About Our Associate Board Members

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Jennifer serves as the Development Director and President of the Associate Board for Libby’s Friends. She recently moved to New York City with her family of five! She will be serving Libby's Friends this year remotely. Jennifer graduated from Auburn University Montgomery with a degree in Accounting, and loves all things spread sheets!

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I have three kids under five years old.
I also have a passion for traveling.

I was a University of Alabama Crimsonette! Roll Tide!

Maddie grew up in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, and is the primary caregiver for her husband, Brian. Two years after marrying, Brian sustained a brain injury from meningitis. Prior to Brian’s injury, Maddie worked as an accountant and earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama and MAcc from UAB. Through her personal experience, Maddie has a deep, firsthand understanding of the challenges involved in caring for someone with a disability.

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Snow Skiing 

Any Lake Related Activities 

Adaptive Sports 

Our dog - Olive 

John Trippe, a native of Homewood, Alabama, currently works at SCA Health as an associate in  mergers & acquisitions. John graduated from the University of Alabama with degrees in Finance and Economics as well as a Masters in Economics. John currently lives in Vestavia Hills, Alabama with his wife, Lauren and their two boys, Thompson and John David.

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My wife and I met all the way back in the second grade!

My son, John David, has special needs, and we have experienced the hardships of living with a disability first hand.

Sarah Beth currently lives in Fairhope, Alabama.  She works at Provision - a coffee shop and wine bar.  She has a special needs son, whom is one of Libby’s Friends. Sarah Beth knows first hand how hard it is to raise a child with a disability. Because of this, she is ready to lead our South Alabama team to bring more awareness of Libby's Friends to that area!

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How I intend to help spread the Libby’s Friends mission in the southern part of the state. 

What it is like raising a special needs son.

Hope, living in McCalla, AL, is a full time caregiver and stay at home mom too her two adopted medically complex children. Hope graduated Summa Cum Laude at Birmingham-Southern with an English degree, and worked in Communications/Alumni Affairs at BSC and UAB before she and her husband decided she should stay home with their children. Hope is dedicated to help the disabled community that both of her children are apart of.

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I know what the parents/kids who benefit from Libby’s Friends are all about because I’m one of them!

I can talk to anyone about Libby's Friends and how to help! I actually doubled our silent auction this past year because of my efforts to spread our mission! 

DeAnna currently lives in Dora, Alabama and is a busy stay at home mom.  She has three children, one - Rustin - has special needs. She has seen first-hand how challenging life can be while living with special needs and will use her enthusiasm to help others as a benefit for Libby’s Friends this year and in years to come. 

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My love of throwing parties and all that entails. 

My family’s love of the outdoors and how I navigate spending time with my family while making sure my son, Rustin, is involved and doesn’t miss a thing on our adventures. 

Kristen currently lives in Vestavia Hills, but has grown up in the Birmingham area.  She attended UAB for dental assisting and dental hygiene.  She is married to her husband, Matt and  have three children.  Their youngest son, Brooks, was born with a genetic abnormality. She has seen first hand how hard it is to obtain the equipment and therapy he needs, which led her to become involved in Libby’s Friends. 

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What it is like being a homebody, but always having the travel bug. 

Caring for a child with a disability

Her involvement with the Service Guild and love of volunteering. 

Bella has been with Libby's Friends for three years now in the Birmingham area. Recently, her family moved to South Alabama, and she plans to spread our mission to untouched areas there. She met her husband Alex at The University of West Alabama and they now live in Spanish Fort, AL with their daughter, Rory and maltipoo, Asher. She attended UWA where she studied pre-nursing followed by attending Wesleyan College in Macon, GA where she graduated with a Bachelors of Science of Nursing. She is employed by VITAS Healthcare as a Sales Representive in Healthcare sales.

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My love for traveling! 

Virginia, a Mountain Brook native, attended Auburn University.  Virginia currently works at Cahaba Brewing Company as a graphic designer and runs their social media. Virginia was named Birmingham's Visionary of the Year and her team helped raise over $80k for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society!

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The time spent living in New Zealand for three years after college.

What it’s like to be Maid of Honor for six weddings.

My “real job” as an artist - where I travel across the state for various art shows in the spring and fall.

Morgan is from Birmingham, AL and works as a speech therapist at Lakeshore Rehab. She is passionate about connecting families she works with to services like Libby’s Friends! She obtained her Bachelor‘s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Montevallo and a Master‘s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Alabama.

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The next trip I’m planning, trying new hobbies, spending time outdoors! 

Kera Jo is from Elberta. Alabama.  She currently is employed for AltaPointe Health and is a school-based mental health therapist . She attended Troy University where she received both my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. She currently live in Orange Beach with her husband and 3 year old daughter (Charleigh). Kera Jo is passionate about spreading Libby's Friends to South Alabama!

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My cavadoodle, Oaks!

Trevor is from Birmingham and went to Oak Mountain High School and Auburn University.  He and his wife, Evelyn, have been married for 8 years and they have 1 daughter, Perry (4).  Trevor has been in the insurance industry for 10 years, obtained his Certified Insurance Counselor designation in 2021, and is currently the sales manager at the Watts Allstate Agency in Vestavia.  He loves helping people, especially in their time of need. 

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I love Auburn sports and taking my daughter to Auburn games.  We love playing outside with friends, going fishing, playing golf, and going to the beach as much as possible. 

Caroline lives in Vestavia Hills, AL, with her husband and two children. She is a Special Education Attorney for her practice. Caroline recently re-joined LFAB after deciding to stay home with her newborn. Her occupation and home life both make a huge impact on why she cares about our mission! We are excited to welcome Caroline back.

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My youngest child is currently in OT - I know how expensive these things add up!

Lindsey lives in Trussville with her husband, Chas, and two children - Waverly-Jane (9) and Briggs (5). Lindsey works as a Hospice Area Manager at Enhabit Home & Health Hospice. Lindsey's youngest child, Briggs, is diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder, and she knows first hand how expensive therapy co-pays add up. She has been dedicated to furthering Libby's Friends' mission even before she became a board member!

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I love to compete in CrossFit Competitions!

I love traveling and spending time with friends and family. 

Ramsey and her husband, Tyler, live in Trussville, AL. She is a Project Manager for Encompass Health - where she helps support all Home Office departments, new hospital openings, conferences and trade shows, and their communications team. 
Ramsey graduated from The University of Alabama where she obtained her Bachelor's degree in Marketing and a specialization in Real Estate, and then went to the University of North Alabama to obtain her MBA.

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our Goldendoodle, Finn. We love our sweet pup so much!

Allie lives in her hometown, Monroeville, AL, with her husband and three children. She has worked as a Social Worker for the last six years and currently for SouthernCare Hospice. Allie recieved her Bachelor's degree from The University of West Alabama and then went on to receive her Masters in Social Work from Auburn University. She is excited to be apart of Libby's Friends South Alabama team!

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I am the biggest Alabama Football fan even though I recieved by degree from Auburn.

My oldest daughter, Madeline, recently was diagnosed with a pseudo tumor cerebi, epilepsy, and sensory processing disorder.

Anna lives with her husband and son in Guntersville, AL. She is stay at home mom and caregiver for her son, Myles. Myles is diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and CVI. Before Myles' birth injury, Anna owned her own embroidery business. Now, She loves to share her journey as a medical mom on TikTok (where she has over 55.5K followers!!)! Anna knows first hand what challenges one faces while navigating life with a disability.

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I was a preemie and stayed in the same NICU as Myles did! 

Kimberly is from Trussville, AL, but currently resides in Hattiesburg, MS. Kimberly received her Bachelor's degree and her PhD in Special Education from The University of Alabama. She is a special education teacher by trade and now an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi.

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I have a German Shepherd named Kingsley who has special needs. He has Megaesophagus and Pannus.

I compete in Strongman competitions.

I am a season pass holder for The Birmingham Bulls!