Nancy Allen-Scannell

Executive Director

Nancy joined MSPCC in 2006 and most recently served as the Director of External Affairs. She has spent almost two decades developing and strategically implementing the agency’s child mental health and child welfare policy and legislative initiatives. A highly respected and team focused leader, Allen-Scannell has worked collaboratively with legislators, key policy makers, youth, families, and a wide range of stakeholders to advance improvements in policy, practice, and resources for children and families. She has also spearheaded coalition efforts, including most recently the work of the Children’s Mental Health Campaign on the Mental Health ABC Act: Addressing Barriers to Care. Before joining MSPCC, she was the Director of Government Affairs at Jane Doe, Inc., the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence. She has served on numerous state- and community-level commissions and boards.

Advancement

Melanie S. Lima

Chief Advancement Officer

As the Chief Advancement Officer, Melanie leads and mentors a team of fundraising, marketing, and communications professionals tasked with growing MSPCC’s strong and dedicated donor base and broadening its brand awareness. Her collaborative approach and guiding vision contributes to the continued success of MSPCC in its mission to protect and promote the rights and well-being of children and families across Massachusetts. Melanie joined MSPCC in 2015 and has more than 30 years of development experience, holding key leadership positions for non-profit organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, and California. She received her Bachelor’s in Communications from Emerson College. Melanie lives in Rhode Island with her husband and treasures spending time with her daughter and son.

Julie Sheflin

Director of Advancement

Julie joined MSPCC in 2016 and currently serves as Director of Advancement. In this role, she partners on the development and execution of comprehensive short- and long-term fundraising strategies that advance the agency’s mission and long-term goals. She oversees donor relations and stewardship efforts, cultivating and soliciting a portfolio of high-capacity individual and corporate donors to ensure sustained engagement and philanthropic support.

Julie also leads communications, helping strengthen brand visibility, ensure consistent messaging, and communicate organizational impact. In addition, she oversees communications analytics and strategy, using data to inform outreach and engagement efforts, and provides leadership and supervision to Development and Communications staff.

Julie lives on the South Shore with her husband and two small children.

Megan Hempstead, MPH

Director of Development

Megan serves as MSPCC’s Director of Development, where she leads a team of fundraising professionals that secures $3 million annually to support statewide programs and services for children and families. In this role, she collaborates with MSPCC’s Director of Advancement, Chief Advancement Officer, and Executive Director to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing annual giving, major gifts, grants and RFRs, and special events. Megan brings more than a decade of experience in grant writing for MSPCC. Prior to joining MSPCC in 2015, Megan spent five years managing research initiatives focused on maternal and infant health in the Department of Family Medicine at Boston University.

Megan holds a Master of Public Health from Tufts University School of Medicine. Megan lives in Dedham with her husband, son, and furr-baby.

Sasha Martin

Corporate Relations Manager

Sasha joined MSPCC in 2023 and currently serves as the Corporate Relations Manager. In this role, Sasha will manage all corporate events and volunteer opportunities and work to grow MSPCC’s corporate partner relationships. Sasha received a Bachelor’s in Social Work at Florida State University and a Master’s in Social Work at Boston College. Prior to MSPCC, Sasha interned with a capacity-building nonprofit in collaboration with the strategy and operations team to work on a range of projects and special initiatives.

Claire McMahon

Development Operations Manager

Claire joined MSPCC in 2023 and currently serves as the Development Operations Manager. In her role, she manages the infrastructure necessary to optimize processes and increase efficiency within MSPCC. Claire also co-leads efforts to manage and grow MSPCC’s Young Professional Board. Prior to joining the organization, she received her Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Communication from Saint Anselm College.

Policy & Advocacy

Courtney Chelo

Director of Government Relations

Courtney has been with MSPCC since 2014. In their role, they coordinate the work of the Children’s Mental Health Campaign. Prior to joining the MSPCC, they served as a Policy Coordinator at Health Care For All, where they worked to expand access to quality, affordable oral health care and coverage for vulnerable populations. They are a member of the Massachusetts Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Youth, where she serves as the government relations committee chair. They are a graduate of the University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in environmental and resource economics.

Aditi Subramaniam,

Director, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Policy

Aditi Subramaniam, joined MSPCC in 2019 and is leading statewide infant and early childhood mental health workforce development efforts and a partnership between MSPCC and the MA Association for Infant Mental Health (MassAIMH), focused on enhancing, diversifying, and supporting the infant and early childhood mental health workforce to improve access to services for children age birth – 6 and their families. She is endorsed as an Infant and Early Childhood Mentor-Clinical and is a Licensed Psychotherapist and dance therapist specializing in Infant, Parent and Early Childhood mental health with more than twenty years of experience, in India and Boston.

Her experience includes clinical work, serving as faculty and trainer, and engaging in systems to build capacity in infant and early childhood mental health. She served as a board member of MassAIMH and holds an M.A in Expressive Therapies from Lesley University and an M.A in Clinical Psychology from University of Delhi, India. The principles and practices of social justice and equity are embedded in her everyday lens and work.

Sara Yablon-Smith

Program Manager, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health

Sara Yablon-Smith serves as the Program Manager for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health supporting the statewide partnership between MSPCC and MassAIMH focused on enhancing, diversifying and strengthening the Infant and Early Childhood workforce. Sara joined MSPCC in 2024 with over 15 years of experience supporting young children, families and caregivers in home visiting, parent support, maternal child health and as an Early Childhood Mental Health consultant. She holds a BA in English and Jewish Studies from Dartmouth College and an MA in Child Development from Tufts University.

Kimberley Asare

Endorsement Coordinator

Kimberley joined MSPCC in 2023 and currently serves as an Endorsement Coordinator. In her role, Kim works together with the MA Association for Infant Mental Health (MassAIMH) Board and MSPCC IECMH staff on supporting the statewide infant and early childhood workforce development efforts including the implementation of MassAIMH Endorsement. Kimberley received her B.S. degree in Public Health with a minor in Biology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Prior to her role here, she provided acute and restorative care as a medical assistant for families and children in the Worcester area. Kim also serves as a member of the MSPCC Young Professional board!


Aastha Patel

Policy & Programs Coordinator

Aastha joined MSPCC in 2025 as the Policy & Programs Associate. In her role, she is responsible for special initiatives project management, including development and implementation of legislative and administrative advocacy strategies. Aastha received a Master in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology/Biostatistics and Maternal and Child Health from Boston University School of Public Health. Prior to joining MSPCC, she interned at a nonprofit in their data development department.

Communications

Caroline Holland

Associate Director of Communications

Caroline joined MSPCC in 2024 as the Associate Director of Communications. In her role, she leads the agency’s communication strategy and works with colleagues across the organization to elevate MSPCC’s important work to key stakeholders and the general public. She has previously held communications roles at regional and national organizations including MENTOR, the Nellie Mae Education Foundation, and The Steppingstone Foundation. She serves on the Young Professionals Leadership Committee of the Women’s Lunch Place and holds a B.A. from Colby College.

Annelise Perry

Multimedia Design & Social Media Associate

Annelise joined MSPCC in 2025 as the Multimedia Design & Social Media Associate. In her role, she is responsible for creating and managing visual content across digital platforms to support MSPCC’s brand and communication goals. Annelise received her Bachelor’s in History from the University of Michigan. Prior to joining MSPCC, Annelise has worked in design and education for various museums and arts non-profit organizations.