Meet the Coco's Crew

Courtney Chirafisi

President

Courtney is the President and founder of Coco’s Clothing swap. With a background in both childcare and clothing retail management, founding Coco’s is both her dream and her passion.  Courtney loves the relationships that she has formed with families all over the Twin Cities, and she prides herself on the personal experience that she can provide to them.  When Courtney is not helping Twin Cities families with their clothing needs, she likes to spend time outdoors with her husband and son.

courtneyc@cocosclothingswap.com

Steve Quayle

Vice-President

Steve is a Lino Lakes resident, with his beloved wife of nineteen years, and two teenage daughters. He currently enjoys his career at US Bank, and has been with the company since 2000. Steve is passionate about giving back to the community, and is excited to have the opportunity to reach families in need through his position with Coco's Clothing Swap.  In his spare time,  Mr. Quayle enjoys spending time with his family, participating in his kickball league, and volunteering through his church.

steveq@cocosclothingswap.com

John Stasny

Treasurer 

 Mr. Stasny was a Principle Component Engineer who retired from Medtronic in January 2019.  He joined Medtronic in June 2011 as a Principle Supplier Quality Engineer and moved to Component Engineering in March 2014. Prior to that, Mr. Stasny worked for ADC Telecommunications from June 1985 to June 2011.  He has held numerous positions during his tenure at ADC Telecommunications.  His positions included Injection Mold Tooling and Manufacturing Engineering along with the process development and product designs of telecommunication components and systems.  Mr. Stasny has been Granted 24 US Patents for various telecommunication equipment designs. 

johns@cocosclothingswap.com

Coralie Hanson

Assistant Treasurer 

Coralie holds a great passion for helping and working with young children. She holds her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a certification in Early Childhood Special Education. Ever since Coralie can remember she has wanted to help young children learn and grow. Coralie is a small business owner who resides in Somerset, Wisconsin with her 3 children and loving husband. In her spare time, Coralie enjoys spending time outdoors four-wheeling, hunting and fishing as well as spending time with family and friends. 

coralieh@cocosclothingswap.com

Ada Stasny

Board Member

Ada recently retired from a 37 year career in pharmacy. She has also been involved with children as a Vacation Bible School and Sunday School Director. Ada is passionate about working with fundraising events for Coco’s Clothing Swap to grow the ability of the nonprofit to serve families in and around the Twin Cities. Ada is keeping busy in retirement by enjoying traveling, gardening, and tending to the fairies in her grandchildren's fairy gardens! 

AdaS@cocosclothingswap.com

Chrissy Spahn

Chrissy lives in Baldwin WI. She has been married to her very loving and tolerant husband Eric. She has 3 sons all in their 20’s, and 2 fur babies Sam and Poppy. Chrissy has worked in Pediatric health care for over 20 years. Now she works at her local elementary school with children that have special needs. In her spare time she loves being outside with her dogs, family and friends. Chrissy is passionate about helping kids and giving back. 

ChrissyS@cocosclothingswap.com 

Anna Harrison-Perry

Volunteer Coordinator

Anna is currently working on her education. She moved from Oregon but now lives in Scandia MN with her family, including her dearly beloved cat. Anna loves volunteering, especially with Cocos Clothing Swap. In her spare time, she likes to work on crafts, sewing, gaming, kayaking, and tending to her plants.