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Jonathan Babicka was born and raised in Bergen County, New Jersey. After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA in Communications, Babicka moved to Florida where he began his career distributing hair products through his company BDF Master Distributors. Opening Primp Salon in May 2009 sparked his passion for working with non-profits through events and fashion shows. An active philanthropist, Babicka is involved in a variety of incredible charities in South Florida, and the Little Lighthouse Foundation has always been one of Babicka’s favorites. Now, as Executive… Director of the Little Lighthouse Foundation, Babicka is concentrating his life’s work to focus on the needs of children and their families, issues near and dear to his heart. Babicka is the creator of PhilanTropic Lifestyle, integrating high profile brands with nonprofit organizations to raise awareness through online marketing, program development, and events. Babicka has also been a member of the Educational Foundation of America’s Adjunct Committee, and a member of the Prentice Foundation since the age of 18. A Miami Beach resident for over 13 years, Babicka is happily married to his wife, Missy Babicka, and a proud dad to their daughter, Layla.

Originally born in Sandusky, Ohio, Jason Venger has been a part of the South Florida community for over 20 years. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2004 with a B.A. in Marketing and Sports Management. Following his passion to help those in need, Jason has produced over 500 fundraising events and has developed and managed countless programs and community initiatives. Today he sits as founder and President of V2R Group, where he and his team work endlessly to help their clients achieve their mission and goals in the community.

Emely Zamora was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She graduated from Florida International University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Working with children and giving back to the community has always been a dream of hers. Now as the Director of Programming at the Little Lighthouse Foundation, she is able to put smiles on the faces of children all over South Florida.