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Leadership & Governance

Board of Directors

NDVerse is guided by leaders committed to neurodiversity, mental health, community connection, education, advocacy, and responsible organizational growth.

Leadership

Board of Directors

The NDVerse Board of Directors provides mission oversight, strategic guidance, accountability, and leadership as the organization grows its programs, community, and impact.

Gabrie'le Eato

Founder • President • Board Chair

Gabrie'le Eato, B.S., A.A., PCM, QMHS

Gabrie'le Eato is a love-centered neurodivergent thought leader, speaker, advocate, trained psychometrist, and the Founder, President, and Board Chair of NDVerse.

Drawing from her lived experience with autism and ADHD, Gabrie'le is committed to creating a world where neurodivergent people are met with understanding, meaningful support, community, and opportunities to thrive.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and an Associate degree in Behavioral and Social Sciences. Her professional background spans behavioral health, psychometry, advocacy, public speaking, accessibility, and community education.

Through NDVerse, Gabrie'le is building a nonprofit organization centered on neurodiversity, mental health, suicide prevention, education, advocacy, resources, and community.

Founder President Board Chair Psychology Psychometry Neurodiversity Advocacy
Cupid Hayes

Director

Cupid Hayes, B.F.A.

Cupid Hayes is the Founder and CEO of Arrow Advising, a brand and perception strategy firm helping businesses, individuals, and municipalities define who they are before someone else does.

A Telly Award-winning Hollywood casting director, SAG-AFTRA actress, and former Vice President and Chief Business Officer of Missing Channel Media Group, Cupid brings more than 30 years of experience in identity, leadership, communication, and organizational strategy.

Her work has taken her from Hollywood boardrooms to community organizations and municipalities, with a focus on strengthening reputation, inspiring trust, and creating lasting impact.

As a Director of NDVerse, Cupid contributes strategic perspective, leadership experience, and a commitment to helping the organization grow with clarity, accountability, and a strong foundation.

Director Founder & CEO Telly Award Winner SAG-AFTRA Strategy Community Leadership
Aseel Hijazin

Treasurer

Aseel Hijazin, MBA

Aseel Hijazin serves as a Board Member and Treasurer, bringing a strong background in business, marketing, financial services, and strategic decision-making to the organization.

Aseel currently works in brand management at The Marzetti Company, where she helps drive brand strategy, innovation, and business growth through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making. Prior to joining Marzetti, she worked at JPMorgan Chase and The Ohio State University, gaining experience across financial services, marketing strategy, analytics, and business development.

She earned her MBA from The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business and is passionate about using her professional experience to give back, support the organization’s mission, and help ensure its continued growth and financial stewardship.

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Board Development

Our Board Is Still Growing

NDVerse is currently continuing to establish its Board of Directors. Additional directors will be added as the organization grows, and this page will be updated to reflect new leadership appointments.

Board Responsibilities

Responsible leadership and oversight

The Board of Directors supports NDVerse by protecting the mission, encouraging responsible decision-making, strengthening accountability, and helping the organization grow in a thoughtful and sustainable way.

Mission Oversight

Helping ensure that programs, partnerships, and decisions remain aligned with NDVerse’s purpose and the needs of the neurodivergent community.

Ethical Governance

Supporting transparency, responsible conduct, sound policies, and thoughtful management of organizational responsibilities.

Strategic Direction

Helping shape long-term priorities, partnerships, programs, funding opportunities, and sustainable pathways for impact.

Community Accountability

Encouraging NDVerse to remain responsive to lived experience, community feedback, accessibility needs, and measurable outcomes.