About

  • Wellspring 88 Nonprofit Foundation is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to bridging access to holistic wellness modalities to underserved members of the South Bay and larger Los Angeles metropolitan area.

    Our mission is to activate healing and transformation by providing access to holistic wellness resources and integrative programs to individuals and communities.

  • Wellspring 88 Centers, LLC supports brick-and-mortar community spaces of gathering, support, education, and expression.

    Wellspring 88’s flagship – Center for Conscious & Authentic Living – is located in Redondo Beach, California. The center offers integrative daily classes, workshops, special events, immersive programs, and 1:1 sessions led by master facilitators.

  • In 2023, a group of heart-centered women in the South Bay of Los Angeles came together with the shared vision of a healed and expansive human consciousness – an integrated human being aligned with the authenticity and embodiment of their soul.

    These passionate women now comprise the Board of Directors of the Wellspring 88 Nonprofit Foundation – with a shared mission to activate healing and transformation by providing access to holistic wellness resources and integrative programs to individuals and communities.

Board of Directors

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    Dr. Kelly Waggoner – Co-Founder

    Clinical Psychologist, Integrative Wellness Expert

    Dr. Kelly is a co-founder and Director of Integrative Wellness for Wellspring 88 Centers and Nonprofit Foundation.

    As a clinical psychologist and integrative wellness expert, she is known for her innovative approach to whole-person healing, combining evidence-based modalities, somatic awareness, mindfulness, spirituality, and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.

    Through Wellspring 88, Dr. Kelly creates transformative spaces for authentic growth, leading meditation classes, workshops, and professional training programs that empower others to embrace holistic practices. She is also a mentor to fellow therapists, guiding mentees to expand their skill sets and adopt heart-centered, innovative approaches to care.

    Rooted in nature’s wisdom and ancient spiritual traditions, Dr. Kelly blends timeless teachings with modern psychology to guide individuals and communities on integrative paths to healing and growth. She is passionate about inspiring embodied transformation in all her work.

    Contact Dr. Kelly: kelly@wellspring88.com

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    Farnaz N. Reneker – Co-Founder

    Architect, Mystic, Channel for the Divine Feminine

    Farnaz is a co-founder and Director of Conscious Programs for Wellspring 88 Centers and Nonprofit Foundation.

    Her two decades of professional experience as an architect, paired with her passion for art and science has inspired a blending of ancient wisdom teachings with modern wellness practices.

    As a mystic and student of metaphysics, she strives to bring forth knowledge and insight of the mysteries of the universe into the mainstream through workshops, courses, and private sessions. 

    As a spirit channel and author, she has published two books – The Love Frequency and Wisdom of the Wild Ones.

    Farnaz is committed to the expansion of consciousness through sharing her gifts and creating experiences that assist others in remembering their gifts, and in turn, embodying their true essence and serving humanity in their own unique ways.

    Contact Farnaz: farnaz@wellspring88.com

  • Tera McMaster – Board President

    With a career in the entertainment and music industries spanning over three decades, Tera’s passion is the art of storytelling – stories that elevate the consciousness of the planet. Tera’s love for storytelling, combined with her personal wellness journey and commitment to living in connection to nature and the sacred principles of life, have inspired her to lead this organization.

    As the leader of the Nonprofit Foundation, Tera’s role is to ensure that all who seek spiritual wisdom are provided with access to the teachers, experiences, and tools needed on their path to Oneness Consciousness.

    Connect with Tera on LinkedIn

  • Andreea Enache – Board Vice President

    With over two decades of leadership and expertise in the video game industry, Andereea faced the challenge of leaning into her masculine energy, until attending the Burning Man event for the first time in 2018 – an experience that opened her eyes to other aspects of her core and the collective of humanity.

    Since her spiritual awakening, Andreea has been committed to living a more conscious, authentic, and intentional life with an open heart. She strives to embody the principles of radical inclusion, radical self-reliance, communal effort, civic responsibility, and immediacy – with a sprinkle of vulnerability.

    Connect with Andreea on LinkedIn

  • Shirin Assemi – Board Treasurer

    Shirin translates two decades of professional experience in finance and organizational structure into service. Prior to her current role as Chief Financial Officer for a top real estate group, she served her community for 10 years as the Director of Finance in public radio. Shirin’s extensive experience in both for-profit and non-profit sectors is invaluable.

    Shirin is committed to ensuring the foundation offers increased awareness and financial support to those who seek to grow and evolve in all aspects of wellness.

    Connect with Shirin on LinkedIn

  • Brooke Nojima – Board Secretary

    Brooke is an attorney with over two decades of professional experience. Her exploration of healing and balance began in her youth as a track and field athlete, and since evolved out of the need to juggle multiple responsibilities.

    In restoring balance, Brooke taps into the wisdom of her Hawaiian roots and believes that we possess the power within to realign to our inner harmony. She is passionate about creating a community to help others tap into their innate power, find flow, and spread Aloha.

    Connect with Brooke on LinkedIn

  • Shannell McMillan – Director of Community Outreach

    As a leader in the construction industry for four decades, Shannell enjoys creating spaces that blur the lines between indoor living and the beauty of nature. Known by her colleagues as a relational architect, Shannell loves to create, build, and nurture meaningful connections. Her life’s work is infused with the magic of community, inviting others in to leverage relationships for mutual success.

    Shannell’s role is to support the development of platforms for collaboration and growth and generate opportunities and pathways for others to live a whole and purposeful life, while giving back to the communities they work and thrive in.

    Connect with Shannell on LinkedIn

  • Shannon Studstill – Advisor

    Shannon is an accomplished and exceptional leader in the video game industry with over three decades of production experience. In addition to receiving two Game of the Year awards, she has developed intellectual properties, produced critically-acclaimed titles, and played a pivotal role as the Head of Santa Monica Studio.

    Shannon is a pioneer, committed to exploring limitations, beliefs, and the mysteries of life. As she explores and evolves personally, her experiences shape her work as a compassionate leader and meaningful contributor to society. Her intention is to empower others to explore and evolve through curiosity and community.

    Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn

  • Dayna Papadakis – Advisor

    Dayna has juggled multiple careers and responsibilities for several decades, yet her heart has remained in the fitness and wellness sectors. Her personal journey in wellness began in her 20’s, confronted with a series of injuries and chronic pain. Dayna’s awareness of the body-mind-spirit connection and the power of holistic wellness modalities provided a pathway heal holistically and reconnect with her authentic self.

    Dayna is committed to helping others realign and rebalance in the body-mind-spirit connection, so their true authentic selves may shine in all ways and express more magic into the world.

    Connect with Dayna on LinkedIn

  • Amber Susa – Advisor

    Amber has two decades of experience in the fitness and wellness industries. As an entrepreneur, fitness expert, and health coach, she has owned and led several businesses. Amber is also a writer and performer – most recently performing her one-woman-show in Los Angeles. At the core of Amber’s work is a focus on transformation and evolution of the soul.

    Amber is committed to supporting educational experiences that elevate human consciousness.

    Connect with Amber on LinkedIn

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