Meet The Board

Seth Franz

Founder and Board Vice President

Garrett Wenger

Director of Logistics

I'm an electrical engineer, and I work primarily on biomedical and healthcare adjacent hardware design. My hobbies include cramming one too many activity into a weekend and trying to convince my friends to play board games with me.

My favorite VU events are the ones where we get to do some sort of weird physical labor that's unusual for city living, like demolishing a wall or removing invasive species while wearing waders in the harbor.

Kelly Wilcox

Board President

I’m a senior Contracts Specialist at the American Institutes for Research, a behavioral and social science research organization dedicated to solving some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. 

Outside of work, I love to travel, i’m always down for a concert, I aim to read 50+ books every year, and baseball season is my absolute favorite season.  My favorite VU event is the Lego event with FIRST Lego League, which is held annually in the fall at Checkerspot Brewery in Baltimore City (their beer is delicious!).

Dallas Jordan

Director of Marketing

I am a Maryland Realtor specializing in the Baltimore-metro area. I focus on welcoming those relocating to our community and helping local homeowners successfully navigate the selling process.

Outside of work, I love to travel, spend time with my nephews, and volunteer. My favorite VU event is Blanket Making with Kennedy Krieger, because it’s a creative event and supports a great organization!

Kelly Ambrose

Director of Events

I’m a senior project engineer at Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP working on the design, rehabilitation, and inspection of bridges and other transportation related infrastructure. Outside of work, I’m an avid traveler and backpacker having thru hiked the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine in 2025.  Food packing with the Salvation Army is one of my favorite events.

Christina Grieves

Secretary

I’m a Digital Marketing Manager at the International Dyslexia Association, a nonprofit organization working to create a future where everyone can read by providing advocacy, resources, and services. Outside of work, I spend time volunteering, reading, and cuddling with my rescue dog. My favorite VU event is blanket-making for Kennedy Krieger Institute because it's a fun, inclusive event that benefits a great organization.