Co-founder of the Release Foundation and CEO of Release Recovery, Zac maintains day-to-day operations of our program, including organizational expansion, staff development, fundraising and strategic planning. He’s Chairman of the New York Advisory Board for the Caron Foundation, where he himself received treatment for substance use. Zac has established philanthropic initiatives through the Clark Family and our Foundation.

Co-founder of Release Recovery Foundation, when Matt’s not helping and mentoring others, he focuses on direct infrastructure investments. He’s the Managing Director of GCM Grosvenor and previous Senior Vice President at Oaktree Capital Management, where he built strategic relationships for the firm and led origination of investments in the transportation sector.

A community connector and motivator, Andrew helps us raise funds, build the Release Foundation community and advocate for recovery initiatives. When he’s not motivating our entire community to be their best selves, he works as a finance partner at a wealth management firm.

As a board member, Dorothy raises funds and builds a successful, strong Release community. She is also the Co-Founder of DEVLINHAIR Productions and Learning, where she has led her company to double-digit growth, builds and leads teams, and develops and maintains strong client relationships.

Hilary is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and recovery advocate who, after a RAND study showed heavy drinking increased 41% among women during the pandemic and as statistics continue to demonstrate that men are more than twice as likely than women to seek treatment, felt compelled to share her own struggle with alcoholism and get more involved in the recovery community. Phelps has worked in media, marketing, and event management across a broad range of categories, in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors.

Driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire to save lives, Barbara is an advocate who brings to the Release Recovery Foundation Board a wealth of personal experience. Having navigated the complex landscape of mental health care for her daughter, she gained unique insights into the struggles many families face. Recognizing the privilege of having access to life-saving mental health treatment, Barbara is determined to ensure that every individual—regardless of their circumstances—can access the care they need. In addition to her work with the Release Recovery Foundation, Barbara has served on the boards of People’s Emergency Center and The Village, both of which provide shelter and support services to those at risk: homeless women with children and vulnerable young women needing residential treatment.

Aaron is an alternative investments professional who currently serves as a Vice President and Co-Portfolio Manager at Artemis. He is a leader in driving diversity, equity, inclusion, and education through his work with organizations such as the PREA Foundation, Sponsors for Educational Opportunities, and the Toigo Foundation. Aaron earned a BS in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University and an MBA from Harvard Business School, where he was a Dean’s Award Recipient for his service to the school and society. Motivated by a passion for equity and accessibility, Aaron supports the Release Recovery Foundation’s efforts to broaden access to high-quality treatment and care, regardless of people’s backgrounds.

Cassidy is a lawyer based in New York City, where she has represented employers in employment disputes since graduating from Fordham Law School in 2016. She has practiced law in New York State and Federal Court, as well as in Connecticut and New Jersey State Courts, handling cases involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment claims, and class action wage and hour lawsuits. Currently, Cassidy serves as Assistant General Counsel at Deloitte. She deeply believes in the Foundation’s mission and is proud to lend her support.