Staff
Vanessa Vahanian-Yelkovich. Vanessa has been worked at Glass Growers for the past 10 years and became the gallery manager 2 years ago. Her youthful eye has brought many new and beautiful North American crafters into our gallery. Being the daughter of Deborah & John Vahanian, she has grown up with Glass Growers Gallery and its patrons. Vanessa’s goal is to continue to broaden the gallery’s horizons while maintaining its family-owned charm.
Noreen A. Finn. Noreen has been a staff member for over 13 years. She received her BFA from Edinboro University and her teaching certification from Mercyhurst College. She is a skilled and imaginative artist. Noreen brings a fantastic grounded nature and artistic sesnsibility to the work carried in the gallery.
Bonnie Lyden. Bonnie Lyden has been a part of the team for more than four years. Prior to working at Glass Growers Gallery, she owned and operated her own antique shop in Ohio. She brings to the gallery an appreciation of fine works of art and a particular love of American craft.
