Meet Our Leadership
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection.
Christina Polanco-Bussell
Founder & President
Christina founded The AFTER Organization after navigating complex medical, educational, and developmental systems for her own family. She is passionate about empowering families through advocacy, education, and innovative resources that remove barriers and create opportunities for children to thrive.
Lillian Polanco
Lillian helps oversee organizational governance, records, and compliance while supporting the organization's commitment to transparency and accountability.
Secretary
TresurerLydia Bobek
Lydia provides financial oversight and stewardship to ensure responsible management of the organization's resources and long-term sustainability.
Youth Advisory Council
The AFTER Organization believes the voices of children matter. Our Youth Advisory Council provides valuable insight that helps shape programs, educational resources, and community initiatives through the perspective of the families we serve.
Director of Community Development (Non-Voting)
Ashley Conforti
Ashley works to build meaningful community partnerships, expand outreach efforts, and connect families with valuable resources and opportunities.