Board of Directors

NBCOT is governed by a board of directors composed of Occupational Therapists Registered (OTR®), Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA®), and public members. The board is responsible for establishing the strategic vision and providing management oversight for the organization.

Vice Chairperson
Brittany Curtis
OTD, OTR/L

Secretary/Treasurer
Rae Ann Smith
OTD, OTR/L

Public Member
Jillian Boerstler
MPA, MA, DBioethics, HEC-C

Board Member
Mashelle Painter
MEd, COTA/L

Board Member
Phillip Salvador
M.Ed., OTR/L

Board Member
Jacqueline Ward
Dr.OT, OTR/L

Board Elections

Keep an eye out for our announcement in early 2025 seeking candidates for an OTR and a COTA position on our board of directors.