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Board of Directors

I Am Aria's Board of Directors serves as the governing body charged with providing oversight and counsel on matters related to the organization’s mission, vision, strategic plan, and financial sustainability. The composition of the board reflects a broad range of expertise, with all members demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering the safety and well-being of children through creative outlets.

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Founder & CEO

Laurie Best (Pseudonym L. B. Anne)

Owner, JOA Press Publishing, Best-selling Author, Creator of the WPL Academy, Founder, IAMARIA.org.

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Executive Director

Denise White

Educator, Pinellas County twenty-nine years.

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Treasurer

Paulette Julien

Real Estate Broker, Paulette Julien Real Estate, Retired Deputy Chief, Orange County Corrections.

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Director

Kristin Alongi

Part of an author-illustrator couple based in Tampa, Florida and the creators of the Brudders® children’s brand.

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Secretary

Mindi Trimble

Owner, Mindi Trimble Mentoring.

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Director

Laura Hardin

Contributing Writer, Well-Watered Women, Homeschool Educator.

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Director

Mariama Sims

Clinical Research Professional.

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I Am Aria.Org

I Am Aria is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit program that improves mental health through creativity in youth ages 10-17.

Email: info@iamaria.org

Phone: 727.202.2228

 

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