Bryan first travelled to Nepal in the Summer of 2004. Since his initial visit, he has set up Umbrella Foundation USA (affiliate of Wings of the World) primarily to direct US-based efforts in support of the Umbrella Foundation Nepal. His greatest contributions however are the frequent visits to Kathmandu to spend quality time with the children that we support. Bryan received his BS in Commerce from the University of Virginia and his MBA in International Business from the University of South Carolina. Currently employed by Liberty Mutual Group, Bryan also is actively involved in several not-for-profit organizations, including Thompson Development Center and the Shelter Harbor Conservation Society. You can contact Bryan at: bryan@umbrellausa.org

Jacqueline McPherson (Jackie)

Jackie has lived a total of 11 years in Nepal, 7 of those spent in Nepalese village working in public health and as a Peace Corps volunteer. She currently serves as Deputy Director for the Program and Technical Management Unit at Family Health International in Nepal.  The project focuses on HIV and AIDS. Jacqueline received her BS from UC Davis in Biochemistry and Master of Public Health degree from the Johns Hopkins University. Jackie can fluently speak, read and write Nepali. Before arriving to Nepal, she lived and worked 6 years in Armenia. Jackie is married with two kids, Madeline (11) and Lyle (14), and her family currently resides in Nepal. Together they have a Tibetan Mastif dog named Khumbi and six new puppies! You can contact Jackie at: jackie@umbrellausa.org

Anthony Percoco, MSPT, MAOM

Anthony is dedicated to improving the lives of others. He received his BS in 1998 and MS in 1999 in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. He continued his education at the New England School of Acupuncture completing a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is currently licensed in acupuncture, herbal pharmacology, nutritional therapy and Tui-Na massage. He is currently a part-time therapist at Lewisboro Physical Therapy and founder of Peace of Health, a holistic private practice. He is also an adjunct professor at Northeastern University. Anthony currently resides in South Salem, NY. You can contact Anthony at: anthony@umbrellausa.org