2023 Alice Mayo Society Board of Directors
- President: Meghana Bindumadhav: president@ams-mn.org
- Vice President: Karina Coronel Mielke, Vice-President
- Secretary: Kim Wiseman
- Treasurer: Billy McClarin
- Communications Director: Vinita Phordcommunications@ams-mn.org
- Activities Director: Victoria Chen activities@ams-mn.org
- Activities Co-Chair: Deb Rasmussen
- Events Director: Paola Leon-Ferre
- Events Co-Chair: Hristina Flanagan
- Board Member-At-Large: Angeline Brozovich
- Board member-At-large: Olvido Diaz
- Board Member-At-Large (Emeritus): Ann Mitchell
- Past President: Sophia Chen
Interested in serving on the board? Find out more about the Alice Mayo Society Board of Directors and fill out an application form.
Meet your AMS Board of Directors
Meghana Bindumadhav, President
Board Member Since: 2023 AMS Member Since: 2017 Family: Husband is in Gastroenterology and currently heads the Pancreas group at Mayo. They have two children. Work Experience: Previously worked in IT and business. Why did you join the AMS board? AMS has provided a longstanding service that provides connection and inclusiveness among the Mayo community. I hope to continue this legacy while implementing processes that modernize and maximize the benefits that AMS provides to ensure longevity of the organization. |
Karina Coronel Mielke, Vice-President
Board Member Since: 2024 AMS Member Since: 2022 Family: Husband, Randy Mielke, is a Cardiac Anesthesiologist and ICU Physician. They have three children. Work Experience: Previously worked in Spanish broadcast journalism as a news anchor and correspondant. Why did you join the AMS board? “The Alice Mayo Society was instrumental in connecting me to the community and to all that Rochester has to offer. By joining the board, I hope to pay it forward and help other Mayo consultant spouses feel at home, as well as continue AMS’ mission of inclusivity and community service.” |
Billy McClarin, Treasurer
Board Member Since: 2023 AMS Member Since: 2020 Family: Wife-Sara, Daughter- Lily, Pug- Tortilla Work Experience: Investment Professional Why did you join the AMS board? My goal on the AMS board is to contribute to a thriving Mayo community where new members feel valued and supported. |
Vinita Phord, Communications
Board Member Since: 2023 AMS Member Since: 2005 Work Experience: Creative director in corporate communications and entrepreneur. Family: Husband is an ophthalmologist. They have two children. What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? Throughout the years, I have had the pleasure of attending numerous AMS events. It is an honor for me to be a part of this esteemed community, and I am committed to supporting its future objectives and upcoming events. |
Victoria Chen, Activities Director
Board Member Since: 2022
AMS Member Since: 2015
Family: Husband works in Neuro-ophthalmology. They have two children.
What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? The AMS helps Mayo families make connections through many events, social groups, and service opportunities. I am honored to be able to help the board and work with such a great organization.
Board Member Since: 2022
AMS Member Since: 2015
Family: Husband works in Neuro-ophthalmology. They have two children.
What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? The AMS helps Mayo families make connections through many events, social groups, and service opportunities. I am honored to be able to help the board and work with such a great organization.
Deb Ramussen, Activities Co-Chair
AMS Membership Since: 2022 AMS Board Member Since: 2023 Family: My husband is a Vascular Surgeon and we have 3 grown children Work experience: I was previously a nurse at St Mary’s Hospital. The past 25 years I have spent as an active volunteer with military spouses, school and sports teams, and have served on multiple non- profit and church boards. What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? Being a military spouse for almost 30 years taught me that with every move one needs to find a community to be a part of. I hope to be a part of a welcoming community for new, and not so new Mayo spouses. I hope to provide opportunities for connection, fun, and community service. |
Paola Leon-Ferre, Events Director
Board Member Since: 2023
AMS Member Since: 2016
Family: Husband, Roberto Leon-Ferre, works as a Breast Oncologist. They have two children.
Work Experience: Paola previously worked in childhood development and special education in Ecuador.
What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? "I hope to be more involved in our community and to make a welcoming environment for new Mayo families."
Board Member Since: 2023
AMS Member Since: 2016
Family: Husband, Roberto Leon-Ferre, works as a Breast Oncologist. They have two children.
Work Experience: Paola previously worked in childhood development and special education in Ecuador.
What goals do you hope to accomplish this year? "I hope to be more involved in our community and to make a welcoming environment for new Mayo families."
Sophia Chen, President, Past President
Board Member Since: 2019
AMS Member Since: 2016
Family: Husband works in Radiology. They have three children.
Occupation: Senior Management Consultant with a background in hospital administration, finance, audits, risk management and programming
Why did you join the AMS board? “After joining a few AMS events, I found AMS is a wonderful organization, and I am appreciative of the board’s hard work and what they do to make every event possible. It’s my honor to serve our society and work with many dedicated and talented AMS board members.”
Board Member Since: 2019
AMS Member Since: 2016
Family: Husband works in Radiology. They have three children.
Occupation: Senior Management Consultant with a background in hospital administration, finance, audits, risk management and programming
Why did you join the AMS board? “After joining a few AMS events, I found AMS is a wonderful organization, and I am appreciative of the board’s hard work and what they do to make every event possible. It’s my honor to serve our society and work with many dedicated and talented AMS board members.”
Ann Mitchell, Board Member-At-Large (Emeritus)
Board Member Since: 2024 (Also served as president in the 70's) AMS Member Since: 1966 Family: Husband was in Nephrology. She has 4 children, 12 grandchildren and 4 great, great grandchildren. Work Experience: Previously worked as a teacher, broker, realtor and was the owner of Realty Place. Why did you join the AMS board? Requested by a former board member to be a representative. |