“Never doubt a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead
Susie Rheault works throughout Africa for the Clinton Foundation. She develops and oversees the strategic direction for Precious. In collaboration with her husband Gil Williams, she serves as a key advisor and advocate for Precious, which has been instrumental in the Project's success.
Gil Williams, a retired school principal, spends over 5 months/year in Nshupu with his wife Susie Rheault providing oversight (and helping hands!) in Precious' work. They spearheaded the successful build of a new children's home and a primary school to educate those who can't afford it.
Chuck Phillips is an internationally recognized organization development consultant. He has over 40 years of experience in operating roles, internal and external consulting business, industry and non-profit organizations. Chuck has worked extensively in Africa and travels annually to Precious in Nshupu.
Dr. Elliot Kronstein has been involved with Precious Project since its beginning and has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars, facilitating its rapid growth and success. Having served as Chairman of the Board for the past two years, he now serves as the U.S. Director of Precious Project, overseeing the staff. He visits the Precious Campus every year with his wife, May Baldwin. Dr. Kronstein is a prosthodontist and a founder of The Restorative Dental Group of Cambridge. He lectures globally at dental schools and conferences.
Susie Rheault works throughout Africa for the Clinton Foundation. She develops and oversees the strategic direction for Precious. In collaboration with her husband Gil Williams, she serves as a key advisor and advocate for Precious, which has been instrumental in the Project's success.
Gil Williams, a retired school principal, spends over 5 months/year in Nshupu with his wife Susie Rheault providing oversight (and helping hands!) in Precious' work. They spearheaded the successful build of a new children's home and a primary school to educate those who can't afford it.
Dr. Matthew Gardner is Founder & Managing Partner of Sustainserv, a firm based in the US & Switzerland that works with public & private organizations to design and implement sustainability strategies, program & communications. He teaches at the Sustainability and Environmental Management Program at Harvard's Extension School.
Jules is a Director of Life Science Partnerships at Allscripts Health, working and living in San Francisco, CA. His interest in medicine, African affairs and philanthropy, led to his involvement with the project years ago. A recent trip to the Precious Campus in Nshupu sparked a more intimate collaboration with the Precious team and the students.
Jim Logan is currently a Manager of Data Solutions at ZoomInfo a B2B data company. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Berklee College of Music. His passion is leveraging the social and cultural qualities of art and most specifically music to impact the outcome of development initiatives, which has led him to do this work in Mexico, Uganda, Haiti and the Precious Project in Tanzania.
Barbara previously served as the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at the University of New England. She has engaged in various educational and non-profit efforts. Barbara has been a sponsor and friend to Precious Project since its inception, and has visited the Precious Children's Home and English Medium School in Tanzania. Her connection with the children, staff, and administrators at Precious influenced her passion and support for the Project’s mission.
David Thiel leads Aptonym, a boutique consultancy focused on bringing integrated, strategic thinking to independent schools. With a career that spans entrepreneurship, corporate marketing, operations management and academic leadership, David brings a system thinking mindset to everything he does. He holds a BA in Biology/English and a Master’s in business administration. In his spare time, David enjoys woodworking, camping, writing, and photography.
Jane Aibel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Precious Project board. As the retired CEO of Partnerships in Education and Resilience (PEAR, Inc.), where she currently serves as Senior Advisor, Jane has demonstrated her commitment to youth development, educational innovation, and improved mental health in various educational settings. With a background in special education, school administration, and business, Jane's career spans over four decades of dedicated service to education.
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Jennifer brings over 20 years’ experience in fundraising, strategic development and marketing operations working for a national nonprofit organization serving U.S. military families. Jennifer is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Jennifer has exceptional strength in leading a dynamic team and creating unique collaborative partnerships that brings synergy between partners, community organizations and foundations.
Rachael has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, developing and managing dynamic programs that aim to build capacity within communities of greatest need. With degrees in Anthropology and Sustainable Development, Rachael is especially compelled by grassroots, participatory approaches that enable people to gain greater control of their own destiny. Rachael is very proud to uphold the mission of Precious Project by strengthening its internal capacity in the US and in Tanzania.
Jon is the Founder of Jon Thomas Consulting, specializing in organization management, grant strategy solutions, and overall development services. Jon started his career in the Ohio Statehouse, and later in the office of U.S. Congressman Steven LaTourette, as well as then-United States Senator, and former Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton. Since then, Jon has had an extended career of successful resource development from public and private sources for a diverse set of constituents located all around the world.
"Binney" is a former principal from The Oak Bluff's School in Martha's Vineyard. He faithfully spends a month every year in Nshupu training the teachers in experiential and cooperative learning, having developed a passion for Precious English Medium Primary School.
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