Meet the Team
Medical Advisory Board
Laura Carfang, M.A., Ed.D.
William Laferriere, MBA
Meghann Sweeney, J.D.
Tony Carfang, MBA
Board of Directors
Laura Carfang, M.A., Ed.D.
Chief Executive Officer, Founder, Board Member
William Laferriere, MBA
Chief Visionary Officer &
VP Business Development
Founder, Board Member
Nancy Gaulin Psy.D.
Board Member
Tony Carfang, MBA
Board Member
Brad Carver
Board Member
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SurvivingBreastCancer.org
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Dr. Amy Commander, MD
Medical Director,
Mass General Cancer Center-Waltham
Director, Breast Oncology Program at
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Director, Lifestyle Medicine
Dr. Rachel Jimenez, MD
Dr. Rachel Jimenz,, MD
Associate Program Director, Harvard Radiation Oncology Residency Program
Dr. Jandie Posner
Jandie Posner, DO FACS. board-certified surgeon
Jefferson Health
Our Incredible Administration
The hands on the ground making the dream work!
Laura Carfang, is a founder, strategist, and cancer survivor with a Doctorate in Education.
Her work bridges leadership, systems design, and patient-centered care, grounded in the belief that meaningful work is built through honesty, intention, and collective action
Laura Carfang M.A.,E.d.D
Chief Executive Officer, Founder, Board Member
Meghan serves as Executive Assistant and oversees publications at SurvivingBreastCancer.org, including our weekly community newsletter and blog. She is a survivor of triple negative breast cancer and is passionate about supporting the breast cancer community with creativity and compassion. Meghan holds a master's degree in French to English translation. In addition to her work at SBC, she works as a freelance translator and writer.
Elisa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Human Resources. She is bilingual in Spanish and English and plays a key role at SurvivingBreastCancer.org, where she offers Expressive Arts classes and oversees more than 400 programs each year. Her work focuses on creating supportive, inclusive spaces that foster connection, emotional expression, and meaningful engagement for the cancer community.
Elisa Herrera
Director of Programs and Events
Director of Hispanic Outreach
in Latin America
Itzel is a graphic design student with a strong passion for creativity and visual storytelling. She oversees social media and creates event graphics at SurvivingBreastCancer.org, bringing programs to life through thoughtful, engaging design. With a natural eye for aesthetics and a love for creative expression, she plays an essential role in shaping the organization’s visual presence and community connection.
Carl began working with SBC in August 2025 focusing mainly on search engine optimization. Since then, his scope of work has expanded to include outbound marketing operations and website development.
Carl graduated from San Jose State University in 2023 with a B.S. in Marketing. He and his wife are now based in Sacramento, CA, working out of their home office alongside their clingy Welsh Springer Spaniel.
Brenda is an Industrial Engineer specializing in Supply Chain Management. She is bilingual in Spanish and English and serves as one of the leads for SBC’s Spanish-language programs through Después de un Diagnóstico. In this role, she is passionate about supporting and empowering Spanish-speaking communities by increasing access to education, resources, and culturally relevant support.
Lourdes D. Heras holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Community Health and Healthcare Administration and a Master of Public Health. She serves as a lead facilitator of Spanish-language programs through Después De Un Diagnóstico, expanding access to culturally responsive education and vital resources for underserved communities. Guided by the belief that education transforms fear into strength and isolation into connection, she creates inclusive spaces where individuals feel seen, empowered, and equipped to navigate their health journeys with confidence and dignity.
Our Instructors
The hands and hearts creating space for healing.
Our Early Stage volunteer Leadership Team
Pooja Jain
Julie Cottrill
Meghan Staskal-Bradt
Carol Collins
Denise Whittaker
Meghan Aycock
Our MBC Volunteer Leadership Team
Amy Russell-Parliman
Kathleen Friel
Sheila Godreau
Jo Lynn Collins