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Robert Mueller

MEMBER

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Hi, I’m Robert Mueller, and I am a Senior Scientist in the pharmaceutical industry with a focus in biochemistry. While my career is dedicated to understanding and fighting disease through science, my true passion lies in the fitness community. As a teenager, weightlifting played a critical role in my recovery from anorexia nervosa, shaping my belief in the transformative physical and psychological power of exercise. This passion led me to work as a personal trainer, in gym management, and to co-found a fitness club at my current job, while also inspiring me to pursue a degree in biochemistry to better understand exercise at a biological level. I believe exercise is a powerful and underutilized form of medicine, particularly for mental health, and I use my role on the board to spread awareness, grow the nonprofit through my fitness-industry connections, and help advance understanding of the biological mechanisms that make movement such a potent therapeutic tool.

Dianne Orrison

MEMBER

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Dianne is a healthcare partner, advocate, strategic collaborator and impactful communicator. She is passionate about fostering meaningful connections between healthcare providers, patients, and communities. Dianne is a results-driven healthcare business development leader with 25 years of experience in marketing, sales, and patient advocacy.

As both a clinician and an experienced sales and marketing professional, she brings a unique perspective to strategic growth. Her approach prioritizes innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. Her focus, connecting to explore opportunities to drive positive change and advance care excellence...together!

Dr. Frank Rojas

MEMBER

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Dr. Frank Rojas is a results-oriented leader committed to building profitable growth and return on investment domestically and internationally. Dr. Rojas advocates for providing access to post-traditional learners in post-secondary higher education globally. He enables universities across the globe to meet the needs of marginalized learners. Dr. Rojas creates value through a customer-centric approach to internal and external constituents. As an executive leader, he has an extensive background in start-up organizations. He is known for quickly impacting top-line revenue by developing and executing global go-to-market strategies.

Dr. Rojas believes in developing people with a systematic approach to helping up-and-coming leaders reach their full potential by leveraging their strengths while improving development opportunities. His leadership style is adaptable and proven in multi-national organizations with sensitivity to organizational and social differences while delivering results for parent organizations. He serves Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA, as their Vice President of Enrollment Management. In his span of care, Dr. Rojas leads the admissions, advising, student life, and athletic teams at Bay Path.

Dr. Rojas has earned a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change through Fielding Graduate University. He has also completed a Master's in Organization Leadership through Fielding and an Executive MBA through Pepperdine University. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from DeVry University.

Dr. Rojas is a board fellow for Latinos for Education, a non-profit whose mission is to develop, place, and connect essential Latino leaders in the education sector. Latinos for Education is committed to building an ecosystem of Latino advocates by infusing Latino talent into positions of influence. Dr. Rojas also serves on the board for the Latino STEM Alliance and the vestry for Saint Andrews Episcopal Church in Longmeadow, MA. Before moving to Longmeadow, MA., Dr. Rojas also served on the Executive Council and Strategic Taskforce for the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego and was a member of the Bishop’s Committee and the senior warden at Saint Thomas of Canterbury in Temecula, CA.

For self-care, Dr. Rojas and his wife ride Harley Davidsons, part of a motorcycle ministry called Black Sheep Harley Davidsons for Christ. This global motorcycle ministry aims to bring the Gospel to other motorcyclists. Dr. Rojas is seven years into his sobriety through the grace of God and the love and support of his family.

Fun fact – Dr. Rojas rode his Harley with his daughter from Murrieta, CA, to Brevard, NC, in the summer of 2019 while completing his dissertation.

Prativa Shah

TREASURER

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As the Founder and Managing Member of S&P Associates LLC, Prativa brings extensive expertise in tax planning, accounting, bookkeeping, and financial strategy. As an Enrolled Agent licensed by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, she has dedicated her career to helping individuals and small businesses build stronger financial foundations and make informed decisions for long-term success.

Prativa's commitment to education, leadership, and community impact aligns closely with our mission of empowering individuals to transform their lives through health, wellness, and recovery.

Her financial expertise, strategic insight, and passion for service will be invaluable as we continue to grow our programs, strengthen our impact, and expand opportunities for those we serve.

Lara Sturm

SECRETARY

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Titles:

• 2018 IPF World Masters Champion and best lifter overall
• 2017 IPF World Masters Champion
• 2015 IPF World Masters Champion
• 2014 GA USAPL’s Lifter of the Year
• 2014 IPF World Masters Champion
• 2014 IPF Masters World Bench Press Bronze Medalist
• 4-time Masters National Champion
• 2015 Open National Champion

Lara began her mental transformation in 1990 when she confessed to being powerless over alcohol and that her life had become unmanageable. In 2001, during a trying time in her life, she began her physical transformation through weight training and found the mental aspect of fitness greatly enhanced her mental outlook.

She competed in NPC Figure for several years until she found her way to a barbell in 2009. In 2012, when picking up heavy stuff started to really be fun, Lara decided to try competing in a USAPL Powerlifting meet. She got hooked from the start and now holds over 11 state records, including four American Records.

In September of 2014, Lara won the title of World Champion by competing at the IPF World Masters Championships in Pilsen, Czech Republic. As a M1(40-50) lifter and a body weight of 138# she squatted 402lb, bench pressed 220lb, and deadlifted 380lb, totaling over 1000lb. This was enough to put her on the podium with a gold medal capturing her first World Championship title!

Lara also owned and operated a successful CrossFit gym for over 10 years and contributed to the transformation of hundreds of others in that time. Currently, she works for a financial software company, creating eLearning experiences for users and customers. Lara is thrilled to join our team to empower others to transform their lives through weight training.

Dr. Deborah Bucci

CHAIR

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Leadership requires us to be whole and resilient to engage with our fullest energy. Dr. Deb offers clients pathways to achieve results and live a healthy, rewarding life – providing practices, tools, and strategies for her clients to live well and lead well. Deb combines a lifelong interest in health and fitness with her commitment to learning and teaching to nurture growth and transformation.

Dr. Deb received her nursing degree from Owens Technical College, her BS in Human Development from The Ohio State University, her MA in Health and Exercise Science from Furman University, MA and PhD in Organization Development and Change from Fielding Graduate University. Her academic research on Well-being and the Future of Work was highlighted on Close Up Radio in March 2022 and presented at EDRA Annual Conference: Health in All Design 2022.

Heidi Reese, Certified Personal Trainer | Certified Recovery Specialist| Founder & CEO of Strong Like You Personal Training

FIT RECOVERY TRAINER

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Heidi Reese is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Recovery Specialist, and the Founder & CEO of Strong Like You Personal Training, where she helps adults 35+ build strength, improve health, and boost confidence through personalized, sustainable fitness. With a background as a high-level Executive Assistant in demanding corporate environments, Heidi understands the importance of self-care and resilience.

A competitive bodybuilder in the NPC and OCB Women’s Wellness divisions, Heidi’s passion for fitness and recovery is rooted in her own transformation. In January 2025, she celebrated nine years of sobriety—a milestone that drives her mission to empower others physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Heidi offers in-person and online coaching that combines resistance training, nutrition education, and mindset work. Her approach is grounded in encouragement, accountability, and the belief that “you don’t have to be strong like them—just be Strong Like You.”

She also serves on the Advisory Committee of Hope & Coffee Coatesville, using her lived experience to reduce stigma and support the recovery community through outreach and advocacy.

Certifications
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified Recovery Specialist

Tunde Oladipo, CPT, LMT

FIT RECOVERY TRAINER

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With a background rooted in Exercise Science and a commitment to integrated health, Tunde Oladipo serves as the Clinical Director of Flux Integrated Health & Performance in Royersford, PA. As a Licensed Massage Therapist and Medical Exercise Specialist, Tunde specializes in bridging the gap between clinical rehabilitation and high-level physical performance.

His approach is defined by a deep understanding of human movement and a dedication to multi-modal wellness. Outside of the clinic, Tunde is the founder of BTA Futbol Academy, where he applies his expertise to developing athletes through technical, physical, and tactical training under the philosophy "Más Que Un Juego" (More Than a Game).

Whether working with patients in a clinical setting or coaching on the pitch, Tunde is driven by a passion for optimizing human potential and fostering sustainable health through evidence-based practice and specialized care.

Certifications

• Certified Personal Trainer
• Licensed Massage Therapist