
Julia Conroy
Founder
Julia believes in the power of baking and giving to make someone feel seen, valued, and cared for. Since founding Give a Cake Bakery, she has built a growing network of home bakers who create and give away hundreds of baked goods each year—partnering with local charities to reach people who often go without these simple pleasures. She continues to lead the organization as it expands, helping guide strategy, shape community partnerships, and mentor new bakers. Now a high school senior, Julia is preparing to enter college next year while overseeing Give a Cake’s national launch.

Cindy Taccini
CEO & Executive Director
Cindy brings over 30 years of leadership experience across consumer and life science brands, including her role as Head of Ocean Spray’s Test Kitchen. With deep expertise in corporate strategy and product innovation, she now channels her skills into the nonprofit space—driving Give a Cake Bakery’s vision, operations, and national growth strategy. As both architect and champion of the organization’s expansion, Cindy plays a key role in scaling the model to reach more communities and inspire more acts of kindness.

Estrella Spaans-Buckley
Board Member, Brand & Digital Strategy
Estrella brings a powerful mix of systems thinking, digital savvy, and brand strategy to Give a Cake Bakery. With a background in analytics and operations, she’s leading our rebranding efforts and helping build the digital infrastructure we need to grow with care and intention. Estrella’s passion for community and belief in purpose-driven work make her an essential part of our movement to uplift and inspire through baking.

Dominique Harris
Workshop Director
Dominique brings a powerful blend of educational leadership, equity work, and community-building to Give a Cake Bakery. A former school principal and experienced strategist, she has dedicated her career to creating programs that empower, uplift, and connect. At Give a Cake, she leads the growth of our workshop program—designing experiences that inspire volunteerism, teach practical skills, and bring people together around the joy of giving. Her vision is helping shape one of the most meaningful pillars of our mission.

Gini Dietrich
Strategic Advisor
An internationally recognized leader in communications and digital strategy, Gini brings decades of experience helping mission-driven organizations earn trust and grow their voice. As founder and CEO of Spin Sucks, and the creator of the PESO Model©, she guides our efforts to expand awareness, build community, and launch bold campaigns that invite more people to join the Give a Cake mission. Her strategic insight and heart for social impact help shape how we show up—and how we grow.

John Conroy
Strategic Advisor
John brings a lifelong passion for community building and hands-on learning to Give a Cake Bakery. He plays a key role in shaping the organization’s workshop programs and expansion strategy. With a background in education, nonprofit development, and leadership coaching, John helps turn big ideas into grounded, scalable action—guiding new chapters, mentoring volunteers, and strengthening the foundation for national growth.