Amber has a history of fixing, building, and tenaciously seeking solutions to complex challenges. After meeting her husband Marcus at Southern Illinois University, she spent over a decade supporting his military career as a U.S. Navy SEAL.
As her own personal and professional life began to unravel upon Marcus’ separation from the military, Amber became determined not to become a victim, but rather to pursue victory for her own family, as well as countless others. Amber has successfully built and led the VETS organization from a grassroots movement into a nationally recognized nonprofit organization. Her strategic approach, keen intuition, and knack for team building have been key components in assisting 1000+ veterans, raising over $14MM, adding to the growing body of psychedelic research, and successfully advocating for policy change across the U.S.
Amber is a devoted wife and mother, admires strong leadership, and is fiercely principled and deeply passionate about issues facing veteran families. She possesses a heart for serving others and a steadfast determination to make a difference.
Stacy Fiske joined VETS in 2023 as the Chief Operating Officer. Stacy is a dynamic executive with more than 25 years of experience in driving business transformation, improving operational performance, and leading organizations to embrace new ideas, processes, products, and strategies.
Stacy graduated with a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of San Diego in 1997 and became licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in 1999. Prior roles include Manager of Assurance Services with one of the Big 4 accounting firms; Vice President and Director of Product Management and Marketing Strategy with a top 10 financial services company; Director of Sales Strategy – Business Services for a leading e-commerce company; and Owner/CEO of a health and wellness company.
Stacy also has 13 years of experience serving on the Board of Directors for two local non-profit organizations in the San Diego area.
Stacy is married to a retired Navy SEAL Mustang who served for 23 years before retiring in 2017. Together, they have 5 children and live in the San Diego, California area. Stacy is passionate about the VETS mission as she has seen first-hand how the organization has impacted Veterans and their families in the Special Operations community.
Kristen’s journey into philanthropy started early, driven by a genuine desire to make a difference. After earning her Bachelor’s Degree, she fell into international humanitarian work with Save the Children. This hands-on experience opened her eyes to the tough realities of poverty and conflict worldwide, reinforcing her commitment to a career in the nonprofit sector.
For the past 18 years, Kristen has been a dedicated force in the nonprofit world, bringing her expertise in administration, emergency response, leadership, and program management. After a period focusing on raising her children while her husband served, she pursued a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management from Northeastern University, staying connected to the field she loves.
Alongside her professional path, Kristen spent over 13 years deeply involved in the military community. She supported her husband through his service as a Marine and later as a Navy SEAL, managing the challenges of family life with their three young children during his military career.
Now living in Texas with her family, Kristen is deeply passionate about VETS’ mission. Having seen the significant impact the organization has had on veterans and her own life, she is fully committed to supporting and advancing its cause.
Lori has a doctorate in Counseling and Psychological Studies with a concentration in Trauma and Crisis Counseling, a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling, and undergraduate degrees in Psychology, Animal Science, and Agricultural Business Management. She is a certified psychedelic integration coach and has advanced training in psychological first aid and recovery, disaster behavioral health, child sexual abuse risk reduction, and supporting military children with traumatic grief. As an educational advocate, Lori provided educational testing, tutoring, specialized therapies, and advocacy for hundreds of Naval Special Warfare families. Prior roles include co-owner and Chief Operating Officer of an established commercial real estate development company; Controller of an automotive upholstery manufacturer supplying General Motors; and Interior Decorator and founder of an art and antiques franchise.
Eric “Moose” Smith is a devoted husband, father to three beautiful boys, and someone who’s continually learning how to live with presence, honesty, and heart. His journey deepened through the gift of teachers—wise, humble people who showed him what it means to live authentically and to lead with love. Today, Moose offers that guidance forward through meditation, authentic relating, and community connection, especially with fellow veterans exploring new paths to peace. Time with his family—whether they’re hiking, traveling, or simply sharing a quiet moment at home—reminds him of what truly matters and keeps his heart open. Moose believes deeply in the power of psychedelic retreats when held with care and is committed to supporting others as they rediscover wholeness, one breath and one relationship at a time.
Breanna Crenshaw is a military spouse and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in crisis stabilization, trauma-informed care, grief and loss counseling, and treating root vulnerabilities. Breanna has been in the mental health field since 2014 and began focusing her career on Veteran suicide prevention and innovative programming in 2021. Breanna has a passion for holistic healing and creating lasting change. Breanna is a 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher and enjoys involving somatic interventions in her clinical work.
She lives at 8,000 feet in a small mountain neighborhood in Utah where she and her family enjoy solitude, nature, and outdoor activities.
Chris Thompson served most of his time in the Army as a Green Beret in 3rd Special Forces Group. After his time in the military, Chris worked as a contractor, still deploying, in support of Special Operations for the next several years. Altogether, he conducted seven combat deployments and was decorated with the Bronze Star for Valor, two additional Bronze Stars, and has also been awarded the Congressional Veteran Commendation. Prior to coming to VETS, Chris has been heavily involved in the veteran non-profit space for more than eight years. There he has served in a variety of different roles, most of which have centered around engaging the veteran community. He is passionate about serving veterans, especially the Special Operations community, and is passionate about the healing benefits plant medicines can offer. Chris lives in central Texas with his wife and son.
Lauren Myers is both a veteran and a military spouse. Retiring after 21 years, she spent half of her career as an Air Force pilot including flying the C-5 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. She is married to a former Navy SEAL who served on multiple deployments during OIF/OEF. Lauren has a passion for helping veterans and their families and is honored to be a part of the change VETS is making. She lives in California with her husband and 2 daughters.
Isabel McKenzie joined VETS in mid-2022 as the Director of Development. With more than 15 years of experience building philanthropic support for nonprofits, Isabel is excited to advance the work of VETS through the strategic engagement of individuals, foundations, and organizations. She became familiar with the power of VETS when a family member greatly benefitted as a participant. Prior to joining VETS, she spent nearly a decade as a fundraiser at the University of Denver managing their principal gifts program. She has also worked for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Denver Botanic Gardens.
Isabel has an undergraduate degree in history from Colorado College and a MS in organizational leadership from the University of Denver. She lives in Colorado with her husband and their one-year-old twins.
Dylan Orion developed his research skills at the Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research where he co-facilitated and managed psychedelic clinical trials. He designed and oversees the VETS Wellbeing Assessment program, a longitudinal evaluation of all grant recipients using cutting edge diagnostic tools. Additionally, Dylan spearheaded novel research into belief changes associated with psychedelics and special operators. He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and leads the Integrative Arts Collective, which is dedicated to providing accessible wellness programming to the community. The collective integrates psychedelic theory with established wellness modalities to enhance community growth and expansion.
Khurshid has served as VETS’ External Legal Counsel since its founding. He has advised VETS on matters including: US controlled substances laws; First Amendment rights to advocate for access to psychedelics; the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and FDA regulations; VETS’ grant program; informed consent, professional licensing and the qualification of providers; general corporate and contract law; and drug policy reform—including laws and voter initiatives decriminalizing and expanding access to plant medicines. Khurshid is passionate about advancing VETS’ mission. As a dedicated father, he prays his service to VETS will help to relieve the suffering of other parents, children and families who have already sacrificed for the defense of our nation, and aid VETS in averting future tragedies from the veteran suicide epidemic.
Khurshid is principal of Greenbridge Corporate Counsel, P.C., a law firm established in 2012 to advance the reform of drug laws, and currently serves as Chair Emeritus of the Board of Directors of the National Cannabis Industry Association. He holds a J.D. from the UC Berkeley School of Law, an M.A. in International Relations from The University of Chicago, and a B.A. in Political Science from DePaul University.
Logan Davidson is a legislative and political staffer with bipartisan experience at the state and federal level. He served as Legislative Director and Chief of Staff for Representative Alex Dominguez, where he shepherded Texas’ historic psychedelic medicine law, HB 1802, to passage and implementation. He leads local education and advocacy efforts for psychedelic medicine in Texas as Executive Director of Texans for Greater Mental Health.
Logan is a military family member with a dedicated passion for ending the Veteran suicide epidemic. He received a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Political Science from Texas Tech University and completed his MBA at the University of North Texas.
Joining VETS in 2024 as Director of Marketing and Communications, Victoria brings more than 12 years experience in digital marketing, graphic design, content strategy, brand management, and funnel optimization. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Westfield State University in Westfield, Massachusetts - her home state. Her professional background includes a diverse mix of in-house marketing roles in the non-profit sector, real estate industry, with service companies, and with local government. Nowadays, Victoria is passionate about helping organizations execute smart strategy, produce stellar content, and leverage their unique creative edge to achieve goals. As a proud partner to a military service member, and with friends + family in the veteran community, her connection to VETS’ mission goes beyond the marketing.
Brad Burge earned his B.A. in Communication and Psychology from Stanford University in 2005 and his M.A. in Communication from the University of California, San Diego in 2009. He was Director of Communications for the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) from 2011 to 2020, where he engaged daily with audiences around the world to enhance public knowledge about psychedelic research. He also directed the Psychedelic Science conferences in 2013 and 2017, which at the time were the largest psychedelic conferences in history. In 2020, Brad founded Integration Communications , a public relations firm dedicated to the psychedelic industry, which serves a wide range of clients in the growing field, and serves as Director of Public Relations for VETS.
Brad is passionate about finding better ways for humans to work with the pharmaceutical and digital communications technologies of the 21st century. When he’s not plugged in, you’ll find him in the mountains, carrying a backpack, somewhere down a long trail.
DaisyMae is the Marketing Manager at VETS, where she leads the charge on email campaigns and digital strategy, helping bring the VETS mission to life online. In 2019, she founded DazeMarie Marketing, a boutique digital marketing firm focused on lifestyle, wellness, and psychedelic therapy. Her clients span an impressive range—from clinics and researchers to nonprofits, medspas, medical offices, therapists, and more worldwide. Driven by a deep passion for helping others, DaisyMae is proud to play a role in amplifying VETS’ message and impact. She holds a B.A. in Communications and Global Studies from Hofstra University and earned a certification in U.S. Government from Harvard.
Beyond her professional world, DaisyMae finds joy in fitness, cooking, literature, traveling, and creative projects of all kinds. When she’s not championing the future of psychedelic therapy, you’ll find her immersed in the bridal industry as a freelance makeup artist and dress consultant. She lives in New Jersey with her husband.
Alecia has spent the last twenty years crafting polished corporate campaigns, immersive event themes, and experiential activations. Her passion extends beyond creativity - she is committed to honoring and supporting our servicemen and women, recognizing their sacrifices as the foundation of our freedoms.
She is deeply honored to help amplify VETS’ mission - a mission with the power to change the world.
Outside of work, Alecia embraces adventure, traveling with her horses to compete and continuously push the limits of her craft. Whether through marketing or horsemanship, she finds joy in storytelling, craftsmanship, and the relentless pursuit of helping others.
Halley Reitz is the Marketing Coordinator at VETS, Inc., where she supports the marketing department by executing marketing strategies, creating content, and managing social media accounts. With over five years of experience in the industry, Halley excels at helping brands find their unique voice and establish meaningful connections with their audience. She has worked with notable franchises of brands such as Ford and SERVPRO, driving successful campaigns and enhancing brand presence.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Halley enjoys reading, practicing watercolors, and participating in CrossFit. These hobbies reflect her creativity, dedication, and commitment to personal growth, which she brings to both her personal and professional life.
A passionate professional with a strong background in community building, project management, and creative strategy. With years of experience in social media, content creation, and digital marketing, she’s the face behind VETS’ social media engagement. Originally from Brazil, Daffny’s lived in California for many years, giving her a global perspective and the ability to adapt to diverse environments. She holds certifications from UC Berkeley and Stanford University, and is constantly seeking for more knowledge in her personal and professional life.
In addition to her career, she’s deeply involved in social and environmental causes, having worked on projects in regions such as the United States, Central America, and the Amazon. She’s passionate about literature, creative thinking, and the study of the human mind.
Kelliis a seasoned marketer and entrepreneur with a passion for building brands that make an impact. With over 15 years of experience, she has led creative marketing strategies across industries, from fitness and wellness to SaaS. As the founder of LFT Wellness, she has spent more than a decade shaping a community-driven fitness brand focused on strength, longevity, and performance.
Beyond business, she is deeply connected to the veteran community as the wife of an active-duty Navy SEAL, an advocate for military families, and a dedicated mother. Her work blends marketing expertise with a personal mission to support those who serve.
At her core, she believes in the power of community, resilience, and bold ideas.
Julia Deaver is a distinguished brand and experience architect with over 15 years of leadership across corporate, nonprofit, and mission-aligned organizations. Renowned for building platforms that move people and reshape perception, she designs experiences that drive connection, visibility, and growth.
Co-Founder of 40 Over 40, a national award platform honoring women redefining leadership, culture, and impact. Under Julia’s leadership, it has become a nationwide movement—backed by global brands, featured on major networks, and recognized as a catalyst for equity and cultural change.
Julia has led high-impact initiatives for organizations including eBay, Silicon Slopes, Gabb Wireless, Pattern, The Younique Foundation, Healthier Kids Foundation, and Delta. She has a reputation for turning around high-stakes events under pressure. Equally skilled at high-level vision and hands-on execution, she bridges strategy with action. Her leadership style is both collaborative and direct, creating space for creativity while driving results and accountability.
Honored as a LinkedIn Top Events Voice, Julia has also been recognized as one of the Top Women Founders to Watch in 2025, a 2024 International Women Entrepreneur of the Year, a Women of Inspiration™ Award recipient, and one of the Top 10 Influential Women Leaders of 2024. Her thought leadership has been featured across 30+ industry platforms and podcasts.
Julia studied Strategy, Marketing, and Business Administration at Harvard Business School, where she honed her ability to build and architect brands. Her advisory work spans Fortune 500s, venture-backed startups, and national nonprofits—each seeking her expertise to design experiences that deepen loyalty and elevate mission.
Originally from North Carolina and now based in Northern California, Julia comes from a proud military family—her father a U.S. Marine in Vietnam, her grandfather a Navy veteran of World War II, and her brothers having served in both the Marines and the Army. At the heart of everything, Julia is a mother first—raising three incredible children, including a freshman at UC Davis, they are her greatest joy and purpose. She finds strength through cycling, yoga, and meditation. Her years of service in the Dominican Republic and Ecuador—where she became fluent in Spanish—shaped her lifelong commitment to uplifting others and leading with purpose.
Davi has worked extensively in the operational support and delivery of psychedelics in both clinical and retreat contexts. He has been with VETS since its founding, where he oversees project delivery and the development of back-end systems for the organization. Since 2015, Davi has helped psychedelic medicine centers with program development and project management. He assisted in the launch of the first veteran-focused psychedelic center in the field, The Mission Within. Previously, he worked with an addiction treatment center focused on the clinical application of ibogaine, and he has also served as operations manager for a retreat center focused on the ceremonial use of iboga.
Davi is honored to contribute to this profound mission of healing and self-actualization. He is based in San Diego, California and received a B.S. in Supply Chain Management and a B.A. in Sustainability from Arizona State University.
Kristopher Ray Bolleter is a multifaceted creative with over a decades experience crafting brands and conversion-focused online experiences across a number of industries from small businesses to Fortune 500 organizations and political campaigns local to presidential. Kristopher’s custom-tailored approach to developing personalized, data-driven strategies allows every client to standout and materialize their brand’s vision and goals.
When first contacted by Amber and Marcus, Marty started with a question: “You want to do what!?” He then guided VETS through the IRS application process to secure its tax exempt status. He serves as VETS’ outside general counsel.
Marty’s practice focuses on providing legal and board training services for nonprofit and tax exempt organizations. He is a BoardSource Certified Governance Consultant and frequent speaker on nonprofit organizations. Marty combines his unique combination of a lawyer’s skills, a nonprofit practitioner’s experience, and advanced training in nonprofit organizations to help these groups achieve their mission. Prior to establishing his firm he served as a North Carolina assistant district attorney and clerked for a judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals.
Marty served on the Internal Revenue Service’s Advisory Committee for Tax Exempt and Government Entities (ACT) where he advised the IRS Exempt Organization
Division’s senior leadership and co-authored several reports. He received the IRS Commissioner’s Commendation Award - the service’s highest civilian award.
Martin received a Master in Public Administration (MPA) degree with a concentration in managing nonprofit and public sector organization from the Harvard Kennedy School, his Juris Doctorate (JD) law degree from the Western New England University School of Law, and his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
With more than 15 years in project and account management within retail, commercial and residential sectors Ashley Joins VETS to share her organizational and project management skills. Growing up next to Pensacola’s NAS base, Ashley developed a deep respect and appreciation for our country’s service men and women at a young age and remains passionate about supporting the VETS mission.
With over 12 years in online business management and administrative support, Brittany thrives as an Executive Assistant at VETS. She specializes in meticulous calendar management and operational efficiency, leveraging her expertise to support passion-driven businesses. Brittany’s commitment to VETS is deeply personal, stemming from her husband’s service as an Army veteran and former crew chief. Her certifications in Neurolinguistic Programming, Hypnotherapy, and Life Coaching allow her to provide holistic support, addressing both operational and personal growth aspects.
Based in Boise, Idaho with her son, husband, and two dogs, Brittany is committed to fostering an organized, nurturing environment that empowers veterans and their families, aligning operational excellence with whole-person wellness.
With more than 32 years as a visionary technology leader, Russ has focused the past 13 years architecting and building solutions on the Salesforce platform. In his pursuit to use his years of experience to help an organization on a mission, he joined the VETS mission in 2024 and is honored to serve the veterans who served this great nation. Russ lives in east Texas with his wife, daughter, and son.
Erika Bennett, MA, LMFT, CFRC is a psychedelic integration coach, somatic psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Certified First Responder Counselor with private practices in Los Angeles, CA and Nashville, TN. She earned her masters degree in Somatic Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and is certified from the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Sciences (MAPS) for MDMA-Assisted Therapy.
In addition to being a life long athlete in both individual and team based sports, Erika has also been a yoga teacher, as well as a practitioner of Reiki, meditation, and breath work. She has a decade of experience working with and studying psychedelics and entheogens.
Erika has always been passionate about working with veterans along the healing path. While becoming a therapist, she volunteered at the San Francisco VA hospital in the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center. Now, again, she is honored to serve those who have served her, her family, and this country as a VETS Integration Coach.
Mia Black began working in the psychedelic healing field when, like so many others have experienced, these profoundly powerful medicines transformed her life through deep healing and spiritual awakening. With a background in clinical psychology, she pivoted away from offering talk therapy to dedicate herself entirely to the path of psychedelic healing. Since the early days of VETS she has had the honor of working with many retired service members and spouses. Mia is extremely grateful to be doing such rewarding and interesting work, helping already-incredible people to become the best possible versions of themselves.
Camille is a psychedelic integration coach and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been passionate about psychedelic medicine since 2014. She is trained in 5-MeO-DMT, LSD, psilocybin, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. She has extensive experience in supporting folks going through psychedelic journeys, and is currently working on numerous psychedelic clinical research trials. Before this, she spent time working in England, Germany, and Tennessee as a therapist for the military. Camille feels very blessed and honored to be a part of the VETS organization in helping those who have served our country.
Steph Bryce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She is passionate about guiding people to finding their true selves and to meeting their goals, whatever they may be. Throughout her 13 years of practice, she has provided individual, group, and family counseling in various settings along with education for communities and various groups. Her areas of expertise lie in trauma and addiction.
Andrew Linares is psychedelic coach and therapist in private practice in Boulder, CO. In addition to working as a sub-investigator for the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) researching MDMA-assisted therapy for the treatment of PTSD, he has also facilitated veterans retreats outside of the United States.
Andrew is honored and humbled to be serving the veteran community through psychedelic coaching. He has first-hand experience of the transformational potential of psychedelic medicines and believes in the critical importance of fostering healing for veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Dr. Andrea Lucie has a Ph.D. in Mind Body Medicine. For the past 25 years she has worked for the Department of Defense including at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Bethesda, the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE), Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC), and The Marcus Institute for Brain Health at the University of Colorado.
Andrea grew up in the south of Chile and at the hills of the Andes mountains. She learned from childhood the value of traditional medicine while observing her grandparents perform traditional healing rituals. Her knowledge is drawn from traditional educational institutions in the US as well as from mentors from the Lakota community and Mexican healers.
Andrea has specialized in the holistic treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury. An advocate for integrated medicine and a holistic approach to healing, she is also certified holistic yoga teacher, a recreational therapist, and a Reiki Master. Her experience includes trauma sensitive yoga, tai chi, meditation, mind body medicine, shamanic healing, and martial arts. She has been featured in several publications, including the National Journal, U.S. Medicine: The Voice of Federal Medicine, and FIGHT magazine for her work on post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury.
Following her desire to continue her service to the military community, Andrea moved to Mexico to facilitate sacred medicine retreats in Mexico, Costa Rica and Jamaica. Honoring the sacredness of the medicine, she has worked with traditional healers from Peru, Brazil and Mexico. Now she is a full-time retreat organizer, facilitator, and coach.
Jennifer Packett MOT OTR/L, MA is a psychedelic integration and life coach with over 25 years experience working with entheogenic medicines. She is passionate about helping people awaken to their true self. She has a Masters degree in Spiritual Psychology with specialization in Consciousness, Health and Healing. She also has advanced coaching training in “The Three Principles” and Soul-centered Coaching; and holds certifications in Tantric sexual healing, Reiki, and Myofascial release. She is a licensed Occupational Therapist with 23 years experience working in Acute Rehabilitation where she offers a unique holistic approach helping her patients heal on physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels.
She loves backcountry skiing, pickleball tennis, hiking, triathlons, and spending time with her husband, friends and her beloved dog. Her greatest joy is helping people experience true happiness and deep life fulfillment.
Lauren Trecosta is a Psychotherapist and Integration Coach specializing in work with veterans and their partners to maximize the healing potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy. She has been a therapist for 20+ years and has completed training from the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) for psychedelic-assisted therapy.
Lauren works with clients before, during, and after their healing journeys. Before a journey, Lauren helps clients know what to expect and to develop a clear mindset and intentions. When she is present during a healing journey, she provides a calming, safe presence and guides clients toward inner healing intelligence. After the healing journey, Lauren helps clients integrate their psychedelic experiences into insight and the practical aspects of everyday life.
Lauren has in-depth experience with a broad range of life situations and presenting issues, including trauma / PTSD, adult survivors of child abuse, anxiety disorders, depression, addiction, personality disorders including bi-polar disorder, and couples issues. Lauren believes that each person has the power and wisdom to transform their life and that psychedelic-assisted therapy is a powerful resource to do so.
Lindsey is a well trained and seasoned preparation and integration coach, kambö practitioner, and certified kundalini yoga teacher. She retired her psychotherapy license in 2022 (after 18 years) to focus on coaching and exploring new endeavors.
In Lindsey’s years as a therapist, she worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families utilizing internal family systems theory, Jungian theory, and EMDR. She earned a certificate in psychedelic assisted therapy and research through the California Institute of Integral Studies in 2018, which included training in MAPS MDMA-Assisted Therapy protocol. She also earned a certificate in ketamine assisted psychotherapy from Phil Wolfson, MD (editor of the Ketamine Papers). She subsequently practiced ketamine therapy for three years and also conducted a pilot research study with Dr. Brent Turnipseed on the combined effects of ketamine and EMDR, which they presented at the 2019 Kriya conference in San Francisco.
Lindsey also founded the first therapeutic ibogaine integration center (Root Recovery, PLLC) in the US, which she ran from 2012-2022. In her coaching practice, she guides individuals in identifying practices that help them align mind and body (head and heart). In this way, the plant medicine journey becomes a truly healing experience that leads one back to their innate wholeness.
Lindsey practices within legal and ethical guidelines of the coaching discipline, which is differs from psychotherapy in that it focuses on generative change rather than reparative and/or diagnostically guided change.
Amber has a history of fixing, building, and tenaciously seeking solutions to complex challenges. After meeting her husband Marcus at Southern Illinois University, she spent over a decade supporting his military career as a U.S. Navy SEAL.
As her own personal and professional life began to unravel upon Marcus’ separation from the military, Amber became determined not to become a victim, but rather to pursue victory for her own family, as well as countless others. Amber has successfully built and led the VETS organization from a grassroots movement into a nationally recognized nonprofit organization. Her strategic approach, keen intuition, and knack for team building have been key components in assisting 1000+ veterans, raising over $14MM, adding to the growing body of psychedelic research, and successfully advocating for policy change across the U.S.
Amber is a devoted wife and mother, admires strong leadership, and is fiercely principled and deeply passionate about issues facing veteran families. She possesses a heart for serving others and a steadfast determination to make a difference.
Marcus Capone is the Co-Founder and CEO of TARA Mind, a public benefit corporation whose mission is to expand safe and equitable access to psychedelic assisted therapy for anyone struggling with a mental health condition. Since its founding in 2022, TARA Mind has built a premier network of licensed therapists and integrative clinics working with psychedelic medicine and is actively recruiting employers to add the TARA Mind Provider Network as a supplemental benefit to employees’ health plans.
Marcus is also the Chairman and Co-Founder of VETS: Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions, a pioneering 501(c)(3) organization that provides resources, research, and advocacy for U.S. Special Operations veterans seeking alternative mental health treatments. As a global leader in the psychedelic space, VETS has raised over $14MM to provide therapeutic access abroad to hundreds of veterans, while also spearheading research and policy change at the state and federal levels in the U.S. Marcus is a frequent guest speaker and advocate of psychedelic therapies for veterans and non-veterans alike, and believes they are the future of mental healthcare.
Marcus started his career in finance at Merrill Lynch, later becoming a Vice President at Fortress Investment Group focused on Healthcare Innovation. He went on to co-found a boutique risk management consulting firm that eventually merged with a large government contractor. His clients included leading U.S. and international businesses and high-profile executives.
A Veteran Navy SEAL, Marcus retired from active duty in 2013, after several tours at SEAL Teams 10 and 6, and as an Advanced SEAL Instructor.
Marcus attended Southern Illinois University on scholarship, playing quarterback for the SIU Salukis. He received his MBA from The University of Southern California Marshall Business School, in addition to a graduate degree in Global Leadership from The University of San Diego Knauss School of Business.
Marcus splits time between Dallas and Southern California with his wife Amber, and their two children.
Dylan Hallerberg is a private equity and investment executive with extensive experience operating and improving businesses at the board and operating levels. He started his career in investment banking at Moelis & Company, after which he worked at The Carlyle Group from 2010 to 2017. Following Carlyle, Mr. Hallerberg continued his investment career as an Analyst/PM at GoldenTree Asset Management before transitioning to leadership roles at Arcturus UAV (SOCOM’s leading mid-endurance ISR provider) and Fortress Marine Anchors (an American made, Marine combat veteran-run business). He has extensive board experience, having served on seven boards as a member, observer, or an executive. Dylan Hallerberg is Chairman of public healthcare company Photocure and currently serves as the President and Owner of Fortress Marine Anchors and is an active real estate and private equity investor and family office advisor.
The grandson of a WWII POW WIA MIA veteran, Dylan feels very passionately about veterans, hosting brotherhood events for the SOF community. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with Highest Honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in Business Economics in three years while working full-time and being an active member of his fraternity.
Michael Neumann has more than 25 years of experience in investment banking and private equity spanning multiple industries and sectors. Currently, Mr. Neumann is President and Co- Founder of Stone Canyon Industries (“SCI”) which is focused on a long term, value driven approach to investing across industry sectors. SCI partners with management teams of market- leading companies to drive growth and unlock substantial equity value through a patient capital approach. Mr. Neumann currently sits on the Board of Directors of Morton Salt, Reddy Ice and Mauser Packaging Solutions where he Chairs the Audit Committee. Morton Salt is the largest salt company in the world founded more than 150 years ago with one of the most recognizable and trusted brand names. Reddy Ice is the largest manufacturer and distributor of packaged ice in the U.S. and Mexico founded almost 100 years ago and Mauser is one of the world’s largest rigid packaging companies with approximately 200 facilities serving more than 20 countries. Mr. Neumann is currently Chairman of the Board of the Los Angeles Swim Club, an Advisory Board Member of the non-profit organization, Present Now and on the Board of the Mendoza School of Business at University of Notre Dame.
Previously, Mr. Neumann was a Partner in the Milken Family Office, d.b.a. Knowledge Universe (“KU”), where he was responsible for managing the firm’s control investments across various industries from inception through exit. Prior to SCI and KU, Mr. Neumann worked in the investment banking division of Bankers Trust (a.k.a. BT Alex Brown and later Deutsche Bank) and Crescent Capital both focused on financing leveraged buyouts in various industries. Mr. Neumann has previously served on the Board of Directors of A. Stucki Company, Fleischmann’s Vinegar, BWAY, Kissner, GlobalScholar, and Embanet/Compass. Mr. Neumann holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Neumann and his wife Melanie reside in Pacific Palisades, California and have 3 children (Lily, Bella and Wesley).
Kevin Weiss currently serves as the Chief of Staff for Reforge, a digital upskilling platform. Before Reforge, Kevin was an investor within a Texas-based Multi-Family Office, where he worked alongside the managing partner to source and execute investment opportunities and help launch new business ventures. Kevin was a founding team member of M13 and prior to M13, Kevin held operating roles within venture-backed companies in South Africa and Latin America.
Kevin is an advisory board member of The Change Reaction and coach for Foster Nation, two organizations that in addition to VETS, serve as platforms to unlock human capital and human connection.
Kevin studied Business, Economics and Public Policy at George Washington University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and also studied Politics, Philosophy and Economics at St Catherine’s College, Oxford.