Our Team

Janice Bremis, Founder

Janice is the founding member of the Eating Disorders Resource Center. She graduated from San Jose State University with a BA in Liberal Arts, and has worked in fundraising within the healthcare community for most of her career. She was diagnosed with an eating disorder in 1975, and is well aware of the stigma associated with the disease, as well as the importance of emotional support and access to quality treatment. She is very passionate about advocating for people who have eating disorders and feels that this is her life. Read Janice's message.

Kira Olson, Program Manager

Kira Olson graduated from Taylor University with a BS in Exercise Physiology and BA in Psychology. She has worked in the field of mental and physical health for over a decade and has been an activist in the eating disorder and body image community since overcoming her own personal struggles with an eating disorder. Her professional experience includes research development and analysis, wellness program management, personal training, addictions counseling, life skills coaching, and business management. Kira started as a volunteer for EDRC nearly three years ago and joined the team as Program Manager in July 2012. Some of her responsibilites include coordinating volunteers, organizing community presentations, connecting clients to local resources, and leading monthly support groups. She continues to offer health coaching services and is passionate about inspiring people toward a balanced, sustainable, healthy lifestyle and mindset. For a glimpse into her journey, see her article written for National Eating Disorders Awareness Week here.