Biography
Leah joined the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program in 2025 as the Associate Director of Development, Mental Health Programs. Leah brings over 17 years of fundraising experience to the role, most recently spending five years as the lead fundraiser for the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital’s Congenital Heart Center, and Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics. She has been with the University of Michigan for over a decade, working to raise funds for the Michigan Law School, University of Michigan – Dearborn, and Michigan Medicine and is deeply passionate about the power of research to drive quality and care delivery advancements for all patients and their families. Leah works closely with Amanda Smith, Director of Development for Mental Health Programs to raise awareness and financial support for all who may benefit from mental health support and care. Leah will also be the lead fundraiser for the Addiction Center as a new member of the Mental Health Programs team.