Meet Our Board Members

The leaders are dedicated to our mission and impact.

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Cynthia Lett

Executive Director

After a 38-year career as a respected international maven of proper etiquette and international protocol, founder and executive director of the International Society of Protocol & Etiquette Professionals and author of That’s So Annoying! — An Etiquette Expert’s Take On The World’s Most Irritating Habits And What To Do About Them (2009) and many more books, Cynthia Lett pivoted to starting Beach Cowboy Fitness Foundation with her son Cameron in order for him to pursue his dream of encouraging young people with special needs to enjoy fitness and movement.

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Lisa Scott

Secretary

Lisa Scott is a semi-retired nonprofit executive who currently works with select organizations. With over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit healthcare arena, Ms. Scott is passionate about helping other nonprofit organizations to discover their underutilized and hidden strengths to maximize their community engagement and meet and exceed their strategic objectives. She currently resides in Mt. Pleasant, SC, with her husband and two rescue dogs, a Border Collie and a Labrador/Great Dane mix, and is the mother of two grown sons.

John Breheny

Treasurer

John Breheny is on a mission to build a place that gets kids off the couch, out of the streets, and into a safe place to play. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in both his financial engineering and in sports. Mr. Breheny has umpired lacrosse for the past 20 years and is the president emeritus of the Potomac Chapter of US Lacrosse.

Toni Boucher

Board Member

Experience and Expertise

Toni Boucher has been a dedicated professional in the field of autism for over 30 years. Her career began as a foster care and emergency respite provider after she earned her BSW. She went on to serve as the director of a residential and day service program for adults. In her role as director of the CARE Clinic, Toni provided autism evaluations and determined eligibility for the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs-Autism Division.

A Focus on Advocacy and Education

Through her work, Toni identified a significant gap in research regarding females on the autism spectrum. This led her to author Autism Translated, a book that shares the wisdom and insights she gained from her clients. Today, Toni continues to be a prominent voice as a speaker, writer, and consultant. She also runs various social groups and programs specifically designed for teens and adults on the spectrum, providing invaluable support and community.

Lisa Leask

Board Member

A Passion for Advocacy

Lisa Leask, a former US naval officer and successful entrepreneur, is a board member and a dedicated advocate for individuals with special needs. Her advocacy journey began with a deeply personal experience. When her oldest daughter was diagnosed with autism in 1998, Lisa was told that institutionalization was the only path forward. This was an unacceptable answer for her family, and it ignited a lifelong commitment to fighting for opportunities not just for her own daughter but for others as well.

The Five Fish Foundation

Driven by her family's struggle, Lisa founded the Five Fish Foundation in 2019. This nonprofit organization is a beacon of hope, providing sponsorships to families with intellectually disabled individuals. These sponsorships help cover the costs of therapeutic services, programs, and products that are often not covered by insurance. The foundation's mission is to ensure that every exceptional individual has the chance to receive the support they need to thrive.

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