Board of Directors

Dr. Antonio is a fellowship trained neuro-ophthalmologist at the Hauenstein Neurosciences, Trinity Health Grand Rapids, dually-trained in ophthalmology and neurology, serving as the Associate Program Director for the Neurology Residency Program. She developed the Resiliency and Humanism Curriculum that secured first place at the 2023 American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Brainstorm and was showcased at the 2024 AAN Thrive webinar. She has received multiple teaching awards since 2022. A graduate of the 2022 AAN Emerging Leaders Program, she has contributed to the 2023 and 2024 AAN Wellness Hub and HeadTalks Workgroups and is the Vice-Chair for the HeadTalks Workgroup for the upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting. She serves as Chair of the Neuro-Ophthalmology and Neuro-Otology Section and has been an active member of the Emerging Leaders Subcommittee since 2023. In addition, Dr. Antonio dedicates time to the North American NeuroOphthalmology Society (NANOS), as an Alternate Delegate for the American Medical Association and as NANOS’ advisor to the AMA RVU Utility Committee. She is also serves as a Board member for the West Michigan Asian American Association and for the Board for the Trinity Health West Michigan Medical Group, as well as a Board Trustee for the Saint Mary’s Foundation. Deeply passionate about physician advocacy, she serves on the AAN Brain Political Action Committee and is a graduate of the AAN’s Palatucci Advocacy and Leadership Forum, where she also acted as a faculty adviser. She has served as the Michigan State Captain for Neurology on the Hill since 2021 for Neurology on the Hill. A strong advocate of inclusion, diversity, and equity, she serves on AAN’s Health Equity Workgroup and integrates DEI principles into their residency program. She leads grant-funded projects focused on neurology education for vulnerable communities in West Michigan, with their work published in the Stroke Journal in 2024. Dr. Antonio’s efforts were highlighted on AAN-TV, in the AAN News, Trinity Health Michigan News, Trinity Health’s Women’s History Month, NANOS Member Recognition, and NANOS Spotlight.

Hardy is a well-rounded robotics expert. His Robotics Automation Technical Services LLC (www.rats22.com) provides project management & technical leadership services in manufacturing renovation, robotic automation equipment/machine design, signal data-processing, and artificial intelligence (AI) application R&D. Hardy's multidisciplinary and extensive experience covers mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and software programming. His Bachelor's Degree (Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, 1984) was in Precision Instrument (double major in Mechanical Engineering & Electrical Engineering), and his Ph.D. Degree (Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh PA, 2004) was in Robotics (Computer Science). Hardy endeavors to grow through hard-working and life-long learning: he is a PMI Certified PMP (Project Management Professional) and is still working on the IMA CMA (Certified Management Accountant) credential program. Hardy believes that volunteering on WMAAA board would benefit both the WMAAA community welfare and his own leadership & network development.

Cora Hanselman, Financial Officer, is a senior financial analyst at St. Mary's Healthcare. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, major in Accounting, from the University of the East in the Philippines. She served on the board of directors and as treasurer of the Asian Health Outreach Foundation.

Claire Horlings is the Community Marketing Representative - MI for HAP CareSource. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Michigan State University and is a proud Spartan. Claire is an experienced fundraiser and service-minded leader, with a focus on relationship management, community outreach, strategic planning and marketing and event management in the nonprofit and for profit sectors. She has more than 20 years’ experience volunteering for a variety of organizations and institutions including Forest Hills Public Schools, Bethany Christian Services, Clark Retirement Community. Claire also serves as Board Secretary for the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids and is an active member of the Community Engagement Committee. Claire and her husband, Rod, have three children and reside in NE Grand Rapids.

Originally from the Philippines, Romer moved to the U.S. in 2000 to help establish medical facilities in Northern Michigan, leading Renal Dialysis Centers, Inc. to a successful merger with Fresenius Medical Care in 2008. Romer holds an MBA from the University of Michigan and has a proven track record as an entrepreneur, having co-founded Information Ventures Inc., a tech solutions provider in the Philippines. He currently contributes to BoardX, a Michigan startup specializing in virtual collaboration and AI. As a board member, Romer is committed to bridging communities and empowering future leaders to co-create a sustainable future.

Co-founder of WoundCare Zone, Dewi brings over 22 years of entrepreneurial expertise in business development, marketing strategies, social media, and community empowerment alongside 25+ years of leadership in volunteer roles. Originally from Indonesia, she moved to the U.S. in December 2019. Her achievements include: - Launch Blue Pre-seed Accelerator (2022) - Surabaya Marketer of the Year (2015) - Indonesia YWN 50 Creative Tourism Ambassador (2013) - Young Caring Professional Award (2013) - International Young Creative Entrepreneur (2012) - Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women (2011) - Wirausaha Muda Mandiri (2009) - New Ventures Indonesia Award (2009) - In 2013, she was invited by King Charles and the British Government to present on "Business with Social and Environmental Impact."