leadership
Medical Liaison
Dr. Stephen Kinsman, a Pediatric Neurologist, is the Dyspraxia Foundation USA’s first Medical Liaison. He has extensive experience helping children with Dyspraxia and has a newly diagnosed grandson. He will be engaged in our mission to raise awareness, especially in the medical community.
Stephen L. Kinsman, M.D.
Medical Liaison
Bachelor of Arts at Columbia College and MD at SUNY at Buffalo in Buffalo New York
Practiced Pediatric Neurology in many settings, including running a few divisions, participating in many research projects, and National Leadership and Advocacy with The Spina Bifida Association of America (SBAA). Now a Physician Case Reviewer for Magellan Healthcare. Has been interested in Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and Dyspraxia for over 20 years.
Active as a husband, father and step-father, grandfather, and “down the block” son-in-law, to his wife’s aging parents (one of whom has a neurologic illness and disability).
Grandson was diagnosed with DCD and Dyspraxia and his daughter’s research for knowledge, resources and support led their family to Dyspraxia USA.
leadership
Medical Liaison
Dr. Stephen Kinsman, a Pediatric Neurologist, is the Dyspraxia Foundation USA’s first Medical Liaison. He has extensive experience helping children with Dyspraxia and has a newly diagnosed grandson. He will be engaged in our mission to raise awareness, especially in the medical community.
Stephen L. Kinsman, M.D.
Medical Liaison
Bachelor of Arts at Columbia College and MD at SUNY at Buffalo in Buffalo New York
Practiced Pediatric Neurology in many settings, including running a few divisions, participating in many research projects, and National Leadership and Advocacy with The Spina Bifida Association of America (SBAA). Now a Physician Case Reviewer for Magellan Healthcare. Has been interested in Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and Dyspraxia for over 20 years.
Active as a husband, father and step-father, grandfather, and “down the block” son-in-law, to his wife’s aging parents (one of whom has a neurologic illness and disability).
Grandson was diagnosed with DCD and Dyspraxia and his daughter’s research for knowledge, resources and support led their family to Dyspraxia USA.
Board of Directors
Each member of the Board of Directors shares the common goal of bringing Dyspraxia Awareness to the United States and beyond. They have all been impacted by Dyspraxia and hope to offer support and services to others.
Warren Fried
Executive Director, President, Founder, Chief Advocate
University College Chichester, West Sussex, England
Chief Advocate Dyspraxia USA / Entertainment with Jeremy Kareken
Married over 11 years and has 6 year old twins who also live with Dyspraxia
Because 1 in 10 matters.
Bob Delaney
Director of Organizational Development
St Mary’s College of California: MA Leadership – Traumatic Stress. NJ City University – Bachelor Science Criminology.
Well known author. PTS Advocate. Supporting Military. Honors President Obama (2010). NBA Hall of Fame: Human Spirit Award. Recognized via TAPS. Special advisor Southeastern Conference and NBA Cares Ambassador. Awarded highest honor: National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Passionate leader 30 plus years in sports. One of the most dedicated referees in the history of the NBA. Former State Trooper. Has appeared in many forms of media.
Because each citizen matters.
David Pyne
Treasurer
BS Accountancy from Bentley University
Spent 30 years working for private equity based companies, retail, commercial real estate and construction. Over the years he has held a variety of financial and operating roles. Including but not limited to CEO, CFO and COO. Prior to Centerplan, David consulted for (TAB) and CEO of the Yard Group. He created one of the largest privately owned full service landscape companies in the Northeast.
Resides in Tolland, CT with his wife Lisa and 5 sons. Enjoys spending time with family, coaching son and volunteering time in the community.
Because 2 children per classroom matter.
Jeremiah White
Head of Finance
Wake Forest University
Accra Capital Partners (Hedge Fund) White Sport Ventures (Private Equity)
Former US National Team soccer player, four children, one with Dyspraxia
By understanding and addressing Dyspraxia, we can provide targeted support and interventions to help those affected lead fulfilling and productive lives.
Mitchell I. Fried
Board Member
University of Florida with a B.A. Psychology and J.D.
Admitted to practice law in Florida and New York
Married for 47 years with two boys
To help those with the condition understand why they may have limitations which are no fault of their own, and that the limitations may be overcome.
Jeremy Karekan
Board Member
University of Chicago and the Actors Studio Drama School
Currently a playwright living in New York and Baltimore. His play The Lifespan of a Fact ran from 2018–2019 on Broadway and starred Daniel Radcliffe, Bobby Cannavale, and Cherry Jones. Served as producer and researcher for Bravo TV’s Inside the Actors Studio. As an actor he appeared in a number of commercials and two feature films.
Two children
Jeremy is passionate about improving access to education and professional development for all neurodiverse children.
Dameka Lee
Board Member
B.A. Public Relation Journalism, Ohio University
Marketing Professional, Distinguished Toastmaster
Married with one child who is living with Dyspraxia.
To help parents seeking access to information an guidance as they advocate for their neurodiverse children.
Alex Molden
Board Member
College graduate (Bachelor of Science) Univ. of Oregon
Author (The Ultimate Playbook for High Achievement), International Speaker, Personal Development Coach, Consultant, and Podcast Host (The Shark Effect).
Former NFL Defensive back (’96–’04). Married. Proud father of 8.
Our son was misdiagnosed with so many different syndromes…we couldn’t get a straight answer. It was very unsettling. When we found out that his diagnosis had a name it calmed our nerves and helped us navigate the struggles that were ahead of us. It’s not that scary…but being in the unknown is.
Dr. Judith S. Tellerman
Board Member
B.A. Brandeis University, M.A.T. Harvard University, M.Ed., Boston College, Ph.D. Boston College
ABPP Diplomate in Group Psychology, FAAGP Fellow of Academy of Group Psychology, Healthtap Top Psychologist in USA, Brandeis University Sanctity of Life Award, American Counseling Association Professional Advancement Award, USDHHS, SAMHSA CSAP Award, Examiner for Board Certification in Group Psychology, American Psychological Association, Div. 49 Editor, Former Director CBIT Center, University of Illinois College of Medicine. Creator of SUN(sm)SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED NOW Group Problem Solving for Prevention of Destructive Behaviors, Creator of SENTENCE SHARPIES pub. by NYTimes – card games to teach sentence structure and syntax.
Cantorial Soloist with original songs published in Legacy in Kol Isha by Women’s Cantorial Association; Legacy in Adding Our Voices, edited by Milgram, G., Raphael, R., Reclaiming Judaism Press; Judith and Eshet Chayil In Ross S; A Season Of Singing. Waltham, MA: Brandeis University Press; in Braided Voices: Women Cantors In Non-Orthodox Judaism by Adelstein, R.L. A Dissertation Submitted To The Faculty Of The Division Of The Humanities Of The University Of Chicago In Candidacy For The Degree Of Doctor of Philosophy Department Of Music, pp. 169–197.
Everyone’s life matters and everyone should be able to develop themselves to the fullest of their potential and not have stumbling blocks placed in front of them, as it says in the Hebrew Bible.
Stacie Warner
Board Member
Bachelor of Fine Art, Master of General Education, Doctoral Candidate – Social Foundations of Education.
Higher Educator, Artist, Graphic Designer, Scholar
Married with two sons and five fur babies.
Working toward and advocating for an equitable and accessible world.
Board of Directors
Each member of the Board of Directors shares the common goal of bringing Dyspraxia Awareness to the United States and beyond. They have all been impacted by Dyspraxia and hope to offer support and services to others.
Warren Fried
Executive Director, President, Founder, Chief Advocate
University College Chichester, West Sussex, England
Chief Advocate Dyspraxia USA / Entertainment with Jeremy Kareken
Married over 11 years and has 6 year old twins who also live with Dyspraxia
Because 1 in 10 matters.
Bob Delaney
Director of Organizational Development
St Mary’s College of California: MA Leadership – Traumatic Stress. NJ City University – Bachelor Science Criminology.
Well known author. PTS Advocate. Supporting Military. Honors President Obama (2010). NBA Hall of Fame: Human Spirit Award. Recognized via TAPS. Special advisor Southeastern Conference and NBA Cares Ambassador. Awarded highest honor: National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Passionate leader 30 plus years in sports. One of the most dedicated referees in the history of the NBA. Former State Trooper. Has appeared in many forms of media.
Because each citizen matters.
David Pyne
Treasurer
BS Accountancy from Bentley University
Spent 30 years working for private equity based companies, retail, commercial real estate and construction. Over the years he has held a variety of financial and operating roles. Including but not limited to CEO, CFO and COO. Prior to Centerplan, David consulted for (TAB) and CEO of the Yard Group. He created one of the largest privately owned full service landscape companies in the Northeast.
Resides in Tolland, CT with his wife Lisa and 5 sons. Enjoys spending time with family, coaching son and volunteering time in the community.
Because 2 children per classroom matter.
Jeremiah White
Head of Finance
Wake Forest University
Accra Capital Partners (Hedge Fund) White Sport Ventures (Private Equity).
Former US National Team soccer player, four children, one with Dyspraxia
By understanding and addressing Dyspraxia, we can provide targeted support and interventions to help those affected lead fulfilling and productive lives.
Mitchell I. Fried
Board Member
University of Florida with a B.A. Psychology and J.D.
Admitted to practice law in Florida and New York
Married for 47 years with two boys
To help those with the condition understand why they may have limitations which are no fault of their own, and that the limitations may be overcome.
Jeremy Karekan
Board Member
University of Chicago and the Actors Studio Drama School
Currently a playwright living in New York and Baltimore. His play The Lifespan of a Fact ran from 2018–2019 on Broadway and starred Daniel Radcliffe, Bobby Cannavale, and Cherry Jones. Served as producer and researcher for Bravo TV’s Inside the Actors Studio. As an actor he appeared in a number of commercials and two feature films.
Two children
Jeremy is passionate about improving access to education and professional development for all neurodiverse children.
Dameka Lee
Board Member
B.A. Public Relation Journalism, Ohio University
Marketing Professional, Distinguished Toastmaster
Married with one child who is living with Dyspraxia.
To help parents seeking access to information an guidance as they advocate for their neurodiverse children.
Alex Molden
Board Member
College graduate (Bachelor of Science) Univ. of Oregon
Author (The Ultimate Playbook for High Achievement), International Speaker, Personal Development Coach, Consultant, and Podcast Host (The Shark Effect).
Former NFL Defensive back (’96–’04). Married. Proud father of 8.
Our son was misdiagnosed with so many different syndromes…we couldn’t get a straight answer. It was very unsettling. When we found out that his diagnosis had a name it calmed our nerves and helped us navigate the struggles that were ahead of us. It’s not that scary…but being in the unknown is.
Dr. Judith S. Tellerman
Board Member
B.A. Brandeis University, M.A.T. Harvard University, M.Ed., Boston College, Ph.D. Boston College
ABPP Diplomate in Group Psychology, FAAGP Fellow of Academy of Group Psychology, Healthtap Top Psychologist in USA, Brandeis University Sanctity of Life Award, American Counseling Association Professional Advancement Award, USDHHS, SAMHSA CSAP Award, Examiner for Board Certification in Group Psychology, American Psychological Association, Div. 49 Editor, Former Director CBIT Center, University of Illinois College of Medicine. Creator of SUN(sm)SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED NOW Group Problem Solving for Prevention of Destructive Behaviors, Creator of SENTENCE SHARPIES pub. by NYTimes – card games to teach sentence structure and syntax.
Cantorial Soloist with original songs published in Legacy in Kol Isha by Women’s Cantorial Association; Legacy in Adding Our Voices, edited by Milgram, G., Raphael, R., Reclaiming Judaism Press; Judith and Eshet Chayil In Ross S; A Season Of Singing. Waltham, MA: Brandeis University Press; in Braided Voices: Women Cantors In Non-Orthodox Judaism by Adelstein, R.L. A Dissertation Submitted To The Faculty Of The Division Of The Humanities Of The University Of Chicago In Candidacy For The Degree Of Doctor of Philosophy Department Of Music, pp. 169–197.
Everyone’s life matters and everyone should be able to develop themselves to the fullest of their potential and not have stumbling blocks placed in front of them, as it says in the Hebrew Bible.
Stacie Warner
Board Member
Bachelor of Fine Art, Master of General Education, Doctoral Candidate – Social Foundations of Education.
Higher Educator, Artist, Graphic Designer, Scholar
Married with two sons and five fur babies.
Working toward and advocating for an equitable and accessible world.
“Never underestimate the valuable and important difference you make in every life you touch for the impact you make today has a powerful rippling effect on every tomorrow.”
Leon Brown
Ambassadors of the Dyspraxia Foundation
These dedicated professionals work to champion people with Dyspraxia and the work of the foundation across the United States.
- Rachel Barcelona
- Theresa Bidwell
- Elissa Fried
- Shanda Husted
- Joe Mancini
- Randy Schmidt
Ambassadors of the Dyspraxia Foundation
These dedicated professionals work to champion people with Dyspraxia and the work of the foundation across the United States.
- Rachel Barcelona
- Theresa Bidwell
- Elissa Fried
- Joe Mancini
- Randy Schmidt
