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Children's Charity - Give Kids The World Village

OUR LEADERSHIP

LEADERSHIP TEAM


Caroline Schumacher, President & CEO

Caroline Schumacher, President & CEO
Caroline brings with her decades of experience working with nonprofit organizations, including nearly 20 years in volunteer management, fundraising, guest services and operations during an earlier stint at Give Kids The World. She most recently served as the President & CEO of the Astronaut Scholarship Fund (ASF). Read full bio.



Ian Cole, Chief Innovation Officer

Ian Cole, Chief Innovation Officer
In his role as chief innovation officer, Ian is responsible for the creation and execution of diverse initiatives designed to deliver unforgettable experiences for children and with critical illnesses and their families. Read full bio.


Danielle Deabler, Chief Advancement Officer

Danielle Deabler, Chief Advancement Officer
As a member of the executive leadership team, Danielle oversees creative strategy and fundraising for the integrated marketing, development, special event management and creative services teams with responsibility for driving charitable revenue and brand awareness. Read full bio.


Brad Hodum, Vice President of Finance

Brad Hodum, Vice President of Finance
Brad serves as vice president of finance and is responsible for directing all aspects of accounting operations and financial reporting; and providing strategic guidance for future growth. Read full bio.


Sara Valentine, Vice President of Human Resources

Sara Valentine, Vice President of Human Resources
Sara is responsible for driving talent management strategies to achieve long-term goals; conceptualizing the employee engagement and recognition programs; developing on-the-job training modules; ensuring a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; and much, much more. Read full bio.


John Louine, Senior Director of Village Operations

John Louine, Vice President of Operations
John oversees all operational departments at the Village – with primary responsibility for ensuring every department works collaboratively and effectively in creating magical experiences and unforgettable memories for wish families. Read full bio.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

John Nichols (Chairman)
Vice President, Field Sales
PepsiCo

Brandon Bruce
Vice President, Marketing
Gateway Attractions North America
Merlin Entertainments

Wayne Charness

Jonathan Dodd
August Rock Consulting, UK

Thom Geshay
President & CEO
Davidson Hotels & Resorts

Shannon Gravitte
Vice President, Public Affairs
AdventHealth

Robert Kantor
Vice President,
Business Analytics & Industrial Engineering
Universal Destinations & Experiences

Barry Kern
President & CEO
Kern Studios and Mardi Gras World

Gary Landwirth
President
Giving Ideas

Jordan Lomas

Richard E. "Rick" Mitchell
Shareholder
GrayRobinson, P.A.

James F. Moyle
Lazare Potter Giacovas & Moyle LLP

Tyrone Robinson
Vice President
In-Park Revenue
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Caroline Schumacher
President & CEO
Give Kids The World Village

Charles Seravalli
President
Seravalli Financial Group
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Michael J. Short

Steven R. Sparks

Katie Stretch
Senior Vice President
Operations
Walt Disney World Resort

Annetta Wilson
President
Annetta Wilson Media Training & Success Coaching

EXECUTIVE ADVISORY BOARD

Jim Abrahamsom
Chairman of the Board
Interstate Hotels & Resorts

Ken Blanchard
Founder
The Ken Blanchard Companies

Stephen F. Burns
Chairman of the Board
Wheaton World Wide Moving
Bekins Van Lines
Stevens Worldwide Van Lines

Robert K. Gault, Jr.

Donald N. Smith

Al Weiss
CEO
Weiss Advisors, LLC

Spence Wilson
Chairman of the Board
Kemmons Wilson Companies

Mark Woodbury
CEO
Universal Parks & Resorts

Children's Charity - Give Kids The World Village