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Marcelo Suárez

President

Originally from Ecuador, Marcelo moved to Seattle in 2015 after finishing his graduate studies in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois. He is passionate about community involvement and volunteering for organizations that benefit vulnerable populations and the planet. He has actively participated in several GVH events and looks forward to contributing as a board member, both broadening the fundraising base and supporting ongoing programs. Marcelo traveled to Guatemala with GVH in February 2022 and February 2024.

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Carolyn Bain, MPH

Vice-President

Carolyn, was born and raised in Seattle, received her MPH from Columbia University, has served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Dominican Republic (’91-’93) and trained Peace Corps Volunteers in the Child Survival Program. Carolyn worked as a consultant for the Ford Foundation’s Sexual and Reproductive Rights program in Santiago Chile 1999-2005 and coordinated breast cancer research program in Peru for PATH. She currently works at Kaiser Permanente as a Research Program Manager. Carolyn was GVH's Executive Director for 10 years. 

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Stefany Sterling

Board Member

Stefany connected with GVH while attending college at Seattle University. After graduating with majors in International Studies and Spanish, she worked as the Program Assistant until 2019. She has since taken on a job outside of GVH, but transitioned into the Secretary position to continue supporting the organization. She is honored and excited to be involved in and contribute to the programs and activities that GVH promotes. 

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Loida Guerrero

Board Member

Loida Guerrero was born and raised in Guatemala City and came to the U.S. upon receiving a scholarship from U.S.A.I.D. She has lived in the Seattle area for more than 20 years. She brings to the Board an extensive business acumen from her professional life at Boeing along with a thoughtful, clear and authentic voice. As a long-term GVH supporter, she has shined as a Board member since joining. Loida traveled with GVH to Guatemala in 2022.

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Gabriela Maki

Board Member

Gabi is a college student in Seattle, passionate about soccer, and has been involved in GVH since she was young. She is the daughter of Jennifer Hoock, and is the inspiration behind the creation of Guatemala Village Health. Gabi works in the Seattle area, supporting homeless youth with their education, and hopes to continue her education with a focus on getting her bachelor's degree in Applied Behavioral Science. She is very eager to add her voice to the Board of Directors!

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Rinat Hackmon

Board Member

Rinat is an Oregon Health & Science University medical doctor in the ObGyn Department. She specializes in prenatal diagnosis of normal and abnormal pregnancies. She feels fortunate to combine her work and passions: interaction and bonding with pregnant women and their families, helping save babies' lives through procedures or surgery, and continuing the research that will help us understand and provide better medical treatment to pregnant women. She participated on our trip to Guatemala this year in February for 2 weeks.

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Verónica Zidarich

Board Member

Veronica was born and raised in Cordoba, Argentina and graduated with a degree in architecture from the University of Cordoba in Argentina and earned a master’s degree in architecture from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Veronica focused on low-income housing projects in Argentina, dedicating her efforts to creating affordable homes and improving living conditions for underserved communities. This early work laid the foundation for her commitment to socially responsible architecture. She currently lives in Seattle with her family.

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Deirdre Meyer

Board Member

Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Deirdre has her BA and MBA from of the University of Washington. She is co-owner of a small business, meori, Inc.  and brings two decades of marketing and sales expertise to her role at GVH. Having spent 15 years living in Germany, Deirdre has a global perspective that enriches her professional and personal life. She and her husband have three adopted children from Guatemala who are all currently studying in the Seattle area.

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Becca LaNasa

Board Member

Becca, who earned her Master’s in Organizational Leadership and spent her early career in management consulting for tech companies, combines her business insight with a strong commitment to social impact through workforce development, advocacy, and strategic partnerships. She grew up overseas and holds dual citizenship between the US and Brazil, enhancing her ability to connect with diverse populations. Becca lives in Seattle with her husband and daughter and enjoys thrifting and baking in her free time.

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