Executive staff

Meet our amazing executive team! 

Mark Crea – Executive Director/CEO

Mark Crea

Mark became the Executive Director/CEO of Feed My Starving Children in 2004. With decades of experience managing nonprofit organizations and raising funds, he has led the organization to 38 percent year-over-year growth. Mark is passionate about helping the most vulnerable in Jesus' name. Before joining FMSC, he held director positions in marketing and development at a number of corporations and national nonprofit organizations, including Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life and the Hazelden Foundation.

Lisa Stender – Chief Operating Officer

Lisa Ellis, FMSC VP of Manufacturing

Lisa is FMSC's Chief Operating Officer. She oversees the people and processes that drive the production and packing of all MannaPack® meals. Prior to joining FMSC in 2013, Lisa spent the bulk of her career in store operations for Target Corporation. She is passionate about equipping others to grow and thrive — from the Manufacturing team to packing volunteers to the children, families and communities FMSC serves around the world.

Joan Bochenski – Vice President of Site Manufacturing

Joan Bochenski

Joan Bochenski is the Vice-President of Manufacturing for FMSC. She oversees the people and processes that drive the production and packing of MannaPack meals at our permanent sites and our machine packing operation. Joan joined FMSC in 2018. She has more than 25 years in leadership roles in manufacturing, retail and corporate organizations. She is passionate about using the gifts of our employees and engaging our volunteers in our mission to feed more of God’s children.

Andy Carr – Vice President of Development & Marketing 

Andy Carr

Andy is the Vice President of Development and Marketing for FMSC. He is responsible for all aspects of fundraising and marketing for the organization. He joined FMSC in June of 2013 after volunteering and supporting FMSC since 2005. Andy was formerly the Executive Vice President of AIR-serv Group, LLC, a position he held since August of 2006. In that role he was responsible for all aspects of sales and marketing for the company. Andy helped establish a global sales force for AIR-serv and spearheaded the company’s involvement in various trade associations and industry events worldwide. Prior to joining AIR-serv, Andy was employed for 15 years in the waste services industry with companies such as Waste Management and Browning Ferris Industries (BFI). 

Rob Hall – Vice President of Supply Chain

Rob Hall

Rob is the Vice President of Supply Chain and is responsible for purchasing, logistics and production planning operations at FMSC. Rob joined FMSC in September of 2016 and has served as Buyer and Purchasing Manager during his tenure. Prior to joining FMSC, he spent over 20 years in supply chain leadership roles that span buying, asset recovery, facility management and vendor partner management functions. He strives to maximize supply chain operations through process improvements, cost reductions and establishing strong, comprehensive vendor relationships. He is passionate about FMSC’s mission of feeding body and spirit through our production and distribution of MannaPack© meals throughout the globe.

Junior Obrand – Vice President of International Programs

Feed My Starving Children Vice President of International Programs, Junior Obrand

Junior is the Vice President of International Programs and has been with FMSC since 2012. He oversees the distribution process of FMSC food products to our partners in more than 70 countries around the world. Junior is committed to helping and equipping our partners reach more people in need — from food distribution to collaborative programs and projects that maximize FMSC’s impact around the world. Junior was born and raised in Haiti. Prior to joining FMSC, he worked in various humanitarian capacities, including serving as a multilingual interpreter in and outside of the United States.

Jeanie Picardi – Vice President of Human Resources 

Jeanie Picardi

Jeanie is the VP of Human Resources for FMSC. She joined FMSC in 2004. Jeanie is currently responsible for all human resources functions. She has more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, including leadership positions in human resources, public relations, fundraising and community organizing. She is passionate about serving God's children through the ministry of Feed My Starving Children.

Justin Quintana – Vice President of Mobile Manufacturing

Justin Quintana

Justin is the Vice President of Mobile Manufacturing. He oversees MobilePack™ operations across the nation. He has been with FMSC since 2012 and has served in a variety of roles in Site Manufacturing, MobilePack Development and MobilePack Operations. Prior to FMSC, he spent more than 15 years in leadership roles in luxury retail and food service organizations. He values consistent innovation and empowering others to become world changers.

Dan Stennes-Rogness – Vice President of Finance/CFO 

Dan Stennes-Rogness

Dan joined FMSC in March of 2014 as Senior Director of Finance. Before coming on staff, Dan served for four years on the Finance Committee at FMSC. Dan is responsible for all financial activities of the organization, including internal and external financial reporting, audits, budgets, forecasts, treasury management, regulatory filings, risk management and information technology. Prior to joining FMSC he was the CFO for Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation. Dan has 29 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. 

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