Our Team

Michelle (she/her/hers) has an extensive background in administration, advocacy, and organizational development.

She has over 15 years of experience and commitment to reproductive health and justice. She earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University.

Linda (she/her/hers) joined MFHC with over twenty years’ experience in accounting, finance, and administration. With a passion for providing analysis and information that leads to moving the mission forward, Linda has worked primarily in healthcare accounting settings throughout her career. She earned a Bachelor’s of Arts degree from Ashford University, graduating magna cum laude.

Rhonda (she/her/hers) has been a constant at MFHC since 2009; she is responsible for maintaining organizational infrastructure, central communications, meeting planning, and office administration.

Rhonda earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Missouri State University.

Brittany (she/her/hers) comes to MFHC after working for the past 12 years with the Missouri Department of Revenue. She prides herself on being mission-driven, and has extensive experience in accounts payable/receivables, financial reporting, and contract compliance. Brittany received her Bachelor’s degree from Columbia College and her Master’s degree in Accounting from Maryville University.

Kendall (she/her/hers) has extensive experience in evaluation, analytics, and applied research in government and nonprofit settings. Previously, she has evaluated such topics as mental health and substance use treatment, homelessness initiatives, and public health prevention. She received her Masters degree from the University of Denver in Clinical Psychology – International Disaster Psychology Specialty.

Raissa (she/her/hers) comes to MFHC from Texas, where she worked for four years as a women's health nurse practitioner and adjunct nursing professor.

Raissa received her Master's degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Ashley (she/her/hers) directs the program initiatives implemented under MFHC's mission, monitoring and compliance, and provides technical support and training to health centers participating in MFHC's programs, including Title X and The Right Time.

Ashley obtained her Master's degrees from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis and her Bachelor of Science degree from Truman State University.

Tracy (she/her/hers) comes to MFHC with substantial experience in the sexual and reproductive healthcare field; previously, she worked for The National Clinical Training Center for Family Planning in Kansas City, where she provided technical assistance, training, and support to the Title X network of providers and the wider family planning community.

Phyllis (she/her/hers) comes to MFHC after serving in several roles in higher education over the course of 12 years. She has experience developing programs for LGBTQIA communities, as well as advising and coordinating programs for Lincoln University’s Women’s Resource Center. Phyllis earned her Master of Education degree from Lincoln University.

Mandy (she/her/hers) oversees MFHC's integrated advocacy and has fifteen years' experience in health, rights, and justice.

She holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of South Dakota.

Martha (she/her/hers) comes to MFHC after serving six years in the Missouri State House of Representatives, advocating for social justice and access to healthcare. Previously, she worked as a Health Care Advocate for the MO Medicaid Coalition and Missouri Rural Crisis Center, as well as a Community Organizer for Planned Parenthood of Kansas and Mid-Missouri. A social worker by training, she holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Master of Social Work from Mizzou.

Leslie (she/her/hers) is responsible for communicating MFHC's mission and program of work among the organization's discrete audiences. She oversees all internal and external communications for MFHC, ensuring messages are consistent and engaging, as well as manages MFHC's press relations.