Anne Stone, MA, MPA | Executive Director, START Program Manager | anne.stone@oraap.org
With over twenty years experience in program development, evaluation, management and strategic planning in a wide array of human services, I received my Masters in Public administration at Lewis and Clark college and Masters in Communication Disorders from Washington State University. Working with OPS has been a challending and exciting experience. The potential to enrich the lives of children across the state drives my desire to grow the organization in many ways and support pediatricians in all avenues possible. I enjoy spending time with my husband and three children (when they’re home from school) and get lost in gardening, wine tasting and movies whenever the opportunities arise!
Pamela Jones | Administrative Assistant | pamela.jones@oraap.org
I was born and raised in Oakland California. Visited the Northwest a few times for business and thought this would be a good place to relocate. When my daughter and son-in-law relocated to Portland, my decision finalized. Before coming to OPS, I worked 4 years at a non-profit that focused on health care for low-income seniors. Working for OPS makes me feel a little like Benjamin Button (from seniors to children). After working years in the corporate world, I enjoy working for non-profits that are passionate about improving the health care of people, especially those in low-income communities. I enjoy reading, drawing, painting, camping, and being around any form of water-- especially beaches.
Abby Engebose, MPH | START Program Coordinator | abby.engelbose@oraap.org
I was born and raised in Green Bay, Wisconsin – Go Pack Go! I have a BS in Biology from Beloit College (Beloit, WI) and graduated with an award for commitment to social justice in the life sciences. I earned my MPH from Oregon State University in December 2010. I enjoy working at OPS because I am passionate about promoting evidence based care and really enjoy having a career that benefits my community. In my free time I enjoy volunteering at the library, reading, sewing, hiking, and watching sports.
Maria Sleeman | Membership, Communications, Reach Out and Read Coordinator | maria.sleeman@oraap.org
After receiving my Bachelor of Arts from the University of Oregon Journalism School in the creative and management Advertising tracks, I moved to San Francisco and gained great experience working for clients such as got milk?, Netflix, Foster Farms and Banana Republic. Having missed the Northwest, I returned to Portland, where I built up a specialty in Branding. The past 10 years, made up of marketing, communications, team management, business ownership and organizational development experience have helped me discover that small clients, big causes and non-profits are where I am meant to be. OPS is a perfect fit. With my incredible passion for child health and having seen the direct impact of early literacy efforts, I am thrilled to have such an active role in a wonderful organization. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband and running after my two beautiful kiddos!
Vickie Olson | CFO | vickie.olson@oraap.org
With over 25 years of experience in Business Planning and Financial Management, I received my Accounting degree from Washington State University, where I worked in the high tech sector helping organizations navigate through constantly changing market conditions. I also received my MBA from Marylhurst University. I enjoy being on the water in a sailboat, immersing myself in a good book, traveling, hiking and digging in the dirt in my garden. Working with OPS has been very rewarding as I care deeply about helping children reach their full potential.
