Team Members
Jasmin Bethea
Director of Program & Events
Jasmin Bethea is a a mother of one vivacious little girl and the oldest daughter of board member, Joi. She is also a PROUD Alumna of Rutgers, The State University of NJ.
Joi Fisher-Griffin
Board of Directors
Joi Fisher-Griffin is an Educator, Entrepreneur, Author and Mother.
Maria Connolly
Assistant Director of Advocacy
Maria advocates to make changes to NJ’s foster care system.
Elizabeth Occhipinti
Co-Founder & President
Elizabeth Occhipinti Co-Founder & President of Miriam’s Heart.
Ivonne Droz
Director, Family Support
Ivonne Droz is the Director of Family Support for Miriam's Heart.
Heather Janci
Assistant Director of Advocacy
Heather has a background in child development, behavior analysis and education.
Chris Mills
Consultant
Chris is an external volunteer data and research consultant a PhD Candidate at Princeton University.
Anna Mui
Volunteer Coordinator
Currently attending Rutgers University, Anna Mui is the Miriam's Heart Volunteer Coordinator.
James Occhipinti
Board of Directors & Co-Founder
Co-founder of Miriam's Heart and founding member of the Board of Directors
Jessica Sauer
Director, Advocacy
Jessica is a lawyer and zealous advocate for children and families.
Jessica Pratt
Administrative Coordinator
Jessica Pratt is the administrative and office coordinator who desires to volunteer for Miriam’s Heart.
Julia Flood
Intern, Events
Julia is a junior in high school at The Pingry School and attends Evangel Church.
Rebekah Mindrebo
Parent Trainer & Mentor
An Empowered to Connect Parent Trainer, Rebekah is passionate to support parents.