Staff & Board

Lindsay Northrop
Executive Director

Staff

Lindsay Northrop joined Betty J. Borry Breast Cancer Retreats as the Executive Director in July 2023. She is uniquely qualified for this role as a two-time breast cancer survivor with extensive experience in communications, fundraising, wellness and patient advocacy. She has worked as a public relations professional, certified personal trainer, community volunteer, and support group facilitator, bringing energy and enthusiasm to all that she does.

Since her initial diagnosis, Lindsay has been dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients and their families. As Executive Director, Lindsay will be fulfilling the organization’s mission of supporting, empowering and enhancing the quality of life for women of all stages of breast cancer through adventure-based outdoor retreats. Lindsay is honored to be responsible for ensuring that Betty J. Borry’s legacy of hope and healing continues to reach women with breast cancer throughout New England.

Lindsay received her degree in Public Relations and Management Communication from Emerson College and currently resides in Massachusetts with her husband, two teenage sons and two rescue dogs.

Board of Directors & Committee Chairpersons

  • Cynthia Cote

    Interim Board President, Founding Board of Directors, Past President & Executive Director Emerita

  • Wendy Cogswell

    Fundraising & Development Committee Chairperson

  • Deborah Tranfaglia

    Treasurer, Budget & Finance Committee Chairperson

  • Mazie Hollenbaugh

    Board Member

  • Liz Ashley

    Marketing & Public Relations Chairperson

  • Join Our Board!

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Founding Board of Directors

We are currently seeking skilled community members to serve on our Board of Directors and on our committees.

Click here to read the Board of Director’s role description, or click here for the committee member role description.