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 Peter T. Wilderotter - President and CEO
I have worked in the Independent (non-profit) Sector for my entire career. We provide that valuable intersection in areas where the market isn't ready or isn't interested in the problem or solution and the government isn't capable. When we click, a synergy is created that is unstoppable.
What inspires our board and staff is following through on and achieving in our lifetimes what they so generously and courageously started. This is a civil rights movement and although the baton was passed to us in the most unfair and sad way, we will hold it brightly and with our founders' optimism until we reach the finish line.
 Susan Howley - Executive Vice President, Research
It's my responsibility to insure that all our research programs are implemented efficiently, AND EFFECTIVELY, according to the policies of the Foundation and the recommendations of our scientific advisory panels. I spend the lion's share of my time working closely with all our research grantees and advisors, networking and trying to remove barriers that slow the pace of their progress. Although I have no formal scientific training, I am envious of the passion with which scientists live their lives and pursue their work. So much so that in another life, I'd join their ranks as a neuroscientist.
 Maggie Goldberg - Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Maggie develops, oversees and executes the Reeve Foundation's communications initiatives which are designed to increase awareness worldwide about spinal cord injury and communicate the need for a cure for paralysis. She is a Reeve Foundation spokesperson and primary media contact. She manages all branding, marketing and public relations strategies for the Foundation's international research programs, Quality of Life grants, Paralysis Resource Center, advocacy efforts, multicultural outreach campaign, and special events.
 Joe Canose - Senior Vice President, Quality of LifeThe Reeve Foundation's public health initiatives are carried out by the teams I support at the Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) and the Quality of Life Grants program. Our Resource Center team provides information products and services that equip people with the knowledge they need to make good choices when dealing with their health and overall well-being. The PRC also leads a national effort to carry out public health initiatives like a national survey to determine the extent of paralysis in the United States; developing multicultural websites and materials to reduce health disparities among minority groups; and promoting the awareness of proven health promotion interventions and clinical guidelines for paralysis.
Since our public health initiatives are carried out through a cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), I spend a lot of my time maintaining our CDC relationship and working with other disability groups and state public health departments who are funded through the CDC. Our CDC funding also supports the Reeve Foundation NeuroRecovery Network, which gives me the opportunity to work closely with the Research Department. Our Quality of Life Grants program is funded by both private and public funds, and aside from program design and operations, I spend a lot of my time reading and evaluating grant requests during the two annual award cycles. Since I travel frequently on business, I am especially rewarded with the warm reception I receive from the many grantees I meet on the road.
 Harold Aguilar - Peer & Family Support Program Coordinator/Associate Information Specialist
Being paralyzed for over 20 years gives me a unique outlook on living with paralysis and makes me a visible spokesperson for the type of work I do here. My Latino background has also been an asset and allows me to communicate with individuals who speak Spanish.
As an Information Specialist, I provide resources and general information to individuals looking for help and direction. Recently, I'm helping develop a nation wide Peer & Family Support Program (PFSP) as the PFSP Coordinator. My new role is taking my experiences as an IS and my personal experiences and applying them to the team developing this new program in the Reeve Foundation.
I want to show people there can be a great quality of life when you're paralyzed as long as you have the proper guidance. I hope my positive personality is infectious with the people I deal with in my job.
 Leigh Alspach - Team Reeve Manager
As manager of Team Reeve, our athletic fundraising program, I handle all the logistics of our marathon partnerships- from recruitment to planning team activities and everything in between. Most importantly, I coach our Team Reeve athletes on how to succeed in their fundraising goals and have fun while doing so!
 Angela Cantillon - Associate Director of Operations
I assist in the operations of the PRC by tracking accounting, contracts, outcomes and reporting of statistics. I manage our exhibiting and speakers as well as our Internship Program.
 Bill Cawley - Director of Community Programs Development
Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of programs that help further the Foundation's long and short term goals. We educate the paralyzed and non-paralyzed community about the needs of the paralyzed community; how the Reeve Foundation helps those living with paralysis and provide opportunities for people to get involved with the Foundation and support our community.
 Steve Coleman - Vice President, Military Programs
I am in charge of the Military Programs for the Reeve Foundation. This requires me to spend much of my time reaching out to a variety of military and governmental organizations in an effort to raise awareness of spinal cord injury/paralysis and the secondary health issues that occur due to the injury, to enable viable state-of-the-science rehab potential for those with injuries, and to offer information resources covering the gamut of paralysis. I also visit Department of Defense and VA medical facilities in an effort to shine light on service members and veterans that are spinal cord injured. I have served 25 years in the US Army, primarily in Reserve/National Guard.
 Beth Eisenbud - Information Assistant
As the Information Assistant, I assemble packages to send to people who contact the Information Specialists. I also handle the shipping of many, many Paralysis Resource Guides (both English and Spanish versions). I can send a single copy or cases. Paralysis Resource Guides can be sent around the corner or around the world. While there is no such thing as an "average month," any given month I can ship between 1,000 and 2,000 guides to individuals and organizations around the world.
 Sheila Fitzgibbon - Senior Director of the Paralysis Resource Center
As Senior Director of the Paralysis Resource Center, I'm responsible for managing some of its programs including the library, Information Specialist team, Multicultural program, book distribution, exhibiting, special projects and operations and creating some information resources.
 Rob Gerth - Director, Digital Media
I handle everything that goes on the website from look and feel to writing and editing stories, and all email communications. Yes, I'm the guy who sends all these emails -- to better inform you!
 Jennifer Hatfield - Information Specialist
As an Information Specialist here at the Reeve Foundation I assist individuals with resources, support, and educational materials on spinal cord injury, paralysis, and other related conditions. People can call, email, or write requesting information on a variety of issues and topics.
 Anne Homa - Assistant Controller
The Finance Department takes care of the day-to-day financial operations of the Foundation. This involves such things as the daily monitoring of cash flow, preparation of monthly and annual forecasts and the annual budget. We prepare monthly and annual financial statements and monitor actual operating results versus budgeted results. We manage government grants and reporting issues such as our annual audit.
 Aimee Hunnewell - Vice President of Development
I manage the overall development team; overseeing all fundraising initiatives from direct mail and planned giving to Team Reeve and special events. My primary areas of focus include the expansion of our regional volunteer groups around the country, our signature NYC gala, A Magical Evening; Board relations; high-profile donor/prospect activities; strategic partnerships, budgeting and planning.
 Ed Jobst - Controller
I am a CPA who serves as the Controller for the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation with fiduciary responsibility to maintain the proper control over the Foundation's contributions and assets. I handle the internal and external financial statements and prepare the Form 990 tax return. The controllership function is responsible for systems and controls, treasury, payroll, investments, budgeting, accounts payable and coordinating with the outside auditors.
 Doug Landsman - Director of Research Grants
I am the Director of Research Grants and I oversee the entire lifecycle of a grant - from submission to contract execution if funding has been awarded.
 Janelle LoBello - Communications Coodinator
As the Communications Coordinator, my job is simple – communicate the Reeve Foundation's mission and beliefs however I can with lots of energy and a confidence that we truly are the source for spinal cord injury information. I do this by writing some of our online content and press releases, interacting in our online community, and attending some of our many events.
 Michele Loiacono - Vice President, Human Resources and Special Initiatives
My job responsibilities include directing all aspects of human resources, from managing all employee benefits to working with staff to ensure employee satisfaction, managing and overseeing the donor database to all accounts receivable and accounts payable, and serving as a member of the executive staff to help the Foundation achieve its goals, among other daily activities.
 Donna Lowich - Information Specialist
I provide information and resources in response to questions regarding spinal cord injuries, stroke and other conditions that result in paralysis. As someone who has had a spinal cord injury for twenty-five years, I try to add a personal touch when I am responding to a question, either by letter, email or on the phone.
 Julie Lubinsky - Manager of Web Production and Social Media
Working with the Foundation's digital media team, I make sure ChristopherReeve.org is updated on a daily basis to give you reasons to come back every day. Social media drives awareness of the Reeve Foundation's mission and in engages our community by aggregating and sharing inspiring stories and news about spinal cord injury and paralysis from all over the world. Engage with us on Twitter (@ReeveFoundation), Facebook and in our online Paralysis Community.
 Sam Maddox - Knowledge Manager
I am author of the Paralysis Resource Guide and producer of the Reeve Report and Progress in Research newsletters.
 Kathy McArthur- Information Specialist
I assist individuals, family members, friends, caregivers and professionals in finding authoritative information, resources, and tools.
 Katie Spiegel - Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
I work with foundations and corporations to secure grants that support and expand the Reeve Foundation's mission and programs. I am also responsible for our cause marketing partnerships - please get in touch if your company would like to work with us!
 Patricia Stush - Director of Development
I work with donors, particularly in the area of major gifts, as well as volunteers who spearhead fundraising activities to expand support for the Reeve Foundation's mission and programs.
 Bea Torre - Executive Assistant to the CEO and Legal Affairs Administration
I act as liaison to the Foundation's distinguished Board of Directors and also handle planned gifts administration, contracts, trademark monitoring, and compliance and regulatory matters for the Foundation.
 Donna Valente - Director, Quality of Life Grants
I have the incredibly rewarding responsibility of carrying on Dana Reeve's vision of the Quality of Life grants program on a day-to-day basis. I enjoy talking to representatives from organizations all over the United States and beyond that are doing exciting, innovative programs and activities to help empower and support individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. In each of our 2 grant cycles per year, I typically process around 300 grant applications, usually totaling over $10 million in requested funds annually. Chris's two older children, Matthew and Alexandra, are both members of the Reeve Foundation Board of Directors and serve on the Quality of Life Committee and are very engaged and involved with the Foundation.
 Rebecca Wasserman - Manager, Donor and Volunteer Relations
As I member of the Development Team, I work on various fundraising initiatives; this includes our direct mail program, working with our dedicated Champions Committee, contributing to local and national events, and providing information and support for our donors and volunteers as needed.
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