Our Team
Learn more about our Staff and Board Members
#TeamDSF
Our team is made up of passionate people committed to driving research, advocating, and providing resources to help families navigate their lives with Dravet syndrome.
Senior Leadership

Mary Anne Meskis
Executive Director

Veronica Hood, PhD
Scientific Director

Jamie Cohen
Finance & Program Director
Fund Development & Administration

Misty Ried
Campaign Director

Meredith Bankston
Event Coordinator

Melissa O'Bryan
Administrative Assistant
Advocacy & Outreach

Karen Masters-Foster
Family & Caregiver Engagement

Austin Watson
Family Network Coordinator

Gloria Rodriguez, MPH
Health Equity Coordinator
Board of Directors
Those who serve on our Board of Directors do so on a voluntary basis, without compensation. We appreciate each of them sharing their gifts and talents with the organization. If you are interested in serving on our Board, please view this page for additional information.

Nathan Batt
Board Member

Mike Chieco
Board Member

Bill Kirshner, MD
BOARD MEMBER

Amanda Prather, PA-C
Board Member