Zack Diebold’s journey with Find the Light began as a volunteer photographer for their Candlelight Vigil. He quickly became integral to the organization, taking on roles in IT, where he enhanced digital infrastructure, and later established the Resources Department. Now serving as Executive Director, Zack balances his leadership duties with studying economics, computer science, math, and finance at Saint Louis University.
Professional Advisory Board
The PAB works to guide the foundation through the advice of professionals in applicable fields.
Alex Schneider✉
President and Founder
MPH – Biosecurity, Disaster Preparedness, and Epidemiology
Alex Schneider founded Find the Light Foundation because she was concerned with the growing rate of suicide and overdose in her area, and after losing friends to the mental health crisis. Alex is a microbiologist and epidemiologist and uses her experience in science, along with her background in advocacy and her experiences with her own mental health, to develop evidence-based strategies and programs within Find the Light Foundation. By combining her expertise in microbiology and epidemiology with her passion for mental health advocacy, Alex aims to address the root causes of mental health challenges and implement effective solutions.
Ann Bingham ✉
Development Director
MA – Developmental Psychology
Ann is a developmental psychologist with over 30 years of experience in education. As founder of the Kula Collective and the One New Thing Project in St. Louis, MO, she provides a unique and individualized approach to wellness through trauma-informed yoga, mindfulness, and intentional living. Ann is the parent of two and brings a parent’s perspective to the Board of Directors.
Aimee Robertson ✉
Board Member
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Aimee is more commonly known on the board as Liam’s mom. Aimee advocates for public education, supporting school districts in meeting all students’ IDEA needs, extending inclusion beyond the classroom and into the community, and empowering all children to have a voice and an active role in their schools and communities. Aimee supports mental health and substance abuse prevention by helping ensure all students have the resources to access their education and community fully.
Ryan Tullock ✉
Board Member
MA – Education and Innovation
Ryan is a former educator who is the Youth Education Coordinator at the St. Charles City-County Library. He’s passionate about education, including ensuring all students are aware of and receiving the mental health resources they need. As a parent of two young children, he’s also an advocate for supporting the mental health of children at an early age.
Maureen Cranley ✉
Board Member
Md Candidate
Maureen is thrilled to join FTL. She is a medical student pursuing an MD, committed to integrating mental health awareness and advocacy efforts into their medical career. Eager to collaborate with FTL, Maureen aims to implement effective strategies for discussing and promoting mental health awareness and decreasing mental health stigmas. Passionate about early mental health education, Maureen believes that empowering individuals with knowledge and the multitude of resources available can make a significant difference during difficult and critical moments. Together, we can create supportive environments that nurture the mental wellness of young individuals and foster a future where mental health is a priority.
Student Board
The Student Board works to keep the foundation in line with the needs of current students and works with the Professional Advisory Board on issues and ideas.
Maddy Alexander ✉
Social Media Director
Sophomore – Lindenwood University
Maddy Alexander is a freshman at Lindenwood University, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Math as she works towards a higher degree in Aerospace Engineering. Maddy Alexander decided to join the FTL Student Board after hearing about it and realizing how important it was for a resource like this for other people in the community.
Ally Steger ✉
Treasurer
Sophomore – Saint Louis University
Ally is a sophomore at Saint Louis University studying economics in pursuit of a law degree. She joined Find the Light Foundation to because she believes in fair and quality access to mental health resources made possible by a strong, dedicated community.
Annie Nguyen ✉
Board Member
Freshman – Saint Louis University
Annie is a Fort Zumwalt South High School senior who joined Find The Light to spread mental health awareness among struggling teens across Missouri. She is excited to be a part of this amazing organization and looks forward to helping her community with her friends and peers.
Shreenik Enturi ✉
Secretary
Junior – Fort Zumwalt South High
Shreenik is a Fort Zumwalt South High sophomore who joined Find The Light after he heard about the organization from his friends and understood how vital a resource like this can be to so many teens and young adults struggling with their mental health. He is excited to help the organization reach even greater heights.
Liam Robertson ✉
Board Member
Sophomore – Fort Zumwalt West High
Liam is a freshman at Fort Zumwalt West High School. Liam is a person with profound hearing loss, autism, and ADHD who loves bringing a voice and awareness to the community on behalf of differently-abled people. Liam enjoys helping find creative ways to contact the community, find ways to include people of all abilities, and share information in a way that can be understood and utilized no matter what level of ability a person has.
Venkata Unman ✉
Board Member
Fort Zumwalt West High
Venkata Unnam learned about Find The Light through Liam, a dedicated member. Find the Light’s goals and convictions inspired Venkata to join them in their mission to help those surrounded by darkness find the light. He aims to help FTL assist all, young and old, of different races and ethnicities, of different economic standings, through their journeys, no matter how difficult they may be.