Staff

At the American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association (AOPA), our staff is dedicated to advancing the O&P profession and supporting the members we serve every day. From advocacy and policy work to education, events, communications, and member services, our team works together to ensure O&P professionals have the tools, resources, and representation they need to thrive.

We’re passionate about strengthening the O&P community—whether that means driving legislative wins, creating high-quality educational opportunities, connecting members through events like the National Assembly, or ensuring patients have access to the life-changing care they deserve.

Here, you’ll find the names, roles, and contact information of the people behind AOPA’s mission. We invite you to connect with us—we’re here to help you, your business, and the O&P profession succeed.

Teri Kuffel, JD

Executive Director
(571) 431-0807

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Whether it’s a quick ask or a complex challenge, the AOPA team is ready to support you. Let us know how we can assist—and we’ll be in touch soon.

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Devon Bernard

Assistant Director of Coding and Reimbursement Services, Education, and Programming
(571) 431-0854
dbernard@AOPAnet.org

Morgan Fabber, MPH

Manager of State and Federal Advocacy
(571) 431-0814
mfabber@AOPAnet.org

Jules Gohng

Meetings and Education Coordinator
(571) 431-0843
jgohng@AOPAnet.org

Joy Klapp

Director of Communications and Membership
(571) 431-0817
jklapp@AOPAnet.org

Betty Leppin

Senior Manager of Member Services
(571) 431-0810
bleppin@AOPAnet.org

Joe McTernan

Director of Health Policy and Advocacy
(571) 431-0811
jmcternan@AOPAnet.org

Madison McTernan

Membership and Communications Coordinator
(571) 431-0835
mmcternan@AOPAnet.org

Kelly O’Neill, CEM

Assistant Director, Meetings and Exhibitions
(571) 431-0852
kelly.oneill@AOPAnet.org

Ashley Vande Bunte, CMP

Director of Meetings and Education
(571) 431-0860
avandebunte@AOPAnet.org

Ashlie White, MSHLS, MA

Senior Director of External Affairs
571/431-0836
awhite@AOPAnet.org

Akilah Williams, MBA, SHRM-CP

Director of Finance & Strategic Operations
(571) 431-0819
awilliams@AOPAnet.org

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