Adam Falk: President
Adam Falk is originally from Lee’s Summit, Missouri. He met his wife, a French citizen, in 1999 while she was an exchange student at Georgetown and he was a cadet at West Point in New York. They married in France while Adam was stationed in Germany. After leaving the U.S. Army in 2005, he pursued an MBA at HEC and la vie française. Upon graduation, Adam worked as a consultant, then moved into Corporate Strategy at Airbus Group. He currently works in Mergers & Acquisitions for Hensoldt, a German defense electronics company.
Adam lives near Lyon with his wife and two of his three daughters and golden retriever. His oldest daughter is at university in Canada.
Emilie Sendra: Secretary
Originally from France, Emilie returned to the Lyon area after several years in Detroit and San Francisco. A mechanical engineer in the automotive industry, she moved to the U.S. for work and loved discovering new places, meeting inspiring people, and experiencing the American spirit of optimism and energy. She joined ACL at the end of 2024 to stay connected to U.S. culture and build new friendships. As our new Secretary, Emilie is excited to support the community and share her local knowledge with fellow members.
In her free time, she enjoys CrossFit, exploring Lyon on foot, trying new restaurants, and scuba diving.
Zoe Robert: Treasurer
Zoe’s journey has taken her back and forth across the Atlantic. She was born in France, moved to Texas at 3, moved back to France at 8, moved back to the U.S. in 2018—spending six years in Boston before coming back to France in 2024. Drawn by family, bakeries, and the vibrant lifestyle she missed, Zoe is now happily settled in Lyon. She currently works as a financial analyst at LDC, and previously served as a financial controller at a Boston startup.
In her free time, Zoe is always on the move—running, cycling, hiking, dancing, practicing yoga, and discovering the city’s amazing restaurants. Joining the ACL helped her quickly feel at home, and she’s excited to give back to the community as the club’s new treasurer.
Jaime de Brebisson: Membership Director
Originally from Idaho, Jaime has been living in France for 14 years, with her French husband and two kids. After spending seven years renovating a 16th-century farmhouse in the French countryside, she now resides in Lyon. Jaime stays active by diving, hiking and just being out and about. Jaime also enjoys reading, creating stained glass, and working on new projects.
Margaret-Rose Sridar: Events Coordinator
Margaret-Rose is a certified sommelier with 10 years of experience in education and an MSc in Geography from King’s College London. When she tastes wine, she’s captivated thinking about the geography and history behind its taste; each bottle not only shares a complex set of reasons for its individuality, but also has the power to make those stories tangible and sensory.
She loves connecting people from around the world over these stories! She grew up in Wisconsin, so when she’s not tasting wine she’s chatting with cheesemongers at Lyon’s beautiful markets or exploring local nature – camping, cycling, and hiking in the nearby Alps.
Amy Glancy: Newsletter Editor
Amy Glancy is a recent(ish) transplant from sunny Southern California who made the leap to Lyon on her own one year ago. With a long background in education, she now teaches English here in France and is enjoying the challenges and rewards of life abroad. After settling into her new city, Amy has embraced everything Lyon has to offer — from its beautiful architecture and excellent public transport to its perfect location for both spontaneous getaways and well-planned adventures.
Dari Bolifraud Goldman: Webmaster
Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Dari arrived in France in 2010, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Global Communications from the American University of Paris. She’s made Lyon her home since 2021 with her husband, daughter and their miniature bull terrier, Appa.
By day, Dari works as a software developer and is pursuing a Master’s of Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, knitting, running, cycling, and golf. After joining the ACL in 2024, she’s eager to contribute to this growing community.
Becky Reynaud: FAWCO Representative
Becky is originally from Berkeley and is a conference interpreter. She is married to a Frenchman, Denis, and has two grown daughters. She was co-President of the American Club with Eric Way from 2004 to 2006, and again with Beth Berry from 2012 to 2013. She is also the club’s FAWCO Representative, keeping members informed of the federation’s work to promote the interests of American expats.
Mark Gallops: Ambassador
Mark and his wife Ann moved to Lyon in the fall of 2017 after spending three decades working and living in New York and Brooklyn, first as a graduate student of Sociology at Columbia University, then directing media and market research for over 25 years at Time Inc. Upon retirement, the couple chose Lyon as their new home to explore France and the wider world.
Mark enjoys Lyon’s history, culture, gastronomy, architecture, and vibrant energy. You can often see Mark and his wife participating in the city’s many festivals—cinema, dance, music, theater, and of course the famous Fête des Lumières—they also take advantage of Lyon’s central location to discover the diverse regions of France. And, naturellement, ils aiment le vin !