Team

Beth’s extensive oncology experience started in 2007 where she worked as a registered nurse in adult oncology and palliative care. In 2017, she transitioned to the pediatric neuro-oncology population as a nurse navigator with Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana. Beth completed ELNEC (End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium) training to become comfortable with challenging, end-of-life conversations. Beth strives to build relationships with families and anticipate the needs of the patients she is supporting. She remains involved with a local non-profit providing camp nursing support to children affected by cancer.

A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Alexandra spent nearly a decade as a medical social worker at The Mayo Clinic in Florida, primarily dedicated to the oncology and transplant departments. She was inspired to pursue a career in social work after becoming the primary caregiver for her mother, who received a double lung transplant. Alexandra is passionate about helping patients and families navigate difficult situations and empowering them along their journey.

Fostering a lifelong passion for advancing quality healthcare, Megan recently graduated with a Master’s degree in Health Administration at the Brooks College of Health at the University of North Florida. Prior to joining BTN, she provided administrative support in a busy medical practice focused on integrative medicine. Megan earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Administration from the University of North Florida, an early testament to her dedicated and steadfast passion for the Healthcare profession.

Shawn Coleman is an experienced hematology/oncology nurse with over seven years of direct cellular therapy and transplant care experience, including CAR-T, bone marrow transplant, chemotherapy, and clinical trials. At Mayo Clinic Florida, she served as a Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator, guiding patients and families through complex transplant and cellular therapy processes. In this role, she coordinated with  multidisciplinary teams and external partners including the National Marrow Donor Program, supported accreditation standards, streamlined pre-mobilization and stem cell collection, and provided clear, compassionate education at every step.

A graduate of the University of North Florida’s BSN program, Shawn is also a Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse. She is committed to collaborative, detail-focused care and to empowering patients and caregivers to make informed decisions throughout treatment.

A graduate of Southern New Hampshire University with a Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Education, Harley’s journey into healthcare began at a young age after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and experiencing firsthand the uncertainty of a hospital environment. This personal experience ignited her desire to support others navigating their own healthcare challenges.

Before joining BTN, Harley served as Admissions Director in a skilled nursing facility where she developed a deep understanding of patient needs and the importance of compassionate care. Originally from Massachusetts, Harley now calls Florida home. In her free time, she enjoys spending a day at the beach, shopping, or relaxing with her beloved German Shepherd-Alaskan Malamute mix.

Anna DeVries is a recent graduate of the Biomedical Science program at the University of Florida. She studied cancer immunotherapy in Dr. Elias Sayour’s lab within the Brain Tumor Immunotherapy Program. Her thesis centered around unraveling the mechanism of a novel mRNA nanoparticle vaccine with the ultimate goal of improving the vaccine’s clinical efficacy. She is passionate about discovering how the body’s own immune system can fight cancer.

Anna first connected with Brain Tumor Network during the Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO) annual meeting, where she attended a panel discussion highlighting the impact of patient navigation on the neuro-oncology community. Inspired by the organization’s dedication to supporting patients and families, she pursued a summer internship with BTN to contribute to this meaningful work. Following her internship, Anna joined BTN full time and is eager to deepen her involvement in advancing patient care.

Prior to becoming a full-time scientist, she was a professional dancer in Northern Virginia. Now in her free time, she likes to stay active outdoors and exercise creativity through painting

A graduate from the University of North Florida, Jenny Lyn has spent the past seven years providing direct patient care to various patient populations, including oncology, hematology, and bone marrow transplant. At Mayo Clinic Florida, she collaborated with research coordinators and was the infusion nurse for several clinical trials. Coming from a family of nurses, Jenny Lyn developed her love for nursing, especially oncology patients, after caring for her father, who passed away from lung cancer. She is passionate about educating and empowering patients and is honored to serve the brain tumor community.

Since earning her MSW degree in 2012, Madison has committed her career to working as a medical social worker in various healthcare settings. Her professional experience spans across diverse areas such as dialysis care, solid organ transplant, and maternal and newborn care. Inspired by a genuine passion for helping families, Madison’s passion and dedication were shaped by her personal observance of the exceptional care provided to others living with disabilities who were close to her. This motivated Madison to engage in different areas of healthcare,  and is now focusing her expertise on the brain tumor community with the aim of ensuring comprehensive care for individuals and their loved ones.

Molly’s extensive neuro-oncology nursing career began at Johns Hopkins as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse. She ultimately earned her master’s degree in Nursing and began working with some of Johns Hopkins’ most prestigious researchers as a Senior Research Nurse for Phase I trials for solid tumors. After over a decade with Johns Hopkins, Molly stepped into a clinical case management role supporting cancer patients with targeted navigation for a private company, which ultimately led her to pursue a neuro-oncology nurse navigation role with Brain Tumor Network.  Hailing from a family of nurses, Molly is passionate about increasing access to quality healthcare and strives to build meaningful relationships with her patients.

Prior to joining BTN, Kelly was an Oncology Nurse at a community cancer center in Jacksonville, Florida, where she helped to coordinate and provide outpatient clinical care and navigation for cancer patients undergoing treatment. Additionally, Kelly has experience as an Emergency Department Nurse in multiple New Jersey emergency departments, which led to a unique patient experience shaped by critical thinking and efficient clinical skills. Kelly is a cancer survivor. This provided the catalyst for her to pursue her degree in nursing and feeds her passion for advocating and empowering for cancer patients at Brain Tumor Network.

Elisa has over 20 years of nursing experience, with oncology and palliative care being the center of her career at Riley Hospital for Children. Elisa has earned national certifications in palliative and hospice care, hematology and oncology, and pediatric nursing. Her passion for developing relationships with her patients and their families, encouraged her to complete additional training in Vital Talk and ELNEC (End-of Life Nursing Education Consortium) that prepared her for challenging and difficult conversations related to end-of-life, treatment choices, and patient goals of care. Elisa prides herself in providing compassionate, empathetic, and informative care to her patients through education, active listening, encouragement, and in turn empowering patients to be advocates for their healthcare needs to have the best quality of life possible. She is honored to be a part of an organization that has a positive impact in the brain tumor community.

Olivia graduated from the University of North Florida with a bachelor’s degree in communications, with a focus on advertising and a minor in business management. Working for a digital marketing firm as an Account Coordinator, she gained experience in project management, social media marketing, and website analytics. Olivia’s desire to help others and work in the nonprofit sector stems from her grandmother’s battle with bladder cancer and Parkinson’s disease.

Sarah began her social work career after graduating with her MSW from Florida State University in 2014. She has worked in different areas within medical social work, specifically at Mayo Clinic in solid organ transplant and later at Nemours Children’s Health in the pediatric Hem/Onc division. Sarah is passionate about advocating for and supporting patients and their families throughout the continuum of a life altering diagnosis.

Prior to her role as Director of Operations, Laura was Director of Navigation Operations and a Nurse Navigator at BTN. Laura brings with her over 20 years’ experience, including over 10 years at New York Presbyterian Hospital in New York City, first as a Neuro-Surgical Operating Room Nurse, and later becoming the Perioperative Nurse Instructor. In this role, she provided targeted training and education to nurses assigned to the surgical department to ensure excellence in patient care. Laura’s son was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease at age 5, and patient navigation was not available for her family following his diagnosis. This experience inspired Laura to become a nurse navigator, ensuring that other families had access to the very services her family needed years prior.

A graduate of the University of North Florida’s Brooks College of Health in Jacksonville, Florida, Julia completed an internship at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville focused on patient experience and service recovery. While completing her degree in Health Administration, Julia also studied abroad in Beijing, China. Julia was compelled to begin her career in healthcare after her father’s open-heart surgery and subsequent lengthy hospitalization. Watching the nurses care for her father with such grace and compassion inspired her to choose a career path focused on helping others along similar journeys.

Kendra’s nursing career spans over a decade, having spent over four years as a Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse at Cancer Specialists of North Florida in Jacksonville, as well as two years as an Oncology Nurse at Baptist Health System in Northeast Florida. Prior to becoming a nurse, Kendra specialized in digital marketing and web design for global recruitment giant Monster.com and managed membership services for a national technology research and advisory company. Kendra was the caregiver for her brother after his terminal cancer diagnosis, an experience that drove her to change careers from website design and digital marketing to oncology nursing.

A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Anna spent 11 years as a nurse within the Duke University Health System, serving in various oncology-focused roles. Most recently, Anna dedicated five years to the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke Cancer Center as a Service Access Nurse, where she ensured that new patients had efficient and comprehensive access to the breadth of services the center provides. Anna hails from a family of healthcare professionals, with a passion for health equity and service to others instilled in her at a very young age.

Christine Schneider, BSN, RN, brings over a decade of nursing experience in oncology and transplant care. She spent 10 years at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, specializing in Bone Marrow Transplant before transitioning in 2016 to serve as a Living Kidney Donor Coordinator. Prior to her time at Mayo, Christine worked in the Bone Marrow Transplant program in Atlanta, Georgia, further deepening her expertise in complex patient care. With a strong desire to help and educate others, Christine was drawn to nursing as a way to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Her deep compassion for patients facing some of their most challenging moments led her to specialize in oncology, where she provides support and guidance with warmth and expertise. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and exploring the outdoors.

Prior to joining BTN, Brittany provided palliative care as a Nurse Practitioner in Jacksonville, Florida. Brittany also spent six years as an Intensive Care Unit Nurse at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, gaining extensive experience caring for patients with a wide variety of conditions and cancer diagnoses. When Brittany was a child, a family member passed away from cancer, and she was inspired by the stories her family told of the compassionate caregiving team. This evolved into a passion for supporting oncology patients and their caregivers.

Hayley obtained her degree in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. While completing her education and post-graduation, Hayley completed an internship with the City of Jacksonville in Florida, where she supported the city’s nonprofit grant recipients, as well as with Jacksonville Legal Aid, where she assisted with legal research and case preparation. Hayley was driven to help others after the death of her brother at age six. Her mother is also a breast cancer survivor.

Sheri Stevens brings over 17 years of nursing experience, specializing in oncology and patient advocacy. As Manager of Patient Navigation at Brain Tumor Network, Sheri draws on her background in both hospital and outpatient care to enhance the patient experience and streamline care coordination. Prior to joining BTN, she managed the operations of a 30-bed surgical oncology unit at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside, where she played a key role in developing procedures, improving clinical processes, and leading a team of healthcare professionals. Sheri’s expertise in managing multidisciplinary teams, improving patient outcomes, and fostering collaborative care environments has been a cornerstone of her leadership style. She is particularly passionate about promoting patient-centered care, ensuring that every individual navigating a brain tumor diagnosis receives compassionate, high-quality support throughout their treatment journey.