After spending much of her career as a classroom teacher, Stephanie embarked on her own transformative journey, becoming a certified yoga instructor and meditation teacher. Her passion for fostering mental and emotional well-being is central to her mission at STA, where she integrates leadership development, mindfulness, and wellness practices into the program. She believes that true transformation happens when young people are given the tools to cultivate inner strength and self-awareness, which is why she is dedicated to creating safe, supportive environments where students can thrive.

In her role, Stephanie helps guide students through the life-changing experience of international travel. Her expertise in education and holistic wellness makes her an invaluable asset to the team, ensuring that each student’s journey is both impactful and empowering.

Kate’s passion lies in promoting a mindful, spiritually open, and emotionally intelligent world. She is driven by a vision of creating a global community where self-love, mutual respect, and kindness are foundational values. As a mother of a spirited and strong-willed daughter, Kate is committed to being a positive role model and contributing to a world that empowers future generations.

At The Dream Bigger Foundation, Kate serves as Justin’s trusted right hand, expertly managing schedules, projects, and partnerships. Her attention to detail and unwavering support make her an indispensable asset to the team, fully aligned with the foundation’s mission to inspire lasting, positive change for students and communities around the world.

Previously, Mary was the Event Coordinator at Foundation for Jewish Camp, where she managed all logistics for the annual Cornerstone Seminar. She also spent over a decade as a freelance event and theatrical stage manager specializing in new play development, corporate conferences, and large-scale parties for Lincoln Center Theater, Tencue Productions, and Actors Theatre of Louisville, among others.

Mary is a photographer, sustainable travel content writer, and has had the wonderful opportunity to visit nearly 30 countries. She is based full-time from her home in Durham, North Carolina, where she spends her days planning her next vacation, perfecting her pour-over, and taking long walks around the neighborhood with her husband, daughter, and dog.

Previous clients include National Geographic, touring choirs and orchestras, high school groups, and other private organizations. Mario speaks several languages and describes his strengths as team working, problem solving, coordinating people and engagement.

He is a very enthusiastic person with passion and professionalism and a willingness to learn more and to share his knowledge and skills. His interests include a passion for classical music, theatre, cooking, travel, learning languages, geography, photography and astronomy.