Get to know the incredible people who help guide our surrogates and Intended Parents on every step of their journey.
As a lawyer, and as the Founder & Legal Director of Worldwide Surrogacy, Ferrara leads with a passion for law and the family formation process. She brings over 35 years of experience practicing assisted reproductive technology law to help people make their dreams of family come true-just as hers have. She and her spouse, Dr. Michelle Loris, have two sons, Sal and Nick.
Director of Intended Parent Services
Director of Intended Parent Services
"We fulfill lifelong dreams at WSS. Creating families is our number one goal, and it’s very rewarding to be a part of this special journey."
Jen is the first touch point for Intended Parents, providing a wealth of information about the surrogacy journey. She walks them through the matching process, the screening process, insurance matters, and any and all other specific details regarding the surrogacy journey. As Director of Intended Parent Services, Jen provides ongoing support and case management to Intended Parents while supervising the other case managers who assist our Intended Parents.
Jen started working with Worldwide as a part-time social worker in 2010, providing support for couples with fertility issues and helping them navigate alternative reproductive options. In addition to her current roles and responsibilities as Director of Intended Parent services, Jen continues conducting social work assessments and interviews with potential surrogates and assists Intended Parents with the coordination of services.
VP & Director of Journey Coordination
VP & Director of Journey Coordination
“To see all of the families created over the years, seeing how happy they are, and seeing that we aren’t just creating parents — we’re creating aunts, uncles, cousins, best friends — makes me very proud of being a part of the agency’s inception.”
Serena works with Worldwide’s gestational carriers every step of the way. As a two-time surrogate herself, Serena is uniquely qualified to provide reliable support and exceptional guidance for our surrogates and our Intended Parents.
Serena has been a part of the Worldwide team since its inception in 2006. Her personal experience and extensive knowledge give her the unique ability to support our surrogates and Intended Parents throughout their journeys. From the matching process to the delivery, Serena helps our surrogates and Intended Parents navigate their individual surrogacy journeys.
Director of Surrogate Screening
Director of Surrogate Screening
“After completing three journeys as a surrogate with Worldwide, I feel truly grateful to be surrounded by such an inspiring team of women where I get to keep doing what I love- help others create the families they’ve dreamed of.”
With over a decade of personal experience as a surrogate, and professional experience as an intake and journey coordinator, Julie brings a deep understanding, compassion, and expertise to her role as Director of Surrogate Screening and Recruitment. She is passionate about supporting women through every step of the surrogacy journey and is dedicated to ensuring each candidate feels informed, valued, and empowered. Her commitment to creating meaningful connections helps build strong foundations between surrogates and intended parents alike.
Journey Coordinator
Journey Coordinator
"Becoming a surrogate has shown me the incredible power of love, trust, and building families—lessons I carry into my work every day. It’s a life-changing experience that has brought me peace and joy, reminding me of the unconditional love I feel as a mom to my daughters, and inspiring me to support others on their own beautiful journeys."
With over 12 years of advocating for others at various nonprofit organizations, Caitlin has always been driven by a purpose to serve and support those in need. Her own journey as a surrogate has deepened her understanding of compassion, trust, and the importance of nurturing connections—insights she now applies as a Journey Coordinator at Worldwide.
Caitlin helps surrogates and intended parents by coordinating logistics and managing details. This allows them to focus on the exciting milestones of their journey, whether that’s helping bring a family together or supporting the surrogate through this life-changing experience. She works to alleviate stress and ensure everything runs smoothly along the way.
Journey & Screening Coordinator
Journey & Screening Coordinator
“Being a surrogate and watching someone's hope become reality was one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. That moment continues to inspire me every single day, driving my passion to support others on their own beautiful journeys.”
Originally from South Louisiana, Sarah now lives in Chapin, South Carolina, where she enjoys lake and camping adventures with her kids and soaking up the outdoors. She’s a proud Swiftie and never misses a chance to bring Taylor Swift into the conversation!
Her surrogacy journey culminated in August 2024 when she delivered a baby boy for two incredible intended dads—an experience that profoundly deepened her commitment to helping others grow their families through surrogacy.
With a background in human resources and hands-on experience as a surrogacy screening coordinator, Sarah brings both professional expertise and personal passion to her role at Worldwide Surrogacy Specialists. As Screening & Journey Coordinator, she guides surrogates and intended parents through each step of the process with empathy, clarity, and dedication.
Journey Coordinator
Journey Coordinator
Lesley DuBurg
Surrogate Support Coordinator
Surrogate Support Coordinator
“What could be more rewarding than helping to make a family? The contact we have with the Intended Parents, the carriers, and definitely seeing the new babies is so fulfilling.”
Jackie combines compassion and competence in her work supporting our carriers throughout the surrogacy journey—and beyond.
Jackie provides one-on-one assistance to surrogates during the contract phase, as well as throughout the monitoring, testing, transfer, and pregnancy process. She also works directly with the finance department and escrow agency, reconciling and releasing payments to surrogates and managing payment to monitoring clinics.
Assistant Surrogate Screening Coordinator
Assistant Surrogate Screening Coordinator
“One of the most amazing feelings is watching an Intended Parent see their baby for the first time. Being a gestational carrier allowed me to be a part of something so special. Now working with Worldwide Surrogacy, I get to be a part of something special daily and be a part of a team that helps families grow."
A three-time gestational surrogate herself, Andrea brings a personal, compassionate perspective to the surrogate screening process. She is responsible for supporting the surrogate screening team by procuring, reviewing, and coordinating all required documentation from new surrogate applicants.
Andrea completed her first journey in 2016, delivering a healthy baby girl. In 2018, she completed her second journey, bringing a set of boy/girl twins into the world. She completed her third journey in 2020, delivering another healthy baby girl.
Manager of Escrow Services
Manager of Escrow Services
“I’m incredibly proud to be working with such a wonderful group of smart, caring women at Worldwide Surrogacy Specialists.”
As an exemplary and skilled professional with over a decade of experience in the insurance and accounting industries, Maureen brings sharp attention to detail to every aspect of the financial process for both Intended Parents and surrogates.
As Escrow Manager, Maureen works closely with our Intended Parents to manage their escrow funds, ensuring accurate deposits and payments are made in a timely manner from the time a match is made, throughout the entire surrogacy journey until all payments have been made and the escrow account is closed.
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Coordinator
Nick Loris, our newest team member, brings a unique blend of talent and perspective to our family. Nick graduated from Mitchell College in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, demonstrating a deep commitment to understanding and helping others. As a valuable addition to Worldwide's in-house marketing team, Nick's passion for compassionate support shines through in everything he does.
His skills encompass industry research, blog writing, and copywriting, making him a driving force behind our message and vision. Nick's creative touch extends to graphic design, adding a bit of artistry to our endeavors.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
“This organization works with the highest ethical standards, the best practices, and exceptional personal care for each gestational surrogate and intended parent to ensure a meaningful and successful journey toward creating a family.”
A hands-on and meticulous therapist, Michelle ensures that each gestational carrier is carefully evaluated before approval. She conducts comprehensive psychological evaluations of potential gestational carriers to ensure they’re fully qualified and committed to become surrogates.
Michelle has been a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice for two decades, bringing extensive experience in the assessment of surrogacy-related cases and evaluation of potential surrogates to the Worldwide team.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
“I’m proud to work with an agency that does such high-quality work, and the passion the staff shows for helping both carriers and Intended Parents.”
Sean’s extensive history of conducting a wide range of psychological evaluations—including surrogacy and oocyte donation evaluations—allows him to ensure that the most appropriate, effective recommendations are made
Sean is responsible for evaluating the psychological suitability of prospective carriers and assessing Intended Parents’ understanding of the process and the responsibilities of parenting. He works directly with Intended Parents regarding any concerns they may, using comprehensive, data-based reposts to provide in-depth understandings of all parties involved to ensure happy, healthy journeys.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
"Being a part of the surrogacy journey and assisting intended parents in realizing their dreams of starting or expanding their families is a profound privilege. It's not just about bringing new life into the world; it's about creating families, building lasting bonds, and witnessing the joy that surrogacy brings to countless lives."
Melinda serves as a Social Worker at Worldwide Surrogacy Specialists, bringing over a decade of diverse experience to her role. Graduating with a Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2014, she has worked extensively on her therapeutic practice with individuals facing a wide range of challenges for over 10 years. In recent years, Melinda has dedicated her expertise and passion to supporting the fertility and surrogacy population, further enhancing her ability to provide invaluable guidance and support.
Financial Records Manager
Financial Records Manager
“The opportunity to work with such a great team makes me proud to be a part of Worldwide Surrogacy. Vicki’s vision and leadership are inspiring.”
Deb represents our commitment to meticulous record-keeping and exceptional client services. With a keen eye for detail and remarkable time management skills, she manages all of Worldwide Surrogacy’s financial records with steadfast precision.
Deb upholds complete discretion and confidentiality for all of our clients. She’s responsible for all aspects of bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
“Nothing but caring and understanding. From the beginning they have been fantastic, informative, supportive and here I am 14 weeks or less from my first surrogacy journey ending”
C.S.
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