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FACES BOARD OF DIRECTORS

McKenzie Bergenback

McKenzie found FACES in 2020 while searching for craniofacial resources after moving to Chattanooga in 2017. As a clinical anaplastologist, she spent years creating facial prosthetics for individuals with craniofacial differences, work that deeply shaped her understanding of identity, dignity, and what it means to be seen.

FACES’ mission immediately resonated with both her professional background and her personal values, and what began as a search for resources quickly grew into a long-term commitment to advocacy, service, and community.

BOARD CHAIR

EMILY MCKAY

DEVELOPMENT

DIRECTOR

Emily’s career in the non-profit sector began as manager and curator of an antique and modern doll museum, which led to roles in development and special events for arts, education, and social services organizations in Chattanooga. She learned about FACES in 1997 when she moved to Chattanooga and read of the organization's recent name change and public awareness efforts.

Emily is a graduate of Louisiana State University and has two grown daughters. Besides an interest in home renovations, reading, and gardening, a year ago she has ventured into acting and has performed in three productions in local theaters.

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LIZ ADAMS

COMMUNICATIONS
SPECIALIST

Liz Adams has been a member of the FACES community her entire life, as her family received support from FACES throughout her medical journey with Goldenhar syndrome. Now as Communciations Specialist, she now manages FACES’ newsletters, social media, website updates, fundraising campaigns, and helps families access the care they need.

She is a graduate of Marywood University with a degree in Multimedia Communication. She is also the co-founder of Courageously Kind, a podcast and social platform dedicated to promoting courage and kindness to a global audience.

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Ashley Rhodes was born with Crouzon Syndrome and worked full time with FACES in her twenties. Today, she is a middle school counselor in South Carolina where she lives with her husband, Patrick, and son, Jack. Ashley was instrumental in developing the concept of FACES Camp and pioneering its success. During the summer, there is no place she would rather be than at FACES Camp!

ASHLEY RHODES

FACES CAMP DIRECTOR

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M.E. SANDERS

FACES CAMP ASSISTANT

As FACES Camp Assistant, M.E. assists the Director with administrative responsibilities, including answering parents' questions, processing registrations, and handling scholarship applications, and is on-site during the camp week. M.E. was a camp counselor for the inaugural FACES Camp in 2019.

"Hello, my name is Mary Elizabeth "M.E." Sanders. I was born and raised in Beaufort, SC, and graduated from the College of Charleston in 2020. (Go Cougs!) I have a long history with the FACES organization. My twin sister and I were born with Pfeiffer syndrome, and FACES assisted our family when we had to travel for specialized craniofacial surgeries when we were young girls. A few years ago, Ashley Rhodes reached out and presented her dreams of starting a camp for children affected by a craniofacial condition. When Ashley shared her dreams, I knew I wanted to come as a camp counselor and provide a wonderful experience for children whose lives are anything but ordinary at times.

FACES Camp is essential for fostering independence and creating memorable experiences and friendships that will last a lifetime. It's been heartwarming to interact with (and get to know) children and parents who are navigating this hectic life and being able to relate to my hardships and overcome various challenges. I don't have all the answers, but friendships make life much easier. And that's why I am for camp!"