Leadership Team

Justine Knight

Executive Director

Justine Knight is the Executive Director of Triangle Aphasia Project, Unlimited. Justine knows first-hand the impact of aphasia on a family and believes everyone with aphasia deserves the opportunity to have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Prior to TAP, Justine was the Triangle Communications Director at the American Heart Association where she was responsible for leading health-focused marketing campaigns, contributing to major fundraising events, and securing media coverage. Justine holds a B.S. in Marketing from Bentley University.

Olivia Herrmann

Program Manager M.S., CCC-SLP

Olivia Herrmann, M.S., CCC-SLP is thrilled to transition from her previous role as Group Leader to the new Program Manager at Triangle Aphasia Project, Unlimited (TAP). Olivia received her graduate degree from New York University (NYU) and worked in a research lab in the Department of Neurology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where she served as a research associate. She finds joy in forming personal relationships with individuals with aphasia and their families. Olivia wholeheartedly believes in the mission of TAP and looks forward to carrying on the legacy of TAP founder, Maura Silverman.

Annie Lane

Office Manager

Annie is originally from a small town in New Jersey but grew up in Raleigh, NC. She graduated from Meredith College with a B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science. Annie has held various roles within the Health and Wellness field including Corrective Exercise Specialist at a perinatal wellness company and Office/Project Manager at a local doula agency. Annie is passionate about meaningful work and making a positive impact in the community that she serves.