Board and Staff

Meet the dedicated leadership team behind NAMI CCNS, including our executive staff and board members who guide our mission, programs, and community outreach.

NAMI Cook County North Suburban Staff

Jeff Rabin

Jeff Rabin

Marcy Larson

Marcy Larson

Courtney Hall

Courtney Hall

Heather Kendall-Winterroth

Heather Kendall-Winterroth

Cavan Pellegrino

Cavan Pellegrino

Jackie Smolyar

Jackie Smolyar

Christie Pipkins

Christie Pipkins

Natalie Usher

Natalie Usher

 

Officers & Board of Directors

  • Board President – David Ray
  • Immediate Past President – Chris Gillock
  • Vice President – Chic Marasa
  • Treasurer – Richard DeCleene
  • Recording Secretary – Matt DeFano
  • Candice Hughes
  • Carrie Dolan
  • Chris Pawlowski
  • Damita Cravens
  • Frank Flynn
  • Jim McVane
  • Mark Masini
  • Quentin Egan
  • Dr. Matthew Filippo, D.O.
  • Tina Nelson

Sustainers Board

  • Pat Rodbro
  • Ann George
  • Angelo Milazzo
  • Brenda Jordan
  • Chris Dee
  • Maude Dee
  • Frank Saracco
  • Frieda Ankin
  • Gregg Sackrider
  • Jacqleen Scafide
  • Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins
  • Jennifer Hull
  • Jim Jorgensen
  • Joan DeCleene
  • John Schladweiler
  • Judy Graff
  • Julie Savastio
  • Laura Cooper
  • Sally Mann
  • Samantha Handley
  • Sandra Shovers
  • Seemin Khan, MD
  • Stanley Rothbardt

Advisory Board

  • Dan Greenberger
  • Dr. Karen B. Kreiner
  • Dr. Michael Ziffra
  • Fred Miller, M.D.
  • Micki Moran, J.D.
  • Nancy Sussman
  • Robert Shulman, M.D
  • Steve Best, MD

Upcoming | Events, Classes & Support Groups

Calendar

ONLINE

Spring 2026 Family-to-Family

Date Apr 14, 2026 Time 11:00 pm - 1:30 am

Spring 2026 Family-to-Family

The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a FREE 9-week course for families and close friends…

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ONLINE

Spring 2026 Peer-to-Peer

Date Apr 14, 2026 Time 11:00 pm - 1:00 am

Spring 2026 Peer-to-Peer

About the Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a safe, confidential space. Experience compassion and understanding from…

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in person

Veterans Support Group | In-Person Tuesdays 6:30-7:30PM

Date Apr 14, 2026 Time 12:30 am - 1:30 am

Veterans Support Group | In-Person Tuesdays 6:30-7:30PM

About the Support Group This veteran’s support group is for all service members that have…

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ONLINE

NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE (2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 7PM)

Date Apr 14, 2026 Time 1:00 am - 2:30 am

NAMI Family Support Group | ONLINE (2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 7PM)

About the Support Group It gives family members of those who have a loved one…

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