Suzanne Tierney, CEO/President Suzanne@lupusgreaterohio.org
I have spent the last 30 years dedicated to the lupus patients in Ohio. The goal is to provide a better quality of life until a cause or cure for lupus is found. My passion is providing programs to empower those affected by lupus so that they will have a better journey with lupus through education and emotional support. Lupus does not have to be a lonely, miserable, and misunderstood illness. My goal is to provide my chapter with the tools and resources to provide such services to all those in the state of Ohio.
Leslie Vizcarra
Vice President of Operations & Patient Navigator Leslie@lupusgreaterohio.org I’m a registered nurse and have a BSN from Ohio University. My primary role is to help people understand lupus and provide general health education. I strive to build working relationships, solve problems and support patients while they learn how to best manage their symptoms. I started volunteering for the LFA, GOC over 20 years ago. My dedication is driven with a passion to help fight lupus and was inspired by all the people I have met along the way.
Stephanie Holmes
Administrative Assistant Stephanie@lupusgreaterohio.org
Finance Manager Kathy@lupusgreaterohio.org I was diagnosed with lupus in 1989 and joined the Lupus Foundation of America, Greater Cleveland Chapter the same year. I have been able to grow with the organization, as it became the LFA, GOC. Knowing how important it was to have somewhere to turn when I was first diagnosed is what motivates me to do all I can to help our chapter continue in our mission. Being in remission for the past 20 years has enabled me to take an active part in the growth of our chapter.
Lindsay Rinehart
Marketing Coordinator Lindsay@lupusgreaterohio.org
I am a master of marketing and all things design. My passion for communication, design, and advocacy led me to a rewarding career in non-profit marketing through organizations like the American Lung Association and LFO, GOC. I love helping to empower patients by listening to their stories and helping to spread the word so others might be encouraged through their lupus journeys. When I’m not designing content calendars or strategizing marketing plans, I’m an avid reader, traveler, and dedicated dog parent. LIVING WITH LUPUS MAGAZINE
I have a very long history with the LFA, GOC. My mom has lupus and she has worked here my entire life. I have seen this organization grow into what it is today, and I am so honored that I get use my skills and learn new ones. As a little girl, I would seal envelopes while my mom was working and now, I am posting to social media and editing videos for the LFA, GOC. I graduated from Capital University with a BA degree in media communications and a minor in public relations.
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Kathy Holmes
Adrienne Rice-Fernandez
Aletha Acree
Lead Project Coordinator Adrienne@lupusgreaterohio.org
Community Outreach Coordinator Aletha@lupusgreaterohio.org
I help with anything from grant writing, coordinating advocacy efforts, managing projects, writing/editing and whatever else our office needs. I’m also a patient, so finding a cause and a cure is especially important to me. I love speaking with patients and caregivers when they call the office because I can empathize and offer a sympathetic ear.
I am the devoted mother of two wonderful sons, they are the reason I fight lupus daily. I share my story everyday hoping that it might help or encourage someone else on their journey. I try to leave lupus patients with these thoughts and that is keep your environment positive in all aspects and do what you can while you can!
Kay Adams
Melissa Betts
Fundraising Fundraising & Events Coordinator Melissa@lupusgreaterohio.org Kay@lupusgreaterohio.org I joined the team here at LFA, GOC I am a people person and an unrelentin 2021 after having served in the ing communicator. I talk fast and I like non-profit sector for 15 years. It has action. I was drawn to the LFA, GOC to been a pleasure to get to know some work in events and promotions but I amazing lupus warriors and they conalso harbor a soft spot for editing and tinue to be my motivation in my fundproofreading. I have worked in various raising role. Their strength and deteraspects of events for a while now mination inspire me to do everything and I am excited about the shift to in my power to support the fight. In non-profit events and development. my personal life I enjoy spending time Among serving the lupus patients with my husband of 24 years and our of Ohio, my passions also include, pets, three dogs and one cat. I am also reading, traveling, snowboarding, a the very proud mother of three adult never-ending search for the perfect children, Andrew, Philip and Emma, chocolate chip cookie, and loving my all of whom are serving our country in dog. LIVING 27 theWITH UnitedLUPUS States MAGAZINE Military.
