Meet the Team
Camp Cranium Board Members, Staff, and Advisory Council members all have been involved with camp at various levels for many years, many since the day it started. They are dedicated to making Camp Cranium an inclusive environment for all abilities to participate and form lasting friendships.
Board of Directors
Lauren Bilski
President of The Board of Directors
Lauren Bilski achieved her undergraduate degree in Dance from Drexel University (2013) with a special interest in adaptive movement experiences. Lauren further pursued this interest by attaining her doctorate in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University (2016) and began her career in acute rehab at Magee Rehabilitation where she gained experience and mentorship working with individuals with spinal cord injury, stroke, and brain injury. Upon moving to Seattle in August of 2019, Lauren expanded her clinical experience to include acute and intensive care settings and is currently serving as the Clinical Program Coordinator for UW and EvergreenHealth Neuro Residency Program. Lauren is a Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist (2020), a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (2018), and completed her Certificate of Competency in Vestibular Rehabilitation from Emory and the APTA (2018). Lauren has garnered leadership experience at multiple levels of the American Physical Therapy Association including as district chair, committee chair, and voting delegate in Both PA and WA. Lauren is currently serving her first term as a member of the Nominating Committee in the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. Lauren has been attending Camp Cranium since 2010 and thrilled to be a part of building the future of the organization and creating opportunities for children with brain injury.
Claudia Meyer
Treasurer of The Board of Directors
Claudia Meyer is the Treasurer of the Board of Directors for Camp Cranium. Claudia is a Contract Manager for Geisinger Health with 16 years of experience in healthcare finance, ten of which have focused on legal contract management. She has been a volunteer with Camp Cranium for several years, most recently as a member of the programming staff. Having cared for a family member with a brain injury for ten years, Claudia has seen firsthand the lasting impact that programs like Camp Cranium can have on individuals with brain injury. She believes that Camp Cranium has a responsibility to its supporters to make the most of their donations and is committed to ensuring the long-term availability of our programs.
Marissa (Witman) Motts
Board Member & Assistant Director of Programming
Marissa (Witman) Motts has been involved with Camp Cranium since 2008. She started as a camper herself after suffering from a traumatic brain injury from being hit by a car in 2004. Marissa then continued to become a counselor and cabin leader in the years to follow. Marissa is the co-founder of the Brain Injury Support group at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and she sits on the board for the BIAPA Run, Walk, Roll for Brain Injury. Marissa has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Widener University (2013) and an associate in Science from Philadelphia University (2016). She is continuing her love for working with the pediatric community through her current job as a Behavior Technician.
Kyle Hagerty
Board Member
Kyle Hagerty has been a camper, counselor and cabin leader and Camp Cranium since 2010. He loves camp and everything it offers to staff and campers. Currently, Kyle is a chiropractor at Excelsia Injury Care in Maryland. As a member of the board he wants to ensure that Camp Cranium continues its mission of serving campers and allowing to live as any other kid.
Mike Ranieri
Board Member
Mike is a brain injury survivor and has a passion for brain injury. He had 2 strokes and brain surgery which directed him towards a life of helping others who are going through a similar situation. Mike received his B.S. in Health Science with a concentration on Pre-Communication Disorders and a minor in Behavioral Neuroscience. Later, he would graduate with his M.S. in communication disorders and now he is a speech language pathologist in the medical field. Mike began volunteering at Camp Cranium as a counselor in 2018. He soon became a cabin leader and now a member of the board. Mike loves camp and is looking forward to making a difference in the world of brain injury.
Jackie Cona
Board Member
Jackie graduated from Towson University, where she was a student-athlete and earned undergraduate degrees in Deaf Studies and Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology. She went on to receive her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Loyola University Maryland, while also serving as the assistant swim coach for the Loyola University swim team. Jackie began her career as a speech-language pathologist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), where she continues to work today. She has supported children and families across a variety of care settings, including inpatient rehabilitation and the pediatric intensive care unit, and now serves as a clinical supervisor for the inpatient speech-language pathology team. Jackie first joined Camp Cranium as a cabin leader in 2010 and immediately fell in love with camp’s energy, vibrant culture, and community. She has returned each year, inspired by the resilience and spirit of the campers and the lasting impact of the camp experience. She’s thrilled to now have the opportunity to give back to the Camp Cranium community that has meant so much to her.
Steven Schmaltz
Board Member
Steven Schmaltz is a school psychology and a pediatric neuropsychology doctoral candidate at Temple University, specializing in concussion management, neurodevelopment, and return-to-learn/return-to-play support for children and adolescents. He holds a B.S. in Neuroscience from Bucknell University and previously completed two years of medical training at Drexel University College of Medicine. Inspired by his own recovery from post-concussion syndrome, Steven is dedicated to empowering children with traumatic brain injuries and neurologic conditions through compassionate care, evidence-based practice, and accessible education. He has worked extensively with youth in clinical, academic, athletic, and camp settings, and has been a proud member of the Camp Cranium community for many years. Beyond his academic and clinical work, Steven is passionate about mentoring young leaders, advancing inclusive recreation environments, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive, grow, and have fun.
Our Staff
Tony Sadowski
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tony Sadowski first learned about Camp Cranium in 2015, when a speech therapist at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia recommended it to his son, Bryan. The following summer, Bryan became a camper and the Sadowski’s quickly learned how positive and powerful the experience is for both kids with brain injuries and their families! With nearly two decades of broadcast television and radio promotions experience, much of that in the non-profit world, Tony is a versatile marketer and content creator with a wealth of storytelling and brand management expertise. Tony is Vice President of Creative at Slice Communications. He is the owner of media production and voice over company Spec Communications, LLC. He serves on the Centennial School District Board of School Directors, volunteers on his township Library and Parks & Rec boards and is Vice President of Marketing for Craven Hall Historical Society. Tony is so excited to be a champion for Camp Cranium’s mission and to help tell its unique story to inspire new campers, volunteers, partners, and donors to get involved!
Drew Meyer BSBA, NREMT-P
CAMP DIRECTOR & DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Drew began volunteering for Camp Cranium as a counselor in 2008, then as a cabin leader, before becoming a board member and the Co-Director of Programming. He holds a BS in Business Management from Bloomsburg University and is a nationally registered Paramedic. Drew is a Resuscitation Educator at Geisinger Medical Center, teaching CPR, ACLS, PALS, and EKG Interpretation, and is an Adjunct Professor of Emergency Medical Services at Lycoming County Community College. He spent several years as a volunteer administrating a local youth sports league with a focus on inclusivity and empowerment. He has built many themed projects for camp, including a 40-footlong Hollywood sign, tennis ball firing PVC cannons, and a ten-foot-tall trebuchet. Drew looks forward to camp every year and is always willing to adjust the rules in the name of fun and adventure. His favorite part of camp is seeing campers’ amazement at new experiences.
Meghan O’Neal
CO-CAMPER DIRECTOR
Meghan recently graduated from Saint Joseph’s University with a degree in Occupational Therapy. This upcoming school year, she will be working as an OT in some of the Philadelphia area special education schools. Meghan has volunteered at Camp Cranium in the past as an extraordinary counselor and is excited to return next summer! She strongly believes in our mission and wanted to take on this role to ensure that the campers will continue to make amazing memories at camp. Meghan looks forward to being a part of the organization and getting to know each of you!
Teri Graham
CO-CAMPER DIRECTOR
Teri is a familiar face at Camp Cranium. She has been our Camp Nurse for many years and loves seeing our campers from year to year. She has been an RN for 24 years and has worked the majority of that time as an acute inpatient rehab nurse at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Teri currently works as the inpatient rehab referral coordinator/ liaison for the past 2 years at CHOP. Her dedication to Camp Cranium has been evident for many years as she volunteered her nursing skills and has participated in multiple fundraisers/activities for camp over the years. Teri is married to a wonderful Philly firefighter, Doug Halber, and has a daughter, Maddie, who attended camp with Teri for many years. Teri and Doug live in Bucks County and have 4 adorable dogs. Teri is happy to continue to support Camp Cranium through this time of transition.
Nina Ciocca
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & MEDIA
Nina recently graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences and minors in Law and Studio Arts. She is currently working in Pittsburgh as an assistant scientist in antibody research for CAR-T therapy, for the pharmaceutical company, Galapagos. She will begin law school in 2025, with a focus in health law and disability advocacy. Nina was introduced to Camp Cranium after attending camp in 2010 with her sister, Lily, who battled childhood brain cancer. Her family continued to support camp through Lily’s years as a camper and got more involved as she became older. She began volunteering as a camp counselor in 2022, which gave her a new perspective and love for this community. She is very excited to take on this new role, bringing both her people skills and creative talent to the organization. Her favorite part of camp is seeing campers reunite with their close friends every year- these friendships are long-lasting and reflect the excitement and impact of the best week of the year!
Billy Dempsey
DIRECTOR OF GRANT WRITING
Billy first heard about Camp Cranium in 2012, when he was invited by a fellow medical student, Susan Medalie, to volunteer. That summer, Billy began volunteering as a Camp Counselor for the Teen Boys cabin where he witnessed the deep impact of camp firsthand. He would return year after year to volunteer with students from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, and recently has supported camp through the Disney Grants program out of Florida. For the last 7 years, Billy has worked for The Walt Disney Company. In his primary role with Adventures by Disney, Billy takes families to dream destinations around the world on vacation to places like Rome, London, Paris, and the Grand Canyon. When not traveling on these adventures, Billy works and volunteers at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. He leads projects within the Disney VoluntEARS program and serves as a chair on event and fundraising committees for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida. Billy is thrilled to support Camp Cranium in a new way that will bring joy, strength, and hope to our campers for years to come!
Rebecca Murray
DIRECTOR OF STAFFING
Rebecca Murray first experienced Camp Cranium in 2010 when she assisted programming staff with setting up camper activities through the week. From that first experience, Rebecca fell in love with the community and spirit of Camp Cranium. Since then, her role at camp has grown and evolved. She began as a CIT, progressed to a counselor, then a cabin leader, and now she proudly serves as the Staff Director. In this role, she is responsible for recruiting, preparing, and organizing Camp Cranium’s staff for the week of camp. Rebecca’s experiences at Camp Cranium ignited her passion for pediatric medicine, leading her to pursue a career in healthcare. She currently works as a Registered Nurse on a Neuro/Ortho Trauma Unit at UMass Hospital while attending school for a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP). Rebecca is committed to giving back to the Camp Cranium community and making each summer more impactful than the last.
Sable Hawkins
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING
Sable first joined Camp Cranium in 2022 as a counselor and has loved being part of the Camp Cranium family ever since. Her passion for helping others and creating a fun, supportive camp experience has continued to grow throughout her time with camp. Outside of Camp Cranium, Sable is a Certified Surgical Technologist with 15 years of experience in the operating room. She currently specializes in Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) surgery and has also worked extensively in Neuro surgery throughout her career. Sable earned her Associate of Applied Science degree from Brown Mackie College in North Canton, Ohio. Sable is also certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Life Support (BLS). Sable enjoys bringing her experience, energy, and enthusiasm to Camp Cranium and is excited to continue making memories, supporting campers, and helping create an amazing camp experience for everyone!
Adena Bannett
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Adena Bannett is an occupational therapist at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehabilitation inpatient rehabilitation. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2023 with a bachelors degree in health science and in 2025 with a Master’s degree in occupational therapy. She has experience working with children at other camps and prior clinical experiences in outpatient pediatrics and the NICU and loved every minute of it! Adena first attended camp in 2022 as a counselor and fell in love with camp! She is so excited to take on a leadership position at camp as education director!
Camp Cranium Brain Injury Advisory Council
Brain Injury Survivors
Victoria Krzywonos
Our Brain Injury Advisory Council is comprised of brain injury survivors who continue to volunteer and fill the roles of counselors and cabin leaders each year at camp. These individuals also support Camp Cranium throughout the year at various activities and fundraisers. They provide prospective and insight. They are an integral part of our program development.