Our Staff
On My Own of Michigan is currently supported by a staff of five.
Our staff comes to On My Own of Michigan with a range of experiences supporting individuals with developmental disabilities—personal, educational and professional. Most are trained social workers and a few have family members with developmental disabilities. What we all have in common is a passion for helping you achieve your goals.
Jennifer Roccanti, MBA
Executive Director
My first day at OMO: August 7, 2017
A little about me: I’m responsible for managing all aspects of our organization, and ensuring our staff have the resources they need to provide the highest-quality support to our members. Before I came to On My Own of Michigan, I was the Chief Performance Officer for Miriam’s Kitchen—a nonprofit working to end long-term homelessness in Washington, DC. I also had a career in community relations for minor league baseball teams and spent some summers dressed as a mascot. I have a Bachelor of Science in Print Journalism from Suffolk University, certificates in nonprofit management and strategy and performance management from Georgetown University, and a Master of Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University.
Ask me about: our plans for the future, our finances, ways you can invest in our work and the overall management of our organization
Contact me: jennifer@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 223
My pronouns: she/her/hers
Rachel Newbill, LBSW
Independent Living Program Manager
My first day at OMO: December 2, 2015
A little about me: I’m responsible for developing and managing our robust suite of individualized support services, and for ensuring our members have the skills and support they need to live independently. Before I came to On My Own of Michigan, I worked as a resident advocate and crisis line staffer at Turning Point, Inc. I have a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Oakland University and am also a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional.
Ask me about: our programs
Contact me: rachel@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 228
My pronouns: she/her/hers
Shannon Graham, LLBSW
Independent Living Program Coordinator
My first day at OMO: September 11, 2019
A little about me: I’m responsible for providing one-on-one independent living support to our members. I came to On My Own of Michigan as an intern while I was completing my social work degree and was hired into my current role in April of 2020. I have a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Wayne State University and previously worked in the healthcare industry.
Ask me about: independent living support services
Contact me: shannon@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 230
My pronouns: she/her/hers
Kayla Gerhardt
Independent Living Program Coordinator
My first day at OMO: March 15, 2021
A little about me: I’m responsible for providing one-on-one independent living support to our members. I came to On My Own of Michigan after previously working as a behavior specialist in a local school district and have a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Rochester College.
Ask me about: independent living support services
Contact me: kayla@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 225
My pronouns: she/her/hers
Martha Goldberg, MSW
Independent Living Program Coordinator
My first day at OMO: December 1, 2020
A little about me: I’m responsible for providing one-on-one independent living support to our members. I came to On My Own of Michigan with more than 20 years' experience in the nonprofit sector, and most recently served as the coordinator of teen philanthropy at The Jewish Fund. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Michigan, a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University and a Master of Arts in Jewish Professional Studies and Nonprofit Management from the Spertus Institute.
Ask me about: independent living support services
Contact me: martha@onmyownofmi.org // (248) 649-3739 x 226
My pronouns: she/her/hers
Our Board
Our work is governed by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees, currently comprised of 9 members of our community. Four of our trustees have children with a developmental disability.
The board’s role is to ensure our organization is meeting the needs of our members and remains financially sustainable. They meet every other month to discuss the strategic progress we’re making.
Dave Konop
President
Principal, KPMG
Pat McFawn, CFP
Vice President
President, McFawn Financial Services Group, LLC
Barb Baker
Treasurer
Retired, Taubman
Lisa Toenniges
Secretary
CEO, Innovative Learning Group
Kristi Davis, CTRS
Trustee
Dementia + Disabilities Supportive Services Program Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association--Michigan Chapter
Cathie Kleve
Trustee
Global Learning Solutions Internal Consultant, Raytheon
Tieast Leverett-Thornton
Trustee
National Sales/After Sales/Luxury Performance Training Manager, Stellantis
Kevin O'Shea
Trustee
Partner, The Miller Law Firm P.C.
Leslie Accardo
Trustee
Project Manager, PEA Group
Our Family Support Organization
The Family Support Organization (FSO) is made up of families of our members, and is designed to support On My Own of Michigan families, members and the organization as a whole. The FSO oversees the bylaws for On My Own of Michigan and appoints our Board of Trustees.
Quarterly meetings provide opportunities for families to share experiences, learn about and become involved in the organization’s programming, and discuss common concerns and ideas.
Nancie Munselle
President
Deb Schultz
Vice President
Michele Koziara
Treasurer