OUR TEAM

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Dr. Sonia Martin, Founder & CEO

Dr. Sonia Martin is the Founder and Executive Director of the BobbiMac Seed Foundation. As a dedicated executive growth coach, she is committed to inspiring and empowering others to unlock their full potential while navigating life’s challenges with resilience and confidence. She champions the Foundation’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality mental health care for teens, regardless of race, creed, or ethnicity. Dr. Martin emphasizes the power of early intervention. Through youth leadership training and character development, she helps to ensure teens are well-positioned to expand and strengthen their social-emotional skills, thereby reducing the need for critical care.

Dr. Martin is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, an entrepreneur, a former educator (27 years of experience), and a published author. In addition to her professional endeavors, she enjoys shopping and spending quality time with her family.

Board of Directors

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Dr. Shawn Bellow

Dr. Shawan Bellow holds a Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership and is a passionate educator, children's author, and lifelong learner. With 15 years of experience teaching at the elementary level and five years at the university level, she is dedicated to inspiring students of all ages and helping them to reach their fullest potential academically, emotionally, socially, and mentally. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Bellow enjoys spending quality time with her husband and their three beautiful daughters. Currently, she serves as the Director of Procurement at a local school district.

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Quincy Martin, MBA, MSIT

Quincy Martin brings extensive cybersecurity expertise from his distinguished career in the Department of Defense and US utility organizations, where he has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving strategic operations and building cross-functional relationships. A dedicated professional skilled in project planning, information security, and IT incident response, Quincy excels at mobilizing teams to implement innovative cybersecurity objectives and network security processes. His passion for mentoring and training the next generation of IT security practitioners, combined with his expertise in emerging technologies like Generative AI, makes him a valuable asset to The BobbiMac Seed Foundation's diverse team.

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David McLaughlin, Entrepreneur

David McLaughlin, the visionary behind “Lou'“ Cille’s Kitchen, has successfully expanded to two locations across the Greater New Orleans Area through his exceptional expertise in staff management, inventory control, and streamlined business processes. Dave is a strategic relationship builder who leverages his deep connections within the food and restaurant industries to create unparalleled dining experiences while efficiently managing personnel across multiple establishments. His commitment to operational excellence and community engagement has established him as a successful business owner and a respected pillar in the New Orleans community. Dave brings vital relationship and team-building skills that enable the BobbiMac Seed Foundation to prosper through community growth and engagement.

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Demetrius Osborne, Industrial Engineer

Demetrius Osborne brings a blend of technical skill, lived experience, and community commitment to the BobbiMac Seed Foundation. A trained industrial engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and five years of professional experience, Demetrius uses his problem-solving abilities to support youth-focused initiatives. Beyond his career, Demetrius is a husband, father, and dedicated mentor who understands the real-life challenges many young people face. Raised without a father and having endured a life-changing injury, he has firsthand experience with the struggles that can impact mental health and derail futures. Rather than being defined by adversity, he chose to grow from it, turning to faith, education, and sports as tools for resilience and healing. His story serves as a reminder that, no matter the obstacles, it is possible to rise above and lead a fulfilling life.