Valentino Achak Deng
Co-Founder & President
The people behind the work
Our Team
Meet the staff, directors, and advisors who support the VAD Foundation’s mission and programs.
The people serving our mission
Staff
C. Rogers
Fundraising & United States Operations Director
S. Streeper
Administrative Assistant
Leadership and governance
Board of Directors
Ann Goldblatt
Interim Board President
A longtime nonprofit leader with experience in capital campaigns, event planning, arts consulting, and student mentorship.
Tiffanie DeBartolo
Board Vice President
Chief Executive Super Goddess of Bright Antenna Records, co-founder of the ShineMaker Foundation, and an author.
Rachel Klemmer
Treasurer
A Certified Public Accountant whose work includes nonprofit accounting and finance, with experience supporting international development programs in East Africa.
Greg Larson
Board Member
A writer and consultant in public policy, social impact, economics, and sustainability; he previously served as the Foundation’s associate director.
Scott Schumaker
Board Member
Managing Partner and Chief Operating Officer of Bright Antenna Records, a former professional triathlete, and a children’s book author.
Brian Herlihy
Board Member
Founder of Black Rhino, with extensive experience in infrastructure development and project finance across Africa.
Oscar van Gelderen
Board Member
A former publisher and current manager of authors and artists, with a long career in international publishing.
Mascha Davis
Board Member
A registered dietitian nutritionist, humanitarian, and founder of Nomadista Nutrition, with experience managing nutrition programs in Africa.
Guidance and support