness and wellness.
Leslie Mras, BS Fitness Manager
773.878.9936, ext. 7341 lmras@swedishcovenant.org

Leslie has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 1994. The philosophy that drives her work is to motivate her staff to be their best and create programs geared towards better health and wellness.
Marie Sheila C. Mobbs, BS Housekeeping and Laundry Supervisor
773.878.9936, ext. 7320 smobbs@swedishcovenant.org

Sheila has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 1994.  The philosophy that drives her work is to give customer excellent care.
Marieta Penaru, BS Billing Coordinator
773.878.9936, ext. 6791 mpenaru@swedishcovenant.org

Marieta has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2007.  The philosophy that drives her work is to do the best in accomplishing my job responsibilities and be a good team player.
Megan Slattery Group Fitness Supervisor
773.878.9936, ext. 2023 mmslattery@swedishcovenant.org

Megan has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2005.  The philosophy that drives her work is to help people make health and fitness part of their lifestyle and she enjoys seeing them accomplish their goals.
Wesley King, BA Aquatics Director
773.878.9936, ext. 7309 wking@swedishcovenant.org

Wes has been employed at Galter LifeCenter since 2010.  The philosophy that drives his work is that "There is no greater challenge then to Challenge yourself” and…”It’s A Wonderful Life."