Meet the People Behind MKMRF
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Liz Joshua
CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Will Knaak
CO-FOUNDER & PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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Suzy Valles
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
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Crystal Street
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT
We believe in the power of music to heal, connect, and build resilience. As board members of The Marnie Knaak Music & Resilience Foundation, we are committed to honoring Marnie’s legacy, guiding this mission with integrity, and ensuring every note we play together creates hope for children, families, and communities.
Musicians Who Teach, Mentors Who Care
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Will Knaak
Guitarist, Songwriter, Educator
Will is a guitarist and songwriter passionate about helping students find their musical voice. As Program Director at the Marnie Knaak Music & Resilience Foundation, he blends performance, mentorship, and trauma-informed teaching to inspire creativity, connection, and resilience through music.