Meet The Team
Campaign Development Director
Joelle Kluck
Joelle, an Ohio native, comes to Blood Cancer United with a long and established history working with non-profits. She most recently worked for Scouting America, and is thrilled for her second SVOY campaign!
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Fun Face: Joelle is a classically trained vocalist!
Campaign Development Manager
Mira Patel
Mira is a graduate of Mercer University, where she participated in many fundraising and philanthropy causes. Mira started with Blood Cancer United in 2024 and managed our 2025 runners-up!
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Fun Fact: Mira has swam with sharks!
Campaign Development Specialist
Sofia Gonzalo
Sofia's journey with Blood Cancer United started over 20 years ago when her brother survived lymphoma. After graduating from Fordham University and interning with Blood Cancer United, she joined Blood Cancer United full-time in 2022!
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Fun Fact: Sofia has seen Taylor Swift in concert 5 times!
Georgia-South Carolina Executive Director
Bryan Landry
Bryan came to Blood Cancer United in 2025 after over 30 years in fundraising development. With experience in both academic and non-profit settings, Bryan has a longstanding passion for serving others.
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Fun Fact: Bryan loves to travel and recently visited Spain and Portugal!
Georgia-South Carolina Deputy Executive Director
Mary Kate Abel
Mary Kate came to Blood Cancer United over 9 years ago, inspired by her close connections to blood cancer patients. As the former director of Student Visionaries, Mary Kate led her campaigns to raise over $6 million in 3 years!
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Fun Fact: Mary Kate loves Disney World and goes at least once a year!
Georgia-South Carolina Advancement Director
Sue Aldana
With over 40 years of experience, Sue has raised millions of dollars for non-profits. She has served as the Regional Advancement Director since joining Blood Cancer United in 2021.
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Fun Fact: Sue is originally from England!