OUR TEAM
Amy Hibbs (left) and Allison Huffstutler (right)
Amy Hibbs and Allison Huffstutler, Co-Founders AND Co-Executive Directors
Amy Hibbs, the mother of two children with disabilities, is an Occupational Therapist and Allison Huffstutler, also the mother of a child with a disability, is an educator and has an M.S. in Counseling. Together, Amy and Allison have over 20 years experience navigating the school system and sitting at the IEP table. They are both graduates of Partners in Policymaking and have received hundreds of hours of training from top advocates, lawyers (including Pete Wright, David Bateman and Mitchell Yell) and other professionals in regards to IEP law. Amy is on the Executive Committee of the SC Developmental Disabilities Council and Allison is the Vice Chair of the SC Advisory Council for Educating Students with Disabilities. In 2023, Amy and Allison were awarded the Respectable Award by Able SC for their innovative Disability Awareness Programs in schools.
Melissa Sanders | Training and Community Engagement Coordinator
Melissa supports BRIDGED’s education and training programs across our communities: parents, educators, professionals and more. When her son was diagnosed with autism at age 2.5, she discovered firsthand the importance of advocacy, community, and inclusive systems, including work she's now dedicated to at BRIDGED. Since 2020, Melissa has served on Disability Rights of South Carolina’s Protection & Advocacy for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council. She is a graduate of Partners in Policymaking, a certified Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) Stepping Stones Provider and has ADA Coordinator certification. She has a B.S. in Marketing and an MBA from Clemson University. Her prior professional experience includes serving as the Director of Training at Family Connection of SC and Greenville CAN Program Manager with Barbara Stone Foundation.
Janna Neil | Executive Assistant
As Executive Assistant, Janna coordinates BRIDGED's day-to-day operations, manages leadership logistics, and supports the execution of all programs and community initiatives. As a parent of a child with a disability, Janna has spent the last 13 years navigating the world of special education through many trainings and seminars and is a strong advocate for inclusion. Janna is active in the disability community and volunteers at her son’s school and currently serves in the role of Co-Chair of the School Improvement Council (SIC). Previously, she worked with Family Network on Disabilities Manasota (FND), while living in Florida, and the local Down Syndrome Association of the Upstate (DSAU) here in South Carolina.
Board of Directors
Father Jonathan Duncan
Board President
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Father Jonathan Duncan served several years in ordained ministry as an Anglican priest before he and his family were received into the Catholic Church in 2013. He was ordained to the Catholic priesthood in 2014, and is now a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston. He’s served parishes in both North Texas and South Carolina and is currently the Director of Mission at Bon Secours St Francis Health System in Greenville. In addition to his work in Healthcare, he is also the chaplain to Saint Joseph’s Catholic School, Catholic chaplain to Furman University, and parochial vicar at Saint Mary’s, Greenville.
Allison Fleahman
Board Secretary
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Allison is the Workforce Coordinator for Bon Secours St. Francis, where she advocates for equity and inclusivity for people with disabilities, a role she considers her dream job. Before this, she worked as a Special Education Specialist for Greenville County Schools, supporting services for diverse learners with disabilities and leading initiatives to promote successful post-secondary outcomes. Her passion led her to help write the initial grant to establish a Project SEARCH site in partnership with Bon Secours, SC Vocational Rehabilitation, and Greenville County Schools. She continues to support disability awareness as a volunteer with the Barbara Stone Foundation, a Greenville CAN Coalition member, and a CAN Talks speaker coach. Additionally, she serves on the Greenville County Workforce Development Board and contributed to the development of the SC High School Credential. Allison holds a master's in executive leadership from Gardner-Webb University and a bachelor's in special education from Clemson University. Originally from Walhalla, SC, she lives in Taylors with her husband of 19 years, Matthew, and their two children, Sophie and Andrew.
DERRICK MEANS
Board Member
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Hello, my name is Derrick Means. I am 36 years old, and I have cerebral palsy. I graduated from Union County High School in 2008. I graduated from USC-Union with my associate degree in 2009 and my bachelor’s degree in 2013. I served on the chancellor committee of Palmetto College in 2012. I served as equip leader with ABLESC from 2010 to 2018. I am on the Miracle League Board of Union County, South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council, serving on the Spartanburg Mayors committee, and I am currently coaching Special Olympics Basketball Area 12. I play the congas and bongos at Majority Baptist Church. I am currently holding down two jobs Spartanburg High School and Ingles. My future goals are to write a book and do some public speaking. I married my sweetheart Tia Means on September 3, 2022. My motto is: if I can overcome barriers, then what is your excuse?
Jameka Murphy
Board Vice President
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Jameka Murphy is a dedicated advocate for disability rights and awareness. Her work is rooted in service and community connection, and she is driven by a simple belief, support should be accessible, respectful, and centered on dignity.
She serves on committees and boards focused on community impact and advocacy, bringing both leadership and genuine compassion to the spaces where decisions are made. Jameka’s mission is to spread awareness, amplify unheard voices, and help build a world where people with disabilities, and the communities that support them, are seen, protected, and valued.
Janna Neil
Board Member, Executive Assistant
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Janna was born in Canada and has called South Carolina home since 2021. A dedicated wife and mom, she has spent the last 13 years, navigating the world of special education through many trainings and seminars and is a strong advocate for inclusion. As a stay-at-home mom, Janna is active in the disability community and volunteers at her son’s school and currently serving in the role of Co-Chair of the School Improvement Council (SIC). Previously, she worked with Family Network on Disabilities Manasota (FND), while living in Florida, and the local Down Syndrome Association of the Upstate (DSAU) here in South Carolina. In Janna's free time, she enjoys playing tennis and hiking with her husband, son and their golden retriever!
Jill Schneider
Board Treasurer
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Jill has lived in Greenville for 46 years and has been married to Greg Schneider for 39 years. Together, they have two children and one grandchild. As a long time volunteer in Greenville, Jill's current volunteer focus is on the Meyer Center for Special Children and BRIDGED. Other community activities include participating in the Junior League of Greenville and as a Pi Beta Phi Foundation volunteer. Jill loves to read, go to Folly Beach, spend time with friends, and participate in Pilates classes. Jill's professional experience in finance, event planning, and business bring a unique perspective that greatly benefits BRIDGED. Over the last 10 years, Jill has become passionate about lending her skills to provide whatever she can to help children with disabilities reach their maximum potential.
Dr. Carrie Silver
Board Member
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Dr. Carrie Silver is a distinguished professional with a BS from James Madison University, MAPC and PhD in Educational Leadership from Clemson. She began her career as a writer and transitioned into a career in higher education through teaching undergraduate college writing and communication courses. Carrie has dedicated the past decade of her career to supporting and empowering learners to overcome barriers to attaining their post-secondary goals, using a whole-student approach to counseling. She is experienced in non-profit leadership, strategic planning, qualitative research methods, and communication training for teams. Today, Dr. Silver works at USC Upstate Greenville designing degree programs to help adults succeed in higher education. She volunteers for local organizations committed to service and justice, specifically regarding domestic violence, homelessness, and youth.
ADAIR YATKO
Board Member
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Adair Yatko is a North Carolina native who found both her career path and her husband, Rob, in Charlotte. For 12 years, she thrived in hospitality sales at The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge, creating meaningful events with her signature warmth, professionalism, and people-first approach. After the birth of their first child, Adair and her family moved just across the border to Fort Mill, drawn by its small-town charm and excellent schools—a community they’ve proudly called home for more than 12 years.
When Adair stepped away from hospitality, it wasn’t to slow down. Her family needed a fierce advocate to navigate the complex and uncharted path of supporting a child with a rare genetic disorder. With grit, grace, and her “more bees with honey” philosophy, she built a trusted network of providers and champions who walk alongside Team Yatko every step of the way.
A recent graduate of South Carolina’s Partners in Policymaking program, Adair has become a strong voice for disability inclusion and family support. She serves on the Advisory Council for Educating Students with Disabilities, where she collaborates with other advocates to elevate experiences and improve services for students with disabilities. She also serves caregivers within her church’s Disability & Inclusion Ministry, creating events that offer resources, connection, and genuine community. In addition, she participates in roundtable discussions with local legislators, bringing real stories and family perspectives into the conversations that shape policy.
Adair loves coming alongside other caregivers—meeting them with compassion, sharing what she’s learned, and helping remove the shame, overwhelm, and isolation that many families face. Her passion is raising awareness, strengthening communities, and helping families find clear, workable paths that make life easier and more hopeful.
Today, Adair and Rob are raising their three sons in a fun-loving, faith-fueled home filled with music, dance parties, and a deep appreciation for the small joys. Their world requires significant logistics to maintain safety and stability, but love is the steady heartbeat of their home—and Adair leads with resilience, positivity, and purpose.