Management Team

Cathy earned an Associate’s Degree from Northwestern CT Community College followed by a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Services Administration with honors from Providence College. She received her MBA from the University of Connecticut. Prior to joining Brooker Memorial in 2004, Cathy was the Executive Director at the YWCA of New Britain. Cathy has more than 30 years of non-profit experience, including 20 in executive leadership roles. She enjoys working in a children’s organization where there is a smiling face around every corner. She also enjoys working with volunteers and likes the ever-changing challenges and opportunities of managing the organization. Her outside interests include running, hiking, traveling, flower gardening and cooking. She and her husband have two sons, the oldest is enlisted in the United States Marine Corps.

Lisa joined Brooker Memorial in in 2017 as our Program Manager. Growing up in Torrington, Lisa’s family were strong supporters of Brooker Memorial. Her grandfather and Aunt sat on the board of directors, and her father was a corporator. Lisa brings 16 years of experience in the dental industry. Her experience in dentistry management and love for kids makes this position a win-win for everyone. Lisa lives in Goshen, and has 2 sons. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, taking walks, weekends at the lake and weekends away.

Dr. Karanki earned her dental degree from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and has worked in both private practice and public health in Connecticut. She is constantly evaluating emerging dental methods and technologies in order to provide her patients with the best results with an emphasis on comfort. Dr. Karanki joined Brooker Memorial in July, 2007. She also works in private practice in Windsor CT. She received her Fellowship in American Academy of General Dentistry in July 2017. Dr. Karanki believes in giving back to the community and has volunteered at several Mission of Mercy events in CT and in Guatemala. Serving as the Co-chair of the Litchfield County Oral Health Collaborative, Dr. Karanki is striving to improve access to dental care for all people. She has two active boys who keep her very busy. In her spare time she likes to hike and swim in the summer and enjoys cross fit and yoga in the winter.

Charlene has been working in the field of Early Childhood Education for 20 years and has worked at Brooker Memorial since 2007. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood from the University of Connecticut. She has been a classroom teacher, a substitute and now an administrator. She loves working with the supportive staff at Brooker Memorial and getting to know the families and children. The kids make her laugh every day, and she thinks that the hugs are pretty nice too! Charlene enjoys camping with her husband and two children. They enjoy hiking and biking together. She also enjoys working in the garden.