Our Team
At Peace First, we believe in the power of collaboration and community. Meet the incredible individuals who have shaped Peace First into what it is today. Each member of our team brings unique talents, perspectives, and dedication to our mission of empowering young people to create a more just and peaceful world.
Our Board
Jonathan Mandle
Corrum Capital Management, Board Co-Chair
Jasmine Babers
Storyteller, Board Co-Chair
Andrae Allen
Managing Director, BlackRock's Aladdin Product Group
A Erin Ruane
Board Executive
Hammed Kayode Alabi
Social Entrepreneur
Howard Taylor
Executive Director, The Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children
Isaac Cudjoe
CEO, Peace First
Lavinya Stennett
CEO and Founder, The Black Curriculum
Melanie Habwe
Co-Chair of the Black Professionals Network for the Americas, BlackRock
Mohammad Sammour
Co-Founder MedeArts, Social Entrepreneur
Saumya Aggarwal
CEO and Co-Founder, Youth for Peace International
Winter BreeAnne Minisee
Social Impact Strategist
Our Staff
Dr. Isaac Cudjoe
CEO
As CEO, I lead Peace First's global strategy and guide our team as they help accelerate and amplify the impact of young changemakers in six of the world's largest regions.
Nadia Posada
Digital Marketing Consultant
I specialize in amplifying the unique voice of Peace First and sharing the inspiring stories of our community across digital platforms.
Obiye Emmanuel
Executive Assistant to the CEO
I provide high-level administrative support by managing the CEO’s calendar, travel, expenses, and board activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Amy Burns
Senior Finance Manager
I support Peace First with grant processing, accounts payable, expenses, and budgeting to help implement efficiency and accuracy in the finance team. I support young people who are doing great things in the world through financial administration.
We couldn’t have reached our current success without all your hard work and dedication. To all who have contributed, thank you for your outstanding work and commitment. Your efforts are the cornerstone of our journey toward a better world.
Deanna Froeber
Advancement Director
Hanna Stangebye
Advancement Coordinator
Jenny Love
Director of Organizational Change & Learning
Khanh Nguyen
Chief Operating Officer
Olatomiwa Olusesi
Senior Programs Coordinator
Sebastián Cruz
Learning Manager
Sushmina Baidya
Global Manager, Project Activation
Yousra Mshmsh
Global Manager, Impact Trainings
Adriana Suárez
Video Editor and Content Creator
Mohammad Sammour
Emeritus Global Director of Programs
Eric Dawson
CEO Emeritus
Xochilt Hernandez Leiva
CEO Emeritus
Gaelle Matar
Emeritus Senior Marketing and Communications Manager
Aziz Tworo
Global Manager, Youth Leadership
Beeta Ansari
Chief of Staff
Ernesto Chavezvaldivia
Podcast Host
I produce and host Peace First’s flagship podcast, Moments to Movements, where we explore the transformative stories of young changemakers turning moments of inspiration into powerful movements for social change.