Young Leaders

Big Vision

Junior board of directors

The Junior Board of Directors (JBOD) is a national leadership group of emerging professionals dedicated to advancing the mission of Guitars Over Guns. Sitting beneath the organization’s three regional boards, the JBOD brings fresh ideas, industry expertise, and grassroots energy to support strategic initiatives across all regions.

Each JBOD member serves on a committee and takes on formal responsibilities, including quarterly meetings and a modest fundraising commitment, while committee members support initiatives on a more flexible, informal basis, which often serves as a pipeline to future JBOD roles.

Our goal is to expand GOGO’s reach, raise awareness, and contribute meaningfully to fundraising, programming, and communications efforts.

In its first year, the JBOD is focused on several key initiatives to build a strong foundation and create long-term value for the organization. These include launching a national corporate sponsorship campaign, elevating GOGO’s visibility through enhanced communications & branding efforts and supporting programming through community engagement / regional events. Each committee (Fundraising, Communications, and Programming) will lead efforts tied to these priorities while collaborating to scale GOGO’s impact nationwide.

Meet the
Junior board of directors

Mihir Shroff

Founder & Chair,
Miami

Hayden Choi

Vice Chair,
New York

Maggie Browdy

Communications Committee, Chicago

Kali Hough

Communications Committee, New York

Emily Garvin

Fundraising Committee, Washington DC

Tristan Smith

Fundraising Committee, Richmond

Amauri Torres

Fundraising Committee,
Miami

Jerome Vaz

Fundraising Committee, Washington DC

Crystal Wang

Programming Committee,
New York

Matt Koenigsberg

Programming Committee,
New York

Marc Orlando

Programming Committee,
Miami

Lindsay Richardson

Programming Committee,
New York

Hunter Chalhub

Communications Committee
Atlanta

Campbell Drummond

Fundraising Committee
Los Angeles

Meet the
Committee Members

Jeremy Pesner

Fundraising Committee, Washington DC

Ramid Kadirov

Events Committee,
New York

John Mulligan

Events Committee,
New York

Alex Zirin

Communications Committee ,
Minnesota

Jack Caty

Fundraising Committee ,
Connecticut

Jose Romero

Communications Committee ,
Miami

Valentina Rodriguez

Fundraising Committee ,
Washington DC

GET INVOLVED

We are always looking for thoughtful, motivated young professionals to join the Guitars Over Guns Junior Board of Directors (JBOD). As part of this national leadership group, you will contribute to meaningful projects that support an award-winning nonprofit empowering youth through music and mentorship. It is a great opportunity to get involved with a mission-driven organization, collaborate with a passionate group of peers, and gain valuable leadership experience along the way. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to connect!

Interested in getting involved? Fill out the form below.

D. Shim

Music Production & Engineering 

D. Shim is a Miami-based music producer, engineer, and founder of Vibe Out Studios. A graduate of Full Sail University’s Recording Arts program, he has worked with artists like Kelly Rowland, Ball Greezy, Trick Daddy, Mike Smiff, and Fredo Bang. His music has also been featured in films such as Cuzo The Movie and The Wrong Kind of Love, as well as on major radio stations including 103.5 The Beat, 99 Jamz, Power 96, and OVO Radio.

Beyond the studio, D. Shim is passionate about giving back. He has led workshops, music production camps, networking events, showcases, and mentorship programs. He strives to empower young creatives to explore their talents and see music as both a form of expression and a possible career.