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About Us

Combating legal abuse requires more than a single advocate—it demands a unified front.

Our Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and Strategic Coalition Members represent the strategic foundation of After Awareness. We deliberately assembled this leadership team to focus on long-term strategic planning, build a strong, self-sustaining organization, and ensure our continued growth. Together, they provide the solid operational backbone required to support our mission for years to come. 

OUR LEADERSHIP & PARTNERS

Our Board of Directors

Karen Tosoni

President / Co-Founder

Cynthya Pagán Hale

 Vice President

Kris Ryne

Treasurer

Jennifer Ruiz-Santiago

Secretary 

Tara Mowan

Co-Founder

Andrew Grosso

Board Member

Our Board of Directors

Karen Tosoni

President / Co-Founder

Cynthya Pagán Hale

 Vice President

Kris Ryne

Treasurer

Jennifer Ruiz-Santiago

Secretary 

Tara Mowan

Co-Founder

Andrew Grosso

Board Member

Advisory Board Members

Ann Marie Willacker –  Operations & Leadership Consultant: 

Jennifer Garcia – Attorney

Tammie Cummins – Accountant

Christian Brown – Financial Educator/Coach

Joanne Peterson – Victim Advocate, Volusia County 

Shinece Carr – Executive Director

  Isabel Sanchez – Financial Coach

Heather Prince – CEO, Royalty Consulting

Mark D. Katz – Chief Strategist Officer

Anthony Pasquini –  Attorney

Gabby Reyes – Freelance Advocate & Paralegal

Ann Greco – Metal Health Therapist

Strategic Coalition Members

Driving real change requires a unified approach. Our Strategic Partners are select organizations committed to foundational collaboration—working alongside us to cross-train Navigators, develop vital research, and build the infrastructure needed to guide individuals from crisis to clarity.

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Karen Tosoni – President

Karen Tosoni is a professional educator, curriculum architect, and systemic advocate with over 25 years of experience. In July 2022, she co-founded After Awareness, Inc. to close the gap between isolation and survival for everyday people navigating a fragmented judicial process. Drawing on her background as the founder of an animation school, Karen blends visual storytelling with organizational precision to translate overwhelming legal structures into clear, navigable paths forward for families in crisis.

Cynthya Pagan-Hale – Vice President

As Vice President, Cynthya is the steadfast anchor and driving force behind After Awareness. An award-winning domestic violence advocate, author, and legislative policy champion, she brings invaluable frontline expertise to our executive team. Serving as a trusted mentor to the Board President and stepping in seamlessly to lead whenever needed, Cynthya ensures our organizational vision remains as resilient and unwavering as the survivors she has dedicated her life to protecting.

Kris Ryne- Treasuer

Kris is a career accounting and finance professional who specializes in bringing clarity to complex numbers. Currently working for a local CPA firm in New Smyrna Beach, she leverages her financial expertise to help organizations and small businesses maximize their potential. As Treasurer for After Awareness, Kris channels her professional skills and deep compassion into non-profit advocacy—ensuring our structural and financial resources are efficiently directed toward helping individuals navigate the judicial maze. When she is not working or serving the Volusia County community, Kris enjoys spending time with family and friends, or traveling abroad.

Jennifer Ruiz Santiago – Secretary

Jennifer Ruiz Santiago is an entrepreneur, executive chef, and dedicated community advocate passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. As the founder and Executive Chef of La Diva by Chef Jenn, she has built a successful hospitality business rooted in excellence, service, and compassion. Deeply committed to nonprofit work and community outreach, Jennifer serves as the Secretary of the Board of Directors for After Awareness. In this capacity, she is dedicated to supporting the organization’s mission of connecting individuals with the legal, emotional, and financial resources needed to navigate litigation abuse, find stability, and rebuild their lives. She strongly believes that education, collaboration, and access to trusted resources empower individuals and strengthen communities.

Tara Mowan

Tara Mowan is a co-founder and active Board Member of After Awareness. Equipped with a Bachelor’s in Business Management and drawing from her own lived experience, Tara has a deep, innate understanding of the nationwide scope of judicial entanglement. Based in Connecticut and a committed warrior in the fight against legal abuse, she is dedicated to scaling After Awareness’s vital guidance system to support individuals and experts nationwide.

Andy Grosso – Board member

After an honorable 30-year career as a police officer, Andy Grosso continues his lifelong commitment to protecting the vulnerable as a founding catalyst of After Awareness. Having witnessed systemic inequities firsthand, he possesses a profound understanding of the justice system and a fierce dedication to serving those in need. Andy helped launch the co-founders’ vision from day one. Today, he serves as a crucial structural pillar on the board—acting as a dedicated backup to the Treasurer, assisting with financial oversight, and stepping in to cast essential votes that ensure the organization’s mission continues to move forward.