Officers & Directors

Board of Directors and Officers

The Metropolitan Washington Chapter is structured with a Board of Directors, an Advisory Board, and active committees. Key focal responsibilities for these committees are Membership, University Relations, Development, Activities, Communications, Finance, and Administration.

Our fiscal year extends from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.

Co-Presidents
Julie Hohl (2023-25)
Patty Sparrell (2023-25)

Treasurer
Silvija Strikis (2023-25)

Secretary
Kristen Bloschock (2024-26)

Endowment Treasurer
Jane Riddle (2024-26)

Co-VPs, Activities
Charlotte Knight (2023-25)
Mary Jo Ruane (2023-25)

VP, Administration 
Sarah Doverspike (2023-25)

Interim VP, Communications
Patty Sparrell (2024-25)

Co-VPs, Development
Trish O'Malley (2024-26)
Christine Peterson (2024-26)

VP, Finance
Sharon Gross (2023-25)

VP, Membership
Neela Babu (2023-25)

VP, University Relations
Michelle Francis (2024-26)

Assistant Treasurer
Lubna Zahir

Heartline
Beth Parker

Members at Large
Michelle Bailey
Miriam Erickson
Karen Magley
Rebecca McNeilly
Amy Mykityshyn