Meet the ATA staff

Michael Malusevic, Executive Director

Michael holds a B.S. in Accounting from Portland State University. He oversees all staff and program related areas at ATA, and works closely with the Board of Directors to help maintain ATA's focus on finding a cure for tinnitus through the development of resources that advance tinnitus research. Since 2004 Mike has been keeping ATA in legal compliance, guiding staff and providing financial expertise for the organization. Before joining ATA, Mike was the accountant for the nonprofit Portland Rose Festival Association in Portland, Oregon.

I enjoy collaborating with our staff, board of directors, researchers, and donors as we move forward toward achieving ATA's mission of curing tinnitus. mike@ata.org

Daniel Born, Director of Research & Special Projects

Dan joined ATA in 2007 with 11 years of corporate project and team management experience. He manages ATA's acclaimed research grant reward program, supports ATA's ultra talented 17-member multidisciplinary Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and is the staff liaison for the organization's Research and Web committees. He is responsible for the creation of new content and maintenance of ATA's continually improving website and assists with increasing awareness of tinnitus and marketing outreach efforts. Dan also manages the popular online ATA Store, adding, testing and developing new products for ATA members and the global tinnitus community. He experiences tinnitus in his left ear and is personally dedicated to helping those afflicted with the condition. If you have questions, or want to learn more about ATA or tinnitus, contact him at daniel@ata.org.

The most valuable possession you can own is an open heart. The most powerful weapon you can be is an instrument of peace. ~ Carlos Santana

Jennifer Born, Director of Public Affairs, Tinnitus Today Editor

Jenn holds a B.A. in Public Relations from Hofstra University in New York. She joined the staff of ATA in 2006 and since then has headed the organization's efforts to persuade members of Congress and other policymakers to increase public funding for tinnitus research. She coordinates ATA's Action Alliance, a grassroots movement that enlists supporters to help raise money and tinnitus awareness. In concert with ATA's Board of Directors, she conducts outreach to national and global media outlets to raise awareness and garner support for ATA's mission to cure tinnitus. Additionally, Jenn is the editor of ATA's publication, Tinnitus Today. She has been published in several industry-specific publications including ADVANCE for Audiologists and CEC eContact and has written the tinnitus article appearing in the The Veterans Independent Budget for the past six years. She enjoys biking, hiking, camping and traveling the world with her husband Ken, as well as spending time with their Golden Retriever, Beau and their cats, Junior and Chico.

Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice, lying and greed. If people all over the world would do this, it would change the earth. ~ William Faulkner  jennifer@ata.org

Dan Burbach, Social Media Marketing Manager

Dan joined ATA in January 2009 and manages ATA's social media efforts. After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2005 with a double-major in Political Science and Art, Dan spent a year and a half working with AmeriCorps via Habitat for Humanity in New Orleans and Biloxi, Mississippi. His experiences in college led him towards a path in the nonprofit world and have given him a strong drive to give back to the community. When not working, he is out exploring his community, traveling, reading and enjoying time with friends and family.

Being surrounded by people who are affected with what you are trying to solve has always been a reminder to me, be that housing or tinnitus, that we are all connected and rely on each other more than we realize.  dan@ata.org

Katie Fuller, Director of Support

Katie is a graduate from Oregon State University, with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis on Human Services. She joined the ATA staff in 2005 and manages ATA's Support Network which consists of support group leaders and individual help network volunteers. She assists with group start-ups, resources and materials, education and promotion of meetings and events. In addition, Katie also helps also helps coordinate development and operational efforts including membership programs, fundraising campaigns and various special projects. She enjoys bowling, "attempting" to golf and spending time with her husband, daughter, family, friends and two dogs.

I enjoy working for an organization that is driven by energy and passion for its cause. katie@ata.org

Dion Gutkind, Donor Support

Dion joined ATA in 2012 and handles donation entries, data entry and other general accounting duties. She holds an extensive professional background in retail buying, management and business and customer service. While not at ATA, she enjoys spending time with her husband, her two active middle-schoolers and the family’s black Labrador retriever. She also volunteers extensively on the Board of Directors for Columbia Dance in Vancouver, Washington.

Far and away the best prize life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing. ~ Theodore Roosevelt  dion@ata.org

Sonja Jorgenson, Fulfillment Coordinator

Sonja joined ATA in 2012 and is in charge of ATA mailings, product shipments, and data entry. She works to make sure the distribution is fluid and flexible and orders are completed. Sonja received her Bachelors in Science in Art Practices in 2010 at Portland State University. When Sonja is not working to support the American Tinnitus Association's cause she is volunteering at local nonprofits, including Impact Northwest. She also enjoys crafting, pinning, reading, and spending time with her incredibly close family and very patient boyfriend.

A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures for anything. ~ Irish proverb sonja@ata.org