Our Board

The Board of Directors as a whole and on the individual level strive to exemplify all of the core values of Navigators. One of our greatest strengths is in our diversity. We come from varying genders, backgrounds, racial and cultural upbringings, and socioeconomic status’ and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment allows for the open sharing of a huge range of knowledge, skills, and experiences.

JOIN US! We're actively recruiting for new board members. While we welcome all kinds of support and skill sets, here are some things we are especially looking for: 

• Legal background
• Background in finance​
• Experience in community sponsorships

Do you like to help plan? Do you have great ideas? Join one of our committees today!

• Programming
• Events & Community Service
• Fundraising & Sponsorships
• Membership & Marketing

Since we are a parent-led organization, we encourage all parents to find a way to participate, even if you are not a formal board member! 

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Meet Our Board Members

Rivka Hodgkinson -  President
Rivka is mom to 3 Navigator boys, and serves on the:

• Programming Committee
• Marketing and Membership Committee

She grew up camping with her family, and is passionate about raising children who can be equipped, effective, and empathic adults. 

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Stephanie Lara - Vice President

Stephanie is mom to 1 Navigator and services as the Vice President. In addition to her board duties, Stephanie serves on the: 

• Sponsorship Committee
• Programming Committee

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Mia Mahaney - Treasurer/Secretary
Mia is a parent volunteer to a Navigator Scout and along with her Board duties, serves the organization on 3 committees:

• Fundraising & Sponsorship Committee
• Events & Community Service Committee
• ​Membership & Marketing Committee​

As a heart and career-driven nonprofit professional, one of her favorite things about Navigators is the slogan: “The more you give the more you get.” Truly, those are words to live by, and an ideal with which I want my son to grow.

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Josh Hodgkinson - Board Member
Josh is dad to 3 Navigator boys in our group, and is a part of the: 

• Programming Committee
• Community and Events Committee

A long time Boy Scout, Eagle Scout, and Boy Scout Troop leader, he brings a long scouting background with him to our troop. He loves sharing his passion for the outdoors, learning skills, and teaching the kids to learn through doing in a wide range of hands-on activities. 

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