Reginald recently retired after enjoying a successful career as a federal agent and corporate security executive. He and his family have lived in the area for over 20 years. He is grateful that he can use the tools he has gathered over the years to assist Luminus in achieving its vision.

Reginald earned a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University and a master’s from the National War College at Fort McNair in Washington, D.C. He also holds a graduate certificate for study in China Intelligence Concerns from National Intelligence University.

He enjoys bike riding, running, reading, and spending time with his family.

Jen Blondo is the owner of Key Process Partners, a consulting company based in Howard County. Jen grew up in Howard County and attended Deep Run Elementary, Mayfield Woods Middle, and Long Reach High School. Even at a very young age, Jen befriended New Americans who joined her class, taking an interest in learning to communicate in other languages such as Spanish, French, Japanese, and American Sign Language. Jen is passionate about creating an inclusive environment in our community, welcoming New Americans and providing friendship, support, and resources so that all can thrive.

Patti Pape Caplan is a retired educator who moved to Howard County from Iowa in 1987 to assume the position of Public Information Officer for the Howard County Public School System. In that capacity, she directed the district’s public engagement, media relations and communications programs for 26 years. Her background includes over 50 years of experience in education, social services and public relations, and advocacy on behalf of the disenfranchised. She is now pursuing a second career as a professional artist.

Anish Manrai, assistant director of sport and fitness at the Columbia Association, is an experienced executive and thought leader in the sport, fitness and wellness industry. During his careers in professional tennis and sports management, he has won numerous awards including the United States Tennis Association Mid-Atlantic Innovation Award, Columbia Association Team Member of the Year, United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) Illinois Professional of the Year, and the USPTA Midwest Division Player of the Year, among others. He is currently the Vice-President of the USPTA Mid-Atlantic Board and serves on the USPTA National Innovation Committee. Anish hails originally from Mumbai, India.

Elvira McCullough is a mother of three wonderful kids, who loves cooking, gardening, playing tennis, music and traveling. Elvira speaks 4 languages and has lived in Venezuela, Spain, France, England and Italy. She has her own Websites and Marketing Solutions company and is a Spanish interpreter/translator. She has been fully engaged in her community for more than 20 years and has worked with many non-profit organizations in Howard County. Elvira is in two PTA committees, on the Family Advisory Board for Learning Heroes, is a commissioner for La Alianza Latina of Howard County, and website and events coordinator for Howard County NAACP.

Barbara Day is retired from her position as chief of domestic resettlement at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration. Initially from South Dakota where she directed a state-wide non-profit resettlement and immigrant services program, Barbara moved to Ellicott City in 1999 to become vice-president for resettlement at Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service. Barbara’s background includes five years teaching overseas, program development, monitoring and evaluation, public speaking, and advocacy. Barbara is a yoga teacher and consultant to national and state refugee resettlement programs.

Shahid Hasan has 27 years of experience in multiple industries over three continents with expertise in contract management, ERP systems, software development, and systems integration. He currently works as Manager of Business Solutions at Washington Gas.

Shahid brings with him levels of empathy born from his experience fleeing a war torn country as a refugee and from traversing the complex immigration process to settle in the US.

He has been directly involved in non-profits in different capacities since he was a teenager. As a board director, Shahid hopes to bring strategic vision, technical knowledge, and a commitment to social good for all.

Renesha Alphonso is a seasoned communications professional with more than a decade of experience leading marketing, public relations, and outreach efforts across the government, nonprofit, and education sectors. A former educator and lifelong advocate, she brings both lived experience and strategic insight to every facet of her work.

As an immigrant, Renesha is deeply committed to advancing equity for immigrant families, children, communities of color, and older adults, particularly in the areas of healthcare access, food security, affordable housing, and education.

In addition to her professional contributions, Renesha is a proud mom who values time with family and friends. She believes deeply in the power of service, and community collaboration to create meaningful change.

Our Chief Executive since July 2023, Gabriel is an accomplished lawyer based in the state of Maryland. With over a decade of experience in the legal field, Gabriel is widely regarded in the practice of law. Gabriel's expertise primarily relies on immigration and family law but he has experience in civil litigation such as personal injury and landlord/tenant.

In addition to his practice of law, Gabriel is also actively involved in his community and had previously served on the Luminus Board of Directors. He volunteers his time and resources to various local organizations. Gabriel is dedicated to serving his clients and his community with the utmost professionalism, integrity, and compassion. He is currently serving in an acting capacity to the Maryland Commission on Hate Crime Response and Prevention and is expected to be confirmed during the next General Assembly session.