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We are a group of passionate individuals who drive New Hope for Kids. Each team member brings unique skills, unwavering dedication to our cause, working tirelessly to support and uplift children and families during their most challenging times.

Our Staff

Meet the front line of our mission, each member bringing passion and specialized skills to our day-to-day operations.

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New Hope For Kids is governed by an amazing group of leaders and entrepreneurs in the Central Florida Community.

Our Staff

President & CEO

Brian Clark

Office Manager

Dana Duffie

Events Manager

Rhonda Schuh

Development assistant

Gilbert Figueroa

Associate Director/ Marketing and Volunteer Engagement

Gloria Capozzi

Wish Program Director

Tezmon Oehler-Williams

Accounting

Samirah Waugh

Media Specialist

Kaelyn Delisser

President & CEO

Brian Clark

President & CEO

Brian Clark

President & CEO

Brian Clark

Brian Clark

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Associate Director/ Marketing and Volunteer Engagement

Gloria Capozzi

Office Manager

Dana Duffie

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Grief Program Director

Tamari Miller

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Events Manager

Rhonda Schuh

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Wish Program Director

Tezmon Oehler

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Brian Clark

President & CEO

Brian Clark began serving as President and CEO of New Hope for Kids in January 2024. Brian has an extensive background in nonprofit leadership and a passion for making a positive impact on children’s lives. Having worked over 25 years in banking and financial services, Brian has been Trustee for many organizations including the Central Florida Expressway Authority, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, and the University of Central Florida. He has consistently demonstrated a long-standing commitment to the community, serving as Board Chair for the Jacksonville Speech and Hearing Center, Board member of the Housing Finance Authority for St. Johns County, and as an Advisory Board member for the YMCA. His strategic vision and innovative approach align perfectly with the mission of New Hope for Kids. Brian graduated from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance. He and his wife Sharon have two adult children and like to spend their spare time with family and friends enjoying life to the fullest.


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Dana Duffie

Office Manager

Dana’s first experience with New Hope was in 2002 after the death of her 16-year-old daughter, Sarah. She and her daughter, Amy, participated in our grief program where they both experienced the life-changing benefits New Hope provides. Dana now offers her experience to others by leading an adult grief support group at her church and by writing for various local organizations on the topic of grief. In June 2006, after years of extensive volunteer work and care-giving, Dana proudly rejoined the workforce as New Hope’s Office Manager. In addition to the traditional duties of this position, she also provides support for the finance, event, volunteer, wish and development directors and administrative assistance for the executive director.

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Rhonda Schuh

Events Manager

Rhonda grew up in Southwest Michigan and attended school at Lake Michigan College. She has been part of the New Hope for Kids family since 1989 when her daughter was granted a wish, and understands what it’s like to be the parent of a child with serious medical issues. Rhonda also brings with her a special insight when working with the families of our grief program. The death of her dad in 1969 and her newborn son, Sammy, in 1980 were 2 significant losses that deeply affected her life. When not planning family support events and fundraisers, Rhonda enjoys spending time with friends and family.

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Gloria Capozzi

Associate Director/ Marketing and Volunteer Engagement

Gloria joined New Hope for Kids in August 2011. She graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelors degree in Finance and a minor in Marketing. Gloria is responsible for the care, coordination and communication of volunteer activities of the organization. She will also work with staff to develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies that will celebrate and expand New Hope for Kids mission and increase the awareness in the Central Florida community. Prior to joining the New Hope for Kids family, Gloria was the Director of Program Marketing for Art & History Museums, Maitland. She lives in Maitland with her husband, where she enjoys renovating their new home and collecting art.

Email: [email protected]
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Tezmon Oehler

Wish Program Director

Tezmon joined the New Hope family in 2017. Her previous career as a television producer introduced her to the world of wish granting. Working on the hit television show “Hannah Montana” she was the set liaison for wish families from all around the world. Seeing the impact of a wish first hand inspired her to become a celebrity wish escort. Tezmon’s desire to become more involved in the wish process lead her to become a wish granter for Make-A-Wish. She is excited to continue her wish journey at New Hope for Kids. In her free time she enjoys traveling, Disney 10k’s, and redesign projects.

Email: [email protected]
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Kaelyn Delisser

Media Specialist

Kaelyn Delisser joined New Hope for Kids in 2023 as an intern and now serves as the organization’s Media Specialist. In addition to her role, she is a full-time student at the University of Central Florida, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Marketing, along with a minor in Digital Media. Kaelyn is a driven and passionate professional with expertise in digital media marketing, SEO, and marketing analytics. Her dedication to helping others and making a positive impact shines through in every project she takes on. At New Hope for Kids, Kaelyn is inspired by the opportunity to create meaningful change in the lives of children and families. She is committed to connecting people with the organization’s transformative resources, brightening their lives in impactful ways, and bringing hope to those who need it most.
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Tamari Miller

Grief Program Director

At the heart of the Center for Grieving Children you’ll find Tamari Miller, our Grief Services Program Director. Prior to entering this position in 2000, she worked with at-risk youth and foster children in the Central Florida area, Lansing, MI, and Montgomery, AL. Her professional experiences and personal childhood grief experience (the loss of her mother at age 17) have served as valuable resources to address the needs of the grieving children we serve. Tamari earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology in 1994 from Texas Southern University in Houston. She furthered her education by receiving a Master of Arts degree in Community/Agency Counseling from Michigan State University in Lansing, MI in 1998. Tamari and her husband, Jerome, have 2 very active and precious sons.

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