Meet our Board of Directors

Philip Freeman was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, and graduated from Webster Groves High School in 2019. After a formative volunteer experience in Nepal, where he taught and worked with underprivileged children, Philip developed a deep commitment to community development. While completing his bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Missouri (studying remotely due to the pandemic), he returned to Nepal, traveling across the country and deepening his ties to local communities. Alongside Khemraj, a longtime collaborator, he co-founded No Limits Nepal, an organization dedicated to empowering local villages and driving grassroots development. Philip is currently based in Beijing, China, finishing his Master’s in International Relations at the University of International Business and Economics. Passionate about sustainable development and cross-cultural cooperation, he is focused on expanding No Limits Nepal’s programs and increasing its impact in underserved communities.

An avid traveler, Ted Seymour first came to Nepal in 2014 and to date has returned six additional times, always engaged in volunteer work and deepening the connections he has built. For most of those years he has served as a board member of Nepal Orphans Home, a wonderful US based-charity which has focused primarily on causes relating to youth and women's education and empowerment. He met Khemraj during his first visit to Nepal and has been able to witness Khem's growth into the capable and generous person that he has become, full of capacity and dedication. When Khem told him that he wanted to bring his experience, compassion and work ethic back to serve his home community of Sanni Triveni, Ted was very pleased to be asked to support his efforts. He is pleased to have witnessed the significant life-altering impacts No Limits Nepal has been able to make in a short period of time and is excited to help advance the further development of No Limits Nepal in service of supporting meaningful cost-effective life-enhancement and empowerment for the people of Nepal.

Ted has an MBA from UC Berkeley with a specialization in non-profit management. His career has spanned various successful entrepreneurial efforts. His interests include music/songwriting, sailing, travel, writing and service work. He splits his time between home in Northern California, an adventure van in beautiful nature spots, and travels to Nepal and other random far-flung corners of the globe.

Bridget Fletcher spent her distinguished career in Jesuit higher education at Saint Louis University (SLU), a leading not-for-profit, Carnegie Research Level 1 university. Beginning her tenure as a Human Resources officer, Bridget rose through the ranks over three decades to serve as Vice President for Administration, Chief of Staff, and Assistant to the President. Her extensive experience spans the full breadth of SLU’s academic and clinical operations, including leadership in budget management, staff development, student enrollment strategies, clinical administration, strategic planning, and governance at the highest levels. Throughout her career, Bridget played a pivotal role in advancing SLU’s mission, supporting institutional growth, and guiding cross-functional teams to achieve key academic and operational goals. Now retired, Bridget brings her deep expertise in higher education leadership, organizational strategy, and governance to the board of No Limits Nepal, where she is passionate about advancing the organization’s mission and contributing to sustainable community development.

Gary Frings is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive IT leader with over three decades of experience driving innovation, scaling operations, and leading technology strategy across diverse industries. His deep expertise in strategic planning, cybersecurity, data analytics, and cloud architecture has made him a sought-after advisor and board member. In addition to his professional achievements, Gary brings valuable nonprofit board experience from organizations such as the Wisconsin Technology Council, BioForward Wisconsin, and Pivotal Health, where he has served in roles ranging from board member to executive committee chairman and treasurer. His ability to guide governance, foster cross-sector collaboration, and leverage technology for social impact aligns seamlessly with No Limits Nepal’s mission to empower and uplift underserved communities.

With a dual academic foundation in Computer Science and Finance and an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Strategy, Gary offers No Limits Nepal a rare combination of technical depth, strategic acumen, and compassionate leadership. His insight will be instrumental as the organization continues to scale its programs and infrastructure to support sustainable development initiatives in Nepal.

Patricia Parker built a successful career leading international sales for an industrial products manufacturer before transitioning into community service following her retirement. Leveraging her leadership skills and strategic expertise, she has served on numerous nonprofit boards over the years, including terms as both board member and board president. As a founding member of a coalition that established a public-private partnership, Patricia played a pivotal role in the development of a new emergency children’s shelter in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Her steadfast dedication to child advocacy has earned her multiple awards and recognitions, reflecting her deep commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable children. Today, she continues her volunteer work as an active board member at The Family Center in East St. Louis, Illinois.

Drawing on her extensive nonprofit leadership experience, Patricia was also instrumental in launching No Limits Nepal and is honored to serve on its Board of Directors. She brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and vision to the organization’s mission of empowering underserved communities.

Laura Handy-Nimick brings a lifelong passion for education, youth empowerment, and service to her role on the No Limits Nepal board. Her connection to Nepal began in 2009 when she first volunteered with Nepal Orphan’s Home and Volunteer Nepal, teaching in the rural village of Narti. Deeply inspired by this experience, Laura and her husband went on to found Life’s Handy Work, a nonprofit that supported post-secondary education opportunities for Nepali youth for over a decade.

In addition to founding and leading a nonprofit, Laura has served in leadership roles on the board of Nepal Orphan’s Home, where she helped advance education initiatives and supported the development of the Chelsea Education and Community Center. Through her multiple visits to Nepal, she has provided teacher trainings, facilitated youth development workshops, and offered strategic organizational support. Laura holds a bachelor’s degree in History and English and a Master’s in Teaching from The Evergreen State College. She is a National Board Certified Teacher in Middle Level Humanities and has over 18 years of classroom experience teaching language arts, social studies, student leadership, and social-emotional development. Her work in schools includes extensive leadership in equity, restorative practices, and student-led initiatives. She also brings over 20 years of coaching experience and has mentored countless young leaders.

Her global perspective is shaped by her travels to 12 countries, including India, where she and her husband adopted their son in 2015. At home, Laura is a passionate advocate for dog rescue, an avid reader, and enjoys spending time outdoors with her family—especially on the water, in the mountains, or by the sea. Laura’s dedication to meaningful education and youth-focused service continues to guide her work with No Limits Nepal as she helps champion opportunity, leadership, and learning for young people across Nepal.

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