FACT Oregon Board

Margaret is a compliance executive with Possible. She has over 20 years of experience in financial institution compliance, risk management, and fair and responsible banking.

Margaret and her husband have a child with a disability and are passionate about supporting families navigating disability. She enjoys reading, hiking, and raising grass-fed beef on their small farm.

Julie is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Officer and formerly served as Chair for the Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities. A parent to two children with disabilities, Julie is a dedicated advocate for families navigating special education and disability services. She is passionate about creating welcoming environments and organizing inclusive activities for her children and their friends.

Emily Braman is Executive Director at The Arc Oregon and a dedicated parent of two adopted children with disabilities. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is committed to helping families navigate the complexities of raising children with IDD, and understand Supported Decision Making and alternatives to guardianship.

Karen McKenney is a former FACT Oregon staff member and committed advocate and parent to her adult son with a developmental disability. She also serves on the board at Self Determination Resources Inc. Karen aims to leverage her extensive background to support FACT Oregon’s mission and vision.

Alexa Stuart is a retired project manager with degrees from Portland Community College, University of Northern Colorado, and the American University of Paris. She and her husband have two sons, one of whom has a disability. Alexa enjoys family time, exploring the outdoors, and global travel.

Paul is a training and development professional with a strong background developing training programs for providers serving vulnerable healthcare populations.

He is an Instructional Designer at Rise Partnership, working to design, build, enhance, and scale curriculum for in‑home care providers, long‑term care workers, and public employees. A native Oregonian, he is a graduate of Portland State University. 

As the parent of a high-schooler with a disability, Paul is an advocate for disability rights and produces education seminars that help health care professionals navigate complex physical and behavioral health situations. He enjoys writing fiction, public speaking, and spending time with his family.

Kevin Macpherson brings experience as a former special education teacher, district administrator, and state-level consultant to his work improving outcomes for students with disabilities.

At WestEd, he supports state education agencies with strategic planning and implementation of their monitoring, accountability, and technical assistance systems. Kevin holds a Ph.D. in Special Education and lives in Beaverton with his wife and daughter. He enjoys cycling, basketball, and family hikes.

Hilary Langley is a parent, advocate, and community connector who brings deep lived experience and resourcefulness to navigating disability systems in Oregon. She is currently pursuing a degree in Human Services at Portland State University, with goals of continuing her work in family support and disability justice.

As the mother of two children with disabilities, including one with a rare genetic syndrome, Hilary has learned to creatively problem-solve across complex systems — from special education and healthcare to housing and public supports. She is passionate about helping families feel seen, supported, and equipped, especially when resources feel scarce.

Tad is an autism consultant in an Oregon school district. He is proud of his advocacy efforts in changing special education terminology in Oregon and views his role on the FACT Oregon board as an opportunity to contribute to meaningful advancements in access and opportunity. He and his wife are proud parents of two middle school-aged children—a son and a daughter who receives disability services at school. With many neurodivergent family members, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, Tad understands firsthand the importance of equipping families with the knowledge and tools to support their loved ones. He enjoys exploring Oregon’s natural beauty and engaging in community service.

Allison is a social worker in private practice who has over 20 years of experience serving children and families and a focus on early childhood. She is a parent of two sons with disabilities and is deeply committed to promoting meaningful change for families navigating disability support systems.

Allison serves on the Policy Council for Clackamas County Children's Commission and is a past board member of the National Head Start Association.