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

  • Sara Douglas, MSN, RN, OCN

    Director of Patient Engagement

  • Shira Epstein

    Strategic Branding and Patient
    Registry Advisor

  • Jill Hoffmann

    Senior Marketing and Communications Manager

  • Jennifer Karman, MBA

    Senior Operations Manager

  • Emily Laskowski, CCRP

    Patient Engagement Coordinator

  • Kat Menke

    Senior Executive Manager

  • Amielle Moreno, PhD

    Scientific Content Manager

  • Christina Persaud, RN, BSN, CCRP

    Associate Director of Research Programs

  • Raajit Rampal, MD, PhD

    Medical Advisor

    Biography

  • Kiley Roach

    Grassroots Enablement Manager

  • Stephanie Scobey, MPH, BS, RN

    Associate Director of MPN PROGRESSion Registry

  • Lennah Trevino

    Marketing & Development Analyst

  • David Shoultz, PhD, MBA

    Chief Scientific Officer

    Biography

  • Colleen Sonnefeldt

    Financial Controller

  • Rick Winneker, PhD

    Scientific Advisor

    Biography

  • Kapila Viges

    Chief Executive Officer

    Biography

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