NSF Advisory Board

Tucker Callaway
Co-Founder
Tucker co-founded The Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation with his wife Andi in 2017. Currently CEO of LogDNA, Tucker graduated from Cal Berkeley in Computer Science and Economics and has served as the head of Technology for several Bay Area start-ups. Tucker currently leads NSF in every aspect of Technology, and provides ongoing guidance on our important Diversity and Inclusion movement. In addition, Tucker calls upon his box moving expertise and muscle for the Facilities Department, a critical and daily need, especially for Backpacks of Hope and Camp NSF. Tucker is involved in every aspect of the foundation and it's many programs and events. As a father to a son with the disease, he provides passion, support and guidance that fuels the effort, something that would not exist without him.
Laura Markstein
Board Member Since 2017
As a founding Board member, Laura's commitment and leadership has driven much of the impact of The Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation to date. Laura is the CEO and President of Markstein Sales Company, bringing years of business experience, community leadership and Board involvement to NSF. Extremely experienced in the world of both community service and large scale events, Laura contributes valuable expertise to both events and programming. She has served on the Board of Directors of several well known organizations in addition to NSF, including California Beer and Beverage Association, Diablo Country Club and currently as a member of the John Muir Health Board of Directors. Laura is a pillar of our community, providing immense support to our Foundation and cause. She is a long time resident of the Bay Area and a graduate of St. Mary’s College. She currently resides in Diablo, CA, with her husband Sal, and two Siberian Huskies. When she is not running her successful business or supporting her community, you'll find her on the tennis courts or spending time with her son and daughter and enjoying time with her young grandson Wyatt.
John Micek
Board Member Since 2017
A graduate from Notre Dame University, John and has had a successful career in finance, serving as VP at Goldman Sachs & Co. and Partner at Criterion Capital Management. Currently pursuing a combination of his two passions as Managing Partner at Third Leaf Partners, Johns advises, invests in, manages, and operates global beverage and hospitality businesses at all stages of development. John is a founder of Red Stitch Wine, acclaimed Napa Valley winery owned by he and his wife Noelle, along with the Aurilia, and Roberts Families. John provides essential direction to The Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation, and continues to bring leadership, business experience, hospitality and fundraising expertise to the effort, along with a passion for service. John lives in Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA with his wife Noelle, and two children, Charlotte and Jack.
Noelle Micek
Board Member Since 2017
A Bay Area native, Noelle is one of the founding Board members of NSF. Noelle graduated from Boston College with a degree in Economics. After a successful career in finance at Goldman, Sachs & Co, in 2009, she founded her interior design firm, Noelle Micek Interiors, which has been featured in Coastal Living, HGTV, and more. Noelle and her husband John, are founders and owners of Red Stitch Wine, a deeply respected boutique label. Noelle has been a committed supporter and advocate in the fight against Nephrotic Syndrome. Her entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and solid business background serve as a major asset to The Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation. She and her husband John, currently reside in Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA with their two kids, Charlotte and Jack.
Tita Forrest
Board Member Since 2017