Carolyn has over fifteen years of experience in advocacy relations and policy communications. She has managed strategic communications and advocacy campaigns for corporations and non-profit organizations to shape healthcare policy at both the state and federal levels. Prior to her work in health care policy, Carolyn managed the communications and media strategy with national, local, and trade press for a non-profit association. Carolyn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and a Minor in Business from West Virginia University.

Nona has worked in advocacy and alliance development for more than three decades. Her efforts, particularly in health care, have helped to empower the voices of many segments in the American population, from patient groups and seniors to veterans and people living in rural areas. Nona has also worked extensively in aging, having served as Editor of several publications for the Aging Network. She was the Co-Founder and Vice President of the Mature Market Institute and co-authored one of the first books on marketing to older adults. She was on the faculties of George Mason, Howard, and American Universities for many years teaching public relations and business communications. Anyone who meets her quickly learns she is the proud mother of three and the ecstatic grandmother of six. She and Janet McUlsky have worked together for more than 20 years.

Nina M. Hill, Ph.D., has over 30 years of experience in global life sciences, focusing on policy development, patient advocacy, and areas such as oncology and rare diseases. She has held pivotal roles, including Vice President at Pfizer and advisory positions at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Vivli. Dr. Hill played a key role in research that influenced the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act and has been recognized with several humanitarian awards. She holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University, furthered by executive education at Harvard and Columbia Business Schools.

Megan brings over 20 years of expertise in healthcare policy and patient advocacy. She offers strategic guidance and effective program management to help partners achieve their goals. With nearly a decade of experience in Washington, D.C., Megan worked across the federal legislative and executive branches as well as in the nonprofit sector. At Pfizer, she played an instrumental role in alliance development, collaborating with senior and patient advocacy organizations to address key health policy issues. Now based in Connecticut, Megan enjoys coastal living, spending time with her active family, gardening, and playing mahjong. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University.

Sabrina is an accomplished media executive with a wealth of experience in creating impactful content and fostering meaningful connections across diverse industries. With a deep understanding of multicultural dynamics, she excels in engaging underserved and underrepresented communities. At MHF, Sabrina works collaboratively with her colleagues to leverage her expertise and multicultural background in order to drive inclusive and innovative strategies. Passionate about women’s health, advocacy, and empowerment, she actively contributes to initiatives that uplift marginalized voices. Outside of her professional pursuits, Sabrina is a dedicated sports enthusiast and an avid traveler.

Maggie worked in DC for more than ten years before relocating to Cary, North Carolina, seeking warmer weather. She enjoys helping partners distill complex policies and identify the right partners. Maggie has worked in the non-profit sector as well as communications consulting for fifteen years, and she has led dozens of public affairs campaigns at the city, state, and federal levels. In her free time, she enjoys building her cookbook collection and using it!

Dede has 25+ years of experience in federal government affairs and strategic alliance development in health care and technology sectors and has worked extensively with patient advocacy organizations. She enjoys collaborating with clients to identify and develop programs and tools to advance their goals with Congress, regulators, and the public. Her career has included work with providers, patients, non-profits, the technology sector, government agencies, and Capitol Hill. As an active-duty Navy spouse whose family has lived in Japan, Germany, the Pacific Northwest, and San Diego, she has had many adventures, including engaging Ambassadors and senior military officials with DC think tanks at USAFRICOM in Stuttgart, Germany. A lifelong musician/pianist, she has taught piano, directed children's choirs, and especially enjoys accompanying her two teenage sons in violin, piano, and singing performances.

Dominick received a B.S. from Arizona State University and a MPA from The American University. While in D.C. he worked for Congressman J. Dennis Hastert. He then joined the Arizona Medical Board as the Legislative Affairs Director. Dominick then moved to California where he formed DVS Governmental Consulting Solutions. Dominick then became the CEO of the Los Angeles County Medical Association. Then from March 2009 to September 2025 Dominick was in US Government Relations at Pfizer. When Dominick left Pfizer he was the Alliance Development Team Lead nationally. Dominick was diagnosed with multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN). Dominick soon became a patient advocate because of his personal struggles accessing IVIG. At one point Dominick went three months without treatment before he lost the use of his right hand. After collaborating with his physician and others he prevailed and resumed treatment which gave him back the use of his hand. Dominick founded the Neuropathy Action Foundation (NAF) in 2006 because of his commitment to help others obtain and maintain individualized care.

A long-time Virginian, Jennifer brings nearly a decade of experience in non-profit patient advocacy, collaborating with Congress, the Administration, and the broader patient advocacy community. As a brain tumor survivor, she deeply understands the critical role of medical innovation and the power of patient advocacy and education. Supporting and amplifying the voices of the patient community is her passion. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys coffee, reading, and running through the charming streets of Old Town Alexandria.

Morgan is a policy, stakeholder engagement, and organization strategy advisor with over fifteen years’ experience in major think tanks and academic institutions. Drawing on leadership and research positions at Duke University and the Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, he helps clients hone strategy and action plans, develop policy approaches, and build coalitions and communication tools to address major challenges. He is dedicated to connecting people, developing effective policy, and building pathways to practical solutions.

Noah grew up in New Jersey before moving to D.C. and graduating from Georgetown University. He has worked as an editor, ghostwriter, essayist and freelance journalist, covering topics ranging from health policy and history to current affairs. He previously worked as an editorial fellow for Roxane Gay Books, and has a background in research, communications, and event management. Noah has a passion for advocating for broad and equitable access to health care to ensure all communities and populations are included.

Born and raised in Northern Virginia, Erin is a proud mother with a professional background that includes starting and running a successful childhood education business and working for a DC-based government relations firm. For many years, she has also been involved with patient advocacy organizations focused on autoimmune and rare diseases. Her educational background is a dual major in psychology and astrophysics. Her favorite pastime is continuing the restoration of her 99-year-old craftsman home.

Lena is a dedicated Project Manager and Operations Team Lead with over 10 years of experience in operations and mid-level management. Having built a successful career in Russia, she is now focused on growing her expertise in the U.S., bringing a fresh, global perspective to our team. Lena thrives on creating efficient workflows, solving problems, and ensuring projects are delivered seamlessly. Outside of work, she loves traveling, exploring new cultures, and finding inspiration in new experiences.

As an Operations Manager, Marty brings expertise from over three decades of experience in the government relations arena. She worked at Pfizer Inc. from 2011-2025; where she held roles as Manager for State Government Relations Operations, and Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President for US Policy & Government Relations. Prior to that, she spent 11 years as Government Affairs Manager at Lighthouse Consulting Group, a boutique lobbying and consulting firm. In her early career, Marty worked for the United Nations Development Program for 10 years. She is highly skilled in research, media/Administration/Legislative tracking, end-to-end meeting planning, and executive level support. Marty holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from St. Joseph’s University.