mICHAEL hUND, mba

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Michael joined EBRP as the CEO in 2017. Michael previously served as the Director of Development for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, leading their successful $100 million Curing Cancer Now campaign driving achievement of the largest longitudinal genomic dataset in cancer, an end-to-end Precision Medicine Model, a 25 member consortium of leading academic medical centers, 10 approved treatments in just over a decade, and the tripling of patient life expectancy. Previously, Michael spent over a decade in leadership at the actor and philanthropist Paul Newman’s Hole in the Wall Gang Fund, working on behalf of children and their families battling cancer and other life-threatening illness.
 
Michael received his Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Yale University, CORe credential from Harvard Business School, and an undergraduate degree in Philosophy from the University of Kansas. Michael has spent his career dedicated to transforming healthcare and also sits on the boards of numerous non-profit organizations. He lives in Connecticut with his wife Sarah and four daughters.

IMANI RIBADENEYRA 

CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

In 2023, Imani joins EBRP as the CMO, bringing over a decade of marketing experience spanning firms such as LinkedIn, J.P. Morgan, Influenster and more. Most recently, she served as a Strategic Account Executive at LinkedIn responsible for overseeing a book of business comprised of some of the platform's Fortune 100 Financial Services clients. While at LinkedIn, she earned a spot in the Top Account Club by growing these accounts through strategic partnerships, marketing initiatives and new product features.

After graduating from NYU, Imani spent years leading marketing efforts in both B2C and B2B industries. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to create her own boutique marketing consulting agency which focused on building best in class digital experiences for companies of all sizes. Throughout her career she has consistently been compelled to work on challenging problems with inspiring organizations.

As a marathon runner, Imani is always on the go. You can find her training for the next race, searching for the best pasta Brooklyn has to offer or walking her dog around Prospect Park.

Craig fox, mba

CONTROLLER

Craig Fox is a highly qualified, technically competent and knowledgeable accounting professional.  Craig started his career in the financial services industry working in various senior accounting, finance, marketing, and strategic planning and analysis positions at Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, and Wells Fargo.  After working for a number of industry leaders in the financial services industry Craig started and ran a successful accounting and financial services consulting business in the San Francisco Bay Area for 20 years with a focus on the nonprofit sector. 
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Craig received his Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from Babson College, and an undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut. Craig now lives in New York where he continues to work in the nonprofit sector.

LENA ABBASI

VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT

Lena joins EBRP as the Vice President of Development, bringing over 13 years of experience as a successful major gift fundraiser, philanthropic consultant and mission-driven business strategist.
Lena began her career in health care marketing at Ascension St. Vincent Health in Indiana, where she was part of the small team that renamed the Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent. That experience propelled her passion for pediatric health care and career focus toward advancing the future of medicine.

Before joining EBRP, Lena worked for hallmark organizations as Eli Lilly & Company, CCS Fundraising, Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Experience Camps and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). At CHOP, she led individual major gift fundraising for the Division of Genetics, the Division of Adolescent Medicine, the Division of Developmental Pediatrics, the Department of Psychiatry and the Center for Autism Research.
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Lena received her MBA in Strategic Leadership and Marketing from Penn State University and her BA in Advertising from Xavier University.

ALLISON MCGETTIGAN

COMMUNITY AND OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Allison joined the EBRP team in 2022. She graduated magna cum laude from New York University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and a double minor in American Sign Language and Psychology. She is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa. During her undergraduate career, Allison held positions in multiple nonprofit organizations, including the Take Back the Night Foundation, Project Lockdown and Advance Charity London. After graduating, Allison joined a nonprofit consulting firm where she managed a portfolio of clients and coordinated their charitable operations, from grantmaking to data analysis and events. She lives in New York with her partner and their rescue dog. 

ANTHONY TAVAREZ

DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Anthony Tavarez, MS, is a mission-driven frontline fundraiser with experience in human services, higher education, and the arts. Anthony previously worked as a Regional Philanthropy Officer at American Red Cross, as a Development Assistant for Arts & Sciences Major Gifts at Columbia University, and as a Development Assistant at The Public Theater. He was inspired to pursue a career in the non-profit sector by his experience as a bone marow donor for a child with a rare disease. Anthony is originally from New York City, and received his BS from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, and his MS in Fundraising Management for non-profits from the Columbia University School of Professional Studies.

SARAH THYSSEN

EXECUTIVE GENERAL MANAGER - EBRP AUSTRALIA

Sarah is the Executive General Manager of the EB Research Partnership (Australia) and is responsible for the everyday management, events, partnerships and fundraising. Sarah has over 15 years of experience in fundraising and engagement in the for-purpose sector. She is passionate about the opportunity to work with EB families, donors and corporate supporters to raise awareness and find a cure for EB.