Lead Ambassador

My name is Alison Mannino. I am an MS Warrior and Lead MS Ambassador for MS4MS. In February 2000 I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, in my senior year of college. I used the diagnosis as a catalyst to broaden my horizons and move to a new city and start a great new chapter in my life. Since then, I have found family and friends and consistently spread awareness about MS. One goal I have always had is to be there for anyone who needs to talk about MS. If they have it, if they care for someone who has it or if they just want to understand it better I want to be there for them. I am so glad that I found MS4MS and they welcomed me with open arms. Finding a group of people who are just as dedicated to spreading awareness as I am is AMAZING!

Director of Fundraising

My name is Dario Pizzano and I am the MS4MS Director of Fundraising. I am honored to be a part of this organization and use the game I love to help spread awareness of Multiple Sclerosis and raise funds to ultimately help find a cure for MS.

This cause holds a special place in my heart as my mother, Tracie Pizzano, has been suffering from MS for over 20 years and this is the perfect opportunity to help support her by using my love for baseball. My two siblings and I are ready to join the fight against MS in support of all MS Warriors, but specifically for our mom. She has been there for us every step of the way and now it is our turn to be there for her.

Executive Editor

My name is Garrett Owen and I am the Executive Editor for MS4MS. I grew up and currently live in Stratford, CT. An important aspect of my life is I have been living with a disability my entire life. I was born with Arthrogryposis, which is a muscle and joint disease, and recently have been diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a genetic disorder causing progressive muscle degeneration. Having been in a wheelchair since I was 10 years old, I have learned many valuable life lessons. This has given me a unique perspective that helps me get through each and every day with a positive attitude. I truly believe that the best way to make a positive impact on the world is to serve others that need help the most, which is why I chose to work for a great cause and an incredible organization. I went to college at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) where I received a degree in Journalism.

A few years after graduation, I worked on my book but I was still trying to find the right opportunity to focus my time and energy on given my new medical diagnosis. That is when I was asked to join this incredible non-profit organization as the executive editor. My mom has MS so this is a cause that is very important to me. I take this opportunity as a blessing and hope my work along with the work of many other wonderful people at MS4MS can help those who are fighting MS!

Dunk MS Founder

UCLA Men’s Basketball Team (2008 – 2011)
· Turned Down Smaller D1 Basketball Scholarships to Attend UCLA as a Preferred Walk On
· Earned a Full Scholarship During his Junior Year
· 2011 UCLA Athletics Rose Gilbert Courage and Character Award Recipient
· UCLA Graduate with a BA in Sociology ‘12

Member of the National MS Society’s Emerging Leaders Board in Southern California (2018 to Present).

Member of the National MS Society’s Orange County Community Council (2023 to Present).

Currently works full time as a Sr Customer Success Manager at a fintech startup called Solid.

Special Events Coordinator and Photographer

My name is Wendy Harrison Greenberg and I am the Special Events Coordinator and Photographer for MS4MS. I grew up in Connecticut but currently live in Maryland with my husband Mark and am the proud mom of 5 amazing children and 12 grandchildren. I graduated from the University of Bridgeport with a degree in nursing and worked as an operating room RN at YNHH.

This cause is near and dear to my heart as my mom, Lois Pickus Harrison (the inspiration for this non-profit) struggled with MS for over 30 years. Following a trip to the Grand Canyon where both Sam and I found inspiration, we were both on a journey that would change our lives. On the flight back home, as we were flying over Chase Field (home of the Arizona Diamondbacks) Sam’s idea for Mission Stadiums for Multiple Sclerosis was born! To say how lucky I am is an understatement. I am so proud and honored to work with this amazing team/family Sam has created.