Board of Directors
Vanessa Keeney - Chair
I have a doctorate in neuropharmacology with a background in neurology and psychiatry. I am passionate about understanding, treatment and support of mental health and mental health wellness. I’ve been a Lexington resident for the past 10 years and have been very involved with the Lexington Public School District, as well as PTO Co-President and Vice President at Fiske Elementary and Diamond Middle School.
Fun Fact: I am a certified Barre and Pilates instructor.
Megan Hattori - Grants Director
I have been a Lexington resident for over 10 years and have a child in middle school and two in elementary school. I’m active with LPS green teams, Lexington youth soccer, and co-lead the Dyslexia and ADHD peer mentorship program for students K-12. I have a PHD in sociology and spend my days thinking about Massachusetts residents' access to health care, with an eye on equity.
Fun Fact: Most weeks I bike more miles than I drive.
Sara Sheikh - Community Events Director
Originally from Southern California, I have been a Lexington resident for 12 years after moving here with my family. I have two children who attended LPS for elementary and middle school, and both now attend Minuteman Vocational Technical High School.
I have been involved with the Lexington MLK day of service for 8 years. When I first joined, I was the blanket-making coordinator and worked alongside many wonderful volunteers. Two years ago, I took over as chair.
Professionally, I am a preschool teacher, and I'm an advocate for children and families, particularly around mental health. I genuinely love connecting with people, and I have many ideas for how to integrate YCC into the Lexington community in the coming years.
Fun Fact: I had 5 weddings to the same person.
Audra Myerberg - Co-Chair & Marketing Director
I have been a Lexington resident with my husband and two children for almost 15 years, with both children going through the Lexington Public School system from K-12. I do freelance marketing for nonprofits, small businesses, & start-ups; was on the Board for LexFun, Hastings PTO, LHS PTO, will always be a LHS Basketball Booster; VP of Marketing for the Lexington Education Foundation; and I deliver food for the Lexington Food Pantry. I found YCC through my daughter, Abby, who was on the Youth Board.
Fun Fact: I co-founded an AI Literacy company that teaches in-person foundational AI in and around Lexington.
Pash Jhaveri - Youth Board Liaison
I have been a Lexington resident for over 13 years and am a mom of two, with my son and daughter both attending Lexington Public Schools (Diamond/LHS). I have more than 20 years of experience in CPG and healthcare marketing and strategy. Alongside my professional career, I actively advise nonprofit initiatives, particularly in patient advocacy and youth-focused programs, where I help advance equitable access to resources and care. I’m deeply committed to supporting the youth community and ensuring opportunities for all.
Ben Getman - Clinical Team & Clerk
I am a Licensed Mental Heath Counselor with nearly a decade serving the Lexington and greater Metrowest area. I bring a wealth of experience to my private practice with a focus on children, adults, and families. Having worked extensively as a therapist, counseling psychology professor, and as a member of YCC’s clinical consult team, I’ve developed a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities children and families in Lexington face. Through collaboration with organizations like YCC, my goal is to contribute to meaningful change and support for the Lexington community.
Fun Fact: I love movies and last year watched nearly 250!
Jonathan Suber - Treasurer
I have been a resident of Lexington for over 20 years and am a parent of three children who have attended Lexington Public Schools. I’m a member of the Lexington Catholic Community, Lexington Town Meeting member representing Precinct 2, board member of the Association of Black Citizens of Lexington, and former Lexington Youth Soccer coach.