Our Team

With over 20 years in aquatics, Stacy leads the charge with the IM Program’s development and expansion. Along with supporting Team Benoit and Swim Across America and serving on numerous aquatics and recreation committees, she is well-known for her deliciously creative sugar cookies.

Cathy is the brains behind the IM Program’s swimming curriculum. Along with teaching Michael Phelps how to swim, Cathy is known for being an impactful educator and speaker making a difference in the lives of many throughout her career. While continuing to conduct trainings for the IM Program, this M & M connoisseur also enjoys traveling to exotic places with her husband.

Bob began coaching in 1996 at the North Baltimore Aquatic Club and has since coached for numerous clubs, universities, and Olympic teams. He achieved great success at the international level as Olympic Head Swimming Coach and was the personal coach for Michael Phelps. Although swimming may be his first love, he also enjoys horse racing and training and classical music.

As the National Director of Sports and Experiential Relationships for Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), LaTrese is a valuable piece to the Michael Phelps Foundation’s partnership with BGCA. In addition to finding opportunities to engage the BGCA members, she also enjoys traveling and fitness and has co-authored two books.

Tony’s extensive experience with Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) dates back to when he became a member at the age of 6. Since joining the BGCA staff in 2000, he has continued to pursue his passion for youth and teen programming with numerous achievements and successes. Tony is also an accomplished mariachi musician who performs at various art centers and events.

For over 25 years, Dian has been providing opportunities for Special Olympics swimmers. Her experience and influence as a Special Olympics coach paved the way for her instrumental role in the foundation’s partnership with Special Olympics. In her spare time, Dian can be found walking her dog or doting on her granddaughter, Birdie.

As an educator and aquatic professional, Megan is passionate about water safety and providing opportunities for the well-being of all youth. When she isn’t supporting the programming and marketing efforts of MPF, you can find her playing outside with her kids or just trying to find a quiet moment to read something other than Dr. Suess.

Lenny is a four-time Olympic gold medalist. After wrapping up his Olympic career in 2004, he started the Lenny Krayzelburg Swim Academy and now has multiple locations across the United States.

Michael Lynch has been part of the Phelps “family” since 2004 when he led Visa’s Global Sponsorship business, including overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As the Global Head of Consulting at Nielson, he also serves on the Board of Directors for Athletes for Hope and other organizations.

Martha is a licensed mental health therapist with a passion for serving the community through her private practice. Her ability to counsel, empower, and educate individuals and families makes her a key contributor to the foundation’s emotional health component. She is also a mama to three boys, wife to Sam, and lover of all things outdoors.

From middle school principal to Director of the Education Foundation of Baltimore City Public Schools, Deborah has served in many roles throughout her tenure in the education field. A prominent public speaker and education advocate, she also sits on many business and community advisory boards.

Michael is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes of all time with his 28 Olympic medals and 39 world records. After receiving a performance bonus for winning eight gold medals in 2008, he established the Michael Phelps Foundation. His advocacy for water safety and mental health has earned recognition through numerous awards. Along with publishing two autobiographies and one children’s book in his spare time, Michael also thrives as a father to his four young boys and husband to his wife, Nicole.

Nicole is a natural leader who has used her skills in communications and marketing to help build the Michael Phelps Foundation brand and expand its reach. When not lending her time to the foundation, she is usually with her family, which includes four lively young sons, two dogs, and the most decorated Olympian of a husband.

Allison is a six-time Olympic medalist who has trained with both Bowman and Phelps for some time. Her experience and knowledge of swimming, psychology, and child and family development makes her a great resource for the foundation’s programs.

Noelle is a swim coach, motivational speaker, diversity consultant, social media strategist, and founder of Afroswimmers Aquatics LLC. Her #Afroswimmers movement was created to combat the negative stereotypes placed on black swimmers and celebrate the accomplishments of swimmers worldwide.