OCRA’s dedicated staff members bring passion, expertise, and a collaborative spirit to the fight against ovarian and related gynecologic cancers. Whether spearheading innovative research initiatives or creating engaging support programs, OCRA’s team is devoted to advancing progress and igniting hope. Together, we are committed to improving the lives of patients and their families, ensuring anyone impacted by gynecologic cancer feels understood, empowered, and supported.
Audra Moran
President & CEO
As President & CEO of Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA), Audra heads the largest global charity for ovarian and related gynecologic cancer research and advocacy. She directs overall strategy, operations, and fundraising to promote progress and awareness while hastening breakthroughs in diagnostics and treatments with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.
Sarah DeFeo
Chief Program Officer
Sarah DeFeo, OCRA’s Chief Program Officer, joined OCRA in November 2008 and oversees OCRA’s annual grant solicitation and review progress, working closely with the Scientific Advisory Committee. Under her leadership, applications to OCRA’s three research grant programs have quadrupled.
Vice President, Support & Education
Senior Director, Treatment Access and Scientific Education
Senior Director, Social Work Education and Research
Director, Patient Support
Director, Survivors Teaching Students®
Director, Education
Senior Manager, Patient Support
Senior Manager, Programs
Manager, Programs
Steps Counselor
Steps Counselor
Steps Counselor
Jon Zeidman
Chief Development Officer
Jon Zeidman is OCRA’s Chief Development Officer, where he leads the organization’s comprehensive revenue strategy, including major gifts, annual giving, corporate and industry partnerships, foundation relations, special events, and planned giving. As a member of OCRA’s executive team, he helps shape the organization’s strategic direction and long-term growth. Jon also provides executive oversight for the organization’s finance, human resources, and operational functions.
Lydia Smith
Vice President, Operations & Finance
Lydia Smith is OCRA’s Vice President, Operations & Finance. She joined the organization in 2024 and oversees core operational functions, including human resources, information technology, compliance, and organizational infrastructure, as well as executive oversight of financial management. She brings a strategic, systems-focused approach to building efficient and mission-aligned operations that support OCRA’s work.
September is Ovarian and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month—a time for our community to unite, raise awareness, and push forward in the search for better treatments and cures. This year, that push forward took a major step. In May, we launched the Research Exchange, a new kind of online community that represents a fundamental shift in how … Continued
Ovarian Cycle is back in Rio Grande Valley on September 19, and KRGV-TV Channel 5 News (ABC) recently sat down with Marlynn Olivarez, organizer of the fundraiser, to talk about the event and why it matters. Over the past 10 years, the Rio Grande Valley community has raised more than $66,000 for ovarian and gynecologic cancer research … Continued
Submit Your Questions for the FDA Listening Session On September 16–17, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) will host the International Gynecologic Cancer Conference®, the largest conference dedicated to the gynecologic cancer community. Day 2 features a special opportunity: a Listening Session with leaders from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Ask questions about the FDA’s … Continued
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