Wade has worked in the field of social work for 15 years. His experience ranges from working at the Department of Children and Families, where Wade is currently an adolescent social worker, to promoting and mentoring musicians. Since a teenager in New Jersey, Wade has been drawn to helping people succeed and overcome adversity. Wade's approach to social work is forward-thinking, using music as a conduit for adolescents to experience their emotions and express themselves without losing focus on areas of need. Wade has a bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Southern Colorado.

Julie has extensive experience in the nonprofit world, most recently serving as the Executive Director of Friends of Families in Transition, which provided direct care to families facing crisis and homelessness. Previously, she was the Central Massachusetts coordinator for Birthday Wishes. Julie has been a long-time advocate for children in state care and the source of practical, hands-on support for biological and foster families navigating special education, trauma and healthcare. She and her family have been fostering for more than 6 years, and she also serves on the Framingham DCF Area Board and as a Foster Parent Liaison. Julie and her family live in Northboro and enjoy spending time together playing and watching sports being outdoors.

Marcela has extensive experience working with children and families. She spent ten years with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families, where she worked closely with children in foster care and their foster parents. During that time she also worked as a Child-At-Risk Hotline worker, initiating after-hours emergency responses for children at imminent risk of abuse or neglect. Through social work, Marcela has been able to help strengthen families while offering protective services for children. Marcela earned a Masters in Social Work from Salem State University and her undergraduate degree from the College of the Holy Cross.

Rachel is committed to improving the lives of youth in the child welfare system and has spent her entire career in residential care where she has been the President and Chief Executive Officer at the Brandon Residential Treatment Center since May 2017. Her previous roles include Chief Operations Officer, in which she oversaw program operations of the school and residences, and Case Management Coordinator, in which she worked with youth with problem sexual behaviors in a self-contained program with educational and residential services. Rachel holds a Masters in Social Work from Boston College and a Bachelors in Science in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island. She is committed to serving youth in her program who present with emotional and behavioral challenges in their homes, communities and schools. In her free time Rachel enjoys and active lifestyle with her family which includes, country music concerts, hiking, spending time riding quads, skiing or enjoying fun on the lake. Rachel and her family live in Framingham.

Jessica is a licensed social worker and has worked with at risk children and families in Massachusetts for 19+ years. She is currently a medical social worker with the Health and Medical Services Team at the MA Department of Children and Families. Her current work combines both her healthcare and child welfare background and involves statewide consultation within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, working on interagency public sector projects and healthcare coordination for youth in foster care. Jessica developed a first of its kind, care coordination program within DCF in 2015, which has led to both state and national recognition for its demonstrated success in building relationships with healthcare providers and improving access to healthcare for youth in foster care. Jessica holds a BS from Lesley University, a Master of Social Work from Bridgewater State University, and is currently completing her Master of Public Administration at Suffolk University. She currently resides on the South Shore and in her free time enjoys travel, participating in triathlons, spending time with friends, and relaxing in coffee shops.

Michelle is currently working as a data manager at Sage Therapeutics, a Boston-based pharmaceutical company specializing in central nervous system disorders. Outside of data management, she previously worked as a residential counselor for children diagnosed with Autism or other similar learning and behavioral issues and as a data coordinator for a non-profit working in collaboration with DCF. Michelle is 2007 graduate in psychology from Saint Anselm College. In her spare time she enjoys volunteering at a dog shelter, cooking, and doing yoga.

Leo works for Facebook as the Head of Global Music Partner Operations. Prior to this, he served as Director of Royalties for SoundCloud Ltd and the Vice President of Copyright for Universal Music Group. He has been consulted on royalties and audits for several independent musicians and bands, and was the Director of Licensing and Royalties for Warner Music Group prior to his role at Universal. A California native and a former resident of New York City as well as Berlin, Germany, Leo currently lives in New Jersey with his wife and two daughters (and their puppy). Leo is a graduate of California State University, Northridge.

Allison works as a mortgage loan officer for Fidelity Bank. Though she works with clients in all stages of their lives, she most enjoys helping first time buyers navigate the home buying process. A graduate of Fitchburg State University, Allison grew up in Ashburnham and currently resides with her husband and two sons in Leominster. Allison is very active in her community, serving as a member of the Montachusett Area Rotary, the North Central MA Chamber and the North Central MA Association of Realtors. In her spare time, Alley is an avid reader and loves hiking, kayaking and spending time with family.