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HeARTS GIVING HOPE: People Behind HeARTS

OFFICERS AND BOARD

Christiane Cargill-Kinney
HGH – Co-Founder and President, Attorney


Chris did her undergraduate work at University of California at Irvine, graduating with a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior. She went on to graduate magna cum laude from Pepperdine University School of Law, where she received her Juris Doctor. She currently works at LeClairRyan as a civil litigator in the firm's tort defense group. She also stays true to her passion for music, as the lead singer and pianist for the band Riddle the Sphinx. Chris’ unique experience in the entertainment and legal industries, along with her love of children and facilitating their growth, learning and creativity lends her to be a motivating role model for all those who have been enlightened by her compassion and dedication. Chris’ tenacity and ability to bring various key forces in the community together has garnered the attention and success of HeARTS.


M. Karene Cargill
HGH – Co-Founder, Vice President, Secretary, & Temporary Treasurer


Karene graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, with a degree in Merchandising and Communications and from Concordia University in Irvine with a BA in Liberal Arts with a Business Emphasis. She currently works in the office of the President at the District Office of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, in Irvine, CA. Her involvement in HeARTS allows her to use her passion for the arts, and her compassion for others to bring hope and healing to children. This passion is a driving force behind the success of the organization and its art programs.

DRUM CIRCLE MODERATORS


Christo Pellani
Drum Circle Moderator


Christo is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of talents. Recognized as a master drummer/percussionist, teacher, and healer, he facilitates human potential by creating experiences that blend principles of rhythm and sound awareness for personal expression and wellness. Christo’s musical journey led him from entertainment to community service by virtue of a series of life changing experiences with community drumming circles. After touring the world playing concerts with the likes of Air Supply, Mary Wells, The Shirrelles, and Fabien Mamman, he answered a spiritual calling to support people in unfolding the expression of their truth and purpose. His dedication to community service springs from his years as a social worker with various counseling and therapeutic recreation programs such as The Men’s Center of Los Angeles, The Rhythmic Arts Project, Mi Star and HeARTS.

ADVISORY BOARD

Jean Beres
Communications Promotions,
The Write Message

Ronald Borczon, MT-BC
Director of Music Therapy Program and Clinic,
Cal State University at Northridge

Sean P. Kinney
CFO, Electric Elephant Entertainment, Inc.
CEO, Fender Bender Films, Inc.

Sheena Metal
Music Promoter / Radio Host

Christo Pellani
Musician / Drum Circle Moderator

Dr. Lee Settgast
President and Executive Director,
The Los Angeles Nehemiah Project

Mark Strickland
National Director of Top 40 Radio Promotion,
All Access Music Group

Carla Trier
Fundraiser Guru Extraordinare!