The Hearts Behind Our Mission

The Hearts Behind Our Mission

The Compass to Care staff, Board of Directors, and Associate Board are united by one mission: ensuring every child with cancer can reach life-saving treatment. Together, we’re dedicated to providing families with the travel resources and compassionate support they need so no child ever misses a trip to care.

Jimmy Topping

Position: President of the Associate Board
Email: jimmy.topping@outlook.com
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Jimmy Topping is currently Vice President of Equity Research Advisors Asset Management, Inc. He has been a Member of the Compass to Care Associate Board since 2022.

Jimmy Topping

President of the Associate Board

Jimmy Topping is currently Vice President of Equity Research Advisors...

Cameron Steppe

Position: Vice President of the Associate Board
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board
Cameron Steppe (Cami) is a Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte, specializing in change management, organization design, and supporting clients through challenges that affect their people. Cami first worked with Compass when she was a senior at Northwestern, leading the fundraising efforts for Dance Marathon and working closely with Michelle as Compass to Care was the primary beneficiary. She is passionate about giving back to the community and especially helping low income families access the best possible cancer treatment.

Cameron Steppe

Vice President of the Associate Board

Cameron Steppe (Cami) is a Human Capital Consultant at Deloitte,...

Peter Moreno

Position: Associate Board Treasurer
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Peter Moreno is currently a Commercial RM – Middle Market Banking at CIBC.  He has been a Member of the Compass to Care Associate Board since 2017 and currently serves as Associate Board Treasurer.

Peter Moreno

Associate Board Treasurer

Peter Moreno is currently a Commercial RM – Middle Market...

Adrian Abonce

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Adrian Abonce is currently a Managing Director at CIBC.  He has been a Member of the Compass to Care Associate Board since 2018 and currently serves as the President of the Associate Board.

Adrian Abonce

Associate Board Member

Adrian Abonce is currently a Managing Director at CIBC.  He...

Kerry Cusick

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Kerry Cusick currently serves as the Senior Manager of Talent & Development at Echo Global Logistics, where she gets to use her passion helping employees reach their fullest potential and perform at their best. Prior to joining the Associate Board, Kerry spent over a year attending Compass to Care events and supporting the organization through donations and outreach. She is inspired by Compass to Care’s mission to remove barriers for children with cancer and is excited to contribute her energy and creativity to the Associate Board.

Kerry Cusick

Associate Board Member

Kerry Cusick currently serves as the Senior Manager of Talent...

Mitchell Forbes

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Mitchell Forbes is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry. Mitchell graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison with a background in Conservation Biology, Environmental Studies, and Leadership. He has a passion for helping others and improving the health of his community. Mitchell joined Compass to Care in 2025 and brings a unique and empathetic perspective with his background in healthcare.

Mitchell Forbes

Associate Board Member

Mitchell Forbes is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry....

Meelah Harkness

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board
Meelah Harkness recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a B.A. in Communications and minors in Marketing and Studio Art. Originally from California, she now calls Chicago home as she pursues a career in marketing. Meelah has previously contributed to Compass to Care by writing monthly child profile newsletters and is excited to continue her involvement as a member of the Associate Board, bringing her passion for helping others and her marketing expertise to the organization.

Meelah Harkness

Associate Board Member

Meelah Harkness recently graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a B.A....

Mike Silverman

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

Mike Silverman is currently a Senior Accounting Manager at Echo Global Logistics.  He has been a Member of the Compass to Care Associate Board since 2020 and currently serves as Associate Board Vice President.

Mike Silverman

Associate Board Member

Mike Silverman is currently a Senior Accounting Manager at Echo...

Alexa Torman

Position: Associate Board Member
Categories: Compass To Care Associate Board
Location: Compass To Care Associate Board

We’re thrilled to welcome Alexa Torman-Ramirez to our Associate Board! Alexa brings nearly a decade of experience in the recruitment space and currently serves as the Senior Talent and Campus Recruitment Manager at Echo Global Logistics. Her professional expertise is matched by a deep passion for helping families and a creative spirit when it comes to making an impact. Alexa is driven to find innovative and meaningful ways to support our mission, and we’re excited to have her energy and insight on the board.

Alexa Torman

Associate Board Member

We’re thrilled to welcome Alexa Torman-Ramirez to our Associate Board!...