Since that retirement in 2020, Marc has provided Interim Executive leadership to nonprofit organizations. Leading and managing organizations through rapidly shifting societal circumstances are central to Marc’s accomplishments, and such experience and skills are especially needed now in 2025 and beyond.

Marc is the recipient of prestigious leadership awards including the William James College Mental Health Humanitarian Award, the Sharp Social Justice Rescuer Prize and the Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation Heerwagen Award for Nonprofit Leadership.

Marc has extensive experience in multiple areas of volunteerism, Healthy Aging and reducing social isolation for elders, chronic disease self-management and basic need support. This included community-based friendly visitor programs, Patient Navigator medical support programs, homecare services to low-income elders and various reduction of social isolation/community engagement programs for elders in public housing and elder care communities.

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Prior to his current role, Zachary had two previous positions with LBFE Boston as the Operations Manager and Development Associate. Zachary’s professional career has focused on working with youth as an Assistant Director for Girls Inc. of Worcester and working in career education for Suffolk University. He was raised with the importance of social support for older adults during his grandmother’s time running a senior center and council on aging in Western Massachusetts where he spent lots of time in his youth. He is eager to help elevate LBFE Boston’s status as a leader in intergenerational programs and make Boston a city for everyone at every age.

In his spare time, he is also a Big Brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass/MetroWest and enjoys time with his family and friends. Zachary finds his purpose in community.

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In her professional experience, Madison has worked in numerous roles. She has spent time in the field of marketing and sales as a Territorial Sales Associate. Additionally, she has experience working with older adults and children from her previous roles at Coaching4Change and Brookdale Senior Living.  

Madison is very excited about her new position and continuing her work in the nonprofit field. When she’s not focusing her efforts on bettering the community, Madison enjoys reading, crocheting, and cooking.  

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In terms of previous positions, Bricen has worked as a Residential Assistant for Seven Hills Foundation, as a Case Manager for Central Boston Elderly Services and a Peer Wellness Coach for Digital Ready. He aspires to continue working in the nonprofit sector to provide ailment, counseling and/or providing resources to those who want to better one’s own mental health.

Bricen is excited to engage with population groups he has worked with previously but is thrilled to implement further implications of community building and providing face to face services. Through personal experience and further research, he also is very passionate about the ties between physical activity and its mental health benefits. Some interests he enjoys includes going to the gym, exploring new areas, spending time with family/friends and reading.

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In previous roles, Joesha has been an advocate for her peers as a class senator drafting bills and resolutions based on student needs at Florida Atlantic University. She has also held other outreach and development roles, working alongside the MBTA, MassDOT and different cities around Massachusetts.

Joesha is thrilled about her new position and is excited to joined LBFE and serve Boston’s many neighborhoods. She enjoys engaging with others and serving her community. Her favorite activities include going to the beach, spending time with her family, reading and nice long walks.

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I love how my major is able to connect both fields. It gives an understanding of the legal and psychological view of the system which can be used on a broader spectrum when it comes to choosing your career route. For me is helping me understand people and systems while guiding me toward my goal of working in legal advocacy for minority communities. Outside of school, I try to have a balance while also keeping my connections. I like to spend lots of quality time with my cat Bruno, playing tennis with friends, and going on long walks with my boyfriend. Lately, I’ve been enjoying yoga classes in Spanish on Sundays. I find it to be a peaceful way to stay active and reset before starting the week. I’m originally from the Dominican Republic, and being Dominican is a huge part of who I am. I try to visit home at least once a year to stay close to my family and culture.

My passion for serving with LBFE comes from my grandmother. Growing up, she always involved me in volunteer work focused on helping older adults who might be struggling or don’t have someone to help them with certain things on their day to day, whether it was creating resumes, applying for jobs, or organizing food drives at her church. Those experiences taught me how small acts of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life. At LBFE, I’m excited to bring my event planning and social media skills to help build community and create meaningful experiences for the people we serve.

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I am originally from Taiwan and moved to the United States when I was 13. Since then, I have lived in Seattle, Oakland, London, and now Boston. Moving around so often taught me how to adapt to different environments and connect with people from different backgrounds, but belongingness has always been something I have struggled with. I used to think of Taiwan as my only home, but returning after many years sometimes feels different. At the end of the day, I believe wherever I am, I myself represent my home.

That is one reason I chose to serve with LBFE. I care deeply about creating spaces where people feel connected and truly belong. In the past, I spent hundreds of hours volunteering with the Taiwanese Cerebral Palsy Association, where I helped organize a national boccia competition. Additionally, connecting directly with participants, including older adults and people with disabilities, does make me feel happy and valued.

LBFE’s philosophy of “flowers before bread” especially stands out to me. To me, it represents the belief that emotional companionship and relationships are just as important as meeting someone’s basic needs. Deep down in my heart, I believe older adults should not be treated as simply a population to manage, but as individuals with stories, personalities, and experiences worth knowing.

Last but not least, I hope to bring creativity, communication, analytical thinking, and a global perspective to LBFE. I am also bilingual in Mandarin, which helps me connect with multicultural communities. During my time here, I hope to build genuine relationships with older adults and volunteers and better understand how a community nonprofit operates.

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