OUR STORY

As Chief Operating Officer at Two Gooders, Edward brings more than 13 years of experience in finance, operations, and relationship management, along with a practical belief that a great mission needs a strong foundation behind it. His career has spanned financial services, international operations, nonprofit sustainability, and enterprise account management, giving him experience across a wide range of organizations and operating environments.

Throughout his career, Edward has managed complex financial operations, streamlined processes, strengthened business relationships, and focused on finding better ways for organizations to operate. He also owned a small family business with his father, adding firsthand entrepreneurial experience and an understanding of the many responsibilities involved in building and running a business.

Edward’s experience managing finances for a nonprofit dedicated to sustainable agriculture reinforced his belief that a meaningful mission and strong operations must work hand in hand. That perspective is an important part of what he brings to Two Gooders and its commitment to combining commerce with giving.

As COO, Edward is focused on building the financial and operational foundation that will allow Two Gooders to grow while staying true to its promise of giving back. His work includes creating transparency around charitable contributions, strengthening supplier relationships, and developing systems and processes that support the team and the company’s continued growth. His goal is to help ensure that as Two Gooders expands, its charitable mission remains at the center of how the business operates.

A Southern California native, Edward enjoys spending time on the golf course and, true to his millennial roots, the occasional video game. He believes the way we choose to spend our time and resources says a great deal about what we value. For Edward, Two Gooders is an opportunity to help build something that demonstrates that doing good work and doing good in the world don’t have to be separate things—and that’s something worth building.

As Program Manager at Two Gooders, Julia Lausch focuses on developing programs and building partnerships that bring together the company, its partners, and the community to create meaningful impact. With more than 24 years of experience in project management, disability services, international education, business development, and community advocacy, Julia has a unique ability to connect people, organizations, and resources around a shared purpose.

Her passion for helping others began early and has taken her around the world, from humanitarian and educational work in Venezuela, Kosovo, Mexico, India, Kenya, and Sri Lanka to research focused on Filipina migrant women in Dubai. She later coordinated programs at the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities and, with her husband, built successful businesses in Puerto Rico, further strengthening her ability to develop relationships and turn ideas into sustainable programs. Julia is especially passionate about children, women, individuals with disabilities, and marginalized communities both in the U.S. and abroad. Today, she and her husband are raising four young daughters and enjoy spending time at the beach, reading, and traveling. At Two Gooders, Julia is excited to use her diverse experiences to create mutually beneficial programs and partnerships that give more people and organizations the opportunity to come together, participate, and multiply the good they can accomplish.

Ally Quick is the passionate Chief Human Resources Officer at Two Gooders, known for turning chaos into clarity and creating a structure that allows people and organizations to thrive. Born and raised in Germany, Ally brings a global perspective and a personal understanding of what it means to adjust to life in a new country, an experience that shaped her commitment to organizations like ourBRIDGE for KIDS, which helps newly arrived children find belonging.

Her compassion also extends to animal welfare and ocean conservation, and as a Master Scuba Diver, she has witnessed firsthand both the beauty and fragility of marine life. With a B.S. in Psychology and an HRCI HR Management Certification, Ally combines natural empathy with the expertise to build people-first systems, overseeing recruiting, onboarding, payroll and benefits, compliance, and employee relations at Two Gooders. At the heart of everything she does is a belief that people do their best when they feel valued, connected, and cared for—making Two Gooders and its mission of giving back a natural fit.

For Bryan, business has always been about more than numbers—it is about using experience, innovation, and sound leadership to build something that creates lasting value. As Chief Financial Officer at Two Gooders, he brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience to a company whose mission immediately resonated with him. His career has taken him from global organizations including Intel Corporation and SAIC/Leidos to high-growth startups and mid-market companies, where he has served as both Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer. Along the way, Bryan has built a reputation for turning strategy into action, strengthening operations, and helping organizations grow with purpose and discipline. His experience spans government contracting, health technology, fintech, and other highly regulated industries, giving him a unique perspective on both large, complex enterprises and emerging businesses with the potential to create meaningful change.

Bryan is especially interested in finding new ways to use existing technologies and innovative thinking to solve long-standing challenges, improve outcomes, and create opportunities for growth. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Mississippi and an MBA with honors from Indiana University and remains actively involved with the CFO Leadership Council, the Private Directors Association, and the Allyship Committee of Athena.

But Bryan’s commitment to creating an impact extends beyond his professional career. He has served in leadership roles on multiple community boards and was a founding member of a local charitable organization that continues to make a difference in the community today. When Amy shared her vision for Two Gooders, Bryan saw an opportunity to bring together two things he values deeply: building a strong, successful business and using that success to benefit others. As CFO, he is helping create the financial foundation that will allow Two Gooders to grow responsibly while keeping generosity at the heart of its business model. For Bryan, Two Gooders is an opportunity to use decades of experience for something bigger—helping to prove that commerce can create value not only for the people making a purchase, but also for the communities and causes that benefit from it. When business and generosity work together, everyone has the opportunity to become a Gooder.

Denene Freeman is the Administrative Assistant at Two Gooders, where she helps keep the many moving pieces of a growing e-commerce company organized and moving forward. Supporting day-to-day operations and the leadership team, she assists with customer service, employee onboarding, product sourcing, and special projects, bringing adaptability and a willingness to step in wherever she is needed. Denene draws on more than 35 years as an educator and leader, where she mentored students and colleagues and helped others embrace new technologies and ideas.

Her commitment to helping others has always extended beyond her professional life, with a special passion for ensuring no child is hungry. She encouraged her students to experience the joy of giving by creating care packages for Family Assistance Ministries (FAM), and her compassion for animals is reflected in her volunteer work with Mission K-9 Rescue. Joining Two Gooders felt like a natural next chapter—an opportunity to bring her experience, heart, and lifelong belief in helping others to a company built around giving back. Denene believes generosity is something we can teach, share, and pass forward, guided by a favorite reminder from Dolly Parton: “If you're lucky enough to have more than you need, then you're lucky enough to give.”

Mark Avery is an accomplished photojournalist and photo editor whose 40-year career has taken him around the world documenting people, places, and defining moments in history. From his early work with the Associated Press in Beijing, where he covered the 1989 Tiananmen Square student massacre and Mongolia’s first democratic election, to international assignments for the Orange County Register and his current work with ZUMA Press, Mark’s career has given him a unique perspective on people, communities, and our shared humanity.

Those experiences have also strengthened his belief in compassion, connection, and helping others. He particularly admires and supports Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) for its humanitarian work around the world. Mark is proud to be part of Two Gooders and a mission that reflects something he deeply believes: when we look beyond ourselves and come together to help others, even everyday choices can make a meaningful difference.

Melissa brings 33 years of experience marketing building materials to the architectural community, where much of her career has been centered around building relationships and connecting people. She is excited to bring that same spirit of connection and compassion to Two Gooders.

Giving back has always held a special place in Melissa’s heart; over the years, she has supported Childhelp and has become especially passionate about helping children with disabilities and supporting individuals and families affected by addiction. She believes everyone deserves compassion, understanding, and a second chance. Melissa is grateful for the opportunity to work alongside the many wonderful charities supported by Two Gooders and hopes to help make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most. For her, being part of Two Gooders is about more than giving—it’s about caring, showing up, and helping create a better future for others.

As Senior Buyer, Lisa Liddi has a natural gift for finding the beautiful, unexpected, and the things that simply make you smile. A lifelong animal lover—especially when it comes to pugs—and a true admirer of art, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design, Lisa loves discovering unique gifts, artisan treasures, and special pieces that feel personal rather than ordinary. For her, the best gifts are the ones that make you stop and think, “This is so them.”

Giving back is just as much a part of who Lisa is; she has a generous heart and quietly gives her time to support hospice and memory care patients, as well as local outreach and community efforts, believing that even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. Lisa also believes in the power of one good idea—and in what can happen when people come together around it. That is what makes Two Gooders so special to her: the opportunity to discover something wonderful, bring joy to someone’s life, and, at the same time, do some good in the world.

As IT Director at Two Gooders, Zach Bauer brings together his passion for technology, problem-solving, and helping people succeed. With experience spanning IT leadership, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, systems administration, and digital transformation, Zach believes the best technology should work quietly behind the scenes—simplifying processes, connecting people, and giving them the tools they need to do their best work.

A natural bridge between technical and non-technical teams, he values patience, communication, and understanding people just as much as finding the right technical solution. Zach is also passionate about education and mentorship and believes access to knowledge and technology can open doors and create meaningful opportunities for others. What makes Two Gooders especially meaningful to him is the opportunity to use his experience in service of something bigger—building a secure, reliable technology foundation that helps the team stay focused on its mission. For Zach, technology isn't just about systems and software; it's about empowering people and helping an organization built on giving back make an even greater impact.

Anita Ballan is the Financial Controller at Two Gooders, where she brings 20 years of accounting and financial leadership experience to a role that combines her professional expertise with a greater sense of purpose. A member of AICPA, she holds an MBA from the University of East London and a BA in Accounting. Having worked with start-ups, high-growth, SaaS, and mission-driven diverse organizations across Singapore, the UK, and the US, Anita brings extensive experience in US and international financial and management reporting, internal controls, process improvement, and operational efficiency. She enjoys creating strong, streamlined financial processes that bring clarity to complex information and help organizations make confident decisions and build for the future.

What drew Anita to Two Gooders was the opportunity to use her experience for something bigger than financial success alone. She loves being part of a company where growth creates more opportunities to give back and where everyday purchases can make a meaningful difference for causes and communities in need. Outside of work, Anita enjoys traveling and discovering new cultures, getting lost in a good book, listening to music, and watching movies. With a background in choir and a lifelong love of singing, music holds a special place in her heart. Anita believes turning gift-giving into a force for good means extending the joy of one thoughtful gesture far beyond the person receiving it. For her, Two Gooders represents the beautiful idea that giving can bring people together, support meaningful causes, and turn even the simplest gift into an opportunity to create positive change.

Audra Bright is the Director of Legal Operations at Two Gooders, where she helps build the agreements, policies, and procedures that keep the company running smoothly and provide a strong foundation for continued growth. Audra began her career in healthcare as the Practice Manager of a rural medical clinic, overseeing daily operations and compliance, before finding her calling in the nonprofit sector. Through her work with organizations with a global reach, she has helped develop the legal and operational infrastructure needed to support teams, partnerships, and programs across countries. With a Paralegal Certificate and a Master’s in Human Resources Management, Audra brings a unique perspective to the intersection of legal operations, people, and organizational systems. She believes the strongest organizations are built when the structures supporting people are created thoughtfully and with purpose.

What drew Audra to Two Gooders was its belief that giving back isn’t simply part of the business—it is the heart of it. Outside of work, Audra lives in Arizona with her husband and their 9-year-old son, whom she lovingly describes as a true steward of the earth and quite the chatterbox. Together, they enjoy traveling, discovering new experiences, and binge-watching their favorite shows, while Audra also loves reading and crafting. She believes generosity becomes especially powerful when people can choose where their impact goes. For Audra, Two Gooders makes that possible by transforming everyday gift-giving into an opportunity to support communities, strengthen meaningful causes, and make each purchase part of something bigger.

Joshua Thomas is the Warehouse Director at Two Gooders, where he brings more than 30 years of customer service experience and a genuine passion for helping others. In his role, Joshua helps keep warehouse operations organized and running smoothly while supporting the team with the kindness, respect, and cooperation that has guided him throughout his career. He believes that how we treat one another matters and that even the smallest act of kindness can create a ripple effect that reaches far beyond the moment.

For Joshua, giving back is more than something he does—it is a philosophy he strives to live by every day. He believes that true fulfillment comes through loving service to others and that when we choose to do good, that goodness has a way of continuing forward. This belief is what makes Two Gooders and its mission especially meaningful to him. Joshua loves the idea that one simple action can serve two purposes: bringing happiness to someone while also helping another person or community in need. He describes it as “feeding two birds with one scone”—using one act of kindness to create twice the good. For Joshua, being part of Two Gooders is an opportunity to put that belief into action, helping create a culture where generosity, compassion, and service can inspire others and make a lasting difference.

Keohen Smith is the Project Manager at Two Gooders, where he brings a unique blend of creativity, experience, and enthusiasm for bringing people and ideas together. Born and raised in Laguna Beach, Keohen has followed a wonderfully diverse career path, from music production and more than 20 years in live television production to hospitality and real estate. Whether working behind the scenes on a television production or bringing his community together as the founder of the Laguna Beach Golf Cart Club, Keohen has always had a passion for connecting people, creating memorable experiences, and turning ideas into reality. His adventurous spirit, collaborative nature, and ability to make things happen bring a special energy to the Two Gooders team.

Outside of work, Keohen's interests are just as colorful as his career. A licensed helicopter pilot and Le Cordon Bleu culinary graduate, he loves cooking, entertaining, and bringing people together. Whether organizing a parade, planning an event, or embracing a new adventure, Keohen finds joy in creating experiences that make others smile. What drew him to Two Gooders was the opportunity to combine his creativity and love of community with a mission centered on kindness and generosity. He believes life is richer when we look out for one another and that even the simplest gesture can create a ripple effect of goodness. For Keohen, turning gift-giving into a force for good means spreading joy, strengthening communities, and making someone's day a little brighter—and having a little fun along the way!