The Overview: September 2025
Friends: September was nothing short of extraordinary. Our community came together with passion and purpose for Ovarian & Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, and together we not only met our fundraising … Continued
OCRA Board of Directors
Our Board
Distinguished leaders from fields including healthcare, law, entertainment, hospitality, and more make up our Board of Directors. While diverse in their areas of expertise, all of our members are united in their passion to advance ovarian and related gynecologic cancer research, help guide our path forward, and contribute toward our goal of finding a cure.
Board Members
Debra Birnbaum
Jeannette Chang
Mei-Li da Silva Vint, Esq.
Andrew Feuerstein, Esq.
Carol J. Hamilton
John W. Hansbury, Esq.
Emeritus Executive Committee Member
Caroline Hirsch
Dana L. Mark, Esq.
Emeritus Executive Committee Member
Chris Newcomb
Melissa Rivkin
Lisa Schreiber
Elle Simone Scott
Laura Shawver, PhD
Chris Tilberis
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