Ken Wessel, a resident of Vero Beach, Florida and founder of Wessell Fragrances, holds over 50 years of experience in the fragrance industry, having worked for various organizations. Outside his professional experience, Ken Wessel is affiliated with multiple groups and organizations, including the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County.

The Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County, founded in 1982, supports community individuals impacted by memory and mobility illnesses (such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's) by providing emotional and physical assistance to caregivers and their loved ones. The organization offers social respite programs, educational seminars, project lifesavers, and support groups, among other services.

As a non-profit organization, The Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County relies heavily on private donors and the support of community members. The community members' and donors' generosity enables the organization to offer various programs and provide many services in novel ways. It is also through the support that the organization has grown from a small group to the multi-service professional organization it is today.

Each year, The Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County continues to develop more strategies and expand its capabilities to enhance the affected group's quality of life via education, support, and connection. The group believes that doing so helps accomplish their vision, ensuring no individual in Indian River County is left alone to face a movement or memory disorder.