About Us

Laura Felix has served as Executive Director of St. Francis Children’s Center since July 2023, bringing a strong background in educational leadership and a deep commitment to inclusive, child-centered care.

Prior to joining SFCC, Laura, served as Principal of Stormonth Elementary School in the Fox Point-Bayside School District from 2020 to 2023 and Principal of Indian Hill School in the Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District from 2017 to 2020. She is a licensed Reading Specialist and has teaching experience across the Fox Point-Bayside School District, School District of Greenfield, Milwaukee Public Schools, and Chicago Public Schools.

Laura holds two master’s degrees in Curriculum and Instruction and Administrative Leadership from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She is passionate about early intervention and ensuring access to high-quality, inclusive care that supports children of all abilities in learning, growing, and reaching their full potential.

Jenna Dieringer is an Occupational Therapist with over a decade of experience in pediatric care. She earned both her Bachelor of Rehabilitative Science and Master of Occupational Therapy degrees from Concordia University of Wisconsin.

Jenna joined St. Francis Children’s Center in December 2024 as Director of therapy Services, bringing nearly 10 years of clinical experience from Children’s Wisconsin. She is deeply committed to a holistic, play-based approach to therapy that supports the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of each child.

Jenna is passionate about meeting children where they are and helping them engage confidently with their world through purposeful, meaningful activities.

Kelly Sics serves as Director of Finance and Administration at St. Francis Children’s Center, where she provides strategic leadership across finance, operations, and organizational administration in support of the Center’s mission.

With a strong background in nonprofit and professional services accounting, Kelly began her career in public accounting with CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) and has since held senior finance roles within mission-driven organizations. She is a Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant and holds both an MBA and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Kelly is deeply committed to supporting children of all abilities and their families and is passionate about strengthening systems that reduce barriers, expand access to services, and ensure families feel supported throughout their journey.

Larimar Adrianson is a mission-driven early childhood education leader with over a decade of experience advancing inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments. As a Dominican-American educator fluent in Spanish, she is deeply committed to ensuring every child and family feels seen, supported, and valued.

Larimar is known for her empathetic leadership style, dedication to professional development, and ability to build strong, collaborative partnerships with families, educators, and cross-functional teams. Her work is grounded in a passion for inclusive education and creating environments where children of all abilities can learn, grow, and thrive.

Marilyn Green has been a dedicated member of the St. Francis Children’s Center community for over a decade. She began her journey as an Executive Assistant and, through her continued growth, leadership, and commitment to service, was promoted to Operations Manager, a role she currently holds.

Marilyn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and brings a thoughtful balance of organization, collaboration, and compassion to her work. She is deeply passionate about SFCC’s mission to support children, strengthen families, and build inclusive communities where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported.

Throughout her career, Marilyn has served children and families across the Milwaukee community in a variety of roles, including as a HIPPY Parent Partner supporting early childhood education and family engagement. Her work is grounded in the belief that all children can learn when we honor their strengths, reduce barriers, and create environments that foster growth, belonging, and opportunity for children of all abilities.

Anna Jablonski brings over 15 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and advancement. She has held development roles with organizations including Milwaukee Ballet, Openlands (Chicago), and Pius XI Catholic High School, building a strong foundation in donor engagement and mission-driven philanthropy.

Prior to joining St. Francis Children’s Center in December 2024, Anna worked with Sabljak & Budisch, a fundraising consulting agency serving more than 40 nonprofit clients across the greater Milwaukee area. In her role there as Director of Operations, she supported organizations of varying sizes in database management, annual and capital campaigns, board training, and strategic development efforts.

Anna is a Forward 48 alumna and currently serves as Co-Chair of Milwaukee Ballet’s Emerging Leaders Council. She is passionate about supporting organizations that have deep personal meaning, and her connection to SFCC is especially meaningful as a parent of a child who benefits from the Center’s programs.

Angelica Lazarus has served as Family Activity Center (FAC) Program Manager since January 2024, leading the development of inclusive programs and events for children of all abilities and their families. Through her work, she has built strong partnerships across the Milwaukee community, helping grow a supportive “village” where families can find connection, resources, and encouragement.

As an Autistic adult, Angelica brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her role, advocating for Autistic individuals, children with diverse support needs, and their families. She is also a parent of two children with support needs, which further informs her compassionate, family-centered approach and deep commitment to inclusive, accessible programming.

Angelica holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Alverno College and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Leadership and Organizational Development with a concentration in Nonprofit Management. Prior to her nonprofit work, she spent over 15 years in client-facing leadership roles across human resources, finance, banking, and telecommunications. She is passionate about creating welcoming spaces where families feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Stephanie Millard has served as Program Manager of the Birth to Three Program at St. Francis Children’s Center since July 2019. She brings extensive experience in early intervention and family-centered services across Milwaukee County.

Prior to her current role, Stephanie worked as a Birth to Three service coordinator and as a parent educator and parent educator supervisor for the Early Head Start home-based program. She holds a Master of Education in Applied Child Studies with a concentration in Child and Family Advocacy from Vanderbilt University.

Stephanie is passionate about early childhood development and empowering families with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to help their children thrive in their natural environments.

Veena Paideti has served as Staff Accountant at St. Francis Children’s Center since May 2025. She brings prior experience in accounting and auditing across a variety of organizations, with strong expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.

Veena holds the Chartered Accountant qualification and is known for her detail-oriented approach and strong understanding of accounting principles and audit processes. She is committed to supporting the financial integrity of the organization and contributing to the continued success of SFCC’s mission serving children and families.

Shawn Storey has served as Marketing & Communications Manager at St. Francis Children’s Center since October 2024, where he partners across the organization to lead strategic storytelling, brand development, and community engagement in alignment with the Center’s mission.

He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and brings over 14 years of experience in nonprofit marketing and communications. He began his career at the Milwaukee Public Museum, developing a strong foundation in audience engagement and mission-driven communications.

Deeply committed to community connection, Shawn actively engages in local initiatives, partnerships, and volunteer efforts that strengthen relationships and expand shared impact. Guided by SFCC’s core values of belonging, growth, leadership, resilience, and community, he is dedicated to ensuring every story reflects the dignity, potential, and promise of the children and families served.