Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is a professional American basketball player who has played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) since 2012. As a person who stutters, Kidd-Gilchrist serves as an ambassador to the stuttering community. In 2021, he founded Change & Impact, Inc. a stuttering initiative with a mission to improve access to healthcare and expand services and resources for those who stutter. He regularly appears nationwide as a guest speaker at camps and healthcare associations focused on stuttering, and colleges and universities offering Communication Sciences and Disorders programs to visit colleges, universities, hospitals, camps and support groups both nationally and internationally.
Joseph Donaher, Ph.D., is the Academic and Research Program Director of the Center for Childhood Communication at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Donaher is an Assistant Professor of Otorhinolaryngology at The University of Pennsylvania. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Fluency and Fluency Disorders. Currently Dr. Donaher serves as treasurer on the American Board of Fluency and Fluency Disorders. His clinical and research interests focus on the assessment and treatment of school-age children who stutter and disfluency patterns secondary to neurological conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Kristen M. Peifer is a seasoned marketing and public relations strategist with over 25 years of experience across several industries including sports and entertainment, consumer technology, government affairs, healthcare, legal, and non-profits. She develops integrated marketing and communications campaigns that successfully launch or cultivate brands through strategic messaging, business relationships, and community engagement. Her national and international media relations experience successfully increases brand awareness while establishing strong, positive reputations for clients. As Founder and CEO of LiftU Public Relations, she serves as advisor and publicist to high-profile celebrity clients, executives, and corporations.
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is a professional American basketball player who has played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) since 2012. As a person who stutters, Kidd-Gilchrist serves as an ambassador to the stuttering community. In 2021, he founded Change & Impact, Inc. a stuttering initiative with a mission to improve access to healthcare and expand services and resources for those who stutter. He regularly appears nationwide as a guest speaker at camps and healthcare associations focused on stuttering, and colleges and universities offering Communication Sciences and Disorders programs to visit colleges, universities, hospitals, camps and support groups both nationally and internationally.
Roosevelt Cooper is a dedicated technology professional and community advocate. He currently contributes his expertise to Google's cybersecurity sales team. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is committed to serving the community and actively champions disenfranchised populations in his hometown of Camden, NJ, and has a long-standing history of empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Jordan Katzman is a passionate advocate for individuals who stutter and a proud member of the stuttering community. As the founder of SmileDirectClub, Jordan brings his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to creating positive change to the board of Change & Impact. Having experienced firsthand, the life-changing benefits of speech therapy for his own stuttering, Jordan is deeply committed to improving access to these essential services for all people who stutter.
Michael Vines is a lifelong stutterer and passionate advocate for individuals who stutter. Drawing on his own experiences, he deeply understands the challenges faced by the stuttering community and works to inspire resilience and inclusivity. A former software engineer with over 20 years of experience, Michael has worked in both large tech companies and startups, building a diverse and accomplished career. A graduate of the University of Waterloo, he has made Southern California his home since college. Michael is dedicated to raising awareness, fostering understanding, and empowering others to thrive despite the obstacles of stuttering.
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