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KARI R.TAYLOR








FOUNDER, CHAIR OF BOARD, CEO





KARI R. TAYLOR, a Neo-Soul (R&B, Jazz) Artist is sharing her music all over the world. She’s paid her dues from childhood performances to professional performances in the studio and on stage and her commitment to her art form has never wavered. Kari’s talent didn’t go unnoticed as she sparked the interest of industry icons Prince, L.A. and Babyface, Stevie Wonder, and Jackie Jackson, early on in her career. Groups like KLYMAXX and LTD have also enlisted her talents. Kari has also shared the stage with major artists Steve Oliver, Chante’ More, Sheldon Reynolds (EWF), the Jones Girls, and more. Her performances include Concerts, Jazz Festivals, Galas, Television, and more. Kari also has a medical background receiving and A.S. Degree in Nursing from El Camino, and a B.S. from Arizona State University in Communications. She was the primary Caregiver for her Bed-Redden mother for four(4) Years until her mother succumbed to her illness in 2022. Kari Taylor founded "The HUSH Foundation" in 2005, originally to support Pediatric Aids and Childhood Obesity. The Pediatric Aids, Childhood Obesity, Cultural Arts, and the Regional Sports Programs supported under-served and at-risk children and teens for 18 years until the COVID-19 pandemic. At the end of the pandemic and in honor of her late Mother, Loris Lovett, Kari re-organized "The HUSH Foundation" to support, advocate, and assist Seniors. The "No Senior Left Behind," Health and Wellness, Wellness Assessment, and Senior Referral Programs are pertinent for Seniors and their long-term quality of life. Kari Taylor is also the Founder of the ACME Award established in 2023,and given out by The HUSH Foundation.



BRANDI TAYLOR-HERBERT








PRESIDENT





Brandi Taylor was born and raised in Southern California, and began dancing when she was 3 years old. She is very versatile in many styles of dance: Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern, Tap, African and Ballet. She was cheer and song leader captain at her high school, and was given the opportunity to choreograph many dances for her team. Brandi trained at Paul Kennedy Dance Studio, El Camino College, and with teachers and choreographers. She received her A.S. Degree in Dance at El Camino College. Brandi was previously the dance captain and company member of KPA Fusion Dance Repertoire for 4 years. She is a member of 2wisted Elegance L.A Dance Company and a GROOV3 Instructor where she currently an Instructor in in Torrance and Orange County.

Brandi's professional experience includes dancing background for various artists, videos, and showing her creative side by artistically assisting and directing shows .she worked closely with former Disney's Choreographer, Katisha Adams to assist as choreographer for the “Divas of Compton’ and featured on the hit Lifetime television show, “Bring It.”


Brandi is currently the Senior Regional Manager for the Rose Community Management Company - a Property Management Company, where some of their properties are senior income-based. While she continues to let her dancing abilities and workout instruction flourish, Brandi's leadership, her work supporting Seniors coupled with her health and wellness philosophy stressing the importance of exercise, healthy eating, and self-care is what makes our wellness program ideal for Seniors.



KT TAYLOR








VICE-PRESIDENT





KT Taylor was born in Southern California and was a highly honored student athlete at University High, Bassett High, Delta College, and Southwest College where he received his A.S. Degree in Engineering. He is currently a Quality Engineer at AAE Engineering (A Division of KARMAN Space & Defense). KT was a Defensive Coordinator for Cantwell Sacred High School's Football Team and was the Director over The HUSH Foundation's Regional Sports program. He is currently volunteering as the Head Football Coach for his son's Pop-Warner Football Team, KT's Volunteerism extends to The HUSH Foundation where his Leadership qualities ensure that The HUSH Foundation accomplishers it's tasks to meet its overall goals.



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