Anomali
David Lapan
Direktør for kommunikation
A retired U.S. Marine Corps colonel, independent strategic communications consultant, and former senior U.S. government spokesman, David Lapan brings decades of experience in public affairs, media engagement, defense communication, and veterans-focused work. He has served in senior communications roles with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Bipartisan Policy Center, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Department of Defense. His background includes advising and speaking for senior defense leaders, military commands, and government institutions. At Anomaly, he supports clear, credible communication with partners, donors, policymakers, and the public.
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Ledelse
David Plaster
Præsident
David Plaster is President of Anomaly-America 4 Ukraine. A U.S. Army veteran, Hoover Institution Veteran Fellow, and founder of Anomaly, he became Ukraine’s first foreign volunteer fighter and first NATO-trained combat medic, leading programs to save lives.
Tonya Aldave
Sekretær
Tetyana (Tonya) Aldave supports the organization’s mission by providing aid in governance, record keeping, and responsible stewardship of resources. Her role helps strengthen the nonprofit’s accountability to donors, partners, and the communities it serves.
Christian Thwaites
Treasurer
Christian Thwaites serves as Treasurer for Anomaly-America 4 Ukraine. A retired investment executive and Ukraine aid volunteer, he brings financial leadership, practical humanitarian experience, and a personal commitment to supporting Ukraine’s communities.
Robin Seaword
Director of Euro Relations
Robin Seaword serves as Director of European Relations for Anomaly-America 4 Ukraine. A former UK Special Defence Advisor embedded in Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence, he brings decades of military, security sector reform, governance, and policy experience.
Will Reno
Director of Research
Dr. William Reno serves as Director of Defense and Research Policy for Anomaly-America 4 Ukraine. A Northwestern University political scientist and conflict scholar, he brings deep expertise in security force assistance, state fragility, and military reform.
Olena Murashkina
Director
Olena Murashkina serves on the board of Anomaly-America 4 Ukraine and supports coordination between the U.S. and Ukraine-based operations, helping strengthen administration, logistics, documentation, and mission execution for humanitarian.