Richard Awni founded Family First Foundation in 2000. He is a highly accomplished individual with a diverse skill set and an impressive track record. As a patent holder and experienced international licensing and HR recruiter for MOFA Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Richard has extensive experience in technology and product management, having served as a senior executive at Electra-Tech Mnfg and AT&T Product Rollout manager.

As President of Family First Foundation, Lea Ubas has extensive experience in STEAM education and a strong advocate for gender diversity and representation of minorities in the tech industry. In addition to her philanthropic endeavors, she practices what she preaches by expanding her reach, delving into cybersecurity and information assurance. This demonstrates her unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of emerging technologies. 

Josef is a young and driven finance professional that brings a fresh perspective and new ideas to the team for our Compliance and Fundraising efforts. With a B.S and M.S. in Professional Accountancy and Finance from Cal Poly Pomona, Josef has a strong desire to simplify the complex in the world of finance. His past and current professional experience at a local firm in North Los Angeles, working intimately with Small Business Owners in a diverse set of industries, has given him a unique understanding of the intricacies of financial management.

Roger Spillmann is a C-Suite expert in technology, business development, corporate governance, growth strategies and accountability who brings a new level of guidance and vision for Family First Foundation's growth.  As a senior financial consultant, investment banker and corporate finance specialist, Roger completed greater than $800 million of transactions in technology, healthcare, media/communications, renewable energy and education, allowing him to contribute a unique perspective to the intersection of technology, education, and sports. 

Brian Taylor is a Princeton alumnus and former NBA player, being the first African American drafted from an Ivy League school. He has dedicated the past 25 years to professional education and motivational leadership, earning national recognition as a "change agent" for his character development programs and leadership roles in private and public schools. 

"Making a positive impact in the world by helping others create success and live a fulfilling life."

Adele Simonyan is a dedicated research scientist with a UCSB BA degree in Pharmacology and an MBS in Public Health. Currently working at USC as a research and project specialist, she has devoted her career to making a positive impact in the fields of cancer research and biology.

Craig Hodges is the Director of Athletics at Family First Foundation. He is a retired NBA player who attended college basketball at Clemson University before entering the professional league. During his career, he played for several teams, including the Chicago Bulls, where he was a three-time 3-point shooting champion and a three-time NBA World Champion. He became a head coach at Chicago State University, an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers and head coach of the Halifax Rainmen of the National Basketball League of Canada.

As a Youth Ambassador for the Family First Foundation, Alexzander Awni channels his passion for community service into making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Currently enrolled as a high school senior student at Crescenta Valley High School, Alexzander is deeply engaged in a range of extracurricular pursuits. He proudly serves as the founder of the Space Explorers Club, holds the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout, actively participates as a member of StellarXplorers, and assumes the role of Physical Training Officer at CA-882 within the Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC).