Laura Britting is a seasoned nonprofit executive and fund development specialist with more than 15 years of leadership experience in strategic planning, fundraising, and organizational management. Based in Michigan, she has dedicated her career to advancing mission-driven organizations through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth.Throughout her tenure as a nonprofit executive, Laura has guided numerous nonprofits in building capacity, developing governance structures, and designing strategic plans that align mission with measurable outcomes. She has successfully secured more than $20 million in funding from foundations, corporations, and government entities, helping organizations strengthen financial stability and expand community impact. Her expertise spans grant writing, board development, fiscal management, and community engagement, with a proven record of increasing operational efficiency and donor confidence.In her free time Laura spends her days with her husband, six kids, and four dogs at their home in the middle of the National Forest. Laura enjoys gardening, cooking from scratch, hiking, and cheering for the Detroit Lions. Laura is thrilled to be working with the team at WILDD, and is looking forward to continuing the mission that founders Erv and Kim Carpenter started 20 years ago. 

Hilary Schwartz is WILDD’s most experienced instructor and currently serves as Director of Academic Therapy. With a strong background in child development and graphic design, Hilary is a driving force behind the organization’s academic programs and resources.

Hilary’s connection to dyslexia began in 2004 when her youngest son was diagnosed. Determined to support his learning, Hilary studied Orton-Gillingham methods and homeschooled with both her sons, each with very different learning profiles. By 2010, Hilary’s passion for personalized education led her to join WILDD as a part-time instructor.

Over the next decade, Hilary’s innovative approach and commitment to student success earned her expanding responsibilities. She contributed to curriculum design, staff training, and program evaluation, gradually taking on leadership roles. In 2022, Hilary accepted the position of Director of Academic Therapy, overseeing the development and delivery of WILDD’s academic therapies and training programs.

Hilary’s lesson resources and curriculum adaptations have been instrumental in equipping WILDD instructors and classroom teachers to deliver effective, evidence-based instruction with creativity and flexibility, but it’s her journey as a parent that most deeply informs her work. Parents regularly remark on Hilary’s ability to instill hope, recalling how her guidance helped them see possibilities for their children’s futures.

Through her leadership, curriculum innovations, and heartfelt support, Hilary has transformed WILDD’s academic programs and made a meaningful difference in the lives of WILDD’s instructors, students and families. Her story stands as proof that dyslexia can be overcome with patient application of proven methods delivered with creativity, flexibility, and unwavering encouragement.

Charles Carpenter oversees the logistical and systemic heartbeat of WILDD. With a background in Network Administration from MATC, Charles initially joined the team as a Systems Administrator, utilizing his technical expertise to strengthen the organization's infrastructure. His unique perspective as a former WILDD student and the son of its founders allows him to manage day-to-day operations with both efficiency and empathy. Having personally navigated the hurdles of dyslexia, Charles transitioned into his current leadership role with a mission to streamline the path to success for others. He remains a firsthand testament to the organization's impact, believing firmly that with the right support, "the sky is the limit."

Jamie Keough is the Director of Human Resources at WILDD (Wisconsin Institute for Learning Disabilities/Dyslexia), where she leads all HR efforts to create a cohesive working unit by working with our instructors, students, administrators, and board members. Jamie has a BA in human resources administration and an MBA in business administration with an emphasis on nonprofit management and accounting.Devoting the last 16 years of her career to working in the Wisconsin nonprofit sector, specifically in HR management, human operations, workers’ rights and compensation, and nonprofit accounting, Jamie has a passion for nonprofit management and truly believes that some of the most incredible things happen through resources and relationships with nonprofit organizations.

Tiffany serves as Director of Finance at WILDD, where she oversees the organization’s financial systems with precision, transparency, and a deep commitment to its mission. With more than 20 years of experience in finance and bookkeeping — primarily in the nonprofit sector — she brings both technical expertise and a strong understanding of how sound financial stewardship supports life-changing work.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education as well as a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. These backgrounds inform her collaborative, people-centered approach and deepen her appreciation for WILDD’s work supporting individuals with learning differences and the families who walk alongside them. She is proud to contribute behind the scenes to an organization that creates meaningful opportunities for children and adults to thrive.