Our Team

Executive Leadership

Max leads the Foundation’s vision, programs, and partnerships. A youth innovator and T1D advocate, he launched the Foundation to give power and tools to young people facing diabetes. Max also leads development of new technologies and represents the Foundation in public forums and strategic collaborations.

Maximilian Kopp

Executive Director & Founder

Core Operations

Program & Outreach Lead

Oversees implementation of our Ambassador Program, Leadership Academy, and Healthy Futures campaigns. Bridges relationships with schools, clinics, and local community partners.

Finance & Operations Lead

Manages internal systems, budgeting, compliance, and fiscal reporting. Supports grant readiness and donor reporting infrastructure.

Communications & Partnerships Lead

Drives messaging, digital storytelling, and external engagement. Leads brand visibility and coordinates partnerships across nonprofit, academic, and corporate sectors.

Innovation Fellows & Youth Interns

Our Innovation Fellows are young researchers and changemakers working on real-world problems—from non-invasive diagnostics to equitable health delivery models. Youth interns contribute to content creation, peer engagement, program design, and community support.

Volunteers & Mentors

We are supported by a growing network of medical students, educators, engineers, designers, and caregivers who generously contribute time and wisdom to amplify our impact. Many also serve as mentors to our youth ambassadors.

Join Our Team

Want to be part of a purpose-driven, youth-powered movement? Whether you’re a student, clinician, designer, or donor, there’s a role for you. Reach out at [email protected] or visit our Get Involved page.

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Organized by Kopp Foundation for Diabetes
501(c)(3) Public Charity · EIN 33-3787810
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