Compassion. Experience. Results.
Meet the team behind Ivy Surrogacy—trusted professionals guiding families through every step of the surrogacy and egg donation journey.
About Ivy Surrogacy
At Ivy Surrogacy, we are a full-service surrogacy and egg donation agency in the U.S., dedicated to helping families worldwide grow through assisted reproduction. With deep medical roots and years of hands-on experience, our mission is to provide ethical, transparent, and highly personalized care to every intended parent and surrogate.
🤝Why Families Trust Us
Our founders and leadership team bring decades of combined experience in fertility care, IVF coordination, nursing, case management, and reproductive counseling. Before launching Ivy Surrogacy, we worked side by side with leading IVF clinics, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the surrogacy and egg donation process from both the medical and emotional perspective.
We take pride in our team’s professionalism, empathy, and cultural fluency. Our bilingual staff supports families from the U.S., China, Latin America, and beyond, making sure no one feels lost in translation. With Ivy Surrogacy, every journey is met with care, clarity, and unwavering support.
What makes us different? We only charge agency fees after your surrogate passes both medical and psychological screening—ensuring your trust is earned through action, not just promises.
🧑⚕️ Guided by Experts
At Ivy Surrogacy, our work is supported by a distinguished panel of medical and legal advisors.
Our medical advisors include board-certified reproductive endocrinologists who oversee medical protocols and provide expert insight throughout the screening, transfer, and pregnancy stages.
Our legal advisors are specialists in assisted reproductive law, offering guidance on contracts, parentage rights, and cross-border legal compliance—especially important for international intended parents.
With the support of these experts, we ensure that every surrogacy and egg donation journey is legally sound, medically safe, and emotionally supported.
Chris brings over two decades of diverse experience in the healthcare and fertility industries, combining a strong medical foundation with strategic business expertise. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the prestigious Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, and began her career as a Registered Nurse at Peking Union Medical College Hospital—widely regarded as one of China’s top medical institutions.
Driven by a passion for advancing healthcare beyond clinical settings, Chris transitioned to Johnson & Johnson, where she held multiple roles across sales, marketing, and medical education, gaining a deep understanding of healthcare operations from both business and patient-care perspectives.
She later earned her MBA from the University of California, Irvine, graduating with distinction. This blend of medical knowledge and business acumen paved the way for her next chapter at Hanabusa IVF / Asian Egg Bank, where she acquired first-hand expertise in surrogacy and egg donation. Over the years, she has guided countless intended parents, surrogates, and egg donors through every step of the process.
At Ivy Surrogacy, Chris is recognized for her holistic, medically informed approach. With more than ten years of clinical and IVF clinic experience, she offers intended parents insights that go far beyond a typical agency perspective—considering not only logistical and emotional factors but also nuanced medical details. Her goal is to provide valuable, well-rounded guidance to help families achieve their dreams of parenthood.
“I love the feeling of being a mom, and I feel deeply honored to walk alongside parents during their unique journey to creating a family.”
Kelli has a deep rooted background in OBGYN and Fertility. From a young age she wanted to work with families and babies. Starting at the age of 10 she went to work with her mother at a family clinic for the under privileged that focused on OBGYN and pediatrics. She later volunteered at that clinic for many years to earn her high school volunteer hours and because she liked the work she was doing. During her years in college to put herself through school she was a nanny and babysitter helping take care of children. During that time she learned what IVF, egg donation and surrogacy consisted of.
A few years after graduating with a Bachelors in Psychology and minor in Women’s Studies from California Lutheran University; Kelli found a job working for a surrogacy and egg donation agency. She started with doing intake for surrogacy and helping with egg donation. A few months later the agency needed a case manager and Kelli stepped into that role and loved every aspect of it. She took other opportunities working in fertility clinics and other agencies, She even helped an egg donor agency move into the surrogacy realm.
Kelli then starting wanting to focus on trying to have a family of her own; she faced the same issues that her clients were having to deal with. After multiple miscarriages and an IVF cycle where she found out she had a genetic issues that would prohibit her from having a biological child of her own. Upon further medical tests she found out pregnancy would be life threatening.
After these discoveries, it was Kelli’s mission to find an agency that aligned with her personal values and mission to help families one baby at a time. IVY Surrogacy has been that agency.
“Fertility struggles are heartbreaking and knowing first hand how challenging creating a family can be, I want to treat each case with as much compassion as possible.”
Having the opportunity to assist women in building families has been the most rewarding experience. My journey as a mother of three children has given me a unique perspective on the joy of loving and raising a child. It has been life changing being part of finding suitable surrogates for intended parents.
Hi, my name is Rachel. I have been with Ivy since 2022 as an intake specialist. Outside of my role here, I am also a certified doula, and I am getting my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, both of which inform my work here with our surrogates. I am so grateful to work alongside an amazing team of women everyday with the shared goal of helping families!
As an intake specialist with a background in social work, my experience has given me a strong foundation in understanding people’s needs and providing support. Working at IVY Surrogacy, I help guide surrogates as they begin their incredible journey, ensuring they feel informed and cared for every step of the way. It’s deeply rewarding to be part of such a meaningful process, knowing the impact it has on families and the surrogates themselves.
Hello! My name is Becca Denton, and I have been a dedicated surrogate case manager for over 10 years. During my career, I’ve had the privilege of helping bring families together and supporting women through the surrogacy process. I’ve successfully completed four surrogacy journeys, three of which involved twins — each experience has been incredibly rewarding and life-changing.In addition to my professional experience, I am a proud mother of two wonderful children. My personal experiences have shaped my deep empathy and passion for assisting others on their surrogacy journeys. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources, which has provided me with the skills to effectively manage and navigate the various complexities of surrogacy and human relationships. I am committed to making a positive impact on every journey I am a part of and to ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for all those involved.
Hey there, I’m Cindy. I have both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in healthcare administration. I’ve been in the health care industry for more than 12 years. I have been specifically in the egg donation and surrogacy field since 2017 and fell in love with it right away. This field provides me with the opportunity to help build many families. It’s a very rewarding feeling!
I am a Client Case Manager at Ivy Surrogacy, and I’ve been working in the field of assisted reproduction since 2017. My journey began as a clinical coordinator in third-party reproduction and I’ve worked at two major fertility centers here in California, where I discovered my passion for helping intended parents through surrogacy and egg donation.
I have bachelor’s degree in Communication and am a certified medical assistant. I’m detail-oriented, constantly learning, and truly enjoy working with individuals and families from all over the world. Helping people navigate this life-changing journey is both a responsibility and an honor. Every time we receive a positive pregnancy result, I still feel the same excitement I did when I first entered this field. Sharing that joyful news with intended parents remains one of the most rewarding parts of my role and reminds me why I love this work.
Outside my professional life, I enjoy cooking, exploring amusement parks and spending time with my 3 year old son. Watching him grow has given me an even deeper appreciation for the ups and downs of parenthood, and it fuels my commitment to supporting others on their path to building a family.
Encheng Cheng brings over two decades of medical and healthcare experience to his role as International Client Director at Ivy Surrogacy. Trained in clinical medicine at Shandong University Medical School, he later practiced at the prestigious Peking Union Medical College Hospital, where he worked alongside leading surgeons and gained invaluable clinical expertise.
Before moving to the United States, Encheng helped shape China’s digital healthcare landscape. At Haodf.com, China’s largest and most respected online healthcare platform, he was an early founding team member. He built the industry’s first large-scale online medical triage system, leading a fifty-member team of medical professionals and matching nearly 8,000 new patient consultations daily with the right specialists. This innovation set the benchmark for online healthcare in China, and the platform now serves millions of patients nationwide.
Later, as co-founder and COO of White Angel, Encheng led a twenty-person team to create one of China’s largest medical education platforms, producing more than 8,000 original training videos in partnership with top hospitals.
After relocating to the U.S. with his family, Encheng combined his medical expertise with a passion for helping families grow. Over the past several years, he has advised thousands of intended parents from China on IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy, guiding them with clarity and compassion. Many families have realized their dream of parenthood thanks to his support.
In addition to consultations, Encheng has authored hundreds of educational articles on fertility and reproductive care. His science-based writings enjoy wide readership among Chinese intended parents, and many families first reached Ivy Surrogacy after encountering his work. Known affectionately as “Dr. Cheng,” he is regarded as a trusted source of knowledge in the community.
Encheng also contributes to academic publishing. He serves on the editorial board of China Digital Medicine and reviews for Digital Medicine and the Journal of Medical Internet Research, reflecting his dedication to advancing global knowledge in digital health and reproductive medicine.
Today, as International Client Director at Ivy Surrogacy, Encheng continues to bridge cultures, share knowledge, and provide personalized support to intended parents worldwide.
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Dr. Alison Peck’s Mission Statement: To help and educate people about the beauty of their bodies so they perform optimally to create families through health, wellness, and scientific progress.
Since 2006, Dr. Peck has been practicing in the Los Angeles area, providing personalized care and support to individuals and couples facing reproductive challenges. As a respected member of the medical community, she has made significant contributions to the field of reproductive medicine and has established herself as a trusted expert in her specialty.
Dr. Peck’s journey into reproductive medicine began with her residency at the renowned LA County USC Women’s and Children’s Hospital, where she honed her clinical skills and developed a deep understanding of the complexities of women’s health. In 2003, she successfully completed her residency, equipped with a solid foundation in obstetrics and gynecology.
Driven by her passion for helping patients struggling with infertility, Dr. Peck pursued specialized training in reproductive endocrinology and fertility. She completed her fellowship at the esteemed Albert Einstein College of Medicine in 2006, where she gained comprehensive expertise in assisted reproductive technologies, hormonal disorders, and reproductive surgery.
With over 20 years of experience in the field, Dr. Peck has dedicated her career to helping individuals and couples overcome infertility challenges and fulfill their dreams of starting or expanding their families. Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Peck is a devoted mother of three children. Her personal experiences as a parent have further deepened her empathy and understanding for her patients’ struggles, making her a compassionate and relatable fertility specialist. In recognition of her leadership and commitment to advancing women’s health, she was recently nominated for the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2025 Valley Women’s Leadership Awards, a testament to her influence in both the medical and local communities.
Dr. Diana LeBlanc is Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate reproductive care. She has a deep understanding of the field of ART with an interest in PCOS, DOR, and Family Balancing. Her focus is on implementing individualized patient protocols to maximize a patient’s chance of conception.
She recognizes the limitation of conventional IVF and is a strong advocate of Natural IVF and Minimal Stimulation IVF. She has worked closely with Dr. Chang since 2020 and oversees our Low Complexity IVF, Reciprocal Low Complexity IVF, and Ovarian Rejuvenation (PRP) programs. She would be ideal for first-time fertility patients or those who have tried IUI and moving on to IVF.
She has also spent several years working in the Middle East, building her IVF experience. She is proud of her years at Fakih IVF, one of the leading Infertility Clinics in Dubai. In 2020, she traveled to Athens, Greece, to learn hands-on training from the top physicians at Genesis Clinic who pioneered the Ovarian PRP protocol.
Her education and training include Universitie Catholic de Louvain in Belgium, Louisiana State University, and the University of Connecticut/St Francis hospital in Hartford, CT. She also holds a master’s degree in healthcare management from UT Dallas.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, yoga, and spending time with family, and is fluent in French and Arabic.
Dr. Rafif Z. Moussa is a distinguished obstetrics and gynecology specialist specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). Trained under the mentorship of Dr. Howard Jones, a pioneer of IVF in the United States, she earned her degree from the Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine, where the first IVF baby in the country was born. Dr. Moussa excels in a range of advanced reproductive techniques, including IVF, IUI, ICSI, and PGD.
As an American Board Certified physician, Dr. Moussa is deeply committed to patient care, research, and education. Her research interests include the impact of fibroids on IVF outcomes and optimizing ovarian stimulation protocols. Additionally, she serves as an assistant professor for Reproductive Clinical Science Programs at Eastern Virginia Medical School, ensuring that the next generation of physicians is equipped with clinical proficiency and empathy.
Dr. John Norian is a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist with HRC Fertility. His philosophy in helping those realize their dream of having a family combines both the precision and science of reproductive medicine with a warm and compassionate style of doctoring. Successful fertility treatments involve a high level of scientific knowledge, an advanced embryology lab, and also the ability to clearly develop and carry out a patient-centered treatment plan. He is passionate about helping women and men achieve their goals of family building in a cost-sensitive manner with different payment options available. In addition, Dr. Norian also focuses his practice on assisting LGBTQ men and women as they become parents through advanced reproductive care.
His expertise includes in-vitro fertilization (IVF), pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT) of embryos, IVF with donor eggs, gestational surrogacy, nutrition’s impact upon fertility, inherited genetic screening, and recurrent miscarriages. He and his team regularly achieve the highest pregnancy rates in the United States while providing high quality, personalized care to both individuals living in the U.S. and also to international patients throughout the world.
Dr. John Norian, double board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons, completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine program in New York and his fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland.
Dr. Norian has authored over 25 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters focusing on reproductive biology and infertility. He has earned numerous distinctions and awards throughout his career. Several of his often-cited articles have helped to broaden our scientific understanding and have guided clinical care. When in fellowship at the NIH, Dr. Norian was a Lieutenant Commander in the United States Public Health Service and had the privilege of providing care for military families.
Dr. Norian is involved in several national fertility-focused organizations. As an emeritus board of Family Equality and an active supporter of the Men Having Babies non-profit, he continues to advocate for LGBTQ patients and their reproductive care. He is a member of the Cade Foundation’s Advisory Council which supports patients with family building grants for fertility treatments or adoption services. He is a leader within the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technologies (SART) and is an active member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology (ACOG). Dr. Norian is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology of two local Southern Californian medical schools. His personal interests include trail running, reading and enjoying time in the outdoors with his family.
Brian Klein, owner and managing attorney of the firm, joined Klein Fertility Law in 2011, where he practices exclusively in the area of fertility law.
As the managing attorney of the firm, every year Brian assists hundreds of families through the surrogacy and egg donation process.
Brian also leads Klein Fertility Law’s team for international relations. Brian Klein is a frequent guest speaker at international surrogacy seminars to provide guidance on cross-border surrogacy and egg donation issues, and to provide insight on California’s laws. He is a member of the legal committee in the Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy (SEEDS).
Brian is licensed to practice law in the State of California.
Fertility law attorney Rich Vaughn combined his passion for family formation with over 20 years of experience in business and technology law and founded International Fertility Law Group (IFLG), one of the most successful and best-known law firms in the world focusing on assisted reproductive technology law.
Rich Vaughn first studied reproductive and fertility law at Loyola University Chicago School of Law in the early 1990s. In 1993, Rich began providing litigation, contract, technology, marketing and corporate legal services to individual clients, companies and municipalities in Chicago and Los Angeles. During his own experience of becoming a parent via egg donation and surrogacy, Rich discovered a renewed passion for fertility law and launched IFLG, which focuses exclusively on assisted reproductive technology legal services. Since then he’s had the opportunity to help thousands of intended parents from all over the world create families via assisted reproduction.
In addition to his busy legal practice, Rich devotes numerous volunteer hours to advancing the field of ART law and is a dedicated advocate for LGBT intended parents and families. He is immediate past chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Family Law Section Committee on Assisted Reproductive Technology, which played a leading role in developing model legislation to assist states in regulating assisted reproductive technology medical providers and donor and surrogacy agencies. He is a founder of and speaker at the first Cambridge University International Surrogacy Symposium held in June 2019. He served on the National Board of Path2Parenthood (formerly American Fertility Association) and is an active member of the California Bar Association (CBA) and its Family Law Section, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Legal Professionals Group, and the National LGBT Bar Association. He has been published in numerous professional journals, including the American Bar Association’s SciTech Lawyer, for which he also served as issue editor, International Family Law Journal, Family Law Review, American Journal of Fertility Law and the Australian Family Law Journal; he has presented at numerous legal and family-building conferences around the U.S., including Yale University School of Law and California Western School of Law; and he has been cited as a fertility law expert in numerous reports, including The Washington Post, CNN, National Public Radio (NPR), Parenting Magazine Live, and The ABA Journal, to name a few. Away from the office, Rich is a proud advocate for LGBT equality and gay and lesbian parenting as a member and supporter of the Family Equality Council and provides community service in the medical, health and wellness industries. He is also an experienced fitness instructor, triathlete, a former paramedic, and board member of a medical device company. In 2008, Rich and his spouse, Tommy Woelfel, were married in California and became the proud parents, through egg donation and surrogacy, of twin sons Aiden and Austin.
Kristen has been at the forefront of breakthroughs in the healthcare industry since starting her legal practice. She has over ten years of experience in the Medical Tourism industry, specializing in the surrogacy and egg donation process on a global level.
Her passion is being a part of the journey in the assisted reproductive technology process of her clients worldwide. Kristen represents clients in drafting legal agreements to be executed with surrogates and intended parents. She also represents parties engaged in egg, sperm, and embryo donations. Her legal background in the healthcare industry makes her a force in ensuring the journey for all parties involved is as honest and positive as possible. Kristen obtained her law degree from Loyola Law School, Los Ángeles, CA where she served as the Managing Editor of the International and Comparative Law Review. While attending law school, her academic pursuits focused on global healthcare and medical tourism. Kristen sees it as her responsibility and honor to provide expert legal representation to gestational carriers, donors, and intended parents, to help couples and individuals realize their dream of a family.
💞 More Than Just a Surrogacy Agency
We believe that every family’s journey is unique—and so is the support they deserve. Whether you’re navigating IVF and embryo transfer as an intended parent, or pursuing surrogacy as a way to give back, we are here to walk beside you at every step.
From the first consultation to delivery day and beyond, Ivy Surrogacy is committed to making the path to parenthood clear, secure, and deeply meaningful.