Hi! My name is Blake Parker. I’m the Director of Operations for MTS Kids (SC) and KidSpeak (NC). I currently live in Charlotte, NC, but I spent most of my life in the Upstate of South Carolina.
After a decade in finance and operations leadership, I wanted to use my background not only to support an organization’s success but also to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those around me. That passion led me to this incredible organization, where I believe I can do both.
Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, cars (buying, selling, and attending car shows), and spending time with friends and family. I'm excited to be part of MTS Kids and KidSpeak!
Makenna is an ASHA certified and NC licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Makenna is a West Virginia Native but moved to Charlotte in July 2022. She holds a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from West Virginia University and a Masters of Science in Speech Language Pathology from Marshall University. Makenna has served a variety of ages from 18 months to adolescence in various settings but she’s most passionate about pediatric therapy and early language development. She has treated a variety of speech, feeding, oral motor, phonological, and language disorders. She enjoys creating functional and engaging therapy sessions for her pediatric clients.
When you can’t find Makenna at the office, you can find her exploring NC and local coffee shops, traveling, walking her puppy, Piper, or boating with friends and family.
Maureen is an Occupational Therapist originally from Long Island, NY who recently moved to Charlotte with her husband. Maureen is licensed and registered in both New York and North Carolina, and got her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Stony Brook University. She has experience working with children from birth-25 years old with a variety of disorders and diagnoses including autism, sensory processing disorders, cerebral palsy, and various congenital and genetic disorders. Maureen has a passion for working in pediatrics and greatly values the relationships she builds with both her clients and their families. She is committed to providing a high standard of care while conducting treatment sessions as individual as her clients are!
While not at work, you can find Maureen reading a book, trying a new exercise class, or exploring her new home of Charlotte. She is so excited to get to know all the wonderful clients of KidSpeak!
While not at work, you can find Maureen reading a book, trying a new exercise class, or exploring her new home of Charlotte. She is so excited to get to know all the wonderful clients of KidSpeak!
