Connie Eysenck, Communications Advisor | Great and Small Board President 

Connie joined the Board of Great and Small in February 2016, bringing 30 years of experience in strategic communications at the World Bank, and several years of teaching. Recently retired, she is exploring other opportunities and adventures, and applying her experience, skills, and enthusiasm to meaningful and interesting initiatives and projects. Connie’s professional passions remain international development, the power of communications, leadership roles and behavior, advocacy, campaigns, and community building. Her personal interests include supporting activities that make a difference.

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A lifelong horseback rider, Connie was introduced to Great and Small when her wonderful horse “Huck” retired from the eventing world and joined the Great and Small equine team. After seeing the impact that the programs have through Huck’s five years here, Connie joined the Board to support the organization and contribute to its success. Originally from London, England, she lives in Washington DC with her husband.

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Curtis Mejeur, CEO | Great and Small Board Treasurer 

Curtis joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also serves on the Finance Committee. He is currently the CEO of Bellese Technologies, a healthcare technology company focused on improving Medicare. Curtis has a long history of executive leadership for large and small organizations. His passion has been helping grow leaders in their areas of expertise spanning from healthcare, to finance, employee benefits, and security. Curtis has most recently led the benefits and financial management for the US Federal Government, overseeing the administration of a $100 billion budget.

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Curtis joined the riding community later in life as a way to connect with his children. He now finds ways to ride all across the world, learning about horses in their native countries. He is passionate about the power of horses to help people improve themselves.

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Amy Chandler, Business Owner and CEO | Great and Small Board Secretary 

Amy joined the Great and Small Board in July 2021, and also serves on the Governance Committee. She is the owner and president of Kinsale Management Group, which owns and operates a portfolio of construction industry companies including Mid Atlantic Contracting, Pro Power & Electric and Z Construction. A creative thinker and problem solver, Amy is skilled in providing the vision, management, and direction needed to grow an organization, create operating efficiencies and cultivate organizational culture. Amy holds a bachelors from University of Maryland, College Park and is a current MBA candidate at Villanova University.

A life-long horsewoman, you can find Amy at the barn, on a horse or thinking about horses. She has over 30 years’ experience competing in the hunter/jumpers and over a decade’s experience in equine management.

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Dr. Kathleen Atmore, Neuropsychologist

Kathleen joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also serves on the Governance Committee. An avid horse lover, Kathleen is a Developmental Neuropsychologist and Autism Specialist with over 25 years of experience working with and advocating for children and families affected by learning and developmental disabilities and associated mental health concerns. She has worked at Children's National hospital in Washington DC since 2004. Kathleen has a special interest in meeting the needs of underserved populations, and in 2016 launched the Autism Behavioral Communication consultation service at the hospital, to provide education for staff and support for patients whose challenges have limited their access to health care services.

Raised in Minnesota where she developed her love of horses and rode regularly, Kathleen moved to Massachusetts to train and work at Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School before moving to Washington in 1994. Kathleen is the parent of four adult children and is delighted to have the opportunity to support the mission of Great and Small.

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Jonathan “Jon” Beall, Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking

Jon joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also serves on the Development and Fundraising Committee. As Senior VP, Commercial & Industrial Relationship Manager, with EagleBank, Jon and his team have directly supported and financed more than $190 million in education/charter funding for top performing schools in DC, along with many regional and national Not-for-Profit organizations.

 

Jon and his wife Ally are lifelong Washingtonians, raised and now residing in Montgomery County, MD. Proud parents of two “pandemic babies”, they became actively engaged in the neurodiverse and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) community when their daughter was diagnosed with ASD. Since then, they became part of the robust and diverse special-needs community and enrolled their daughter in therapeutic riding lessons. After seeing first-hand the results yielded via the “magic” of equine-based therapy, and the positive impact on his daughter, Jon is honored to be an advocate and supporter of Great and Small. 

 

Jon and Ally enjoy spending time with their amazing 3-year-old daughter, 2-year-old son, and chocolate Labrador, and in his spare time playing golf or guitar.​

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Jennifer (Jen) Bryan, Fundraiser and Event Planner

Jen joined the Great and Small Board in May 2024 and serves on the Fundraising Committee. Jen brings years of fundraising and event planning experience as well as firsthand knowledge of the benefits of therapeutic riding. She is the mother of a medically complex child who began her riding career in a therapeutic riding program. Jen was the owner of a successful DC-based wedding and event planning business but transitioned to the non-profit world in 2016 when her daughter was diagnosed with a rare immune disorder that required a bone marrow transplant. Being able to raise funds for individuals and families going through a similar experience and support them throughout their medical journey became a passion for Jen and has continued years later.

 

Jen is currently a stay-at-home mother with three small children, Audrey, Madelyn, and Jameson. Throughout the week, you can find Jen at the horse barn with Audrey, in the cheer gym with Madelyn, or on the playground with Jameson. And, when time allows, Jen enjoys riding her pony named Zippy.

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María González Calvet, Attorney

Maria joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also serves on the Governance Committee, bringing 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney. Currently a partner at Ropes & Gray, a former U.S. federal prosecutor, and former in-house executive counsel of a Fortune 500 company, Maria has conducted investigations in more than 40 countries worldwide. Her professional focus is on advising clients to identify and mitigate risks and implement effective compliance and governance.

 

Maria’s first job was as a stable hand in rural Pennsylvania, and her favorite place is in the saddle! After decades away from horses, she was eager to introduce the sport to her son in 2020 after he recovered from a terminal diagnosis. She has witnessed firsthand the meaningful confidence-building impact that riding has had on him and is honored to serve on the Board to help others. When not in the office or the barn, Maria enjoys time with her daughter, her partner Anne, and their two dogs.

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Jennifer Scales, Senior Tax Manager

Jennifer joined the Great and Small Board in May 2024 and serves on the Finance Committee. Jennifer brings with her nearly 30 years of experience in public accounting where she has worked with companies of all sizes and ownership structures. During her career, Jennifer has helped hundreds of small businesses set up their accounting structure and created procedures to ensure accurate books and records.

 

Jennifer grew up riding horses in San Diego, California. She moved to Maryland in 2007 and has called Montgomery County home since. Jennifer is an advocate for mental health and is excited to join her passions together at Great and Small.

 

Elizabeth (Liz) Terry, Non-Profit CEO

Liz joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also Chairs the Governance Committee. A lifelong equestrian trained in multiple disciplines, her love of horses was instant; and it continues today with her mare, Sophie (who, coincidentally, lives next door to Great and Small).  

 

Professionally, Liz has spent her career running nonprofits and trade associations. From operations to business development, event planning, advocacy, PR and Communications, Liz has experience in multiple aspects of running an organization and representing her constituency. 

 

In her free time Liz has volunteered for and served on multiple advisory and nonprofit Boards for several nonprofits including the American Ireland Funds: Young Leaders-Washington, DC, Belfast-Beltway Boxing, and Shore Lit, where Liz is currently serving as Treasurer. Liz understands sitting on both sides of the board room table. More importantly, Liz believes in the benefits horses bring to every life they touch. 

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Katherine Williamson, Occupational Therapist

Katherine joined the Great and Small Board in March 2023, and also Chairs the Development and Fundraising Committee. She is a licensed occupational therapist at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington DC. As a certified Autism specialist, Katherine designs and runs programs that support children with developmental disabilities to access safe and supportive medical care. These programs cover both inpatient and outpatient services, and Katherine is integral to hospital leadership in supporting care for high-risk individuals. She shares knowledge and expertise by speaking nationally and internationally to help other institutions adopt new practices for this population. Katherine is highly trained in leadership — both in leading large groups of people and also in creating effective leaders. She manages a leadership program supporting people around the world to create and fulfill community-based projects. 
 
Katherine started riding as a 6-year-old and has never lost her passion for horses. Her leadership, commitment, creativity, and constant drive for what is possible makes Katherine an ideal addition to the Great and Small family. She lives in North Bethesda with her husband and son.

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Michelle Wyman, Environmental Policy Expert

Michelle joined the Great and Small Board in May 2024 and serves on the Fundraising Committee. She is a clean energy, climate, and environmental policy expert with over 20 years of experience working with governments, non-profits, and international agencies on strategic and tactical solutions to climate, clean energy, and environmental challenges. With a diverse background spanning state and local government, federal agencies and international negotiations, Michelle offers extensive leadership experience covering a wide range of issues, interests, and political perspectives.

 

She is the Founder and Principal of Biosphere Strategies, a boutique consulting firm specializing in science, sustainability, climate, and the environment, and serves in a variety of international board and advisory roles. 

 

Michelle has loved horses since she was young. One of her daughters is a competitive rider, which has allowed her to spend time with horses and deepen her appreciation for them. She has been inspired by the gentle and healing nature horses so generously offer. 

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Committee Members

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Laura Hobgood, Quality Manager

Laura joined Great and Small’s Finance Committee in May 2024. She is an IT professional with over 35 years of in-depth experience with data analytics, financials, and project management in the private, commercial, and government sectors. A 20-year Maryland resident raised in the Northeast, Laura has always loved horses and values their therapeutic nature. Since her journey with horses began, Laura has served as a horsemanship and lesson program volunteer, showing youngsters the basics. She has also helped with horse farm accounting and reconciliation audits of accounts. 

 

Laura is a horse owner and enjoys sharing the joy of horses. Dealing with the stresses of a busy world and having an autistic grandson herself, Laura strongly believes that horses have an innate ability to communicate with us, calm anxieties, and effectively redirect emotions. 

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Patrice Williams-Johnson, Finance, Community Leader/Entrepreneur

Patrice joined Great and Small’s Finance Committee in March 2023. Raised in Norfolk, Virginia, she has degrees in accounting and leadership. With over 32 years of service in the Federal government in accounting and budget in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, she is currently the Executive Technical Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. Patrice enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as traveling, and has spent time in Africa twice on medical missions. Together with her daughter, she has adopted a number of dogs from the animal shelter, and started being around horses when her daughter began riding. 

 

Serving the community and in ministry is another passion. Patrice has been the Treasurer of her homeowner community association for 20 years, has served in nonprofits and several ministries, and provides financial education to her community. She also hosts Montgomery County high schoolers through the SummerRise program.