Our Team

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Britta Shrewsbury, Site Manager

My name is Britta Shrewsbury, as the Site Manager I am here to provide a positive environment for all our members. I believe in GiGi’s mission and I strive to uphold the core values of this amazing non-profit organization. I am originally from St Louis, Missouri but now reside in Holland Township, New Jersey with my two amazing children.

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Mary Perez, Board President

Mary is a Senior Manager of Digital Marketing at Verizon, specializing in project management, budgeting, finance, and operations management. She has been volunteering at GiGi’s for the last 4 years. Mary is a devoted mom to six children, and grandmother to 7 grandchildren, and one more grandchild on the way!

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Bilynda Molish, Board Treasurer

Bilynda lives in Hillsborough with her daughter Makenzie who has Down Syndrome.  Following a long corporate career in HR, Finance and Operational Excellence, she started a business providing employment and training opportunities to people with developmental disabilities.  In addition to her extensive financial and business knowledge, she has a personal understanding of the needs of families and individuals with Down Syndrome.  She has also been involved in volunteering, coaching athletes with developmental disabilities, and advocacy for over 20 years.

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Laura Nacamuli, Vice President

Laura is a mom to four adult children, including Alexa who is a helpful volunteer and an active participant in programs at GiGi’s since 2015. Laura has a background in education and has volunteered consistently in her children’s schools, extracurricular activities, Special Olympics of NJ and GiGi’s Playhouse. Laura enjoys baking and creating special treats for people and customers of the custom cake business she shares with her daughters. She cherishes time spent with her family and friends.

Chris Bove, Board Member

Chris has been a participant at Gigi's Playhouse Hillsborough since the day it opened in 2015. In 2016, he worked as an intern helping with fundraising, donations and whatever needed to be done around the playhouse.  Chris has participated in T.E.A.M. ,Life Programs, Gigi's Fit and 5K Run/Walk and Gratitude Committee. He has made an appearance on News 12 NJ to promote Gigi's Playhouse. In 2020, Chris was honored with the "Gigi's Playhouse Core Value Award".  Chris has been employed by TJMaxx for 15 years. He is year-round Special Olympic athlete, competing in Bowling, Snow Shoe, Basketball and Softball. In 2015, he was awarded SONJ Area 10 Athlete of the Year. In his spare time, he enjoys Dance Class, camp, movies,  watching sports, and especially being with family, friends, and his dog, Rosie.

Sari Garfinkel, Board Member

My name is Sari Garfinkel and I currently attend the University of Rochester where I study Bioethics and Political Science. I have been a part of GiGi’s Playhouse since 2019 and plan to continue supporting such an amazing organization.

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Michael Sozio

Hello, My name is Michael Sozio. I currently reside in East Brunswick, New Jersey, with my wife Jennifer and our two boys, Mikey and Nicky.  Currently, I am a stay-at-home Dad. I started to attend Gigi's playhouse in 2022 and am looking forward  to the opportunity to help make a difference for this generation and beyond.

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Catherine Payne

Catherine Payne and her family have lived in Hillsborough since 2007. Catherine is a graduate of High Point University with a BS in Spanish and International Business. She utilizes her degree as an IT Project Manager. Catherine is passionate about helping residents in and around Hillsborough. Beyond being on the Board of GiGi's Playhouse, she is active in her church, and rescues and retrains 'unadoptable' dogs. Catherine has volunteered, in various capacities, for the past seven years with GiGi's.