Board of Directors - At Large - The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte

Category: Board of Directors - At Large

Meredith Felizzi

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.

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.

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.

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