About Us

Leadership Team

As a mother of three daughters, helping girls feel confident and have a healthy self-esteem has been Renee’s job for the last 25 years. As a School Counselor for 20+ years, Renee has been an advocate for children and is fueled by a passion to help children feel socially and emotionally strong. Prior to founding She Believes in Me, Renee worked with non-profit Code 3 Association to forge positive relationships between the police department and local at-risk communities. The success of this program was  featured in the Washington Post and Associated Press and helped inspire her to go further to address the emotional needs of young girls in the community she witnessed daily through her work as a school counselor. Renee is a true believer in establishing a support system for young girls to help them become confident and strong community members. Helping to empower girls to live strong lives for a successful future is the reason Renee started She Believes in Me.

Having spent over 20 years in the corporate world, she left it to focus on motherhood and a second career using her interpersonal and organizational skills to support those in need. She has a 20-year track record as an active, dedicated, and consistent volunteer for various organizations. Teri’s childhood family was exposed to too much, too young. It took a village to empower Teri’s family from their challenges, showing her that community support can make all the difference in a child’s life story, as it did with her. She is keenly aware that a child whose emotional and psychological needs are nurtured is more likely to have academic and social success. Teri is deeply passionate about She Believes in Me and the children and families they serve. She understands that even a smile can change a child’s day, and a warm blanket can feel like a hug for someone in need.

As an adoptee who was raised by a single mother, Emma decided to pursue a degree in social work. During her college career she joined a sorority that promotes women empowerment and volunteered with after school organizations that teach young girls life lessons, how to deal with issues they may face in school or outside, new subjects they may not learn in school, etc. Emma truly believes that organizations like She Believes in Me are important for children and families to create a support system for them. Having just one supportive person in someone’s life can make a difference.

As a girl growing up with 3 sisters we were always taught to stand strong and work towards accomplishing our dreams. With my experience of marketing I support our community partnerships and create awareness of the SBIM work and vision.  I am proud to work with the SBIM mission that upholds the value of a healthy, strong life for all children and their families.