Q & A with Serena (she/her)

What's the most inspiring part of your job? 

The most inspiring part of my job is being a part of such a fun, innovative, and collaborative environment where we all share the same goals of combining movement with mental health therapies and breaking the mental health stigma.  

The best piece of advice I've been given is...

“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” - Marcus Aurelius

Serena Mascio, Exec Director of Outreach & development, of 515 Fitness Inc.

Serena graduated from University of St Francis with a Bachelors in Social Work and attended both Lewis University and University of St. Francis to work towards her master’s degree. She played four years on a softball scholarship at the University of St Francis and playing sports continue to be her favorite pastime.  She has also been working in the field since 2006 and is so thankful for the career path she has chosen. Serena has 17 years of mixed experience working directly with individuals on the autism spectrum, at risk youth, individuals with developmental disabilities, and individuals with mental health diagnosis. Serena is very passionate about addressing the needs of all individuals, integration of skills, and to help grow understanding around human behavior.