Our Staff

Laurie Meadoff CEO
Laurie joined the staff in April 2009 after a long history of executive producing programming for Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, ABC, HBO Family, MTV and VH1 as Co-Founder and CEO of Chat Ventures. In 2001, she began a web program, Chat the Planet – a conduit of conversation with young people around the globe via satellite and recently executive produced the web series "Hometown Baghdad.” Laurie founded The CityKids Foundation, known for its artistic and leadership programming.

Susan Holland Vice President
Susan first joined the Cancer Schmancer team in July 2008 as a Special Events Coordinator after volunteering for the organization since its launch. Holland holds a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Business and specializes in fashion buying, media sales, public relations, and event production. She has a passion for developing relationships and connecting people through events that entertain and make a difference in women’s health.

Kelly Woolf Executive Assistant to the CEO & Special Projects Coordinator
Kelly joined Cancer Schmancer in September 2009 as Office Manager and Executive Assistant to the CEO. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from The New School and is currently at work on a Masters in Social Work from the Silver School at New York University. Before arriving at Cancer Schmancer, Kelly worked as Assistant Events Coordinator for SideKick Events, LLC.

Rob Ornstein Fundraising & Finance Consultant
Rob joined Cancer Schmancer in June 2009 and provides fundraising consulting services with a focus on individual and foundation giving. In addition he handles general administration and operations. Rob has 19 years of nonprofit experience, with 10 years at Gay Men's Health Crisis in NYC.