Meet the driving force of Gryt Health
The Gryt Health Team is comprised of humans who work remotely from all over the United States and hold a myriad of healthcare experiences as patients, survivors, caregivers, and researchers. The healthcare experiences they have encountered add value to our team in immeasurable ways.
Learn more about our board members and then explore our C.R.E.A.T.E. team members.
Board of Directors
Bob Brentin
“Improving the circumstances of those living with cancer more bearable and finding ways to mitigate the pain and connect with others is something that I find extremely valuable.”
David Craig
“My approach and hope with everything that GRYT does is to be authentic about my life and create a safe space for others to feel seen, heard, and valued.”
Kenny Kane
Bio coming soon!
Brad Love, PhD
Bio coming soon!
Shelley Nolden
The first sign of her disease was losing her baby during the nineteenth week of pregnancy. She spent the first forty days of her illness inpatient, simultaneously mourning the loss of her baby while missing her eighteen-month-old.
Sheila Thorne
Bio coming soon!
Advisory Board
David Beach
Bio coming soon!
Dr. Catherine Benedict
“I can work with a patient and give personalized care, but to have a big impact on the whole community, to take it out of the hospital, and be able to reach thousands and maybe one day millions, that’s really exciting.”
Dr. Guy Boike
“I believe we’re on the verge of filling significant gaps in healthcare and healthcare support.”
Kate Griffin
Bio coming soon!
Shwen Gwee
Bio coming soon!
Dr. Kamala Maddali
Bio coming soon!
Jennifer Sertl
“I’m inspired to do work with Gryt Health by the impact we have on the community.”
Community
Chris Chamars
“I love that Gryt Health is trying to change how we approach situations and problems by incorporating different perspectives.”
Lauren Lastauskas
“… I’ve always been pretty outspoken, but after cancer, it’s really taught me time is precious. Not in some magical, whimsical way but in the way of saying no when you don’t want to do something.”
Vivibot
As the Gryt Health Support Extraordinaire, I was designed to increase resilience and decrease distress for people facing healthcare crises and challenges.
Research
Rachel Byrd
“I’m grateful daily for the opportunities I have to help our community and help them feel less alone in their experiences.”
Dr. Darcy Flora
“I’m excited to see the research team continue to be so successful in doing research work that is making direct impact to patients.”
Dr. Dan Platt
Bio coming soon!
Sam Schneider
“It’s amazing to be a part of an organization that puts both patients’ and employees’ mental and physical well-being first.”
Empowerment
Dave Bjork
Bio coming soon!
Emily Diaz
Bio coming soon!
Hailey Johnston
Bio coming soon!
Uma Rana
“I’m honored to be a part of a company dedicated to such purposeful projects and missions.”
Eileen Shannon
Bio coming soon!
Roxanne Sharkey
Bio coming soon!
Katie Stout
Bio coming soon!
Administrative
Kevin Beckford
“I’m driven to use my voice to promote equity for all and have meaningful impacts on the lives of the people I lead.”
Jessica Carroll
“My community allows me to not only connect with my coworkers on that level, but I get to connect with an entire community and partners who get it. It’s just expanded and enriched my life tenfold.”
David Craig
“My approach and hope with everything that GRYT does is to be authentic about my life and create a safe space for others to feel seen, heard, and valued.”
Colleen Elberty
Bio coming soon!
Amy Spindler
“With Gryt Health encompassing research, support, and public policy, I feel like our organization is the epitome of a holistic approach.”
Bill Walsh
Bio coming soon!
Technology
David Aleksandrowicz
Bio coming soon!
Beth Franklin
Bio coming soon!
Kenny Kane
Bio coming soon!
Ben Valence
“There are times that might be uncomfortable in speaking up or asking questions, but in the long run, that’s what makes you a better person.”
Lenore Watson
Bio coming soon!
Engagement
Christian Bullock
Katie DeRaddo
“I’m driven to use my voice because I understands that in the healthcare system, not everyone is taken seriously. There are misrepresentations and misunderstandings for a variety of reasons.”
Leah Hennessey
Bio coming soon!
Dee Phelps
Bio coming soon!
