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Susie Housman graduated with a BS degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Boston University. Following college she worked at Jewish Vocational Service where she assisted in the resettlement of Soviet Immigrants.
After that she founded, owned and operated Health Clubs in the Boston area. She used her facilities as a means of helping others by providing after school programs and assistance to those in need. She frequently held fundraisers in her gyms raising money for various charities, focusing on domestic violence and aid to first responders in the aftermath of 911.
After selling her businesses she became very involved in 12 Step work, helping family members of alcoholics and addicts. She has sponsored many women along her spiritual journey and frequently speaks at treatment centers to provide help to struggling families.
She became A Course In Miracles student in 2019. She believes her purpose is to be of maximal service to others and to spread as much love as possible. She knows she has been led to 27 Sandwiches to make a difference in people’s lives.
She’s a loving mother of two, grandmother of four and is an avid sports fan! 

Janet worked for other nonprofit organizations for over 20 years in the south

Florida area. She was the business manager and helped to build and adhere to

budgetary constraints. She retired in 2019 to pursue her own business venture.

Janet is a spiritual teacher and counselor for over 30 years. Her spiritual

commitment is what first inspired her back in 2019 to start the holiday project

that has grown into 27 Sandwiches. Janet has published one book, “Good

Morning DearHearts” and is working on two more writing projects.

The expansion of this nonprofit is definitely a passion project for her.

Kathy earned her BBA in accounting in 1995, from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX. She graduated magna cum laude while going to night classes and working full-time as a controller for over35 years, primarily in Real Estate. She also worked for The Brown Foundation in Houston for 2 years. She studies A Course in Miracles and loves to volunteer w/Meals on Wheels and cares for her cats. She has lived in the Delray Beach area for 20 years.  

Sarah was born in Caracas, Venezuela. She moved to the United States when she was a teenager. She has volunteered her time as a science tutor, helping underprivileged kids prepare for the FCAT examination, and serving in non-profit organizations such as Spirituality for Kids.

Currently, she is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) outreach volunteer and serves as a secretary for the 27 Sandwiches non-profit organization.

Sarah has experienced the effects of poverty in her country of origin and in the United States. She realizes the significance of kindness and giving back to our less fortunate brothers to help them alleviate their pain and suffering. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri and a Master of Science degree in Construction Management from Florida International University.

Gloria has been a Course in Miracles student for many years.  She earned a Business Administration bachelor's degree in Colombia and a master's in human resources management from Florida International University. Gloria has been very active with social causes around South Florida; she served as the President of the Diversity Council as a Hispanic Leader at Motorola Solutions and worked on different charities with the Motorola Solutions foundation.   

With over 25 years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, Dr. Hertz holds an outstanding track record in a variety of leadership positions in restaurant food and beverage, on premise and off premise catering, hotel rooms division, and private clubs. Additionally, Dr. Hertz is experienced in managing accounting and human resources in hospitality operations. 

Dr. Hertz is a professor of hospitality management at the Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management - a top rated hospitality management program in the United States and globally housed at Florida International University, (a distinguished Tier 1 research state university in Florida deeply involved in research and concept development of teaching methodologies and cultivating a successful learning environment).

Dr. Hertz earned his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University, an M.B.A. with a concentration in Entrepreneurship from Nova Southeastern University, and a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from Florida International University.

Dr. Hertz hosts a successful podcast named The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Once a week he talks about a variety of leadership topics for 10 minutes. The podcast was launched in year 2020 and the listenership keeps growing: https://anchor.fm/oren-hertz 

He resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and appreciates the tropical climate.

As a dedicated, self-motivated, goal-driven professional in the field of Education and Community Service for the last 36 years, I believe in the concept of giving, serving, and promoting good will. I was born in Madison, Florida. I spent most of my youth in Philadelphia. I am a graduate of the University of Maryland College of Education. I received a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University. I have been a principal for the Broward School District for over 23 years.

I have been active in church as a worship leader, speaker, and youth activities coordinator. My fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha is involved in national programs like Hopeless People, Voteless People, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, March of Dimes, and Men of Tomorrow high school mentorship program.  I have served on the board for the local United Negro College Fund campaign, Centura Parc Homeowners Association, and the Brazilian Food Drive initiative program in Pompano Beach. 

I enjoy traveling, bowling, running, swimming, cooking, singing and outdoor activities. 

I am excited about serving as a board member of 27 Sandwiches. I will serve and contribute to the best of my ability.