Reeds Fund Announces New Leadership

[Baltimore, Maryland] – [January 7, 2025] – Reeds Fund, which educates, advocates, and liberates young adults on the autistic spectrum is honored to announce the appointment of 5 new members to its Board of Directors.

The new board members bring a wealth of experience and expertise in business, education, technology, government relations, and event management to Reeds Fund.

They are:

• Teshika Burnside: CEO and Lead Event Producer of Chic Soirees, brings extensive experience in event management and production

  
  

• Vincent Mao: Venture Capital Investor, former strategy lead at Meta and Google, brings extensive experience in business strategy, analytics, and technology acceleration.

• Jinmi Odunlami: Government Affairs at Encompass Health, brings extensive experience in government affairs

• Antonia Taggart: Owner of Antoniatee, brings extensive experience in branding, marketing, and communications

• Ankit Yadav: Operations at Sol Systems, brings extensive experience in project management, consulting, and data visualization

"We are incredibly fortunate to welcome these exceptional individuals to our Board," said Matthew and Melanie Reeds, co-founders of the Reeds Fund. "Their diverse perspectives and commitment to young adults on the autistic spectrum will be invaluable as we continue to expand our programs, increase our impact, and build stronger community partnerships."

The new Board members will join Reeds Fund's existing Board of Directors in guiding the organization's strategic direction, overseeing its financial health, and advocating for its mission.

About Reeds Fund

Reeds Fund educates, advocates, and liberates young adults on the autistic spectrum across Maryland. We are dedicated to supporting young adults on the autism spectrum by providing financial resources and opportunities that promote independence and personal growth. The fund focuses on initiatives that enhance the quality of life for individuals with autism, helping them to navigate the transition into adulthood and achieve their goals.

Media Contact:

Melanie Reeds, hello@reedsfund.org