Foundation Staff
Jamey Piggott, Executive Director
Jamey became involved in ALS when helping his best friend who was diagnosed with the disease. While doing so, he saw how devastating the disease is and became passionate about helping those fighting ALS, their families and caregivers. A graduate of Eastern University, Jamey developed and managed his own entertainment agency for twenty years before dedicating his career focus to fight ALS in 2014.
His goals in this new role at the ALS Hope Foundation are to raise awareness about ALS; to raise funds for care and finding a cure; and serve as an advocate for the ALS community.
Brittny Carr, Office and Events Manager
"I’m thrilled to join the ALS Hope Foundation as your new Event Creator and Office Manager! With a passion for event planning and a knack for making things sparkle, I can’t wait to dive into projects together!
With extensive experience in event planning, including radio events, weddings, concerts, runway shows, and photoshoots, I’m eager to bring my background to our team. If I’m not in the office, you’ll find me hanging out with my mini golden doodle, Lucy, or off on an adventure with my husband, Cole. I’m also a fan of baking up sweet treats, getting lost in a good book, and crafting up a storm. I’m looking forward to collaborating with all of you!"
Sohana Damani, PR and Event Coordination
Sohana Damani is a Drexel Undergrad, doing her Co-op with the ALS Hope Foundation. She has been involved in nonprofit work for a few years. She has experience in volunteering with organizations such as local arts centers and participating in local activism. Sohana is pursuing her degree in Communication and Media Studies, with a concentration in PR. With the ALS Hope Foundation, she is assisting in public relations initiatives as well as overall event coordination.
Anne Rohricht, Accountant
Anne retired from the Norristown Area School District in December 2023 where she worked in the Business Office for over 30 years and served as their CFO from 2004 until her retirement. During her tenure at NASD, she was able to significantly improve the financial position of the District and was able to suggest and implement strategies that provided for stability and growth.
Her extensive financial experience in the non-profit world will be a great help to our organization as we continue on our current growth path. Anne is excited to join our Foundation and looks forward to supporting our efforts.
Mary Holt-Paolone, Education
Mary Paolone, MSRN is the Clinical Nurse Counselor and Nurse Coordinator at the MDA/ALS Center of Hope. She graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing Degree from Villanova University in 1994, and has been focused in chronic pain and chronic illness for most of her career. While working with these populations, she gained a desire to assist others more deeply as they move along the spectrum of their diseases. Mary continued her education with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College which has enabled her to remain present and supportive with her patients during difficult times. She states that her “life has been greatly enriched by her work at the Center of Hope” and considers it a blessing and an honor to help in any way she is able.
Sara Feldman, Clinical Liaison
Sara Feldman, PT, DPT, ATP has been the Physical Therapist at the MDA/ALS Center of Hope since 1994. In addition to clinical care, Sara is involved in clinical trials and the use of assistive technology.
She was a founding Co-Chair of the NEALS Physical Therapy Committee and was the Clinical Evaluator Representative on the NEALS Executive Committee from 2013-2017. In 2013 she was elected to the Board of Directors of the International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations, where she represented the ALS Hope Foundation until 2019. As our Clinical Liaison, Sara helps to keep lines of communication open between the Foundation and the Center of Hope and represents the ALS Hope Foundation at national and international clinical and research events.
