A Committed Team of Staff and Volunteers
Patricia Wolff, M.D.
Executive Director
Dr. Wolff founded MFK in 2003 in response to the inadequacies of malnutrition treatment in Haiti. After witnessing first-hand the power of RUTF while visiting RUTF-pioneer Dr. Mark Manary in Malawi, Dr. Wolff transferred the technology of RUTF to Haiti, a country where she had previously been volunteering for more than 15 years. Dr. Wolff is also a pediatrician in private practice in St. Louis, Missouri and a Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine.
Thomas Stehl
Deputy Director
Dr. Wolff connected with Tom while he was in the middle of his first-of-its-kind social entrepreneurship masters program at Washington University. Recognized by his professors at both the George Warren Brown School of Social Work and the Olin Business School as an extraordinary talent,Tom helped MFK in its early years to establish a business plan and to draft several successful funding proposals. He continues to be invaluable as our Managing Director.
Norman Madsen
Development Director
Norm, an ordained Methodist Minister, comes to MFK with an impressive career in development and fundraising for several academic institutions. His knowledge is well utilized at MFK as we continue to expand our development goals and prospects. Norm brings an expertise that will give MFK a crucial advantage as we grow.
Marianne Frapwell
Development Officer
Marianne first began working with MFK in 2009 while she was studying for her masters at the George Warren Brown School of Social Work and the Olin Business School. During this time Marianne traveled to Haiti where she worked to ensure MFK’s financial procedures complied with the international standards. Marianne now uses her skills to expand MFK’s development prospects, which will allow us to expand our Medika Mamba and agricultural programs.
Maryse Sterlin Sine
General Administrator
Maryse joined MFK in January 2010 as General Administrator of our operations and factory in Cap-Haitian. A native of northern Haiti, she has lived and worked in the US and brings a wealth of experience across multiple sectors - airlines, banking, manufacturing to name but a few - as well as speaking three languages.
James Rhoads
Agriculture Development Specialist
Jamie has lived, worked and conducted research in Haiti for many years. He speaks Creole fluently and has a wealth of educational and life experiences that make him superbly suited to head up our program to develop more and better peanuts in Haiti. After finishing his Master's degree at Cornell, Dr. Wolff convinced him to join MFK's team.
Pamela Zayas
Office Manager
Pamela joined MFK in 2010 and quickly became vital for the day-to-day operations in St. Louis. She has brought with her many essential skills she acquired while working in the health care and corporate sectors. Pamela’s versatility and patience allow her to manage the variety of tasks required to keep MFK running smoothly.
Alice (Tia) Rowan
Accountant
Alice, who goes by Tia, came to MFK in 2010. She has a natural affinity for numbers and a habit of speaking in “Accountese”. Tia’s accounting knowledge and skills are an integral part of allowing MFK to plan and manage our strategic growth. Before Tia came to MFK she worked in the non-profit sector for a number of years most recently at National Farm Worker Ministry.
Board of Directors
Headed by President, Marilyn Gannon, MBA, the Board of MFK is intimately involved in all aspects of the organization. This is a very hardworking all volunteer board who not only provides financial oversight and governance but also writes and produces a print and online newsletter, develops publicity information and assists with fundraising.
