Meet the people who make it all possible
At Griffin’s Place, we are lucky to have a strong team of dedicated leaders
BECKY BERGER
Founder/President
Our Team
Ms. Berger is currently the owner and CEO of Berger Seed, a fifth generation agricultural business that engages in local and international business dealings. She has experience with finance, sales, and product development, and is currently responsible for making all major business decisions on behalf of Berger Seed. Ms. Berger's volunteer activities include serving on the Washington County Developmental Disabilities Council and the Hillsboro School District's Parent Advisory Council for Special Education. She also serves on the Oregon Grass Seed Bargaining Association Board and Oregon State University's Austin Family Business Advisory Council. She has an Associate of Applied Science in radiologic technology.
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ANNELISA ZANDER
TREASURER/SECRETARY
Ms. Zander currently works as the Chief Administrative Officer at Berger Seed, where she has worked for more than ten years. Prior to working at Berger Seed, she worked as a project manager for Ascendum Corporation, an interactive marketing and technology consulting firm where she managed a wide range of projects, including projects involving IT infrastructure and software development. Ms. Zander earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with a minor in financial management from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota.
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BRITTENY ASHER
ADVISORY
Britteny is a founding board member and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in private practice. Her passion is supporting individuals to have successful and full lives of their choosing. Britteny works with transition aged adults and older adults to build skills in communication, self-determination, Independence and interests. She has more than 25 years of experience working with individuals within all the environments we live, work and play.
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ELYSSA PECHACEK
BOARD MEMBER
Elyssa brings over a decade of dedicated experience in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) field to her role as a Board Member at Griffin’s Place. For the past 11 years, Elyssa has worked both independently and in collaboration with various agencies to enhance the lives of individuals with I/DD through a range of impactful services. Her expertise span from program development and management, job placement services, as well as professional behavior services—each reflecting her deep commitment to empowering individuals and fostering inclusive communities. Elyssa’s practical insight and passion for person-centered programing make her a vital asset to the Griffin’s Place board, where she helps guide strategic initiatives that support the organization’s mission of promoting independence, inclusion, and opportunity for all.
GRIFFIN BERGER
Inspiration of Griffin’s Place
The start of it all! Griffin is a wonderful independent young man who is living his best life as a part of his community. Griffin has awesome support in his life and is a true leader and example of how hard work, perseverance, and empowerment through all forms of communication can create a “the sky is the limit” lifestyle in finding personal happiness and quality of life. Griffin loves trains, puzzles, and going out! Griffin’s favorite GP activities are usually GAME NIGHT!