Dan Markow is the CEO and president of The Markow Companies, Inc. the parent organization to the Sterling brand of moving companies. He began working for Sterling in 2005 as a mover in the Commercial Moving Division when he was a teenager, learning the company from the ground up.

Dan received his BSBA from Northeastern University with concentrations in Finance & Marketing.

Dan’s goal is to leverage the success of his companies to create a meaningful foundation, impacting the lives of as many children and families as possible within his local community.

Dan considers himself the third generation of public service tradition within his family. His late grandfather, Raymond M. LaFontaine, had a major impact on his life. Serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, Raymond worked tirelessly as a distinguished legislator to bring his town of Gardner economic opportunity. He played a major role in the founding of Mount Wachusett Community College and supplied vital infrastructure to Gardner including the Courthouse, High School, Correctional Institution, and Skating Rink. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree in 2011.

The tradition continues with Dan’s aunt and Raymond’s daughter, Lyn Burke, also serving on the Board of The Markow Foundation. Lyn’s LuminArtz, a 501(c)3 organization, ties in local artists, designers, and technologies to reimagine our world with experiential art that uses large-scale lighting and sound displays to transcend our sense of place within the community.

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Beyond the companies and foundation, Dan’s wife Kristen and their three children are his main focus. He is extremely dedicated to being an involved father/husband and is grateful for the opportunity to work directly with Kristen on this joint venture that is The Markow Family Foundation.

Will Cavallo, of Nashua NH, has been with Sterling Corporation since 2005. Today he is a logistics consultant within the High Value Product logistics team interacting closely with numerous clients to orchestrate the many complex issues involved in shipping large high-value products.

As the Secretary of the Board, he manages the flow of information within the foundation including concise and transparent record-keeping to improve communication to all stakeholders. Will enjoys utilizing the many, varied skills he developed as a logistic consultant to smooth the operation of the foundation and make it easier to deliver services to the community.

Will received his MBA from Quinnipiac University. In his free time, you can catch him on a golf course somewhere in New England or enjoy spending time with his family.

Lyn Burke has over 35 years of experience in government relations advocacy and public affairs, representing Non-Profits, Cities, and Towns throughout Massachusetts.  

Lyn received an associate degree in fine arts from Mt. Wachusett Community College and a Bachelor of Science from Suffolk University. Using her background in Fine Art and Government, Lyn has worked to secure funding for local non-profits, cities, and towns to integrate arts, culture, and creativity in numerous communities.  

In 2014 Lyn Co-founded LuminArtz, a Boston-based non-profit whose mission is to inspire and connect diverse audiences using a seamless fusion of art and technology to engage people of all ages in unforgettable and immersive ways. LuminArtz works with other non-profits to integrate arts, culture, and creativity into the public realm to inspire and unite communities.  

Lyn has three daughters and two grandchildren.  Her passion for children and their communities, as well as her experience in advocating for non-profits, is advantageous to bringing awareness and engagement that can make a profound impact on children through The Markow Family Foundation.

Kristen Markow is a Registered Nurse on the inpatient Hematology Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital. She received her bachelor's degree in Nursing from Northeastern University.

Kristen has always had a passion for helping and nurturing other people. Her nursing career has consisted of caring for adults going through cancer treatments and complications. She has long considered a role in the pediatric field and is looking forward to contributing to the foundation in her role as Vice Chair of the Markow Family Foundation. Additionally, she is excited to work closely with her husband Dan Markow, Chairman of the board and President.

Kristen is a devoted mother of her three children who enjoys spending time outside, whether it be at the beach, in the garden, or on long walks.

Since joining the Offices Services Division of Sterling 22 years ago as an Account Manager, Scott Reiland has been building relationships with some of the largest companies in New England, successfully managing over 22 million dollars in logistics projects.

As the Director of Outreach and Development for The Markow Family Foundation, Scott fosters the organization’s growth and its ability to serve needy children and families in the communities it serves. He is excited to be part of the board of directors and to have a direct impact on children’s lives.

Scott has previous and current Board of Directors experience serving as President, Vice President, and on many committees for the North Andover Soccer Association.

Melinda Phillips has been with Sterling since 2015 as the Director of Marketing Communications. During her time, she has steered the direction of the company's communication strategies through numerous initiatives and community outreach programs.  

As the foundation’s Director of Communications, Melinda works to educate the community about its mission to ensure we successfully connect with new partners and those whose needs we serve. She also continues the initiatives she started at Sterling by being part of the day-to-day activities of the foundation.  

Melinda received a BA in Fine Arts at Northeastern University and has over 30 years of experience in communications.

Melinda is thrilled to be part of the foundation and aims to explore the many ways she can foster its growth while helping the children and families in need of support in the area.

Serena DeFelice started with Sterling in 2018 and today is the Controller of JM Installations, the Office Services Division of Sterling Corporation. In that time, she led her team through acquisitions + mergers, unprecedented growth, changes, and advancement.

As the treasurer, Serena oversees all aspects of the fiscal integrity and viability of the organization while playing an advisory role to her fellow board members.

Serena received her BSBA with a concentration in Accounting & Finance from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell.  She has a knack for streamlining processes, re-organization, and efficiency.

As a native of Chelmsford, Serena is thrilled to see The Markow Foundation plant roots in her hometown and looks forward to seeing the lasting impact it will have on the community.