Would you consider partnering with us so that we can continue to meet needs of people who will otherwise not receive the health care they desperately need?

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Taylor. PA

B.S. and M.A. Grace College; P.A., Medical University of South Carolina

I have served as a medical missionary since 1989. I am a PA in primary care, I am also a co-founder of Three Strands.

I love working with Three Strands because we empower national workers to provide competent, compassionate, and Christ focused healthcare. I love working with our US based staff and volunteers

Board Member

Ben Wagner

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and certified EMT

Since 2004, I have worked for the National Park Service at Antietam National Battlefield. I am currently the Park’s Facility Manager overseeing operations, maintenance, historic preservation, and construction. I am also a collateral duty EMT.

I see Three Strands healing people with physical afflictions for the glory of God. Most importantly, I see God working through Three Strands to raise people from spiritual death to life – I want to be a part of that!

In addition to serving on the board, I help manage the operation in Haiti, including the nutrition program.

Board Member, Database Manager

Pastor Doug Courter

Th.M. in Biblical Counseling, Grace Theological Seminary.

In my career, I have served as both Associate and Lead Paster in several churches. I also teach IT at the university level.

I appreciate Three Strands’ commitment to being Christ-Centered and providing competent, compassionate care. Along with serving on the board, I also manage the Three Strands’ database.

Board Member

Luke Humberd

Partner at Agentis Plumbing and Construction

I work as the COO, developing and implementing business technology for the service industry. I come from a corporate background at Flexential focusing on cloud computing solutions.

I am privileged to be a part of Three Strands mission to provide Christ-centered care to those in spiritual and physical need. I am thankful to be a part of empowering the local people of Haiti and Africa in adopting new technologies and processes to better care for the people they are serving in hope for Christ to be known everywhere.

Board Member

Dr. Babak Iranmanesh

M.D. Ross University School of Medicine

I’m a family physician in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

In addition to serving on the board, I’m the director of Three Strands Haiti ministry. What I love about Three Strands is that our primary focus is to share the love of Jesus with people of Haiti and CAR as we care for their medical needs.

Board Member

Dr. Sean Cannone

Graduate of University of Akron, and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Board certified in family medicine and am a certified Medical Director.

I began in private geriatric medicine practice in 2001. University Hospitals (Cleveland, OH): System Medical Director, Population Health Evolution Health: SVP & Executive Medical Director for Population Health Trident USA Health Services: CMO MPAC Healthcare: CMO Optum (United Healthcare): Ohio Medical Director.

I believe in the mission/vision of the organization to serve those in need, seeking to relieve physical and spiritual suffering in a way that is compassionate, competent, and Christ-centered. I have seen the work first hand and have seen the amazing work that the people of CAR are capable of doing with the right training, resources and support. I have traveled to CAR a couple of times to see the impact of the Three Strands’ investment there and feel that I can best serve the mission of Three Strands by 1) praying for and encouraging the leadership of Three Strands and our partners in CAR and Haiti, 2) providing advisory support and help in vision-casting for the future of Three Strands, 3) messaging the work of Three Strands in hope of expanding our support network and our impact in the world for Christ.

I am so appreciative for the investment that Mike & Myra have made in my life and the lives of my wife and children. They have cared for us, prayed for us, encouraged us, and given me an amazing and unique opportunity to be a part of the Three Strands’ mission. I hope I can continue to give back in a way that helps to advance this mission, encourage our partners around the world, and connect my family to the work that Christ is doing in CAR and Haiti.

Board Member

Laura Rupert, PA

Graduate of University of Dayton, Respiratory therapy and Health Science

I started my PA career at Sinai-Grace Hospital in Detroit, Michigan working as a hospitalist orthopedic PA. I then transitioned to general outpatient orthopedics in Adrian, Michigan. I currently am a PA in a specialty orthopedic foot & ankle group in Columbus, Ohio. I’ve had the joy and privilege of going on several Three Strands trips to Haiti. Having seen first hand the physical and spiritual blessing that Three Strands brings to those in desperate need, it is vital that this organization remain sustainable. I believe in the God-centered mission of Three Strands, and the professional, effective way that it is structured. I believe that through this organization, long-lasting, God-fearing change will be made in the hearts of people in the C.A.R. and Haiti. In addition to serving on the Board of Directors, and am involved in the prayer support of our organization, and our Young Scholars program.

Board Member

Ben Haab

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Grace College & a Masters of Business Administration from Taylor University. In my career of 15+ years in Accounting, I started with a national accounting firm, continuing with 9 years of progressive financial roles at Fortune 500 companies, and currently Controller/Head of Finance of local company with Christ focused values.

After living in Central America and participating in short term mission trips I’m excited to work with Three Strands and look forward to giving back through this organization.

Board Member

Beth Zickefoose

Graduate of University of Dayton, Respiratory therapy and Health Science.

I am a retired professor of Respiratory Therapy with 40 years in adult critical care and now serve the pediatric community. I see their desire to serve the people of Haiti and to bring them into a knowledge of who Jesus Christ is. Meeting their physical needs is one small way to be the hands and feet of Christ. While their needs are vast, their only hope is found in Him.

Assistant Director

Jordan Damon

I am honored to be a part of this team. What greater way to introduce people to Christ than to care for their physical needs! My wife (Amanda) and I have served in ministry our entire adult lives and we don’t see that changing. From serving on the mission field in Haiti for 3 years, to taking a Family Pastor role at a local Church in Columbus, and now joining the Three Strands team we are excited for the road ahead.

Our hearts have been burdened by the injustices and turmoil found in Haiti and CAR, while at the same time hopeful because we see God at work through our national leaders. I have been captivated by a quote that has challenged me daily, may it also challenge you.

“If not now, then when? If not you then who?” Would you join our team in making a difference?

Donor Relations

Melinda Woda, RN

B.S. in Behavioral Science and R.N. Degrees from Grace College

I have served in Critical Care Nursing as a Labor and Delivery Nurse, and a Associate Nursing Instructor.

I love that Three Strands delivers healthcare in difficult places to the most underserved people on earth. After serving on the board and participating on medical trips for several years, I now work as a volunteer on the creative committee as a fund-raiser.

Social Media

Brenda Artrip

B.A. Mount Vernon Nazarene University

I’m a former life insurance compliance manager and development director. Currently I use my small photography business to raise money for mission work. I am also a full-time volunteer.

Some of the sweetest people I know live in the Central African Republic. I’m thankful to support an organization that serves their health and spiritual needs.

Board Member, Database Manager

Pastor Doug Courter

Th.M. in Biblical Counseling, Grace Theological Seminary.

In my career, I have served as both Associate and Lead Paster in several churches. I also teach IT at the university level.

I appreciate Three Strands’ commitment to being Christ-Centered and providing competent, compassionate care. Along with serving on the board, I also manage the Three Strands’ database.

Donor Communication

Leah Jobson, PA

B.S. Psychology, University of Georgia; M.S. Physician Assistant, Medical College of Georgia

Internal Medicine Physician Assistant

I am honored to volunteer for an organization that is focused on loving others with ongoing and wholistic Christ-centered medical care. I enjoy communicating with our generous donors.

Donor Relations

Myra Taylor

B.S. Nursing

I have had a diverse career including nursing in a hospital context, cleaning crew member at a local college; stay at home mom and now nana!

I love the people in CAR and Haiti and want to be a part of showing the love of Jesus through physical and spiritual care.

Three Strands is doing incredible work through our national colleagues as they minister to their own people, providing good, competent care with compassion, gentleness, and kindness. I am honored to be a part of that work.

Graphic Design

Molly Tanner

Graduate, Columbus College of Art and Design

Graphic Designer and owner, Sweet Hammer Press

I serve on the Three Strands’ creative team as graphic designer. I love that I can make a difference by using my gifts and talents to visually tell the story of Three Strands.

Accounts Manager

Arica Edwards

B.S. in Accounting and Business Administration, Sr Financial Analyst at DePuy Synthes since 2002.

Working with Three Strands, I use my skills in accounting and finance in a way to make an impact for the Kingdom in other parts of the world beyond my physical reach.