.png)
One Life Project Staff and Leadership Team
Senior Executive President's Office: Leadership Team
_edited.jpg)
About Me
Alexander Kovarovic is the founder and President of the One Life Project and is dedicated to mental health advocacy and suicide prevention for young people. Inspired by his own struggles with mental health as a teenager, Alex launched the organization in 2017 to provide mental health education and support for teens nationwide. He desires a world where all young people feel safe and included. He currently resides in Amherst, MA, and is a student at UMass Amherst studying social sciences. He travels to our various offices year-round, but for the most part, he works out of our Massachusetts offices in Erving and Boston. In his free time, he enjoys working on cars, going for runs, and traveling. Through his leadership and unwavering dedication, Alex is proving that even the darkest struggles can ignite a movement of hope, reminding young people that their voices matter, their lives are valuable, and their futures are worth fighting for.
Current Location: Amherst, MA
Alexander J. Kovarovic
Senior Executive President
and Chief Executive Director
_edited.jpg)
About Me
Anastazia holds a degree in Anthropology from UCLA and received Cum Laude. She loves yoga, meditating, and anything that involves holistic medicine. Anastazia is currently enrolled in a pre-medical certificate program at UCLA and is hoping to become a pediatrician. Her goal is to help children by creating a safe place for their health because she believes that children are the future! She also volunteers at a local hospital. Through her work here at the One Life Project, Anastazia assists our President in running the daily operations of the organization and all that it entails.
Current Location: Los Angeles, CA
Anastazia Souchitski
Assistant Senior
Executive President
About Me
Lilly Reynolds serves as the Assistant Senior Executive President for the One Life Project, combining her leadership skills with a commitment to mental health advocacy. As a junior at UMass Amherst studying social sciences and advocacy studies, she is deeply engaged in driving systemic change. Outside of her professional and academic life, Lilly is an enthusiastic traveler, an avid reader, and a sports car enthusiast, embracing both adventure and curiosity. Her passion for connecting with others and her dynamic personality make her a vital part of the organization’s mission to uplift and empower young people across diverse communities.
Location: Amherst, MA
Lillian Reynolds
Assistant Senior
Executive President
Isabella Lambert
Senior Executive
President's Assistant
Isabella Lambert
Assistant Senior
Executive President
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Scotia, NY
OPEN ROLE
Senior Executive President of
Media Relations & Public Affairs
_edited.jpg)
About Me
Patrese Jackson, from Peoria, IL, holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Business Administration, specializing in Human Resources. As Market HR Director for ScionHealth’s Illinois Region, she brings over 10 years of expertise in policy development, training, and employee relations.
A dedicated Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor for seven years, Patrese supports The One Life Project, emphasizing mental health’s vital role in well-being and workplace success. Outside work, she enjoys family time, crafting with her Cricut, and connecting with friends.
Current Location: Peoria, IL
Patrese Jackson
Senior Executive President of
Human Resources & Internal Strategy
OPEN ROLE
Senior Advisor for
Organizational Strategy
Hope Caden
Executive Scheduling and
Administration Coordinator
Education and Advocacy Office: Leadership Team
Aimee Eddy Gross
Executive President
of Education
About Me
Aimee Eddy is an author, speaker, and anti-bullying advocate dedicated to raising awareness about bullying and its impact. She penned Escape to the Garage: Family Love Overcomes Bullying, a memoir detailing her journey of facing bullying from teachers and peers while finding solace at her family garage. Aimee speaks at libraries, YMCAs, and community groups, aspiring to expand her outreach to schools. Since joining The One Life Project in 2018, she has grown from writing blogs and interviewing volunteers to serving as Executive President of Education Outreach and Advocacy. Aimee continues to inspire others, creating educational materials and championing mental health recovery.
Current Location: Erie, PA
Joshua Weiser
Executive President of
Advocacy and Activism
About Me
To Be Updated Shortly
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
OPEN ROLE
Vice President of Educational
Programs and Initiatives
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Tonja Ryan
National Director of University
Mental Health Education
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN ROLE
National Director of Teen
Mental Health Education
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN ROLE
National Director of Research
and Policy Development
About Me
OPEN ROLE
Candace Lindsey
National Director of
Diversity and Equity
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN ROLE
National Director of LGBTQ+
Education and Advocacy
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Sydney Thurman-Baldwin
National Director of
Advocacy and Awareness
About Me
To Be Updated Shortly.
Joanne Qiao
National Director of Mental
Health and Self Care
About Me
To Be Updated Shortly
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
Zoe Li
National Director of
Suicide Prevention
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN ROLE
National Director of
Student Advocacy & Policy
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Khushi Patel
Vice President of Educational
Outreach and Partnerships
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Kathy Nguyen
National Director of
University Partnerships
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Rakshita Broota
National Director of
Educational Partnerships
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Chinenye Godwin
National Director of Youth
Outreach and Engagemen
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Operations, Strategy, and Growth Office: Leadership Team
Emily Richardson
Executive President of
Business and Finance
About Me
Emily Richardson is part of our Senior President's Office and serves as an assistant to the President. She is a student at Penn State University, studying early child development She is an active member of One Life Project where she focuses on managing our business and finance office. Outside of her academic and One Life Project commitments, Emily enjoys spending her free time practicing yoga, going to the gym, and exploring new foods around PA, NJ, and NY. Her dedication to well-being, both for herself and others, highlights her compassionate and driven nature.
Current Location: Elizabethtown, PA
Joseph Kovarovic
Executive President of
Operations & Growth Strategy
About Me
Joseph Kovarovic is the Executive President of Events and Strategy Management for The One Life Project. A proud UAlbany graduate and former boss at the United States Postal Service, Joseph applies his leadership and organizational skills to guide impactful event planning and strategic initiatives. An avid comic book fan and coffee connoisseur, he finds joy in indulging his hobbies and relaxing with his favorite TV shows. Drawn to Vermont's scenic beauty, Joseph appreciates its peaceful surroundings and takes inspiration from its charm. His dynamic approach and passion drive the success of OLP's mission to create meaningful change.
Current Location: Schenectady, NY
Maveah Griffith
Vice President of Digital
Relations and Social Media; AEP
About Me
Maveah is one of our Executive President's Assistant's and oversees public relations and social media. She has a love for social media and enjoys posting content to help young people across social media with mental health and more. She is a huge Lady Gaga fan and in the future she looks forward to becoming a talk show hos which is one of her dreams. Her favorite animals are raccoons and she loves Chipotle.
Current Location: Charlotte, NC
Kris-Alain Ambroise
Vice President
of Operations
About Me
TO BE UPDATED SHORTLY
Jonathan Moorwood
Vice President of
Marketing & Outreach Strategy
About Me
Jonathan Moorwood serves as Vice President of Marketing and Outreach for OLP, a role reflecting his passion for promoting mental health awareness and acceptance. Working toward a career as a therapist, he prioritizes creating open, supportive environments for mental well-being. Believing that destigmatizing mental health is crucial for societal progress, Jonathan takes pride in fostering initiatives that inspire understanding and empathy. His dedication to Project One Life stems from a desire to see mental health treated with the same acceptance and care as physical health, a vision he sees as the foundation for a stronger, more connected community.
Current Location: Los Angeles, CA
OPEN ROLE
Vice President of
Grants and Development
OPEN ROLE
Vice President of
Strategic Partnerships
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Dr. Michael Jones
Vice President of
International Outreach and Strategy
About Me
To Be Updated Shortly
Julie Johnson
National Director of
Marketing and Outreach
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
About Me
Amir Abouarra is the Vice President of Finance and Business for The One Life Project, where he oversees financial strategy and operations with precision. A Gloversville High School graduate, Amir shared formative years with Alex, OLP’s founder, and was integral to launching the organization in 2017. Now based in Detroit, Michigan, Amir combines his financial acumen with a heartfelt commitment to advancing OLP's mission, ensuring its impactful work in youth mental health advocacy reaches communities across the nation.
Current Location: Detriot, MI
Amir Abouarra
National Director of Finance
and Business Operation
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
About Me
As an assistant to our President, Isabella is a dedicated student at Penn State, where she is pursuing her studies in social and political science. She is actively involved with the One Life Project where she contributes to various initiatives aimed at fostering leadership skills and community engagement. In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring creative outlets such as painting, photography, and hiking, which allow her to connect with nature and express her artistic side. Her drive for both academic success and personal development sets her apart as a motivated and well-rounded individual.
Current Location: Lancaster, PA
Isabella Herrera
National Director of Volunteer Coordination and Training
About Me
Isabella Herrera is the Vice President of Media Communications for The One Life Project, leveraging her expertise to enhance the organization’s impact. As a student at Siena College, she brings a deep passion for working with children, creating opportunities to inspire and support young minds. Isabella’s dedication extends beyond her professional role; she thrives on personal growth and challenges herself through rigorous workouts and training at the gym. Her dynamic approach to life and commitment to fostering meaningful connections make her an integral part of OLP’s mission to empower youth and advocate for mental health awareness.
Kristina Foster
National Director of Events
and Fundraising Strategy
About Me
Kristina Foster serves as the Vice President of Events and Fundraising for The One Life Project, bringing her passion for empowering young people to the forefront of her work. A suicide and self-harm survivor, Kristina is deeply committed to fostering hope and resilience in others, drawing from her personal journey to inspire change. Currently attending MIT in Massachusetts, she combines her academic pursuits with her dedication to creating impactful events and innovative fundraising strategies that advance OLP’s mission. Kristina’s unwavering compassion and drive to make a difference shine through in every aspect of her role, as she works tirelessly to support and uplift young lives nationwide.
Current Location: Boston, MA
Senior Executive President's Office Advisory Board
OPEN ROLE
Senior Director; President's Advisory Board
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Mackenzie Eberts
Director; President's Advisory Board
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Benjamin Jones
Director; President's Advisory Board
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Maddie McKormik
Director; President's Advisory Board
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Executive Board of Directors
Michael Baer
Board of Directors: President
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
David Lingley
Board of Directors: Vice Presdient
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Artem Pachikov
Board of Directors: Chairperson
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Eric Lessman
Board of Directors: Chairperson
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Sarah Nelson
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Joseph Fox-Sowell
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Alex McBrayer
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
Samuel John
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
Samuel primarily comes from a leadership background in the telecommunications industry which afforded the opportunity to work with clients like Netflix, Nike, and Waymo/Alphabet. He pivoted and started his own business in the mineral industry. I’m somewhat bilingual (English/Spanish) and have played the cello for over 15 years. The cello has come to help me with managing my Schizoaffective Bipolar Disorder which I was diagnosed with just over 1 year ago.
Current Location: TO BE UPDATED
Michelle Jarnutowski
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.
OPEN
Board of Directors: Board Member
About Me
This will be updated shortly.