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 issues affecting 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, managing staff issues and providing financial guidance to the organization. Before coming to 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 over 10 years of project management and team leadership experience and holds a B.A. in journalism from State University of New York at Old Westbury. He manages ATA's research grant application reward process, supports ATA's 16-member multidisciplinary Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and is the staff liaison to ATA's Research and Web committees. He is responsible for the creation of new content and maintenance of ATA's newly revised website and assists with marketing and outreach efforts. Dan also manages the popular online ATA Store, adding and developing new products for ATA members and the tinnitus community.

The future depends on what we do in the present. ~Ghandi  daniel@ata.org
 

Jennifer Born, Director of Public Affairs

Jenn holds a B.A. in Public Relations from Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York. Originally from New York, she joined the staff of ATA in 2006 after relocating to Portland, Oregon. She currently heads the organization's efforts to persuade members of Congress and other policymakers to increase public funding for tinnitus research. Working with a number of veterans organizations, 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. She has authored several articles reflecting ATA's work that have appeared in 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 four years. She enjoys hiking, camping and traveling with her husband Ken.

I love having the opportunity to have contact with congressional offices in pursuit of a cure for this debilitating condition. I truly value my interaction with people struggling with tinnitus and those who are advocating for a cure. They are living testimony to ATA's mission to silence tinnitus for good. jennifer@ata.org
 

Wes Breazeale, Development Director

The most recent addition to the ATA staff, starting in the summer of 2009, Wes is in charge of all fundraising efforts by ATA.  This includes major gift efforts, corporate membership, ATA's Legacy Society, the Jack Vernon Walk to Silence Tinnitus, and general support mailings for ATA. Wes is also in charge of special fundraising projects that ATA holds on occasion. Working with individual donors, foundations, and corporations, Wes focuses on raising funds for tinnitus research and support. Prior to joining ATA Wes was the Director of Donor Relations with The Nature Conservancy in Oregon. He has also worked in development for the United Way of the Columbia-Willamette and Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. He holds a B.A. in Political Science and Philosophy from Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota.

True silence is the rest of the mind; it is to the spirit what sleep is to the body – nourishment and refreshment. ~William Penn  wes@ata.org
 

Dan Burbach, Fulfillment Coordinator

Dan joined ATA in January 2009 and is in charge of the ATA mailings, product shipments, and data entry. He works to make the distribution function of ATA fluid and continually flexible. 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, Manager of Member & Support Relations

Katie joined the ATA staff in 2005. She manages ATA's Support Network and membership programs and also researches and identifies potential major donors who will help ATA reach our fundraising goals. Katie works closely with the development staff to coordinate all mailings and ensure that the ATA database is kept up to date.  She is a graduate of Oregon State University, with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Sciences, and loves rooting for the Beavers at football games. She enjoys volleyball, swimming, tennis, "attempting" to golf and spending time with her husband, family, friends and pug, Dolly.

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

Nina Rogozen, Tinnitus Today Editor

Nina, editor of Tinnitus Today, joined ATA in 2007. She works closely with the ATA staff to create each issue of Tinnitus Today, helping to ensure that only the best information and articles are presented to our members. Nina also works as a freelance writer and editor, publishing materials on health and education concerns. She has experience managing community mobilization projects and as a child and family therapist. She has a B.A. in child psychology and development from the University of California, Berkeley and an M.A. in interdisciplinary education from California State University, San Francisco. Nina loves to garden, swim, take long walks, read wonderful books and spend time with her family.

I remain impressed and energized by how much ATA wants to cure tinnitus and the creative ways we are going about realizing our dreams of success. nina@ata.org