The National Scleroderma Foundation is very excited to introduce Alison Fronning to the team. Alison joined the Foundation in June 2026 as the new Support Manager.
In the Q&A below, get to know Alison and learn more about her passion for supporting the scleroderma community and her vision for strengthening support and resources for people affected by scleroderma.
Q: What brought you to the National Scleroderma Foundation?
I was first connected to the Foundation through my previous job. I loved working with the team and getting to know the incredible scleroderma community, so when the Support Manager position opened, I was so excited for the opportunity to officially join the Foundation! I’ve spent my career in healthcare-focused roles and have always been passionate about doing meaningful work, so this role truly feels like a perfect fit.
Q: You are the Support Manager; can you tell us a little about that role and how you’ll be working with our community?
As the Support Manager, I oversee all of our support programs, with a primary focus on our support groups, HopeLine, and peer mentor program. One of my favorite parts of this role is connecting directly with members of our community whether that’s answering questions through the HopeLine, helping people find the resources they need, or partnering with our incredible support group facilitators. I’m here to support our community however I can.
Q: What are your passions and activities outside of the office?
Outside of work, you’ll find me spending time with my husband, Cole, our 7-month-old daughter, Briar, and our Goldendoodle, Lucy. We rarely have a set plan for the day, but somehow, we always end up staying busy whether we’re visiting family, finding an adventure of some kind, or tackling one of the many random projects that always seems to find us!
Q: At the National Scleroderma Foundation when a new person joins the team, we ask for one thing that we will not learn about them from their LinkedIn profile.
I love playing board games with friends and family.
Q: Last, but not least, what is your biggest goal for the year?
My biggest goal this year is to really get to know our support group community. Building relationships with the people who dedicate their time to supporting those affected by scleroderma will help me better understand their needs and how I can best support them. I’m excited to learn from them and make a meaningful impact together!