The Meridian Team

Meridian staff is made up of professionals and paraprofessionals who were selected for their skill and compassion. Our clinical teams represent a broad spectrum of expertise in the treatment of mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and ensuring that treatment for these disorders is integrated with care for other health concerns and social issues.

Our leadership team includes highly experienced professionals in healthcare administration and management and are responsible for Meridian’s North Central Florida service area with over 800 employees. Our team is passionate, professional and inspiring.

Leadership Team

Lauren Cohn President & CEO
Ashley Brooks Chief Operating Officer
Richard Anderson Senior Vice President, Chief Clinical Officer
Alan Paulin Senior Vice President / Clinical & Community Services
Annmarie Attaway SVP / CFO
Melisa Urrutia SR VP/Chief Information Officer

Board of Directors

Jeff Feller Chairperson
Christina Seifert Immediate Past Chairperson
Robert Milner Vice President
Stephanie McClendon Secretary
Jason Cason Board Member
Kindall Crummey Board Member
Patricia Knight Board Member
Amanda Manske Board Member
Irma Phillips-Maxwell Board Member
Becky Sharpe Board Member
Stuart Wegener Board Member
Jon Cherry Board Member
Paul Metts Emeritus