OUR LEADERSHIP
Henri Landwirth
Founder
Like the special children Give Kids The World Village serves, its founder, Henri Landwirth, a holocaust survivor, knew all too well what it was like to give up childhood. Read full bio.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Pamela Landwirth, President & CEO
Pamela has been part of Give Kids The World since 1992, and was chosen to lead the Village in 1995. As President and CEO, she is responsible for the operations of the Village and all strategic advancement initiatives for the organization. Read full bio.
Amy Racicot, Chief Financial Officer
As chief financial officer, Amy serves as a key advisor to the Board, president and leadership team, providing counsel in the financial and operational management of Give Kids The World Village. Read full bio.
Ian Cole, Chief Innovation Officer
In his role as chief innovation officer, Ian is responsible for the creation and execution of diverse initiatives designed to deliver unforgettable experiences for children and with critical illnesses and their families. Read full bio.
Danielle Deabler, Chief Advancement Officer
As a member of the executive leadership team, Danielle oversees creative strategy and fundraising for the integrated marketing, development, special event management and creative services teams with responsibility for driving charitable revenue and brand awareness. Read full bio.
Brad Hodum, Vice President of Finance
Brad serves as vice president of finance and is responsible for directing all aspects of accounting operations and financial reporting; and providing strategic guidance for future growth. Read full bio.
Sara Valentine, Vice President of Human Resources
Sara is responsible for driving talent management strategies to achieve long-term goals; conceptualizing the employee engagement and recognition programs; developing on-the-job training modules; ensuring a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; and much, much more. Read full bio.
John Louine, Vice President of Operations
John oversees all operational departments at the Village – with primary responsibility for ensuring every department works collaboratively and effectively in creating magical experiences and unforgettable memories for wish families. Read full bio.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Nichols (Chairman)
Vice President, S&D Operations
PepsiCo
Brandon Bruce
Vice President, Marketing
Gateway Attractions North America
Merlin Entertainments
Wayne Charness
Jonathan Dodd
Thom Geshay
CEO & President
Davidson Hotels & Resorts
Shannon Gravitte
Vice President, Public Affairs,
AdventHealth
Dina Howell
Robert Kantor
Vice President,
Business Analytics & Industrial Engineering
Universal Destinations & Experiences
Barry Kern
President & CEO
Kern Studios and Mardi Gras World
Gary Landwirth
Jordan Lomas
Richard E. "Rick" Mitchell
Of Counsel
GrayRobinson, P.A.
James F. Moyle
Lazare Potter Giacovas & Moyle LLP
Cathleen Nash
Charles Seravalli
President
Seravalli Financial Group
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Michael J. Short
Steven R. Sparks
Jeff Vahle
President
Walt Disney World Resort
Annetta Wilson
President
Annetta Wilson Media Training & Success Coaching
EXECUTIVE ADVISORY BOARD
Jim Abrahamsom
Chairman of the Board
Interstate Hotels & Resorts
Ken Blanchard
Founder
The Ken Blanchard Companies
Stephen F. Burns
Chairman of the Board
Wheaton World Wide Moving
Bekins Van Lines
Stevens Worldwide Van Lines
William N. Plamondon
Donald N. Smith
Al Weiss
CEO
Weiss Advisors, LLC
Spence Wilson
Chairman of the Board
Kemmons Wilson Companies