Our Founders

Catherine Mifsud Heller [CEO] is a 1993 graduate of Sacred Heart School in Holllister, CA. During her time as a student, she was an active member of the student council, holding positions of Commissioner of Finance, Commissioner of Publicity, and Commissioner General. Catherine continued her involvement in student government at Notre Dame Salinas and at the University of San Francisco. In July of 2013, along with two friends, Catherine founded Strada Leadership to serve Northern California Catholic Schools in leadership development and training. Catherine has spent over 25 years as a Theology teacher, Catholic School administrator, Campus Minister, Retreat Director, and Catechist. She holds a Master’s degree in Theology from Boston College. In addition to her work with Strada, Catherine also is employed by WestCoast Children’s Clinic. WestCoast provides psychological services to vulnerable children, youth, and their families. Catherine currently resides in Oakland, California with her husband, Rich and 17-month-old son, Walter.

Greg Callaghan [Treasurer] has been involved in student government for over 25 years. At St. Cecilia’s School in San Francisco, Greg was a Class Representative, Commissioner of Finance, and Assistant Commissioner General. Greg continued to serve on student council at St. Ignatius College Preparatory and Santa Clara University, where he was the president of the Alpha Psi Omega honors society. He holds a B.A. in Theatre Arts and an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Education with an emphasis on Teaching and Learning With Technology. Greg currently serves as the Director of Theatre at Archbishop Riordan High School.

Jeff Callaghan [Secretary] A fundraising professional in Los Angeles, Jeff Callaghan holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Studies from Loyola Marymount University. He graduated from UCLA in 2008 and has been involved in Student Government since he was in the third grade. He currently serves as Director of Development Information Services at Loyola Marymount University.