Nancy Martin - Executive Director

We are fortunate to have the key position of Executive Director filled by an extraordinarily talented and passionate leader. Nancy joins us from the Kentucky Institute for International Studies -- where she managed 35 professional development programs -- but she is no stranger to the Valley of the Sun. Nancy previously served as Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix for four years, and as Executive Director of the Rosson House-Heritage Square Foundation for five years. She also served on the Executive Committee of Junior League of Phoenix and is a graduate of Valley Leadership Class XI. We are honored to have Nancy working with us.

Nancy currently oversees all day-to-day operations. A Volunteer Coordinator will assure that Ryan House children and their siblings enjoy memorable days with their families during visits. Our team will give generously of themselves, sharing the joys and the pain, giving parents and families time to refresh, relax and enjoy each other.

When operational, Ryan House will employ highly skilled, professional caregivers. A medical doctor will lead the team of nurses and therapists. Each child will have a specialized program of care designed by his/her personal physician and parents.

Susie Reis - Communications Coordinator

Susie Reis joined the staff in September as Communications Coordinator. She is a wife, and mother of two teenagers. Active in the community, she sits on the Board of The Phoenix Cotillion, and is the president of the Arcadia Volleyball Booster Club. Susie adds her sparkle and wonderful organizational skills to our team!

Holly Cottor - Community Liaison

As Community Liaison for Ryan House, Holly brings experience as a parent of a child who lives with a life-threatening physical disability: spinal muscular atrophy. Holly has a deep understanding of the day-to-day challenges along with a commitment to help a child live a life fulfilled, even though that life may be short. In addition to her first-hand experience with pediatric palliative care as a parent, Holly has both Bachelor and Master degrees in Education; in her teaching career, she focused on early interventions in literacy with at-risk students. Holly's professional and personal background bring compassion and commitment to helping the community understand the critical importance of providing pediatric palliative care to children in need and their families.