About Peaceful Hugs

Robert is a seasoned senior financial analyst with more than 25 years of experience at General Motors. His extensive background includes managing and evaluating budgets, forecasts, and manufacturing financials, with a strong emphasis on internal controls, policies, and compliance. Robert currently serves as an adjunct professor at Henry Ford College, where he teaches business courses, and he remains deeply involved at Detroit’s historic Little Rock Baptist Church. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.

Cindy is a trusted senior wealth management advisor who brings a human centered approach to wealth and tax planning, leading with purpose and guiding a diverse group of clients through complex financial decisions and strategies, in addition to accessing private market opportunities. One of the most rewarding aspects of her career is the opportunity to empower women through her “women helping women” initiative. Her practice is built on a belief that relationships—not numbers—come first. She builds strong, collaborative relationships by listening deeply, offering thoughtful guidance, and providing clear, confidence-building financial plans. Active in her community, she serves on several nonprofit boards and remains dedicated to helping clients achieve long-term financial security. Cindy holds a bachelor’s degree from Northeastern Illinois University.

Aimee is the Senior Academic Advisor for Women’s and Gender Studies at Texas Tech University, bringing a wealth of experience in student recruitment, retention, management, public relations, and leadership development. Her diverse career includes roles as a public-school teacher, operations manager, associate director of admissions, training specialist, and learning and development analyst. Through sponsoring STEM-focused student organizations and mentoring both students and colleagues, Aimee has empowered women and girls to embrace confidence, recognize their worth, and pursue their full potential. She is deeply committed to expanding opportunities for underserved and marginalized communities, helping create pathways to independence and long-term success.

Amy’s path—from earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work to becoming a highly regarded real estate professional—reflects her exceptional ability to understand people’s needs and emotions. Her work at Craig Hospital, supporting individuals with spinal cord and brain injuries, sharpened her empathy and intuition, skills she now seamlessly applies to helping clients navigate the real estate market. Known for her keen ability to read non-verbal cues and body language, Amy ensures her clients feel heard, understood, and supported. A Certified Negotiation Expert, she has earned the prestigious 5280 Five Star Professional award every year from 2010 to 2022. A native of Palos Verdes and fluent in Spanish, Amy’s extensive travels around the world enhance her ability to serve clients from diverse backgrounds. Her lasting client relationships speak to her commitment to community, trust, and service.

Mary is an Early Childhood Professional with more than 30 years of experience across the childcare industry. Currently managing family support services in the office of child protective services at the Department of Health and Human Services, she has held management positions with large corporate child and youth services organizations, including for the U.S. military overseas. Her roles have spanned classroom teacher, director, and regional manager, and she has consistently strengthened program enrollment, built strong family partnerships, and supported high-quality educational environments. Mary is highly skilled in Child Care Licensing and is active in Great Start to Quality and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. She has a proven record of leading new center start-ups, building strong teams, and elevating operational excellence for children and families. Mary holds a bachelor’s degree from Liberty University.

Temwa serves as the Executive Director of Pamoza International, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Born in Malawi and raised in the United States, she is deeply committed to building cross-cultural partnerships to address poverty. Pamoza’s vision is to transform the lives of children and families in under-resourced communities through Christian outreach and sustainable community development. Its mission focuses on uniting people to alleviate suffering and despair by meeting basic needs, fostering self-reliance, and encouraging environmental stewardship. Pamoza’s work spans education, healthcare, agriculture and food security, and economic empowerment. Since stepping into the Executive Director role in 2013, Temwa has expanded the organization’s staff to more than 35 full-time employees in Malawi and has increased its revenue more than fourfold. Visit www.Pamoza.org

Mark has long been driven by the goal of using for-profit enterprises to fuel philanthropic efforts, a vision he now actively pursues through several nonprofit initiatives, with a particular focus on Peaceful Hugs. An experienced executive with a proven track record in turning around organizations, Mark has held senior leadership roles across both high-growth startups and established Fortune 500 companies. His career has been centered on boosting revenue, optimizing operations, and enhancing profitability, all while elevating customer engagement and satisfaction to new heights. Mark earned an Associate degree in Communications and a Bachelor's degree in Business, graduating summa cum laude from Lynn University. In addition to his business accomplishments, Mark is preparing to further offer support to those in need through a Master’s degree in Theology, Justice and Public life at Princeton Theological Seminary.