Our Team

“I have always wanted a fulfilling career where I could help people. Before SHARE, I had interned at hospitals and cancer research centers. I learned about SHARE through an internship and I loved working here, surrounded by compassionate and friendly people. I am honored and grateful that I have been given the opportunity to come back to SHARE and continue to help make a difference.”

Lucero C. Andújar is a passionate program and operations specialist specializing in the nonprofit and public sector. Previously, Lucero dedicated her efforts to disaster relief and response initiatives, working with various international and grassroots organizations. She graduated with honors from both Syracuse University, with a Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Science, and from the University of Pittsburgh, with a Master’s in Public Administration.

Corby Arthur is in remission and in treatment for well-managed endometrial cancer. She is a retired elementary school teacher and a swimmer who lives in Los Angeles, California with her husband. She swims on two masters swim teams and a masters artistic swim team and teaches swimming. She has two grandchildren.

“I first worked with SHARE as a consultant in cultural competency and the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. I was impressed by the many programs, services and support offered by SHARE’s dedicated and passionate women. When I was asked to apply for my current position, I felt honored to be considered. Now I feel honored to be a part of such a dynamic organization. My areas of particular interest include programming, training, and support services for women with metastatic disease, BRCA-gene-related cancer and triple-negative breast cancer. As a clinical social worker who has been treated for breast cancer, I hope to build a program that meets the unique needs of women with advanced disease.”

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“Eradicating womens health disparities and making resources accessible for all is something I’ve always been passionate about. I joined SHARE because I felt strongly about its mission to connect women affected by breast cancer to trusted information and a community of support. I am proud to work with an amazing team dedicated to providing programming and resources that will help women in their unique journey. My educational background includes a BA in Comparative Womens’ Studies from Spelman College. I look forward to providing support to the SHARE community.”

“I am very glad to have the opportunity to work with an organization like SHARE Cancer Support. I now have the chance to expand my knowledge about women’s cancers and also be a part of helping and educating others in the process. I myself have experienced how cancer can affect women; having lost both my Mother to Metastatic Breast Cancer and Grandmother to Uterine Cancer (who was also a 3x Breast Cancer Survivor). My goal is to make them proud and help be a part of a bigger goal to educate, empower and assist all women with what I didn’t have when they were around.. SHARE Cancer Support.”

Olympia Cepeda is a two-time, triple negative breast cancer survivor, diagnosed at 39 years old. Olympia worked with SHARE on and off for many years, first as the program associate for the LatinaSHARE program and as a patient navigator for St. Luke’s Breast Clinic for seven years. Currently she is the LatinaSHARE Manager/Outreach Coordinator. Her present responsibilities include facilitating three Spanish speaking support groups (2 in NY, 1 in NJ); she is also a Helpline facilitator and outreach coordinator in the Latino community and senior centers throughout NYC. In 2016, she participated in an initiative as a patient navigator with the NYU Bea W. Welters program.

For three years Olympia was a Research Coordinator/Caregivers Interventionist for the Latina Breast Cancer Survivors and Their Caregivers Study sponsored by Georgetown University and funded by PCORI. SHARE was one of four sites in the country, involved in the study.

Olympia is a graduate of the Rutgers University School of Public Health where she earned her MPH degree in 2010

Megan-Claire Chase is an accomplished media and marketing professional who is also a stage IIA invasive lobular breast cancer survivor in Atlanta, GA. She became heavily involved in patient advocacy and research post-treatment. Megan-Claire, also known as Warrior Megsie, is a powerful communicator, public speaker, researcher, published writer, and blogger of Life on the Cancer Train. She is a passionate advocate who is effective in shedding light on the struggles and trials for those patients and survivors, especially those diagnosed under 40 years old. In her spare time, she is a consumer reviewer for the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program, a contributing writer for WebMD, and a voice over actor. Megan-Claire and her work have been featured in national press including The New York Times and People Magazine, as well as through numerous pa­­tient advocacy organizations.

“With more than a decade of experience working in both hospitals and nonprofit organizations, I am excited to help expand SHARE’s mission into the Chinese community. I am thrilled to be joining this team of passionate staff and volunteers in order to support SHARE’s values, especially to the monolingual and medically underrepresented group. My Chinese background allows me great understanding of the unique cultural variations in the disparate Chinese community when handling cancer. With the wide variety of cultural values, that sensitivity will be used to bring the best services from SHARE to the Chinese community.”

Athena brings with her several years of development experience, having worked with not-for-profit arts and education organizations. It has always been her long-term goal to apply this experience to charitable causes, especially those that seek to provide support to under-resourced groups and individuals. “Cancer is a disease that has affected family members and close friends of mine, and while there are different forms of cancer that can affect many people, cancer is cancer. No one should have to endure the fight alone and without any support. I am very happy to be part of a dynamic team of women that help women with breast and ovarian cancers navigate through their diagnosis and fears, and be better informed, so that they can be stronger mentally and emotionally for themselves and their families, as they fight this disease.”

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“I came to SHARE in 2006 when I was searching for an educational program for Latinas. The first time I attended a support group I felt welcomed and supported by everyone. I wanted to become more involved at SHARE and, in 2007, I applied for a position as a Survivor Patient Navigator. I became the Outreach Coordinator in 2009 and, in 2011, was promoted as the Co-Director of the LatinaSHARE program. As a Latina educator and 18 years breast cancer survivor, I’m grateful to be part of this dedicated and passionate organization for women affected by breast and ovarian cancer. My mission is to build a strong program for Latinas with access to the resources, support, and opportunity to become community advocates that will empower them to be proactive about their health in their native language.”

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“After many years of working in the corporate sector I’m excited to transition into the world of nonprofit which is something I’ve always had a passion for and believe is doing my best to put kindness out into the world and I’m very happy to become a member of the SHARE team as the Corporate Outreach Liaison.

In my spare time you can find me volunteering at God’s Love We Deliver as well as at a local soup kitchen in my area and for those interested I’m also a certified yoga instructor with a passion for health and wellness.”

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to use my background in communications to support SHARE’s important work. I am proud of the sense of community and caring our team creates with the women we serve, and the trustworthy, accurate information we provide. I am grateful for the sense of purpose I find in facilitating communications between a strong network of women helping each other and themselves.”

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At age 39, Miranda found a lump in her breast and was told it was nothing, which lead to a new lump 6 months later and a diagnosis of Stage 3 hormone positive IDC. What followed was a year that included chemotherapy, a double mastectomy with immediate DIEP flap reconstruction, and radiation. Being a
young Hispanic woman, she often felt out of place among the mostly older non-Hispanic patients. Most support groups she encountered were populated with women who were mostly affluent, had retired or had adult children. A year after finishing active treatment, she began to volunteer at Houston Methodist Hospital on the infusion floor as a CanCare.org volunteer, visiting with patients while they go through chemotherapy infusions. She also began to lead the HMH local support group, in conjunction with Reconstruction of a Survivor. She is a volunteer turned employee with WigOut.org, which offers free wig kits to uninsured and underinsured women, out of Smith Clinic and LBJ Hospital, part of Harris Health Systems in Harris County. These three activities allowed her to meet women at the beginning of their diagnosis, helping her to seek out young Hispanic women that needed the support she did not have. She was chosen in 2020 to be a YSC RISE Advocate, as well as an Ambassador with For the Breast of Us, an online community dedicated to supporting women of color diagnosed with breast cancer. She now sits on their Community Partnership Board. Lastly, she’s recently accepted a position with SHARE Cancer Support, working with the “Our MBC Life” podcast, which is dedicated to amplifying the voices and sharing the realities of those living with metastatic breast cancer.
Miranda resides in Houston, Texas with her husband of 20 years and their five children.

“I have been fortunate to work in various non-profit organizations before joining ChineseSHARE. When I discovered that cancer survivors and individuals with strong faith have come together to provide support for those facing the challenges of cancer alone, I was deeply moved. It reminded me of the powerful notion that those who have experienced hardships themselves are often the ones who extend their support and empathy to others in need. Love acts as a bridge, transcending language barriers and cultural differences, and together we co-construct a SHARE home—a place of support and belonging for those who seek it.”

Heidi is the Executive Director & CEO of SHARE Cancer Support.  As a cancer survivor herself, she is passionate about SHARE’s important mission to support, educate and empower people diagnosed with breast and gynecologic cancers and to eliminate disparities in the healthcare system. She has been in public service for her entire career. Prior to joining SHARE in December 2024, for 10 years she was the President & CEO of Access Justice Brooklyn (AJB), a social justice nonprofit which seeks to make the legal system more accessible and equitable by providing free legal services and community education to Brooklyn residents. Prior to joining AJB, for 13 years she was Senior Director of Legal Services and part of the senior leadership team at Her Justice, a nonprofit organization that uses a pro bono model to provide free legal services to women, often survivors of domestic violence, giving them a real chance to obtain legal protections to transform their lives. She held senior positions in the Legal Counsel Unit of the Office of Legal Affairs at the New York City Human Resources Administration and the New York City Administration for Children’s Services.  In 2012, she received an Inspire! Award from Cardozo Law School for her dedication to the public interest. She is a cum laude graduate of Wellesley College, and received her JD from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and an MPA from the Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs at Baruch College.

“The women of SHARE were there for me 17 years ago when I was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer. I am lucky to have done well, partly because of prolonged treatment and partly because a friend and fellow survivor at my doctor’s office led me to SHARE. The personal experiences, wisdom and humor of our community go a long way toward easing the upheaval created by life-threatening illness. It is a gift to now work with volunteers who supply information and encouragement to others affected by the disease that impacted my life so strongly.”

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“I came to SHARE bringing different experiences from various non-profits. After learning about SHARE’s powerful mission I knew that this would allow me to help women and survivors. Giving back to the community is something I have always enjoyed, and providing help for women with cancer is an extremely powerful mission I am happy to be part of.”

“I am very grateful to be a part of SHARE, and use my experience as a metastatic cervical cancer survivor to help empower and support everyone in this community. Working for an organization like SHARE has been my dream ever since I was diagnosed and realized the great need for support of this magnitude. I look forward to empowering others, educating, advocating and raising awareness for cervical cancer.”

“In 2018 I was introduced to SHARE and attended the ovarian cancer support group. I walked away from that meeting feeling full of hope. A few months later, I trained and joined as an Ambassador to do outreach in my community. Currently, I work with SHARE as an Ambassador and Uterine cancer Associate. My background in healthcare and community activism allows me to utilize my skills to support women battling cancer. I am a 3 time cancer survivor, so I am extremely passionate in helping to support the women who have experience with this disease; it’s very important to me.”

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Zarek Mena, OPN-CG, has extensive experience in the field of oncology patient navigation, and works with the Academy of Oncology Nurse Navigators + (AONN+) as well as the ACS National Navigation Roundtable (ACS NNRT). Zarek’s passion in serving the under-represented and historically excluded communities has led to addressing various needs such as food insecurity, cold capping, grant funding, screening and prevention, integrative medicine, as well as financial toxicity. Her firsthand experience as a cancer survivor, caregiver and knowledgeable professional provides much-needed representation in addressing health equity.

“I have always wanted to have a career with a purpose. Before SHARE, I spent the last several years planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for women affected by breast cancer. Because of that, I have long known about SHARE and the great work the organization does. I am excited to join the SHARE team and use my background and experience to develop impactful programs for the community SHARE serves.”

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“I began my journey with SHARE as a volunteer, and continued onward due to the warmth and compassion of the women who lead this organization. I am grateful to have the opportunity to aid members of my community and to direct them to the resources they need, I am also grateful to have the chance to learn new things alongside them.”

Since 2019 Kathleen has been actively involved with advocacy as a Metastatic Breast Cancer peer volunteer at SHARE Cancer Support. She began her volunteer work as a dedicated MBC helpline volunteer and MBC peer then added support group facilitator as well as OUR MBC Life podcast host and producer to her roles. Kate believes there is nothing better than being surrounded by peers “who get it.” She feels strongly that no-one with MBC should feel alone and everyone should have access to support. Kate is passionate about the needs of the community and strives to educate and empower people to advocate for the best possible care and quality of life.

Kate recently accepted a position of Director of Metastatic Breast Cancer Program at SHARE Cancer Support. She is excited to use her science background as well as her MBC patient experience to continue the success of the metastatic breast cancer programs and is committed to developing new programs with the goal of improving patient experience and survivorship.

Kate graduated with honors and earned a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Policy and Management, Community Health Education and Planning, an Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Management, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.

“I have always prioritized working for mission based organizations, so it is especially meaningful to work for an organization that I personally feel so passionately about. My mom was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at a young age, so I saw the effects cancer could have on all facets of life. I learned about SHARE while working for another cancer nonprofit and was so impressed with the programs and services it provides. I am thrilled to join such a dynamic team and honored to carry on my mom’s legacy in the work that I do. I am excited to bring my background and experience to help continue creating important programs that serve SHARE’s community.”

“When I discovered SHARE, I knew I found a meaningful workplace to learn and grow. I am passionate about digital media and excited to apply this tool in such a powerful, impactful way. Cancer affects so many of our lives–including my own–that the opportunity to directly support women is one I am proud to take on. I am humbled and honored to be a part of SHARE.”

“I believe that it is important to love what you do and know who you are doing it for. That is why when I learned about SHARE and their mission I knew that this was where I wanted to be. I have previous experience in the nonprofit industry specifically focused in the latino community. It is an honor to be a part of such a positive and impactful group of people that work together to help women every single day. I am delighted to bring my skills and experience to such a wonderful organization such as SHARE.”

“I came to SHARE after receiving my breast cancer diagnosis as a support group member and didn’t know what to expect. Once I was there, I noticed many of the women were from different countries, didn’t speak English, had no health insurance, and were unable to communicate with their doctors. After one or two meetings, I realized I needed to help these women. I started volunteering with outreach work then began working part-time until I got the opportunity to be a Survivor Patient Navigator. I loved the work and it is still one of my favorite parts of my job. I am so happy and proud to have grown from a support group member to where I am today and have my story as a Survivor, Patient Advocate, Support Group Facilitator,
and Survivor Patient Navigator as an influence for all the LatinaSHARE program participants and LatinaSHARE Ambassadors who have also emerged as leaders from their support groups.”

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“During my many years at women’s cancer nonprofits, I have had the opportunity to collaborate and work with several SHARE staff members on both breast and ovarian cancer programs. I have always been very impressed by the scope of SHARE’s many programs and the tremendous impact they’ve had in the community. I’m very excited to be joining the SHARE team to coordinate the new Uterine/Endometrial Cancer Program which will provide support and information for women impacted by this disease and enhance the wonderful services that SHARE already provides.”

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