Our Team

David Darragh serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Team Gleason, where he leads efforts to elevate the foundation’s national presence through strategic partnerships, fundraising initiatives, and long-range planning. Since joining the organization as Managing Director, David has played a vital role in Team Gleason’s expansion—more than doubling its size in just three years, securing critical state and federal funding, and driving significant growth in fundraising. His leadership also helped launch transformative partnerships, including a groundbreaking collaboration with Ochsner Health. 

With a long-standing executive background in food manufacturing and marketing, David made a purposeful shift toward mission-driven work, bringing his business acumen and people-centered leadership style to the ALS community. He finds deep fulfillment in developing team culture and is energized by working alongside passionate colleagues who are united in purpose. 

As Chief Strategy Officer, David works closely with the CEO and leadership team to guide strategic initiatives that support the organization’s growth and impact. His work focuses on building relationships, expanding corporate giving, and developing a robust, sustainable fundraising strategy to ensure that Team Gleason continues empowering people living with ALS across the country. 

David’s connection to ALS began with the story of Lou Gehrig and deepened through the example set by Steve Gleason. He draws daily inspiration from their courage and resilience. Originally from Cincinnati, David moved to New Orleans in 1998, where he and his wife are raising their two children.

Kenny is integral to the fundamental day-to-day financial and operational aspects within Team Gleason. His background in business and finance has been an asset to Team Gleason’s primary focus of helping people with ALS each and every day. The role Kenny plays ensures the Foundation can continue to say “yes” to thousands of requests each year.

Although Kenny did not know much about ALS, he joined Steve’s care team in 2016 and now has a rich understanding of not only the disease, but a valued understanding of the complexities of caring for someone with the disease. Kenny’s first-hand knowledge has made him a go-to resource for troubleshooting and problem solving for our team.

Everything in Suzanne’s life directed her perfectly to Team Gleason. She’s been friends with Michel since the 9th grade, was in Steve and Michel’s wedding, and is a leader in advertising and marketing.  When Team Gleason was founded, Suzanne jumped in with both feet to assist with all things creative. 

When Steve declared there will be “no white flags” when founding Team Gleason, Suzanne seemed to make that her personal mantra when approaching any project for the group or for people with ALS.

Adina Bradshaw serves as Chief Impact Officer at Team Gleason, where she leads the strategic development and expansion of innovative programs that deliver measurable, lasting impact for people living with ALS and their families. In this role, Adina oversees the design, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives that advance Team Gleason’s mission through evidence-based practices and forward-thinking solutions. 

A nationally recognized expert in Assistive Technology and Speech-Language Pathology, Adina brings over two decades of clinical and leadership experience to the foundation. Before joining Team Gleason, she worked in the Accessibility Center of Excellence at Twitter and led efforts in clinical practice, assistive technology, and research at Shepherd Center.  Her commitment to accessibility and inclusion has made her a trusted voice in developing solutions that empower people with mobility, speech, and communication disabilities. 

Adina holds multiple professional credentials including RESNA certification as an Assistive Technology Professional and IAAP certification in Accessibility Core Competencies. She also holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a licensed speech pathologist in Georgia. Her interdisciplinary background drives her passion for creating scalable, impactful solutions at the intersection of technology and care. 

As Chief Impact Officer, Adina ensures that Team Gleason remains a leader in delivering high-quality, innovative support to the ALS community—advocating for change, raising awareness, and turning bold ideas into practical solutions.  

As a member of Team Gleason’s Innovation Team, Brad is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals living with ALS and their caregivers. His work as a Speech-Language Pathologist involves research, innovation, and the delivery of cutting-edge services and resources to people across the country. Brad’s commitment to utilizing Assistive Technology to enhance quality of life is a crucial component of his role.

Brad’s life experiences and interest in technology are what drive him. Beyond his professional dedication, Brad is a die-hard Saints fan, a loving pet parent to a Frenchie named Beaux, and a passionate concert-goer.

Sarah Mosely, MSP, CCC-SLP, ATP serves as the Partnership and Innovation Project Manager at Team Gleason, where she helps drive strategic growth through collaboration and technology innovation. A Speech-Language Pathologist and Assistive Technology Professional, Sarah brings more than a decade of experience in inpatient neurorehabilitation, school-based AAC services, and research focused on the accessibility and usability of mainstream technologies.
In her role, Sarah manages key partnerships with external organizations and supports the development and evaluation of emerging technologies with the potential to positively impact the ALS community. Her unique blend of clinical expertise, research experience, and passion for innovation allows her to contribute meaningfully to Team Gleason’s mission of improving life for people living with ALS by helping them maintain autonomy, identity, and connection.
Sarah was drawn to Team Gleason by the opportunity to combine her lifelong interests in research, technology, and communication into a single, purpose-driven role. She finds her work deeply fulfilling, knowing that the technologies she helps bring forward can empower individuals to reclaim pieces of their independence and self-expression. 

As Program Services Manager at Team Gleason, Andrea oversees Program Services operations, service quality, and team performance to drive the organization’s impact. She brings nearly 15 years of experience in home and community-based services and long-term services and support across Louisiana and Mississippi, including over a decade with a federal program helping individuals transition out of institutional settings and remain independent in their communities. 

“It is difficult to put into words how deeply this work affects me,” Andrea says. “My career did not begin with this purpose in mind, but time and time again, I have felt called back to work that promotes dignity, access, and independence for people living with disabilities.” Andrea supported individuals living with ALS in prior roles before joining Team Gleason, giving her a deep understanding of access, independence, and person-centered care.  

Originally from Gulfport, Mississippi, she’s a college graduate who has called the New Orleans area home for nearly 12 years. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling, live music, and finding a really good slice of pizza. 

Louisiana native Michael Holoway is a perfect addition to the Team Gleason Technology program. His experience in leadership, management and customer service is incredibly valuable for Team Gleason’s mission, but also critically important to the ALS community.

In joining Team Gleason, Michael said, “the ability to bring positive change into people’s lives is the most rewarding thing I have ever had the pleasure of doing in my professional career.”

Michael is a life-long Saints fan and that kind of fighting spirit is a job requirement at Team Gleason.

As the Shipping & Logistics Coordinator, Lance’s role is critical to putting assistive equipment and technology into the hands of our ALS community. Lance works daily to ensure individuals and their caregivers are equipped with what they need to live productive lives.

Betty Maina is the Executive Assistant to the CEO at Team Gleason, where she supports executive leadership by managing priorities, coordinating schedules, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations. She helps drive clarity across meetings, communications, and projects while building systems and workflows that improve efficiency and reduce friction across the organization.

Drawn to Team Gleason’s deeply purpose‑driven mission, Betty finds meaning in contributing to work that directly supports individuals and families navigating ALS. Through this role, she has gained a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the ALS community and the importance of advocacy, innovation, and compassionate support. Her background in customer service, high‑pressure environments, health sector training, and experience in the AI space allows her to approach her work with both structure and empathy. Betty is family‑oriented and enjoys reading and cooking as ways to recharge outside of work.

A native of Bossier City, Louisiana, Savanna brings a thoughtful blend of professional experience and personal connection to her role as the Events and Development Associate at Team Gleason.

Having witnessed a close family member’s journey with ALS, Savanna is deeply inspired by the care, passion, and humanity Team Gleason offers to the ALS community. In her role, she supports the planning and execution of Team Gleason events, partners with third-party organizers, and contributes to vital fundraising efforts.

Prior to joining Team Gleason, Savanna worked in fundraising events, managing a wide range of programs from large-scale galas to intimate donor gatherings. Her background reflects a strong commitment to mission-driven work and community engagement.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her cat, Sparky. She also loves staying active, cooking, and exploring her creativity through pottery classes.

Steve once said, “through adversity we find our heroes,” and our very own Content Strategist, Kacie Banegas, is a living example of that statement. Kacie is a Type One diabetic, who like the ALS community we help, is empowered through the use of technology. Every day, Kacie uses innovative technology to manage her Diabetes, so she knows all too well how the power of technology can give back some of what diseases take away.

Kacie is the consummate “message-bringer.” She uses her natural writing abilities to share inspiring stories about the ALS community and the work Team Gleason does as community partners. Kacie was born and raised in New Orleans and we are glad she calls Team Gleason “home.”

Born and raised in New Orleans, Abby grew up viewing Steve Gleason as a local legend and hero, making her path to Team Gleason feel full circle. Now a Marketing Associate, Abby supports the organization’s mission through content creation across social media, emails, blogs, and digital platforms, helping share the mission and impact of Team Gleason.

Abby’s connection to Team Gleason is deeply personal. After a close family friend was diagnosed with ALS, she developed a strong appreciation for the work being done to support individuals and families. In her role, she loves being able to share stories that move and inspire her every day, finding purpose in amplifying the voices and experiences that make Team Gleason so special. Outside of work, Abby enjoys advocating for animals, watching movies and TV shows, and being a proud cat parent.

If there was ever a real-life superhero, the ALS community would tell you it’s Liz. Working directly with families living with ALS, Liz navigates insurance benefits and helps locate additional resources as needed. Longtime friend of Steve and Michel, Liz jumped right into supporting Team Gleason. “Following Steve’s diagnosis, I sought out families living with ALS, all of whom welcomed me and were eager to share their hard-earned knowledge and experiences,” she says. “If it can be said that there is a silver lining to this awful disease, it is the community. I’ve never met a more intelligent, respectful, and generous group of people and I continue to learn from them every day.”

Drawing from personal experiences with rare diseases, Liz hopes that her work with Team Gleason helps make someone else’s ALS journey just a little easier.

As Human Resources Coordinator at Team Gleason, Yvonne supports the organization’s people and day-to-day HR operations, from helping create a positive employee experience to coordinating people-related initiatives and ensuring staff have the resources they need to thrive. She’s drawn to work that combines organization and strategy with the human side of HR, helping build an environment where people feel valued, supported, and connected to the mission.

“Even the work we do behind the scenes can have a real impact on people’s lives,” Yvonne says. She was drawn to Team Gleason by its deeply human mission and the chance to be part of something bigger than herself, an organization that not only supports people living with ALS but advocates for dignity, independence, and a better quality of life. Her background in HR has taught her the importance of listening and understanding different perspectives, and her own personal experiences navigating change have shaped how she shows up for others with compassion and curiosity.

Originally from Nairobi, Kenya, Yvonne enjoys walks in Karura Forest, a good show, and a good book when she’s recharging outside of work.