Board of Directors

Patricia Regan | President

Patricia is an 12-year breast cancer survivor who is deeply committed to giving back to the community that supported her throughout her journey. With over a decade of program management experience, she has led and contributed to numerous breast cancer awareness and fundraising initiatives. Her involvement includes serving as the Event Chair for Nashua’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and actively participating in a wide range of local events that support survivors and their families.

Kathy Hesseltine | Treasurer

Kathy has more than 20 years of experience in product management, business operations, and financial leadership, along with an MBA and the perspective of a small business owner providing small business accounting and bookkeeping services. In addition to her professional background, Kathy has served in a variety of community leadership roles, including local youth sports organizations and school boards, where she supported budgeting, planning, and volunteer operations. A cancer survivor and advocate, Kathy is personally committed to reducing barriers to care and improving access to supportive health services.

Connie Bonaccorsi

Connie is a survivor of DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) since 2008 and had a bilateral mastectomy due to her family history. She has three sisters who are also survivors of their own breast cancer journeys. She was a volunteer for the Merrimack School District for many years. Before retiring, Connie worked at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in the hospital Scheduling Department for over 25 years. She lives with her husband in Merrimack, and they have two daughters and two beautiful grandchildren. 

Julie Rose

I am a NH resident and married my high school sweetheart 43 yrs ago. I bring personal and over 43 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry focusing in microbiology. I understand the science behind cancer. As a two-time breast cancer I know first-hand how important accessible healthcare products can be, which made me want to become part of this organization.

Amy Patenaude

Amy is a 2-year breast cancer survivor and passionate about sharing her journey and resources, to support others during their journeys. She was introduced to NEMFC during her own journey and believes that all those that walk this path should have access to the amazing support and care that she received. She brings decades of project management and volunteer experience to support fundraising and increase awareness particularly to the Vermont breast cancer community. Her volunteer experience spans from teen years serving on church boards and fundraising committees through adulthood on PTO’s, Rotary club, event committees, and participating in local events to support breast cancer awareness. 

Robin L’Homme

Robin is a longtime resident of Merrimack, and brings over 35 years of experience in the accounting profession. With a career spanning roles from Corporate Controller to CFO in the property management sector, she offers invaluable financial expertise. Robin currently serves as Treasurer for the Mary Sweeney Home in Nashua. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys gardening and traveling.

Ann Conway

Ann Conway

Ann is a clinical social worker who is about to retire. She and her husband live in Hollis, NH and she has worked in mental health at several locations over the past 40 years. She is a two-time survivor of DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) and had two lumpectomies. She served on the Board of Symphony NH and Collaborative Divorce NH recently and on several other boards over the years. Ann and her husband have three adult children and five grandchildren. She spends summers on Cuttyhunk Island, between the southern MA coast and Martha’s Vineyard.
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