Alan Jacobson ​

Founder, President, Teacher, all Teams.

As President of the Flo Creed-Jacobson Initiative, Alan Jacobson continues Flo’s legacy of community service and mindful leadership.​

Meet Alan

Ellen Bruder-Moore Abramovitz

Board Member, Treasurer, Philanthropy, Planning Team

Ellen Bruder-Moore Abramowitz, Treasurer of the Initiative, is a seasoned leader in housing, recovery, and community wellness.

Meet Ellen

​Ed Martinez

Board Member, Teacher, Event Team 

A passionate and caring mentor, Ed has spent years supporting men and boys through Boys to Men New England and the Mankind Project. 

Meet Ed

Kate Ofodile

Board Member, Teacher

Kate taught English and Geography for many years in a middle school in Nigeria. She also has a strong background in marketing and human services, works as a Realtor, and thrives in the mental health field.

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Ron PaCy Ph.D

Board Member, Teacher, Planning Team

Ron has been an educator for over 52 years, including serving as School Superintendent of Bridgewater Public Schools. He currently teaches mindfulness and critical thinking at the university level. 

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​Ellen Abelson

Board Member, Teacher

Ellen spent 43 years in special and humane education, authoring curriculum and training teachers worldwide. She now tutors children with special needs.

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​James Bruce

Board Member, Teacher
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Dr. James Bruce is a certified FCJI mindfulness teacher, board member, and public school educator who inspires others through mindfulness, speaking, and community-centered leadership.

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​Stephanie Salant

Board Member, Event Team
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Stephanie is a longtime FCJI board member who serves on the event team. She holds degrees in business and special education, is a former Boston Public Schools teacher, a successful business owner, and a proud mother.

Meet Stephanie

John DiCicco, PhD

Board Member, Planning Team

A longtime Curry College professor and leadership expert, John has authored four books and served on multiple community boards, including as chair of the Old Colony YMCA Youth Division. 

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Adeline Dajuste

Board Member, Event Team
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With 25 years in Boston Public Schools, Addy now serves in an administrative role supporting teacher growth. She is also the founder of Destiny Restored Ministries, driven by a lifelong commitment to serving others.

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MOHAMMAD M. AGWA

Board Member, Planning Team

With 45 years of teaching experience and a Ph.D. in international economics, Professor Mohammad Agwa brings deep expertise in global business and development economics. He is committed to helping students understand complex economic forces through interactive, real-world learning.

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Susan Casey

Board Member, Planning Team 

Susan E. Casey, MSW, MFA, is an author, intuitive mental health clinician, grief coach, and podcaster with 30+ years of experience supporting teens and adults through loss. 

Meet Susan

Board of advisors

Dan & Lorraine Smith (retired educators)
Jake Milano (retired school psychologist, President of 501c3 mentoring organization)
Jeffrey Jacobson (Flo's stepson, parent, and Electrical Engineer)
Larry Jacobson (Flo's brother-in-law, parent)
Doug Turet (Lifecoach)
Mohamed Agwa (Professor of Economics)
Gwen Middleton (Flo's former classmate, Civic Leader)
Lisa Holmes (Flo's former mentee and retired Boston Police Academy Superintendent)
Winn Harris (went through Police Academy with Flo, retired BPD  Superintendent)
Troy Creed (Flo's grandson)