Emma Ecker, a recent graduate with a degree in Biology from the University of Minnesota Morris, joined the Milk Bank with a strong interest in working for a nonprofit organization. Prior to this, she spent 7 months working as an English language assistant in two public middle schools in Nord/Hauts de France. In her free time, Emma enjoys painting and collage art, and she is the proud owner of two sphynx cats. She is thrilled to be a part of the Milk Bank and is eager to educate her friends and family about the mission and importance of milk banking.
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Mellisa Vang, MPNA
Office Coordinator
Mellisa Vang has been handling administrative roles with the Milk Bank since June 2021. Prior to her joining the team, she was an elementary youth worker and a certified postpartum doula working with babies in the comfort of their own homes where emotional and physical support was offered to families. She understands that the process of breastfeeding does not come easily for everyone or opted out for several reasons in which she is grateful to take part of a mission that ensures babies have access to pasteurized donor human milk. Mellisa is a proud Hmong-American and holds a Master of Public and Nonprofit Administration degree from Metropolitan State University.
Bridget Ryan, MA
Human Resources Assistant
Bridget Ryan has provided advisory services to the Milk Bank for nearly a decade, focusing on mission formation, community outreach,…
Venedia Campbell
PASTEURIZER TECHNICIAN
Venedia Campbell joined the team in December 2021 as a Pasteurizer. Venedia is a native of Minneapolis and an involved…