Jim Ebert
Founder
Jim has been in the Recording world for 35 years. He has worked with a wide range of musicians, from Meredith Brooks, Madonna, Butch Walker, All Time Low to George Benson.
In 2001, Jim was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. After surviving the diagnosis, Jim started Cancer Can Rock to try and give a bit of hope and enjoyment to musicians fighting Cancer.
Now with over 2 decades of survival, jim is firmly dedicated to Cancer Can Rock’s mission and results.
Rich Forsen
President
Rich came to Cancer Can Rock first as a consumer of great music at a benefit concert, then as a corporate sponsor through his company, Network Depot.
His sister, Rachel, succumbed to a long and courageous bout with cancer at age 38, and he had been looking for a way to combat cancer in a meaningful fashion.
Cancer Can Rock provides that avenue for application of business experience, devotion, and love of music.
Jeff Brasfield
Treasurer
Having spent his formative years as a touring singer, guitarist and songwriter, Jeff Brasfield grew up with music in his soul. In a burgeoning music scene, Jim Ebert produced his first CD and provided a mentor/stabilizing role in Jeff’s development as a recording artist. After spending two decades as an accountant, Jeff started his own small bookkeeping company and wanted a chance to “give back” to the musical community that had given him so much inspiration as a young adult. Noting that “There are so many great organizations that allocate resources towards cancer research, and so few that give cancer victims and survivors a legacy to remember” Jeff welcomed the opportunity to become Treasurer of Cancer Can Rock, an organization that he had followed and supported for years. Jeff brings 25 years of tax, audit and accounting experience to Cancer Can Rock, with a focus on budgeting, planning and financial guidance for the organization.
Mara Bauserman
Secretary
Mara brings with her 20 years of expereince in marketing, sales, business development, leadership, and business management. Her professional passion is working one-on-one with clients and leaders to help "achieve their vision in aligning organizational values and mission to achieve growth." She founded Blue Umbrella Marketing, serving Northern VA and the Eastern Panhandle of WV. With her expertise, Mara provides direction in Cancer Can Rock's marketing, donor relations, and event management.
Katie Daryl
Creative Director of development
Katie Daryl is a dynamic team leader and television executive. With 20+ years experience working for Mark Cuban, Katie Daryl has successfully managed AXS TV’s network programming including live and studio productions, original development, talent & brand partnerships, promotions, podcasts and social media content. Also known for her quick wit, humor and insightful rockstar interviews, Katie Daryl shines as a TV host and network communication expert. Katie Daryl’s career spans from VP of Programming & Development at AXS TV to hosting and voice over at MTV, REELZ, VH1, and TMZ. Her charm and multi-skilled expertise makes Katie Daryl a standout professional in today’s ever changing entertainment world. Along with her infectious energy, Katie provides creative direction for Cancer Can Rock's fundraising, partnerships, and Featured Artist interviews.
Dirk Wooten
Executive Director
Dirk joined the team in April of 2024 as Cancer Can Rock's first Executive Director. He has over 15 years of leadership experience in organizations ranging from the US Navy to nonprofits to hospitals. Explaining his passion for this work, Dirk says, “I’ve sat at the bedside with many people in the hospital – to include my grandmother – who have shared meaningful, heartfelt stories of how creative expression was helping them through their cancer treatments. I do this work to honor these past teachers in my life while supporting musicians living with aggressive cancers.” Together, with the Board, he is striving to expand Cancer Can Rock's mission into music-centric cities throughout the US.
Honorary Board Members
Mary-Louise Parker
Honorary Board Member
Butch Walker
Honorary Board Member
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