OUT Miami Foundation is proud to be a professionally managed non-profit organization, driven by our dedicated and talented staff.
Jaime Bayo, MPA
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
jaime@outmiami.org
​(305)521-9050 Ext. 1
Jaime is a co-founder of OUT Miami Foundation. He has served in the position of Executive Director since January 2015, where he directs the strategic vision of the organization, and leads the creation and management of the foundation's programming, fundraising, and operational initiatives, policies, and practices.

Prior to OUT Miami, Jaime was the President of Bucaro Consulting-- a boutique consulting firm specializing in creating winning development campaigns and events for social justice organizations throughout the globe.

Jaime brings 10+ years of nonprofit management experience to OUT Miami Foundation, through his diverse roles a Director of Development, Campaign Manager, Event Chair, Program Coordinator, Development Manager, Researcher, and a number of additional volunteer roles throughout the years. In addition to founding OUT Miami, he also founded the FSU Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Jaime was honored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2016 as the Joyce Gala Scholarship Recipient for his efforts to advance and diversify philanthropy in Miami.

Jaime holds a Masters in Public Administration degree, as well as a Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Social Studies degree from Florida State University. He is passionate about youth leadership, international social justice, and peace movements.

Meet our Board of Directors.

Board Members are dedicated volunteers-- leveraging their knowledge, resources, and networks to support the community-building work of the OUT Miami Foundation. Thank you for your service!

Board Officers

Johann Ali
Co-CHAIR
ALSO SERVES AS SECRETARY
ABOUT JOHANN
Johann is the founder and Chief Client Partner of GAIA Consulting Partners, a full-service environmental consulting, risk and liability management firm. He holds bachelor's and MBA degrees from the University of Miami, a master's degree in Geology from the University of Chapel Hill North Carolina.

Johann is the immediate past char of the Board of Directors of the Miami Coalition of Christians and Jews (MCCJ), and has served on numerous other boards including the Community Leadership Board of the American Diabetes Association. He is an active volunteer at the University of Miami supporting the Iron Arrow Society, the Council of International Students and Organizations, and LGBTQ 'Canes. Caribbean. In Fall 2009, he co-founded a local monthly professional networking event called MACK Miami.

​Johann is passionate about educational opportunities for international students, LGBTQ issues, and social issues affecting the Caribbean islands.
Tim Smith
co-chair
SERVES ON COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
ABOUT TIM
Tim is a retired financial services executive, fine art photographer, and community volunteer. He spent 29 years working at the Federal Reserve Banks of Kansas City and Atlanta where he led the organization's online communications efforts across all 12 regional offices. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Washington.

​Tim served for many years in executive positions on the board of the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta (CVC)--partner of the national Points of Light Foundation and Hands on Network--supporting the strategic commitment of dozens of Atlanta-based companies to volunteerism and civic engagement. Under his leadership the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's employee volunteer program received the coveted IMPACT Award from the CVC in 2012.

Tim is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, and believes that OUT Miami provides a unique opportunity to help make LGBT philanthropy itself more inclusive by boosting the participation of underrepresented groups like women, minorities and allies.
Cristina Small
vice chair
SERVES ON WOMEN'S OUTREACH COMMITTEE
ABOUT CHRISTINA
Cristina is a Vice President and the Aventura Financial Center Manager at PurePoint Financial.

​She is a member of Aqua Foundation for Women and a volunteer with the Hopes & Dreamers Foundation. Cristina is passionate about mobilizing volunteers and reaching less represented people to build a stronger LGBTQ community.

Cristina is also passionate about professional growth, and is increasing PurePoint Financial's visibility in the South Florida Market
Leandro Barbuscio
treasurer
SERVES ON FINANCE COMMITTEE
 Leandro is the tax principal at Kaufman Rossin, where he leads their international business services tax planning and consulting practice.

​He is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Florida, and is an two-time alumnus of Florida International University earning a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in taxation..

Board Members

Ayinde Chase
member
SERVES ON SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE
Ayinde is the Florida Key Account and Special Events On-Premise Portfolio Manager for the American Liberty Division of Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits of Florida.

​He is passionate about serving and making a significant impact with an organization that caters to the needs that should be addressed in the community. He is an alumnus of the University of Florida. 

​When not working, Ayinde spends his time with family and friends at home; being physical running and working out, volunteering, being active in his community and worshiping at Unity on the Bay.
Edgar Jovet
member
SERVES ON PROGRAMMING COMMITTEE
Edgar is the President of Development ID, Inc.

​He is passionate about community involvement and helping other LGBTQ organizations to collectively succeed. Edgar is an alumnus of the University of Puerto Rico.
Jenn Nolan-Jones
member
SERVES ON WOMEN'S OUTREACH COMMITTEE
Jenn is a Realtor Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

​She is passionate about women’s outreach and LGBTQ families in the community. Jenn is an alumna of the University of Cincinnati.

Jenn enjoys volunteering with youth groups and mentoring social groups for young ladies.

Interested in joining the board?

We're always looking for passionate people to join OUT Miami's Board of Directors. Prior board experience is not required-- just a passion for our local LGBTQ community and commitment to strengthening OUT Miami Foundation.

To learn more about board service, please contact Board Co-Chair Tim Smith.