Board Members

Our board is composed of veterans from 4 branches of service, established contemporary artists, military family members, and professionals in the field of adaptive reintegration. In addition to our eight executive board members, Mission Belonging’s work is shaped by stakeholders who provide feedback on community needs, program direction, and help to facilitate workshops and build the community.

Black‑and‑white portrait of Seema Reza, Mission Belonging’s board chair, co‑founder, and CEO. She is seated against a plain backdrop, wearing a tailored suit over a lace‑trimmed top with layered jewelry. Her expression is calm and composed, and a forearm tattoo is visible, contributing to the image’s refined, monochromatic aesthetic.

Seema Reza

Chair & Co-Founder


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Joe Merritt

Vice Chair & Co-Founder


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Colin McKee Photo

Colin McKee

Treasurer


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Amanda Kelly Photo

Amanda Kelly

Secretary


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Black-and-white portrait of Amelia Bane, shown from the shoulders up, facing the camera with a gentle smile. She has long, dark hair and wears a dark top against a plain, light background. The image is evenly lit and emphasizes her facial expression and features.

Amelia Bane


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Black-and-white portrait of Alleria Stanley, shown from the shoulders up. She has light wavy hair that falls past her shoulders, a nose ring, and wears a patterned blouse. Her expression is calm and direct, and the dark background emphasizes the contours of her face and the texture of her hair.

Alleria Stanley


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Mission Belonging board member Julie Riggs, smiling in a textured blazer and pendant necklace, against a soft gray backdrop.

Julie Riggs


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Mission Belonging board member Jillian Danback-McGhan, smiling in a dark top and beaded necklace, with long wavy hair against a soft gradient background.

Jillian Danback-McGhan


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Advisory Board Members


Anselm Beach

Bryan Dorries

 

Akhil Iyer

 

Christiana Musk