Meet the Board of Directors Team

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    Jeremy “JD” Scott

    PRESIDENT

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    Ian Nicholas

    VICE PRESIDENT

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    Suzy Valles

    TREASURER

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    Maddison Sharp

    SECREATARY

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    Melissa Phenix

    CHAIR – MISSION & OUTREACH

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    Valerie Flanigan

    CHAIR - TRAUMA-INFORMED DEVELOPMENT

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    Rhon Applegate

    FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER

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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

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    Erica Martinez

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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.

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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.