Our Team

Hannah O'Brien

As a veteran spouse, Hannah has worked for the Veteran Spouse Network since 2017, helping create, implement, and evaluate supportive programs for military and veteran spouses, partners, and families.

Hannah O'Brien
Program Director
Elisa Vinson Borah

Dr. Borah's work focuses on conducting research and designing programs to identify effective programming and supports for service members, veterans, spouses, and their families.

Elisa Borah
Research Director
Ashley Craig

As a veteran spouse, Ashley joined the VSN in 2020 during a significant moment in her life. She is committed to inspiring and promoting mental wellness within the military and veteran community.

Ashley Craig
Learning & Development Manager
Laurianne Rodriguez

Laurianne is a United States Air Force (USAF) veteran, and a veteran spouse. Laurianne has worked for over a decade bolstering supports and advocating for military families

Laurianne Rodriguez
Program Manager
Jamela Davis

Jamela has dedicated much of her career providing support to the military community. She has assisted caregivers of wounded, ill, and injured service members by providing resources in finance, education, and employment.

Jamela Davis
Outreach Manager
Rachel Hernandez

Previously, Rachel worked to support and advocate on behalf of unhoused veterans. She feels passionate about working with this community.

Rachel Hernandez
Program Coordinator
Katherine Gower

Katherine's research interests include dialogue, conflict resolution, military and veteran family wellness, and community-based research.

Katherine Gower
Research Associate
Haley Wallace

Haley is a brand strategist and designer who specializes in wellness promotion.

Haley Wallace
Brand Communications Manager
Haley Wallace

Shane Traughber is a full-stack marketer with over a decade of experience in the healthcare, sports, and wellness spaces.

Shane Traughber
Senior Marketing & Communications Specialist
Becca Schaefer

Alexandra supports programs and outreach initiatives that foster connection, learning, and access to resources.

Alexandra Ferguson
Outreach Coordinator
Becca Schaefer

Desiree joined the VSN team as Training Administration Assistant, contributing to registration, management, and training efforts.

Desiree Flores
Training Administration Assistant