ABOUT US

SIDS claims the lives of almost 2,500 infants each year in the United States; that's nearly 7 babies every day. Tennessee ranks 43rd in infant mortality* (7th highest rate in deaths of children under the age of one). More children die of SIDS in a year than all children who die of cancer, heart disease, pneumonia, child abuse, AIDS, cystic fibrosis, and muscular dystrophy combined. Considering these statistics, we expected to find an array of local groups. To our surprise, we could not find ANY local groups dedicated directly to SIDS/SUID grief support.

Tiny Handprints was founded in June 2008 after much prayer and a burning desire to reach out to grieving families who have suffered a loss to SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) or SUID (Sudden Unexplained Infant Death). We hope to provide educational resources, grief support, community, and prayer to bereaved families. 

MEET OUR TEAM

The key to our success at Tiny Handprints is that the sum of our parts is much greater than each individual – that is, we have an amazing team whose unique talents combine to allow us to better serve our families.  Our Tiny Handprints family is made up of the combination of two families:  The Tennessee Williams, Ladd, Stephanie, Abby and Currin, and the Texas Williams, Scott, Traci and Beckham.  Although we share the same last name, the two families are not actually related.  Scott and Ladd were roommates in college, and their wives later became the best of friends.  We’ve been sharing vacations, blessings as tragedies together as a “family” for several years, and came together last year as a team with a new purpose: to reach out to other families who have experienced a loss to SIDS/SUID.

Stephanie Williams, President
Stephanie is a native of West Virginia who has made her home in middle Tennessee for over 15 years.  She is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.  She works part-time as an operations manager for a financial planning firm.  As President of Tiny Handprints, Stephanie leads the planning efforts for the organization and is responsible for initiating and maintaining contact with our families through mailing of our Survival Kits. 

Ladd Williams, Vice President
Ladd was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee.  He is a graduate of The Art Insitute of Dallas where he earned his degree in Visual Communications.  He is a salesman for a national plumbing and lighting supply company.  As Vice President, Ladd supports the efforts of the President, participates in the planning efforts of the organization, and aids in the development of advertising and marketing ideas. 

Stephanie and Ladd lost their first son, Jacob, to SIDS in January 2007.  They live in Murfreesboro with their daughter Abigail, age 2, and their newborn son Currin. 

Traci Williams, Secretary/Treasurer
Traci is Texas native.  She works as CFO and operations manager of a dental office.  As Secretary/Treasurer, Traci leads in the planning efforts of the organization and maintains the important business and financial records of the organization. 

Scott Williams, Chief Marketing Officer
Scott is also a native of Texas.  He is a graduate of UT Arlington where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design.  He is owner/operator of his graphic design company in Dallas.  As Chief Marketing Officer, Scott designs every piece of print and artwork for Tiny Handprints, from our logo and website, to our quarterly newsletters, event t-shirts and other print materials.  He also participates in the planning efforts of the organization.

Scott and Traci experienced a SIDS loss through Stephanie and Ladd. They live in Dallas with their son Beckham, age 4, and their dog Lamont. 

For more information, please e-mail us: contact@tinyhandprints.org

*2007 Tennessee Department of Health

Ladd, Stephanie
& Abigail Williams

Scott, Traci
& Beckham Williams