Our Team

Elisa Vinson Borah, Ph.D., MSSW, Program Director

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, PhD
Research Director
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, MSSW
Program Director
Ashley Craig

As a veteran spouse, Ashley is dedicated to applying her passion for mental health wellness focusing on communications, outreach, and delivering resources to veterans and their families.

Ashley Craig, M.Ed
Marketing & Outreach 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, MS
Program Manager
Molly Platz

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, M.Ed
Outreach Manager
Molly Platz

At the Institute, Molly wears a number of hats, leading efforts around research, programming, and event management. Her specific work at the VSN focuses on communications and graphic design.

Molly Platz, LMSW
Communications & Design Specialist