About

Emily Davis

Founder and Executive Director

Emily Davis is a dedicated advocate, connector, and leader passionate about making the world a better place through communication, vulnerability, and community-driven change. As the Founder and Executive Director of NeuroSpark Network, she works to create inclusive spaces and opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.

Diagnosed with ADHD at the age of nine, Emily experienced firsthand the challenges of navigating a world that lacked resources and understanding for neurodivergent individuals. Growing up, she faced obstacles in education, support, and self-acceptance. It wasn’t until later in life—after learning more about the systemic issues affecting schools, parents, and teachers—that she felt compelled to act. Her personal experiences, combined with the pressing need for advocacy and change, led her to create NeuroSpark Network, an organization dedicated to empowering neurodivergent individuals and their communities.

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Savannah Sherman

Director of Educational Programming

I’m Savannah, originally from California, and I relocated to Louisville a year ago. While the transition has been a significant cultural adjustment, I am thoroughly enjoying my time here. Currently, I am pursuing a Doctorate degree in Education and Professional Practice and serve as the Regional Area Manager for Jefferson County at Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC). Prior to my role in school administration, I spent five years as a teacher. My passion for advocating for children drives my enthusiasm for serving as the Director of Educational Programming of the NeuroSpark Network board.

Ashleigh Chanel

At-Large

A world travelling lover of charcuterie boards, expert Digital Marketer & the CEO of Make Your Mark Digital Marketing Agency. Ashleigh Chanel helps profit-driven business owners transform their businesses into revenue-generating and impact-creating machines without the extra time and stress. I position my clients as authorities in their industries with tailored organic and paid marketing and advertising strategies. And she believes that when women are paid the world changes.

Molly Hastings-Parke

Director of Research and Educational Resources

Molly is a Board Certified Cognitive Specialist (BCCS) and the owner of LearningRx of Louisville and Grace Place Learning Center. With over a decade as a specialist in learning Molly is passionate about changing lives and offering people hope.

Molly holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and studied elementary education. Additionally, she went to graduate school for social work. Growing up she wanted to be a teacher or a psychologist. She believes that kids (and adults) should be met where they are in their learning journeys. Molly grew up in Michigan and enjoys reading (her favorite books are the Harry Potter series) and hanging out with her kids. Her favorite subjects in school were math and literature and coincidentally to this day, they are her favorite to teach. Her favorite thing about brain training at LearningRx or tutoring at Grace Place is getting kids excited about learning.

Through her work, Molly has a lot of experience with neurodivergent students and has helped many families through the struggles of navigating resources. This is the reason she is passionate about NeuroSpark. When we better meet the needs of those in our community, everyone benefits and NeuroSpark has the potential to connect many teachers and families with the resources they need.

Ruth Gao

Secretary

Ruth is a Louisville transplant who has fallen in love with the city and the state. Ruth owns South Seas Tiki & Golf Lounge and sits on the Jeffersontown City Council.

Ruth has a background in higher and adult education and earned a PhD in Educational Leadership in 2020. Ruth has worked everywhere from the education sector to Chick-fil-A as Director of Drive-Thru at two locations. One through-line throughout her career has been a dedication to service and community.

Ruth received an adult ADHD diagnosis and is passionate about helping others better understand themselves so they can be successful and true to themselves.

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