The MPN Research Foundation Team
Meet our talented team of dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to further our mission of funding and advancing original research in pursuit of new treatments — and eventually cures — for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs).
MPN Research Foundation is proud to have a small but mighty professional staff with multi-disciplinary expertise spanning research, healthcare, strategic management, entrepreneurship, fundraising & development, marketing, technology and operations.
For over 25 years, MPN Research Foundation has played a pivotal role in establishing myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) as a recognized disease area, fostering a global research and patient community, and advancing the science and prognosis for people living with MPNs. By funding rigorous, high‑impact original research worldwide, the Foundation has helped drive meaningful progress. While significant advances have been made, there is still much work to be done. Through strong scientific and thought leadership, our team continues to expand the Foundation’s impact — working to shape the future of MPN research and improve outcomes for the entire MPN community.
For general inquiries or to inquire about available job opportunities, email communications@mpnrf.org.
Meet Our Team
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Sara Douglas, MSN, RN, OCN
Director of Patient Engagement
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Shira Epstein
Strategic Branding and Patient
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Jill Hoffmann
Senior Marketing and Communications Manager
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Jennifer Karman, MBA
Senior Operations Manager
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Emily Laskowski, CCRP
Patient Engagement Coordinator
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Kat Menke
Senior Executive Manager
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Amielle Moreno, PhD
Scientific Content Manager
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Christina Persaud, RN, BSN, CCRP
Associate Director of Research Programs
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Raajit Rampal, MD, PhD
Medical Advisor
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Kiley Roach
Grassroots Enablement Manager
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Stephanie Scobey, MPH, BS, RN
Associate Director of MPN PROGRESSion Registry
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Lennah Trevino
Marketing & Development Analyst
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David Shoultz, PhD, MBA
Chief Scientific Officer
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Colleen Sonnefeldt
Financial Controller
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Rick Winneker, PhD
Scientific Advisor
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Kapila Viges
Chief Executive Officer