Our Team

Our People Make the Difference

Behind every adaptive design is a team of creative builders, therapists, educators, and advocates committed to accessibility for all. Our staff, interns, and volunteers bring together expertise in design, fabrication, education, and community engagement to make custom solutions possible.

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The Team

List of Staff

Jennifer Hercman

Executive Director

Antoinette LaSorsa

Fabrication Director

Tamara Morgan

Associate Director

Michelle D’ Mello

Grants Manager

Danielle Pepin

Tactile Education Consultant

Eric Gottshall

Fabrication Manager

Adam El-Sawaf

Senior Adaptive Designer & Fabricator

Phill Pezo

Adaptive Designer & Fabricator

Charles Cohen

Fabrication Assistant

Ernesto

Technical Workshop Intern (service since 2025)

The Board

Adaptive Design Association’s Board of Directors provides strategic guidance, stewardship, and advocacy to advance our mission of creating inclusive, adaptive solutions for people with disabilities.

Our board brings together leaders from education, design, nonprofit management, and philanthropy, each deeply committed to ensuring that ADA’s work remains innovative, community-driven, and sustainable. Together, they champion creativity, accessibility, and accountability, guiding ADA toward a future where thoughtful design empowers every individual to thrive.

Interested in joining our Board of Directors? We’re always looking for passionate individuals who believe in ADA’s mission and want to make a meaningful impact. Reach out to us to learn more.

List of Members