Meet our new Board Members

As a nonprofit organization, our operations heavily rely on the invaluable support of volunteers. Among these dedicated individuals, our Board of Directors stands out as some of our most committed supporters. Comprising individuals passionate about our organization's mission, our board members generously offer their time and expertise to provide strategic direction and oversight.

Their responsibilities extend to ensuring the financial stability of our organization, endorsing policies, and defining our overall strategic trajectory. We are excited to announce the addition of five new members to our esteemed board. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will undoubtedly enrich our board discussions and further strengthen our ability to fulfill our mission.

Myranda Annakin

Co-Founder and Media Relations Lead, Porch Light PR

Myranda Annakin leads media relations at Porch Light PR, bringing more than a decade of experience in television journalism to her work with clients.

A graduate of Indiana University with a degree in journalism, Myranda spent 13 years at WXIN-TV (Fox59), where she managed day-to-day editorial operations and led special projects, including coverage of the Super Bowl XLVI, the Indianapolis 500, and major elections.

Since co-founding Porch Light PR in 2013, Myranda has helped drive successful public-relations campaigns for nonprofit and private-sector clients alike. Her work includes the White River Vision Plan, Count Me INdy, and guiding the rapid growth of Joella’s Hot Chicken, now the largest hot-chicken brand in the U.S.

Outside of work, Myranda and her husband can usually be found cheering on their three kids at soccer, baseball, basketball, or football games on the north side of Indianapolis.

Jonathan Scott

Head of Brand and Digital, Roche Diagnostics

Jonathan Scott is the Head of Brand and Digital at Roche Diagnostics. Previously, he served as a digital leader in Corporate Affairs and Communications at Eli Lilly and Company, where he also chaired the Lilly Pride employee resource group for two and a half years. Earlier in his career, Jonathan originated the role of Digital Media Manager at Indianapolis Monthly magazine.

With over 20 years of experience, Jonathan brings deep expertise in digital media, DEI leadership, and executive-level marketing, communications, journalism, and publishing.

Jonathan currently serves on the Damien Center Board of Directors, where he chairs the Marketing and Development Committee and contributes to the HR Taskforce. Inspired by the continued need for innovative healthcare solutions—and with many loved ones impacted by HIV—he is proud to support Damien Center’s mission.

A longtime community advocate, Jonathan served as President and Tournament Director of IndyTennis, Indianapolis’s nonprofit LGBTQ tennis organization, from 2012–2013, leading the group in raising nearly $10,000 for the Indiana AIDS Fund. He served on the IndyTennis Board from 2009–2015.

A graduate of Ball State University, Jonathan holds a degree in journalism with additional studies in sociology, political science, and communication. He currently serves on the Ball State Alumni Council, its Executive Committee, and chairs the Alumni Outreach Committee. His previous board service includes EntouRaj for Kids and the Indianapolis Press Club Foundation.

In 2020, Jonathan was named Business Leader of the Year by the **Indianapolis Rainbow Chamber