The Board
April Stallworth, Board Chair
Director of Community Relations and Strategic Partnerships, Niles Township High School District 219
Greater Chicago Area, Illinois
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Founder & CEO of Strong Women Strong Lives
30 years experience as an Executive Administrative Support Professional in Corporations and Non-Profits
Trainer and Author for LinkedIn Learning
Racial Reconciliation Advisor & Equity Champion
Proud Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Why GALS?
As the product of an all-girls education from the 6th to 12th grade, I am extremely grateful for having the opportunity to mature in that environment. My love for learning, disciplined study habits, and leadership capabilities were all cultivated in a place just like the one that GALS, Inc. offers. As a lifelong learner, I believe in the power of education and I know that it can be the key to unlocking one's future. As an active Board Member, my mission is to be a support in whatever way can help each girl become the person they are destined to be.
Alexandra Merlino, Secretary
Finance Director, CicLAvia
Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Finance Director for CicLAvia
Executive Director for Partnership for Responsible Business
Served on the founding team for New Mexico Green Chambers of Commerce
Founder and CEO of Teres Kids
Founder and CEO of Authentics Home
Why GALS?
GALS Inc creates an inclusive environment where growth is nourished through personalized attention and Whole-Bodied Education during a crucial time in a girl’s life. I’ve become a board member of GALS Inc. to make the opportunity a reality for more girls.
Ken Fisher, Treasurer
Entrepreneur
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
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Finance Director for CicLAvia
Executive Director for Partnership for Responsible Business
Served on the founding team for New Mexico Green Chambers of Commerce
Founder and CEO of Teres Kids
Founder and CEO of Authentics Home
Why GALS?
I believe that by playing a part in educating, inspiring, and empowering our youth, I can create the largest positive impact within our society and on our planet. GALS Inc. is uniquely positioned to improve the odds of their students to function in the real world and, more importantly, to ensure their success as leaders and create happy, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.
Oyin Idowu
Technical Program Manager, Google LLC.
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Multi-talented IT professional with over 15 years of experience building enterprise networks and leading high performing teams.
Spent 8+ years providing strategic leadership and transforming technology infrastructure in K-12 leveraging local and federal grants.
Certified program and portfolio manager who has successfully executed multi-million dollar programs across multiple industries.
Why GALS
Gals Inc believes in “Empowering girls to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly, and thrive physically”. As someone who is very passionate about education and life skills, Gals embodies my beliefs about the greatness and uniqueness of the female child.
Shola Giwa
TBD
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Adrianna Foster
TBD
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