Meet the Team
Board of Directors
The board of directors is an essential part of business and is the organization’s governing body. The board of directors for The Ruyts Foundation is comprised of individuals that bring experience and passion to the table in the fight against veteran suicide. Please feel free to contact any of the members with questions or concerns.
Jessica Ruyts
PRESIDENT & FOUNDER
Lisa Snellings
TREASURER
Lisa has a degree in Corporate Accounting from Stark State College as well as a degree in Forensic Accounting from Franklin University. She works for a veteran owned company as their Senior Accountant and has a passion for helping those in need. She has seen many of those around her battle with their mental health and the stigma that goes with getting the care needed. “I have great respect for those that have served our country and want all people that struggle to know they don’t have to do it alone .”
Sarah Otto
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETER
Buford Pritchett
VICE PRESIDENT
Nikki Garrido
SECRETARY