OUR TEAM

FOR THE LOVE OF DOWN SYNDROME

Our dedicated team of experienced professionals are always on the ball, utilizing their unique skills and passion to move the work of our nonprofit organization forward. We’re always pushing ourselves to stay ahead of the curve and striving to perfect our programs. Meet some of our incredible leaders below.

Board of Directors

Executive Board

Jeffrey Grassi

Chairman

Ginger Ludwig

Vice-Chairman

Maureen Tinnes

Secretary

Jim Holmquist

Treasurer

General Directors

Joey Calarco

General Director

Jeramy Woods

General Director

Richard Greenblatt

General Director

Diana Tamparong

General Director

OUR STAFF

Deborah Avery

Interim Executive Director | davery@dsosn.org

Deborah brings over 25 years of media experience working with local news stations and over 15 years of experience with the Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada. Over the years she has volunteered as a member, executive board member, event chair, public relations and marketing chair, and the Cool21’s group leader. As the interim executive director, she is responsible for managing the organization, developing new programs, communicating with members and donors, and leading the Cool21’s with their “Give Back” program in which members volunteer with a family member at various local non-profits a few times a month.

Virginia Canfield

Comptroller | vcanfield@dsosn.org

Virginia brings 43 years of business management and accounting experience to our organization. She was with KLAS-TV8 for many years. Her keen attention to detail is crucial to DSOSN.