Priya first joined Hands on DC in 2009 as a Site Coordinator and Fundraising Committee member. After a few years away, she rejoined Hands on DC as the Volunteer Chair and co-directed the organization for the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 event years. Outside of Hands on DC, Priya is a global development consultant and exploring her newfound hobbies of beekeeping and drumming.

Shawn has been involved in Hands on DC since 2003. He helps manage the organization, including planning events, working with schools, and identifying worthwhile projects. During the day, Shawn is the Chief Data Officer at the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

Mario works as an aerospace engineer at the Johns Hopkins University – Applied Physics Laboratory, conducting research to develop and apply space science, engineering, and technology for space exploration. Since moving to the District in late 2014 he has been attending Hands on DC events. Mario will help manage supplies and logistical requirements for events. In addition to working with Hands on DC, Mario runs a scholarship fund for students at his alma mater. He is an avid hockey fan, closely following the Washington Capitals and New York Rangers.

Réco has been involved in Hands on DC since 2003. She helps with volunteer management and email marketing. She always brings the high energy and fun spirit to Hands on DC.

By day, Kate manages a communications and program management team in support of the Federal Aviation Administration. She first volunteered with Hands on DC as a business student at American University and is happy to be able to use prior work experience in volunteer management to work for the organization. In her spare time, Kate loves to cook, read, and travel – all as often as possible.