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Meet the people powering our work

Who We Are

Beacon is powered by bold, compassionate leaders protecting the freedom to care for our bodies and futures. With deep expertise and purpose, we're not just meeting the moment — we're shaping the future of reproductive healthcare.

Across our clinics, programs, and advocacy efforts, our team brings heart, grit, and unwavering commitment to every aspect of our work. We’re public health professionals, clinicians, organizers, policy strategists, and community connectors — and we’re here because we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access healthcare they need.

Together, we’re building something brighter.

Our Team

Alison Smith Long (she/her)

Director of Development and Communications

Anne Ogier, MSW, MPA (she/they)

Policy Analyst

Ashley Kuykendall, MSW, MPH, CHES (she/her)

Director of Programs

Emilee Roberts (she/her)

Staff Accountant

Kirstin Palovick, MA, FPHW (she/her)

Training & Evaluation Manager

Leslie Klote (she/her)

Communications Manager

Linda Trower (she/her)

Director of Finance & Administration

Mary Timmel (she/her)

Advocacy Manager

Michelle Trupiano, MSW (she/her)

Executive Director

Olivia Berridge, MSW, LCSW (she/her)

Program Manager

Phyllis Wilkerson, M.Ed. (she/her)

Project Manager

Rhonda Beul (she/her)

Operations & Human Resources Manager

Rylea Luckfield, MPH, MA (they/them)

Government Affairs Manager

Board of Directors

 

Executive Committee

Kate Brennan, Board President
Justyn Pippins, Vice-President
Alaina Smith, Treasurer
Stephanie Volker, PA-C, Secretary
Betsey Lasister, JD, At-Large Member
Chimene Schwach, MA, Immediate Past President
 

Members

Tracey Allen-Ehrhart
Diane Anthony, MPA
Taylor Bass, LMSW
Dr. Zipporah L. Burns
Stephanie Enger-Moreland, MA
Sarah Felts, JD
Stephanie Lukas, PharmD, MPH
Shannon Mahzoon, BSN, RN
Priscilla McFolling, MS, BSN
Jenna Redel, JD, MBA
Chimene Schwach, MA
Mintesnot (Minte) Teni, PhD
Damion Trout, MCC, PM-LPC

Rachel Whitfield, APRN, FNP-C, Ex-Officio (ARC Chairperson)

Dr. Elizabeth Allemann serves as Beacon’s Medical Director

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Fuel the Movement

Believe in the freedom to control your body, health, and future? Your gift powers care, keeps EC free, and fuels bold advocacy. Donate today to help us protect and expand access to reproductive healthcare for all.
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