Meet IFFGD’s amazing staff
Ceciel Rooker, President of IFFGD
Ms. Rooker joined IFFGD in July 2017. She has an extensive background with over a decade of experience in the field of functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders (FGIMDs). She has worked with patients as well as health professionals and educators to improve FGIMD education and patient care. Prior to joining IFFGD, Ms. Rooker served as Executive Director of the Rome Foundation.
Jamie DuMont, Director of Operations
Ms. DuMont joined the team in 2018 bringing a combined 20+ years of experience in hospitality, project management, and corporate business to the organization. Ms DuMont first became involved in the field of functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders (FGIMDs) assisting healthcare professionals find resources while working as Exhibit Manager for the Rome Foundation. This experience ignited her passion for the field and the patient which led to her transition to providing patients and their families resources with IFFGD. Ms DuMont oversees the daily operations of IFFGD, working closely with the President on strategic planning, patient education and awareness.
Hayley McCorkle, IFFGD's Program Manager
Ms. McCorkle joined IFFGD in 2018 as the Operations Associate and was promoted to Public Relations Associate within one year. Previously, she worked as the Executive Assistant to the President of the Rome Foundation, Copyright and Licensing Liaison and Social Media Coordinator. Ms. McCorkle is a 2016 graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she majored in Exercise and Sport Science and minored in History. Also, while at UNC, she was a 4-time letter winner of the Varsity Volleyball team. Ms. McCorkle has experience in copyright and licensing, patient support, social media content development, marketing and video productions. She is passionate about helping to educate, raise awareness and support patients who suffer from gastrointestinal disorders as well as their family, friends and caregivers. Originally from Winterville, North Carolina, she now resides in Charleston, South Carolina.
Alyssa Sutton, Program Coordinator
Ms. Sutton joined the IFFGD team in December 2020 to assist in helping launch our new websites. Currently, Ms. Sutton assists the President with various projects particularly in the areas of patient support and advocacy. She received her Bachelors of Science in Education from Cleveland State University in 2013. Ms. Sutton is committed to helping those struggling with GI disorders and is excited to grow within this community.
Megen Chey, Social Media Specialist
Ms. Chey joined the IFFGD team in February 2022 as the Programs Assistant and is now IFFGD’s Social Media Specialist. Ms. Chey graduated from Emory University in 2019 with a double major in Media Studies and Environmental Science. Her previous experience includes working as a Marketing and Social Media intern for a startup in Atlanta and Communications Manager for a local restaurant company. She is excited to bring her skill set to the table and continue helping people through IFFGD.
Shelby Rhodes, IFFGD's Intern
Shelby joined the IFFGD team in June 2024 as our Website Tech Intern. She graduated from the College of Charleston with a degree in Computing in the Arts. In her free time, she enjoys art and design, and is always experimenting with new creative projects. She was drawn to IFFGD with prior knowledge of the organization’s goals and outreach, as well as the chance to leverage her skills to support the organization’s meaningful work in the community.
