Who we are
BulletMichael Fischer, Executive Director

Michael received his Masters Degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University in 1999. He went on to develop businesses that were later sold off to Fortune 500 organizations; from manufacturing ladies hand bags, to software development, to consumable goods, to real estate, he has conquered all different arenas. Throughout his life he has always had a soft spot to help others and constantly is involved in a multitude of non-profit organizations.

Michael currently manufactures and distributes Awareness vending machines through his company Rocket Vending, Inc. All of his machines are proudly made in the United States and he is based out of Coconut Creek, FL. His companies proudly donate to following amazing charities: Florida Breast Cancer Coalitions and Research Foundation, Susan G. Komen for the cure, Breast Cancer Research Foundation, American Cancer Society Research Foundation, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Gilda's Club, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, Broward Health Foundation, Paralyzed Veterans of America, The National Memorial for America's Disabled Veterans, Fisher House Foundation, Inc, Treats for Soldiers, Inc., Blinded Veterans Association, and National Veterans Service Fund, Inc.

Drops of Hope was created in 2006, when Michael decided to combine his entrepreneurial and philanthropic skills to start a free luxury transportation service for pediatric cancer patients to keep their minds off the treatments and on the excitement of riding in a fun filled interactive game mobile.

BulletKimberly Gladsden, Community Outreach Director

Kimberly received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Florida in 1999. She then continued on at UF to earn her Master's and Specialist Degree in School Guidance and Counseling and Mental Health Counseling in 2001.

She began her career working for 5 years as a certified Elementary School Guidance Counselor for Broward County Public Schools and also served as a Volunteer Coordinator. She then went on to start her own counseling/consulting business specializing in small group guidance for children, parent and child workshops, and one-on-one parent consultation. Coping with the loss of her aunt to Melanoma, Kimberly became a founding board member of Gilda's Club South Florida Young Leadership Council, where she works to educate other young South Floridians about the wonderful opportunities that Gilda's Club offers and inspire them to become involved.

Kimberly joined Drops of Hope as Director of Community Outreach in 2009. She met Michael through their involvement with Gilda's Club; their shared passion to help those living with cancer made for a perfect team.

BulletJoseph L Mauro, Director of Development

Joseph received his Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Stony Brook University in 1992. Since then he has built, developed, and pioneered in the field of medical research.

He has been instrumental in a multitude of medical research companies that have grown and expanded with his assistance and expertise. His current responsibility is VP of Sales & Marketing/Quality Director for Boca Biolistics, LLC.

Joseph joined Drops of Hope as Director of Development in 2011. He has been involved in many other local and national charities throughout his career. His shared passion of helping others unconditionally is what will help propel Drops of Hope to the next level.

BulletJennifer Brauner, VP of Operations

Jennifer received her Masters Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Administration from Arizona State University in 2003. Jennifer was a behavioral health therapist for 8 years working with children and families. She enjoyed being in a rewarding career helping others in need and wanted to do more for these clients. Jennifer decided to shift her focus and energies and moved onto helping non-profit and for-profit organizations improve the services they were providing to the community. She became a Quality Management professional and provided on-going support to the organizations she worked with to ensure policies and procedures were align with the needs of the business, services were meeting the needs of the client, and most importantly, quality of care was a priority.

Jennifer joined Drops of Hope in 2011 as Vice President of Operations. She is excited to help grow the charity in Florida as well as expand and drive the mission of Drops of Hope in other states.

BulletMindy Haas, Director of Operations

Mindy received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and Child Development from the State University at Oneonta, Oneonta, NY. She was born and raised in New York and is currently living in Boca Raton, Florida.

Mindy and her husband Russell (married for 25 years) are the owners of East Coast School of Self Defense in Boca Raton. She is a Martial Arts instructor and has had many years of positive influence of the children within her community. Mindy is also the proud owner of Emenar Serving Company, providing hospitality service to the community since 1992. Throughout the years Mindy has been invited to build leadership in numerous companies, open restaurants and assist in company growth and development. She is multi-talented and always taking on new challenges

Mindy is currently the Vice President for the Florida PTA and sits on many committees including; the Florida PTA Legislative Committee. She is still an active participant in the Palm Beach County Council of PTA where she is a Past President and is a member of many local PTAs throughout the State. Her passion is building leaders in PTA and supporting the mission of the association.

Mindy has 2 children and 2 grandchildren that enable her to continue to grow her passion to encourage the health and well-being of the families of her community and for all those involved in Drops of Hope.

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