Meredith was born and raised in North Carolina and currently lives in Huntersville with her husband and 4 children, including her youngest daughter who has Down syndrome. Meredith has worked at Bank of America for almost 20 years and has been a visible disability ally through employee networks and volunteering at local events since her daughter’s birth. Any free time that isn’t spent at one of her kid’s events, Meredith enjoys being in the NC mountains at their camper.
Category: Board of Directors - At Large
Brendan Hammeke
Brendan is our self-advocate on the Board of Directors. He formerly hosted the DSAGC monthly dinner and game night for our young adults. Brendan works at the Charlotte Food Bank and lives independently in his own townhouse. He is an award- winning Special Olympics athlete, currently participating in tennis, pickleball and basketball. Brendan is a super Charlotte Panthers fan.
Nick Harwood
Brian McGhee
Melina DeLeon
Melina’s passion comes from being part of a group of people with the same purpose. It brings fulfillment to the soul and makes a positive and lasting impact on our community and the world.

