Board of directors

President Email: President@lirid.org

Alyssa Lardi

Alyssa's Bio:

Hello LIRID! My name is Alyssa Lardi and I’m originally from Kings Park. I am a graduate of Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania’s ITP and have been interpreting for 5 years. I've lived and worked in several areas including DC, Maryland, and NYC, before moving back to LI in 2020. I’m very excited and honored to work with this amazing Board of Directors and serve our Long Island Deaf and Interpreting communities!  

ID: Alyssa is a white woman with short curly brown hair, smiling for a selfie in front of a brick background. She is wearing glasses, red lipstick, and a black shirt with a grey cardigan.

VP Email: Vicepresident@lirid.org

Keriann Moore

Keriann's Bio:

 Hello everyone! My name is Keriann Moore and I've been interpreting here in Long Island for over 15 years. Over the years I've held many positions with LIRID and I'm excited to continue on as VP! 

ID: Keriann is a white woman with curled shoulder length red hair smiling for the camera.

Treasurer Email: Treasurer@lirid.org

Deanna Brown

Deanna's Bio:

Hello, my name is Deanna Paff (Brown).  I have been interpreting since I graduated from Bloomsburg University in 2017.  Before accepting my role as Treasurer I was co-chair for Fundraising and have loved every minute of it! I look forward to contributing to this amazing organization and being a part of this wonderful community. 

ID: Deanna is a white woman with brown hair smiling for the camera.

Secretary Email: Secretary@lirid.org

Ryan Niewender

Ryan's Bio:

 Hi, my name is Ryan Niewender and I’m from Westbury, Long Island. I started my interpreting journey at LaGuardias AEIP program in 2019. I graduated in 2021 with my BA in ASL - English Interpreting. Since than, I’ve been freelancing in NYC and Long Island. I also currently work full time at Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf. I am also currently obtaining my Masters degree at RIT/NTID.  

ID:  Ryan is a white woman with blonde hair, long eyelashes, and pink lipstick smiling for the camera. She is in front of a white background and is wearing a black shirt, gold necklace, and a gold bracelet. 

MAL Email: Memberatlarge@lirid.org

Bradley Porche

Bradley's Bio:

Dr. Porche is the Executive Director of Education at Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf. With over 21 years of experience, Dr. Porche brings a vast wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to organizational management, leadership, and ensures that the culture, language, and history of the Deaf is valued and embraced. He also provides consultation and motivational speech on topics relating to organizational change, transformational leadership, and inclusion in the workplace. 

ID:  Bradley is a white man with black and gray short hair as well as a black and gray beard and mustache. He is wearing a black suit jacket, white shirt, and black tie in front of a beige background. Bradley is smiling for the camera.  

Assoc. Rep Email: Associaterepresentative@lirid.org

Kayla Bisceglia & William Israel-Edgar

Kayla's Bio:

 Hello! My name is Kayla Bisceglia (Fairbrother). I am from Commack, New York. I started my interpreting journey at Suffolk County Community College, then transferred to Gallaudet University where I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Interpretation and Transliteration in 2019. Currently, I work as a freelance interpreter on Long Island and NYC, as well as a VRS interpreter at Convo Communications, and a staff interpreter at Helen Keller National Center.  

ID: Kayla is a white woman with red hair smiling for the camera with a Gallaudet building in the background.

William's Bio:

 Hi, my name is William Israel-Edgar I have been a sign language interpreter for about 7 years. I previously was part of the steering committee, and I am now in associate rep on the board. I am originally from Arizona and have lived on Long Island for the last 10 years. 

ID:  William is a white man with short brown hair. He is wearing a blue button up shirt with a white undershirt in front of a black background. William is doing the sign for interpret.