LEADERSHIP AND STAFF

  • Jerry Hartman, President

    Jerry serves as the Foundation’s President, where he guides and oversees the executive responsibilities of the Foundation. He also provides strategic direction and day-to-day management of the organization’s functions.

  • Bill O'Reilly, Vice President

    Billy serves as the Foundation’s Vice President, where he assists in guiding and overseeing the executive responsibilities of the Foundation. He also provides strategic direction of the organization’s functions.

  • Danielle Payton, Operations Director

    Danielle manages the operations and administrative functions of the Foundation including external relations, internal systems, and board management. Danielle holds her Master’s degree in Social Work with a Community and Policy focus from Temple University, and has over 10 years of experience in the nonprofit sector.

  • Wyndy Sloan, Development Director

    Wyndy leads our development team and comes to us with fifteen years of experience in fundraising, communications, and strategic development. She holds her Master’s in Fundraising and Philanthropy from New York University and her Bachelor’s in Advertising from The University of Texas

  • Aaron Stiner, Executive Administrator

    Aaron focuses on special projects that support the administration, staff, and executives of the Foundation. Aaron holds his Master’s in Nonprofit Studies from Arizona State University and has more than 15 years of experience working in the nonprofit sector.

  • Belinda Kanga, Social Media Coordinator

    With a Master's in Business Intelligence, Belinda excels at building brands from scratch. Over the past 3 years, she has worked with startups and multiple organizations, crafting tailored engagement strategies and using analytics to optimize content, fostering growth and sparking online conversations. Passionate about blending analytics with creative storytelling, Belinda enhances online presence and drives impactful results.

  • Gia Fazah, Social Media Administrator

    Gia is a seasoned brand marketing manager with 15 years experience in the dynamic and fast-paced advertising industry. Throughout her career, she had the opportunity to work in diverse and vibrant locations such as Dubai, Beirut, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Passionate about equality, Gia joins us as our Social Media Administrator to create powerful storytelling and engaging visuals. She aims to amplify voices, spark conversations, and drive meaningful change.

  • Ghazaleh Fotoohi, Research and Administrative Coordinator

    Ghazaleh functions as a Research and Administrative Coordinator at The Barbara McDowell Foundation, contributing to essential functions that support the organizations mission. With a dedication to social justice, and a commitment to making a difference, Ghazaleh brings a passion for community engagement to her role. She holds a BFA in Integrated Media from The Ontario College of Art and Design University.