About Brilora Fertility Foundation®

Andrew Bishop

VP of Procurement at DraftKings, Inc.

Andrew Bishop serves as Vice President of Procurement at DraftKings, where he leads strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives. Alongside his wife, Lauren, Andrew’s personal fertility journey inspired a passion for helping other families access the care and support they need. Together, they created the Mighty Mac Grant, named in honor of their son, Mac. Through the generosity of their family, friends, and community, they raise funds each year to provide financial assistance to individuals and couples pursuing fertility treatment. As a member of Brilora Fertility Foundation’s Impact Council, Andrew is proud to support the Foundation’s mission of expanding access to fertility care and resources.

Dr. Brad Miller

Founder & Medical Director at RMA of Michigan

Dr. Brad Miller is the Founder and Medical Director of RMA of Michigan and a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist. With decades of experience in fertility care, Dr. Miller has helped thousands of patients grow their families and has contributed extensively to the field through research, clinical leadership, and community service. He is the author of more than twenty scientific publications and remains committed to improving IVF outcomes while minimizing risk for patients. Outside of his practice, Dr. Miller volunteers monthly at the Gary Burnstein Community Health Clinic, providing care to uninsured and underinsured individuals and families in the community.

Stephanie Caballero

CEO & Founder Of The Surrogacy Law Center

Stephanie M. Caballero is the founder of The Surrogacy Law Center, a globally recognized firm representing thousands of clients in assisted reproductive arrangements. She has appeared on various programs and in print media, including The Today Show, Access Hollywood, HuffPost Live, ABC News, Fox 5 San Diego, BBC Mundo, The Daily Beast, and In Touch Magazine. Drawing deeply from her personal experience as a mother through surrogacy, Stephanie launched two essential resources to guide individuals through the complex world of assisted reproductive technology (ART) and law. The IVF Parent podcast features in- depth, compassionate interviews with vetted industry professionals and experts to guide others through the emotional and logistical challenges of fertility. Complementing this is the Repro Law Roundup, a monthly webinar offering timely, clear, and practical legal updates on surrogacy, parentage, and all forms of donation. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys, the International Association of Lawyers, and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine, where she has served on the board of its Legal Professional Group. Her firm is licensed in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Michigan, Texas, and Washington State, and has staff who speak Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, and Mandarin.

Deborah Warshauer

Founder Of Woodland Hills Acupuncture

Debbie Hitzel

Co-Founder & Event Coordinator at Impact Auctions

Debbie Hitzel is the co-founder of Impact Auctions, a nationally recognized fundraising auctioneer team dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations maximize their fundraising success. Alongside her husband, Ron, Debbie has spent more than two decades partnering with charities, event planners, and community leaders to create engaging, high-energy galas that inspire generosity and deliver exceptional results. Known for her passion for serving others, Debbie brings creativity, strategic event planning, and a genuine love for people to every event. She believes that successful fundraising is built on strong relationships, thoughtful planning, and creating memorable experiences that connect donors to a mission. Beyond her work, Debbie enjoys spending time with family which does include 7 grandbabies, caring for her koi pond, traveling, and finding new ways to make a positive impact in her community. Her mission is simple: help nonprofits raise more money so they can change more lives. Debbie grew up in Iowa and was raised on a family farm. Playing a lot of sports helped gel her to become a teacher and a coach for over 27 years in Iowa and Florida! Her husband Ron and her now reside outside of Charlotte in a little town call Waxhaw!

Marla Tellez

News Anchor at FOX 11 Los Angeles

Marla Tellez is an award-winning news anchor based in Los Angeles with more than two decades of experience in television journalism. A California native, her career has spanned writing, producing, and anchoring across the state, earning her numerous accolades including an Emmy, a Golden Mike, and the 2023 LA Press Club "Anchor/Host of the Year." Marla holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Sonoma State University, graduating magna cum laude. Having personally navigated her own IVF journey, she is deeply committed to Brilora's mission and is honored to leverage her platform and personal experience to support, advocate for, and empower others on their paths to parenthood.

Anya Bloore

Executive Vice President at CBRE

Anya Ostry is a senior leader within CBRE's Global Occupier Advisory hub team, based across Dallas, Newport Beach, and Atlanta. With 15 years of experience, she specializes in strategic real estate solutions for Fortune 500 clients — combining occupancy strategy with complex lease and asset disposition negotiations across U.S. and global markets. A 2025 Connect CRE National Top Broker Award winner and finalist for the Top 50 Women Leaders in Real Estate by Women We Admire, Anya holds the Master of Corporate Real Estate (MCR) designation from CoreNet Global. She serves on multiple boards including CoreNet Global, the Alcott Center for Mental Health, and Chapman University's Alexander E. Hayden School of Real Estate. Anya and her husband Jackson co-founded the Born Strong x the Bloore Family Grant through the Brilora Fertility Foundation, supporting families navigating the costs of fertility treatments. She splits her time between Dallas, Texas, and Orange County, California.

Sam Hyde

President & Owner of Circle Surrogacy

Sam is co-founder of Northstar Fertility Partners, and current President of its largest portfolio company, Circle Surrogacy. He originally acquired the business with his business partner Steuart Botchford. Prior to Circle, Sam spent four years in management consulting at McKinsey and Deloitte. He holds an MBA from Michigan Ross and a BA from Michigan State. He lives in Michigan with his wife and three children.

Jennifer Bracco

Marketing Director at fertility & surgical Associates of CA

Jennifer Bracco is a marketing and healthcare professional with experience in physician relations, pharmaceutical sales, and practice development. She currently serves as the Director of Marketing and Physician Liaison at Fertility and Surgical Associates of California (FSAC), where she focuses on expanding referral networks, increasing patient volume, and strengthening relationships with physicians and healthcare providers. Jennifer has a proven track record of supporting the successful launch and promotion of new physicians while driving strategic growth initiatives.

Charla Grim

Community and Brand Relations Director

Charla Grim is the Community + Brand Relations Director at Brilora Fertility Foundation, where she leads storytelling, partnerships, and brand strategy to advance Brilora's mission of supporting families through fertility. After an eight-year journey through infertility, which included the stillbirth of her son, Emmet, at 38 weeks, Charla found purpose in advocacy, awareness, and building a compassionate community for others navigating the same path. Married to her high school sweetheart, Nick, Charla is a proud mom of three, Mason, Garrison, and Emmett, who continues to inspire her work and purpose every day.

Dr. Amanda Dudley

National Ambassador

Amanda is a Physical Therapist committed to serving underserved communities. Raised in Atlanta and now residing in Los Angeles, she holds a bachelor's degree from Georgia State University, where she pledged Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., an organization centered on service to all mankind. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Hampton University, where she met her husband. After nearly two years of battling infertility and undergoing IVF, Amanda welcomed her baby boy in 2025. Having personally experienced the emotional, physical, and financial toll of infertility, she is passionate about fostering a supportive community, providing resources, and helping others navigate their own paths. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, exploring new cuisines, and exercising.

Lisa Choike

Michigan Ambassador

Lisa lives in Shelby Township with her husband, Erik and daughter Kennedy. They are fortunate enough to have had Kennedy thanks to donor eggs through RMA of Michigan. Lisa enjoys traveling, hiking, running, and time spent with family. She studied Wellness, Health Promotion, and Injury Prevention at Oakland University. This gave way to becoming a fitness coordinator at a senior living facility. Currently Lisa is a full-time Mom and is thrilled to be a part of Chosen and helping others.

Kyra Stevens

California Ambassador

Kyra Stevens is a Los Angeles native and digital media specialist of 8 years. She has worked in partnership with Kelly Stafford and family for years, facilitating visibility for women's reproductive health across platforms as part of the ethos of The Morning After Media. A big proponent of proactive care, Kyra has taken initiative in her own fertility journey, even though she is years away from having kids of her own. She believes everyone should be informed and empowered to make the best decisions for their own reproductive success and that investing in this space is beneficial to us all, whether or not we can identify with infertility struggles.

Debbie and Ron Hitzel

Auctioneers

Debbie and Ron Hitzel, Impact Auctions, are a husband and wife team that have been in the fundraising business for over 20 years raising money for charitable causes close to their hearts. Our Auctioneer is a former US Navy Nuclear Submariner and has upgraded electrical power plants around the world and has his masters degree in business management. Ron speaks several languages after working in over 56 countries and thus brings his world travels to the stage! Debbie is a former teacher of almost 30 years and now enjoys helping all fundraising events. Impact Auctions is located in North Carolina and Florida and is a Licensed Charity Auctioneer full service brand that is a vital part to the Brilora organization.