Lesley Geisel, co-founder of Benevolent Baskets has devoted her life to helping others discover their purpose and sense of worth. Prior to starting Benevolent Baskets in 2008, Lesley was director of education at Pathways drug and alcohol center in Annapolis…
Karen Lerario, Executive Director of Benevolent Baskets, co-founded the program in 2008 with the goal of helping women in Baltimore transition from homelessness to independent living. As a Marriott executive for more than 15 years, Karen oversaw the opening of…
Rita Walters is the Vice President for Institutional Advancement at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA). Over her career, Rita has raised millions of dollars for education and nonprofit organizations, most recently as chief development officer for the Washington National…
Victoria Schassler is one of the City of Baltimore’s most passionate and active business women. The fun loving wine shop owner of Spirits of Mount Vernon loves sharing the passion and deliciousness of fine wine with people in her neighborhood….
Colleen Pleasant Kline is a firm Principal and Co-Chair of Miles and Stockbridge P.C. Corporate and Securities Practice. Colleen acts as outside general corporate counsel and trusted advisor to clients ranging from business owners and entrepreneurs as well as their officers,…
