Mizzou Families Advisory Council Members
2026
Mizzou Families Advisory Council
Amy Blanton
Amy is dedicated to public education support and served on the Sikeston Public School’s Board of Education and Foundation. She is a proud mother of four Mizzou Tigers and a passionate supporter of the university community.
Susan Brewer
Founder of Susan Brewer Service First Real Estate and a leader in the revitalization of Historic Cottleville, Susan is a prominent St. Charles County business owner. She is a mom to an alumna daughter and current student at Mizzou.
Cordt Cashen
Cordt is an Operations Director for the NASA Commercial Crew Program with over two decades of federal service in leadership roles at the CIA and SpaceX. He is the proud father of a current Mizzou student.
Sue Drath
An HR professional with 30 years of experience at Energizer Holdings, Sue specializes in change management and team building. She is a dedicated Mizzou supporter and the parent of a current student.
Lesley FitzGerald
A graduate of the University of North Texas with a background in behavioral and mental health, Lesley is committed to fostering a supportive campus environment. She is the parent of three children, including two current Mizzou Tigers.
Brooke Friedman
A Mizzou alumna and healthcare marketing strategist, Brooke iks excited to create a university environment where every student and family has a true sense of belonging. She has two children attending Mizzou.
Molly Froidl
A multi-degree Mizzou alumna and career educator, Molly serves as a Foundation Coordinator for the Veterans United Foundation. As a former member of Marching Mizzou and a current Tiger parent, she is dedicated to enhancing the family experience.
C. Matthew Gadberry
Matthew is the owner of Gadberry Equipment Sales and Gadberry Properties, managing a diverse portfolio of business operations in Missouri. He is a proud Mizzou parent with a daughter currently in her freshman year.
Wendy Gardner
A Director of Product Sales at Siemens Healthineers, Wendy brings over 30 years of clinical and leadership experience to the council. She is the parent of both a Mizzou alumna and a current student.
Courtney Hunter Gilmer
A Mizzou alumna and Vanderbilt Law graduate, Courtney transitioned from a successful legal career to serve as COO of her family’s company, Castor River Habitat & Farm. She remains deeply connected to the university through her son, a current sophomore.
Tamilynn Holder
Tami is the Assistant Chief Advancement Officer at A.T. Still University and has over two decades of leadership experience in international advancement. Based in St. Louis, she is the mother of a current Mizzou sophomore.
Evelyn Holmes
A veteran reporter for ABC 7 News in Chicago and a graduate of Northwestern University, Evelyn is a prominent voice in broadcast journalism and community service.
Michael Joerling
Mike has over 25 years of experience in telecommunications engineering and a long history of supporting student programs and volunteer initiatives. He is the proud father of a freshman Tiger.
Kevin Koeppen
As a Vice Principal with nearly three decades in education, Kevin specializes in curriculum development and parent engagement. He is the proud parent of two current Mizzou students.
Dr. Julia Mayer
A Mizzou alumna and practicing pediatrician in St. Louis, Dr. Mayer has been a member of the Mizzou community for decades. With children who are graduates and current students, she is dedicated to shaping the Tiger family experience.
Dr. Billie McGraw
A public school superintendent with 23 years of experience, Dr. McGraw is a firm believer in the transformative power of education. As a first-time Mizzou parent, she values the collaboration between families and the university.
Merry “Maggie” Tucker
A practicing attorney since 1999, she serves as Senior Counsel with GuideOne Insurance and holds legal licenses in three states. She is the mother of a Mizzou sophomore.
Jill Wagner
Jill is the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at People's Bank and a Mizzou alumna with extensive experience in fiscal oversight and school board governance.
Michael Weiss (EY)
A leader at Ernst & Young (EY), Michael specializes in regulatory compliance and operations for Fortune 50 entities. He is an active member of multiple Mizzou advisory boards and various community service organizations.
Ernst & Young is a 2026 Leadership Circle Member for the Mizzou Families Advisory Council.
Join the Advisory Council
Applications for the 2027-28 Advisory Council will open in Jan. 2027.
Your leadership helps ensure that Mizzou families are not only informed, but actively engaged as partners in student success. We are grateful for your service and look forward to working with you.