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Who We Are
Primarily a volunteer organization, Camp Resilience employs four full time staff members.
Our dedicated Board of Directors of Veterans and local professionals oversee all operations and programming.
Jeff Ladieu
Executive Director
Jeff is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience in law enforcement, organizational leadership, and public safety. A retired Captain from the New Hampshire State Police, he most recently served as Commander of the Justice Information Bureau, overseeing critical units including Communications, Criminal Records, NCIC, and the Sexual Offender Registry.
Throughout his career, Jeff held diverse roles—from SWAT Team and Cold Case Commander to leading the Polygraph and Communications Units. He began his law enforcement journey in Troop F after serving in the 75th Ranger Regiment under U.S. Army Special Operations Command.
Post-retirement, Jeff co-founded a public safety consulting firm and later served as Assistant Director of Public Safety and Police at Endicott College. He now brings his expertise and heart to Camp Resilience, supporting veterans and first responders in healing and growth.
Jeff holds a B.S. in Social Sciences and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He is a Certified Public Manager, LEAN Black Belt, and graduate of the NCTC Polygraph Institute.
He and his wife Kim live in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region and are proud parents of two sons. Jeff enjoys triathlon training, family time, and helping others find strength through adversity.
Lori Sanderson
Administrative Coordinator
Lori is a dedicated wife, mother, and professional who has spent much of her life balancing family, career, and personal passions. Married to Craig, a retired 30-year military veteran, Lori and her husband have two daughters. The family currently resides in the beautiful Lakes Region after living in Massachusetts and Arizona.
A graduate of Katharine Gibbs School, Lori’s career has included roles at the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Simmons College Graduate School of Social Work, and AllApartments. During her husband’s deployments, Lori chose to be a stay-at-home mom, focusing on raising their daughters and supporting the family through the challenges of military life.
Lori is excited to be part of Camp Resilience, where she supports an organization that actively assists veterans and first responders. She finds great fulfillment in giving back to those who have served, drawing on her personal experience as a military spouse.
In her free time, Lori enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, as well as traveling to explore new places and create lasting memories.
Megan Prescott
Program Coordinator
As a compassionate and dedicated recreational therapist, Megan has experience in helping Veterans improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being through purposeful recreational activities. Megan is committed to enhancing the quality of life for people of all ages.
With a background in working in clinical settings, Megan has developed expertise in creating and implementing individualized therapeutic programs that foster social interaction, physical activity, leisure adaptations, and emotional healing.
Now entering the nonprofit sector, Megan is excited to contribute her knowledge and skills to an organization that shares a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans and First Responders with varying needs such as disability, mental health diagnoses, and social isolation. Through dedication, creativity, and empathy, Megan is eager to make a lasting impact in the nonprofit field and build strong relationships with the individuals and communities Camp Resilience serves.
Elizabeth Mullaney
Development Coordinator
Over the past decade, Elizabeth has built a career in events management focused on creating meaningful experiences and genuine connections. She graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, concentrating on Entrepreneurial Studies, which fostered a strong sense of initiative and ownership that has guided her career. Her work has taken her across the United States and overseas, producing experiential events and building a strong foundation in large-scale event execution.
Her career later led her to producing firearm training events for a major defense contractor serving the U.S. military, law enforcement, and civilian clients. In this role, she coordinated military visits, politician and celebrity appearances, and fundraising initiatives, working closely with active-duty and veteran service members as both colleagues and clients. Fundraising events were particularly rewarding, providing the opportunity to make a tangible impact while building strong connections with local nonprofits. Through these experiences, she drew inspiration from the resilience of veterans and discovered her passion for creating events that honor and serve those who have served us.
Now transitioning into the nonprofit sector, Elizabeth is excited to support the mission of Camp Resilience and to apply her expertise in leadership, relationship building, and bespoke event design to enhance the well-being of military members, veterans, first responders, and their families.
Outside of work, Elizabeth enjoys baking for friends and family, hiking national parks, traveling abroad, and practicing archery.
Layla
Mascot
Layla is an adorable 4-year-old English Lab from Connecticut! As the Camp Resilience beloved mascot and comfort dog, she spreads joy and love to everyone around her. Layla has a special affinity for ride-a-longs and cherishes her time visiting military veterans and first responders. Known for her heartwarming hugs and snuggles, she truly makes every encounter special. If you're interested in spending some time with Layla, please reach out to us!
Board of Directors
President
Fred Henry
Fred Henry is a retired U.S. Army Brigadier General and former senior industry executive with decades of combined leadership experience spanning military operations, strategic planning, organizational transformation, and mission-driven community engagement. He currently serves as the President of Camp Resilience, where he helps lead initiatives focused on supporting veterans, first responders, and their families as they navigate stress, trauma, burnout, anxiety, and isolation through wellness, peer engagement, mentorship, and restorative programming.
Mr. Henry brings a unique perspective to Camp Resilience by combining his distinguished military leadership background with executive-level experience in industry and nonprofit leadership. His commitment to resilience and wellness was further strengthened through his own journey as a prostate cancer survivor and advocate for purposeful wellness.
In addition to his role with Camp Resilience, Mr. Henry is the Founder and Executive Chair of The BrightPath Foundation, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering wellness and helping reduce prostate cancer mortality disparities through education, movement, nutrition, and community engagement. The shared emphasis between Camp Resilience and The BrightPath Foundation on holistic wellness, resilience, mental well-being, physical activity, and community support creates natural synergies that reinforce the importance of purposeful wellness across both organizations.
Mr. Henry also serves as the Strategic Planning Chair for First Mount Zion Baptist Church and as the CEO of Switch Strategic Consulting. Across each of these leadership roles, he remains committed to servant leadership, strategic transformation, and building stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities through collaboration, education, advocacy, and mission-focused
Vice President
Dennis Volpe
1996 US Naval Academy, OEF (Afghanistan) Veteran, Retired Naval Officer. Columbia University Certified Executive Performance and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. Consults and coaches on Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Decision-Making and Team Performance.
Treasurer
Alyssa Mosher
Alyssa Mosher is a seasoned marketing and events professional in the ski industry, currently serving as Field Marketing Manager for New Hampshire at Vail Resorts. A former Program Coordinator for Camp Resilience and the Lakes Region Veterans Coalition, she brings deep knowledge of the organization and a strong commitment to service. Alyssa is also a dedicated community volunteer and proud spouse of a law enforcement officer.
Secretary
Sandi Moore-Beinoras
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board Member
Chris Ray
USMC Vietnam veteran, retired corporate executive, past president of the Gilford Rotary
Development Chair
Shelley Carita
Shelley Carita, MBA, MS CED, lives in Meredith and is the former Executive Director for the Partnership for Public Health. She has close to 30 years of successful non-profit leadership experience, specializing in fund development and marketing. Shelley is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and provides fundraising consultation to non-profit organizations in New Hampshire.
Board Member
John Walsh
1966 US Air Force Academy Graduate, Vietnam veteran, Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 30+ years of practice in New Hampshire’s public and private sectors and past president of the Gilford Rotary. Consults on applications and life skills activities.
Governance Chair
Julianne Desmet
Julianne M. Desmet focuses her practice on energy and environmental regulatory representation and counseling. She brings extensive experience in regulatory compliance, legal strategy, and risk mitigation, having previously served as a hearing officer for the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities and as an attorney with the New Hampshire Office of the Consumer Advocate. Julianne is admitted to practice in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and is an active member of several regional energy and leadership organizations, including Camp Resilience.
Board Member
Eddie Edwards
Eddie Edwards, Assistant Commissioner of the Department of Safety, is a Navy veteran and former South Hampton Police Chief with a distinguished career in law enforcement and public service. A graduate of the FBI National Academy, he has held key leadership roles at the NH Liquor Commission and served on numerous state and federal commissions.
Board Member
Samantha LeClair
Samantha LeClair is a New Hampshire native now living in the Concord area with her partner, Peter. Working as Business Development Officer for MVSB, Sam has 15 years of banking experience. She enjoys being outdoors all times of year, reading and being in the garden. Sam’s passion to work with non-profits flourished in college at Coastal Carolina University where she joined the volunteer group and even got to spend spring break in Chile on a Habitat for Humanity project. Currently she also serves as Treasurer for The Greater Lakes Region Children’s Fund and loves being a part of the non-profit community in the Lakes Region. She’s excited to join the Camp Resilience team and help progress the great work the organization does for Veterans and First Responders.
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Board Member
Patrick Donnelly
Pat is a retired US Army Officer with 28 years of active service. He is currently a Private Wealth Advisor and President/Co-Founder of Legacy Private Wealth in Springfield, Massachusetts. Pat has a strong business background, advising closely-held business owners and their families. With decades of financial services industry experience, he previously served as Vice President with Merrill Lynch and First Vice President with UBS Financial Services. Pat is also a long-time member and past president of the East Longmeadow, MA Rotary Club, and has also served as a volunteer and director with a number of other non-profit, community organizations.
Board of Advisors
John F. Campbell
General, US Army (Retired).
Former Commander of all Allied Forces in Afghanistan. Former Vice Chief of Staff of the Army.
David Halverson
Lieutenant General (Ret.) David Halverson is a distinguished U.S. Army veteran who held command positions at every level, culminating as the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command. He played a key role in planning and executing operations following 9/11, including OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM and OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM, and later led Army-wide readiness, modernization, and force development initiatives. A West Point graduate, he now serves as Chairman and CEO of Cypress International.
Dr. Jessie L. Bennett
Dr. Jessie L. Bennett, CTRS/L is an Assistant Professor at the University of New Hampshire. Her research examines the outcomes of outdoor recreation and adaptive sports programs for Military Veterans and First Responders with behavioral health disorders.
Honorable Gerard J. Boyle
Colonel, Judge Advocate (Retired). United States Marine Corps 30 years. Commanding Officer, Team Yankee; Marine Liaison Officer, Naval Reserve Readiness Command Northeast; Commanding Officer Marine Corps Mobilization Station, Topsham, ME; Special Assistant to the Director of Reserve Affairs; Chief Trial Counsel, Quantico, VA; Chief Trial Counsel, Okinawa. Judge (Retired), State of New Hampshire.
Peter Burdett
Commander, US Navy (Retired).
Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, New Hampshire (CASA-NH). Burdett served 21 years as a Naval Aviator flying various helicopters and fix-wing aircraft. Flying assignments included: VT-2, HM-12/14. Served on the USS Shreveport (LPD12) as air boss and on the Chief of Naval Operations staff. Burdett served as Fleet Mine Warfar Office, during Desert Shield and Desert Storm, for the COMSEVENTHFLT which became COMUSNAVCENT on the USS Blue Ridge in the Middle East. Retired from NAS Meridian, MS in 1993.
Greg M d’Arbonne
An Army veteran with a distinguished career in Airborne and combat units, he currently serves as President of the New England Region Chapter of the Association of the United States Army. His global service includes leadership roles such as Deputy Brigade Commander, Battalion Commander, and key operational positions during Desert Shield and Desert Storm. His career reflects decades of dedicated military leadership and service.
Brian P. Concannon
A 1979 West Point graduate, John Concannon serves as the Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for Massachusetts (CASA-MA). He retired as President and CEO of Haemonetics Corporation, where he held several executive roles after joining in 2003. With over 35 years of leadership experience in the healthcare industry, Concannon previously held senior positions at Cardinal Health, Baxter Healthcare, and Allegiance Healthcare. He currently serves on the boards of Hivers & Strivers, VetAccel, Aegle Health Partners, and previously South Shore Health, where he was Vice-Chair from 2017 to 2019.