Board of Directors

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Jacqueline Bos

Board Chair

Jacqueline is native to Grand Rapids, a CPA, and graduated from Hope College with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She started her career in public accounting at BDO USA, LLP and spent over five years working in the assurance department. She now works at Acrisure, LLC, a fast-growing insurance broker based in Greater Grand Rapids. While Jacqueline is not a mother yet, she believes in the need for supporting new moms and in the the mission of MomsBloom, and is honored to serve on the board.

Melissa Graham

Board Vice Chair

Melissa Graham is a principal consultant and co-founder of Elevate Together, a social impact driven consulting firm specializing in supporting nonprofits and small businesses. She has a decade of international nonprofit experience in partnership cultivation, new business development, program management, curriculum development, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation; and stakeholder relations. Melissa has worked as a consultant for USAID, creating a study to evaluate the complex impact of remittances on girl’s access to education in Morocco. She also has experience in the corporate sector, leading CSR efforts to create employment program partnerships with non-profit organizations. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University and a Master of Arts degree from the George Washington University.

Emily Theroux

Board Secretary

Originally from Minnesota, Emily relocated to Grand Rapids to attend Aquinas College. She currently resides on the southeast side with her husband, son, and two cats. She had her son in 2020, during the height of the covid-19 pandemic. Having additional stresses and no family near by, she and her husband had to spend the early days as first time parents without physical support. Emily found herself struggling with postpartum anxiety and parenthood. Ever since, she has been an advocate for postpartum mental health awareness, promoting self-care as well as knowing when to ask for help. Momsbloom’s mission is near and dear to her heart. She hopes by serving on the board, she can continue to advocate for families.

Emily Paszkowski

Board Treasurer

Emily Paszkowski is a Shareholder at Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors, specializing in business accounting and fraud and litigation support. She is a mom to twin boys and first learned about MomsBloom through the social workers at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. Emily recognizes that it takes a village to raise a family and values MomsBloom as an essential resource for postpartum support. She hopes that by serving on the board, she can lend her professional experience to support the growth of MomsBloom. In her free time, Emily enjoys date nights with her husband and finding ways to teach her boys about the things she loves, including making waffles on the weekend, going to the library or taking them for runs in her double stroller.

Jan Anderson

Board Member

Jan Anderson, formerly an equity shareholder of the national law firm Polsinelli, PC, retired from the active practice of healthcare law on November 1, 2018. Jan was a critical care nurse prior to law school. She has over 45 years of experience working in the healthcare industry and 35 years of experience as a healthcare attorney. Jan has worked as both an advisor to and member of numerous boards of nonprofit organizations.
Jan became involved with Moms Bloom when she experienced first-hand the difficulties that some new mothers encounter and recognized the pressing need to help new moms get through the initial post-partum period. Upon learning of Moms Bloom more than a year ago, Jan joined the Advisory Board for Ottawa County has been involved in that capacity ever since.
Jan lives in Holland Michigan. She has two children and three grandchildren with twin grandchildren on the way.

Dani Fournier, LMSW

Board Member

Dani is the Team Lead for the KEEP Program (Keep Early Education Positive) at Arbor Circle. She is a licensed Social Worker in the state of Michigan and is working toward her Infant Mental Health Endorsement through the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health. Dani received her Bachelor's in Social Work from Michigan State University in 2020, and her Master's in Social Work with a focus in the Welfare of Children and Families and a School Social Work certification in from the University of Michigan in 2021. Dani is passionate about promoting strong and secure attachment relationships between young children and their caregivers, both in the home and at school, and working to disrupt the preschool to prison pipeline. Dani has a background in Juvenile Court Advocacy, Restorative Justice, School Social Work, and Infant Mental Health. Dani believes that the first years of life are critical to later in life outcomes, and believes in the power of relationships and community care. She is grateful to be serving on the Mom's Bloom Board and for the opportunity to contribute to the organization's growth!

Dr. Robyn Hubbard

Board Member

Robyn Hubbard has been a practicing Obstetrician/Gynecologist with the group Grand Rapids Women's Health for 25 years. She earned her MD degree from Northwestern University and completed her residency here in Grand Rapids. She is the mom of 3 young adult kids, and has a passion for dance and musical theater. Robyn has been airing a monthly radio show with Shelley Irwin on WGVU radio called "All About Women" for over 10 years and works to educate and inform the community on women's health issues. Robyn is thrilled to join the MomsBloom board after being a staunch supporter since the group began. She received the Healthcare provider of the year award at the BloomAwards in 2016. Robyn feels that every parent should have the support they need to be successful in parenting, and we know how hard that can be!

Kris Nisper

Board Member

Kris is a mom to four adult children and a Senior Trust Advisor at Fifth Third Private Bank.  Her youngest daughter, Emily, was a volunteer intern at MomsBloom while obtaining her undergraduate degree.  When Emily shared her experiences and what MomsBloom offered to new families, Kris new this was an organization she wanted to support with her time and talent.  She remembered clearly after her second child was born, living across the country with no family support, feeling overwhelmed and isolated.  Kris holds a BBA from Grand Valley State University, an MBA from Western Michigan University, and is a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor.  In her personal life, she enjoys reading, yoga, and traveling with her kids and their partners.  Kris is honored to be able to serve on the MomsBloom board. 

Amber Soler

Board Member

Amber is a Grand Rapids native and full time family focused attorney. She currently practices family law, estate planning, and probate litigation at Mika Meyers PLC. As a wife and mom to two busy boys, she understands the struggles and emotional waves that can come with an expanding family. She has a passion for advocating for moms and families as they navigate their way through their new life changes. Amber is a new addition to the board of MomsBloom joining in 2024 and looks forward to supporting their mission of serving local families.

Lisa Town

Board Member

A lifelong Michigander, Lisa has called Grand Rapids home since 2000. With a background in financial services and a strong commitment to community service, she has served on numerous boards for nearly two decades. A dedicated MomsBloom volunteer since 2014, Lisa is passionate about supporting new parents during those challenging, yet rewarding, early months. Having raised two teenage sons alongside her husband, Taggart, she understands the joys and challenges of parenthood. Lisa cherishes the opportunity to offer comfort, encouragement, and practical advice to new families.

Alyssa White

Board Member

Alyssa is from Kalamazoo and moved to Grand Rapids after receiving her BBA in Marketing & Management from Grand Valley State University. She has hands-on experience working with pregnant and postpartum families, both as a MomsBloom volunteer and in her work through AmeriCorps member at a nonprofit called Maggie's Place. An active volunteer since 2019, Alyssa has served over 8 postpartum families, along with serving on the outreach committee, conducting intake visits, and assisting with the summer yoga series. She loves everything MomsBloom stands for and is passionate about helping families and their children. She currently works as an Omnichannel Associate Manager at Acosta.

Joslyn Ward

Board Member - In Memoriam

Joslyn and her husband, Cory, are honored to raise two energetic, loving, and courageous Kings. Joslyn is an advocate for families and uses her voice and experience to encourage, support, and empower families to use their voices. Joslyn earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Special Education from Grand Valley State University and her MBA from Davenport University. As a mom of two children, Joslyn knows the importance of supporting new mommas. She believes that no matter how a family looks, they deserve to be supported, which is why she is excited to be a part of the MomsBloom board.

Joslyn passed away unexpectedly in March of 2024 after giving birth to twins. Her impact on MomsBloom was profound and we wish to always honor her service.