A passionate Educator and Entrepreneur, Dido graduated with a Master’s of Science in Secondary Education from the Johns Hopkins University School of Education. As a Teach For America Corps Member, he taught English in Miami for four years, before teaching and becoming an administrator at North Broward Prep School in Coconut Creek, Florida. Dido is also the founder of a non-profit organization called FitLit, whose mission is to use a blended curriculum of fitness and literature to empower youth. As an experienced brain trainer, Dido has positively impacted hundreds of parents and educators as well as thousands of students in the areas of emotional intelligence, mindful awareness, and positive psychology. His work has expanded throughout the United States as well as abroad in Jordan and Brazil. Dido is on a mission to make the world a happier, more productive, and more fulfilled place.

As Chief of Staff to Goldie Hawn at MindUP™, Iris brings over 10 years of experience in executive support. She joined MindUP I The Goldie Hawn Foundation in 2007, where she currently oversees the social media and communications strategy for the organization. Iris serves as the primary point of contact for all business matters pertaining to the Founder, and as a liaison to the executive team. Leveraging her expertise in the entertainment industry, Iris supports the initiatives of the Foundation and the Founder’s work, specifically in the areas of communications, media relations and event coordination.

Iris graduated from the College of Charleston with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational and Corporate Communication. Born and raised in France, she is fluent in French and has a strong understanding of global perspective. An accomplished equestrian and animal lover, Iris currently lives in Santa Monica, CA where she enjoys the diversity of her community.

Alyssa Lionetti is the Director, Product Integration and Partnerships at MindUP | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. Alyssa has a long history of working in education and in the non-profit sector. She graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Science in Education. Alyssa spent five years as a primary school teacher before going on to pursue her Masters of Education at the University of Toronto, OISE where she focused her studies on holistic education and mathematics anxiety. Upon completion of her Masters, she began her career in the non-profit sector working for an international charity that provided educational programming to educators and students, empowering them with knowledge, tools and resources to be global citizens. During this time, Alyssa developed a passion for technology solutions in education as well as data governance and strategy. She has taken this passion to her current role at MindUP, supporting the organizations digital transformation.

Joelle Schonberg is the Operations Manager at MindUP™ | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. Joelle graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and a Master’s of Industrial Relations from Queen’s University. Joelle has a passion for youth development and spent many years working at Muskoka Woods, a summer camp with the mission for youth to reflect and draw deeper meaning from fun experiences, giving them the confidence to shape their world. Joelle was previously the Business Manager of WE Schools Program, an innovative experiential service-learning program that engages educators around the world to empower youth with the skills, knowledge and motivation to bring positive change in themselves and the world.

Suzanne Lemberg is the Education Program Manager at MindUP™ | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Emory University and her Master of Arts in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education. Driven by a belief in the ability of all students to succeed, Suzanne is passionate about equipping students and educators with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive. Previously, Suzanne spent years as a K-2 educator holding various teacher and teacher-leader roles in Brooklyn. Most recently, she served as a program manager at an education non-profit, working to ensure strong literacy outcomes in NYC schools. During the current unprecedented times in education, Suzanne is thrilled to support schools and educators in creating positive, compassionate, and productive environments through the MindUP program. 

Dorie Schwartz is the Manager of Training at MindUP | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Child Study and Human Development and a Master of Arts in Elementary Education from Tufts University. Upon completing her master’s, she worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the education sector in Guyana. Most recently, she was a program manager at a nonprofit in New York City where she trained and coached educators in implementing an early literacy intervention. Dorie is guided by a deep respect and appreciation for educators, and is excited to bring her experience collaborating with and supporting them to MindUP’s training team.

Sera Anello serves as the Manager, Curriculum and Educational Content at MindUP | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. She is a passionate advocate for holistic education, drawing upon her background as a former elementary school teacher and a leader in social-emotional learning (SEL) within the School District of Philadelphia. Sera earned her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialized focus in SEL from the University of Virginia, paving the way for her career as a social-emotional learning consultant and professional development facilitator. Her expertise lies in the integration of curriculum development, SEL, and mindfulness education.

She is committed to crafting educational experiences that empower students academically, emotionally, and socially. She is on a mission to equip educators with the knowledge, tools, and resources necessary to enhance student outcomes and promote the overall well-being of entire school communities. Sera Anello is thrilled about supporting schools and educators in creating resilient, empathetic, and inclusive environments through the MindUP program.

Jess is the Customer Experience and Membership Manager at MindUP™ | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. Jess brings with her 20+ years of experience in the PreK-12 Educational Publishing space. She started her career working for a children’s book publisher and then moved on to working within global content service organizations. There she partnered and supported the worlds largest educational publishers to concept, develop, and deploy educational content. At MindUP™ Jess will serve the member community. She looks forward to connecting with the members of MindUP™ to learn and provide a best in class experience.

She studied communications and feels listening is the most crucial part of building partnerships. As a mother of two young children, she sees the impact world events have on our kids. She is passionate about mental and physical wellness for all.

Maizie Hamilton is the Administrative Coordinator at MindUP™ | The Goldie Hawn Foundation. Maizie received her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Health Studies and Mental Health & Addictions from McMaster University and a Master’s of Design with a specialization in Healthcare from OCAD University. Maizie is passionate about exploring how health experiences can be improved by design. She is also passionate about mental and physical health & wellness, inclusion, and community well-being. Maizie was previously the Inclusive Program Development Manager at a non-profit. She designed workshops to be offered to community organizations to provide training on accessibility, inclusivity, and key considerations when working with and alongside youth with exceptionalities.