Cathy joined Pennsylvania Certified Organic (PCO) in 2016 and serves as Quality Deputy Director. She leads PCO’s Quality Team, overseeing accreditation, investigations, internal training, quality systems, database management, and the materials review program. Her work supports the integrity and consistency of PCO’s certification activities.

Prior to her current role, Cathy served in several certification positions at PCO and also worked as a Certification Specialist at the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA). She holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Ohio University and an associate’s degree in Eco-Tourism and Adventure Travel from Hocking College.