Echoes Within

Chair

Daniel Belum

(He/Him)

Responsibilities: Leading board meetings, setting agendas, and representing the board to the public.

Bio: Daniel Belum (he/him) has been an active member of a variety of alternative communities for over 20 years. Beyond leading workshops and classes around the world, he is the co-author of multiple alternative lifestyle books on polyamory, power exchange, and more. He is one of the former co-directors of the well regarded community center The Space. Echoes Within is an extension of the community work he has dedicated himself to.

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Treasurer

Chandra

(She/Her)

Responsibilities: Tracking income and expenses, preparing budgets, handling bank accounts, ensuring financial reports are accurate.

Bio: Chandra (SHAHN-druh) is a dynamic blend of creative spirit and strategic precision. As Treasurer of Echoes Within, she brings over 15 years of project management experience, a sharp eye for process improvement, and an innate ability to connect people in ways that spark collaboration and growth. With roots in theater, public speaking, and adult learning, Chan (Shahn)  knows how to engage both minds and hearts—whether in a boardroom or a virtual workshop.

Her passion for Echoes Within is rooted in three powerful words: kindness, happiness, and belonging. Chan believes in creating spaces where every person feels seen, valued, and safe. Through Echoes Within’s mission of dismantling social, racial, and economic barriers, she champions the idea that all communities deserve access to resources that nourish the soul. Speaking of nourishing the soul, Chan is a belly dancer, loves weight lifting and increasing her physical flexibility to match her mental agility.
Infused with cheer, curiosity, and courage (she’s not afraid of horses or bees!), Chan is a joyful force on the board. Throughout her nearly 20 years in alternative lifestyle communities, she’s known for her warmth, unwavering optimism, and belief in the power of radical welcome. While she humbly claims no talent for art or singing, she’s a master at making others feel like they belong.
Chan also grows sunflowers—almost exclusively. After surviving two near-death experiences in 2020 and being diagnosed with a chronic illness, these radiant blooms became her symbol of resilience. Tending to them helped her heal, and through that journey, she learned to see the extraordinary in others. “Life is fragile,” she says. “Why waste any moment of it?”
Just like a sunflower, Chan takes in what is toxic and transforms it into something useful, beautiful, or joy-filled.

Secretary

belet dawn

(She/Her)

Responsibilities: Maintains official records, minutes of meetings, and handles legal documentation.

Bio: Dawn (she/her) brings over 20 years of leadership and service within alternative and wellness communities, with extensive experience as a participant, author, educator, presenter, and healing arts practitioner. A long-standing podcast host and advocate for holistic transformation, Dawn is dedicated to fostering inclusive, growth-oriented spaces. Her work is grounded in integrity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to personal and community empowerment.

Researcher

Stacey

(She/Her)

Responsibilities: Research various non-profit opportunities and events where Echoes Within can make a positive impact!

Bio: Stacey has been active in the long Island NY bdsm scene for over 25 years. She was a service top for a lot of that time until she married her submissive husband. Her passions are in receiving service, her sadism and the love of her partners. She is very excited to be apart of this new endeavor of echoes within.

Treasurer Advisor

Donavon

(He/Him)

Responsibilities: Assisting the Treasurer and the Board on all financial matters.

Bio: Donavon is an experienced financial leader with over six years of progressive responsibility in public sector auditing and financial program management. He holds an MBA from Franklin University, where he specialized in financial management, strategic operations, and organizational leadership. Donavon has a strong background in overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, streamlining financial systems, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and state regulatory standards.

Donavon brings his expertise in fiscal oversight, cash flow analysis, and internal controls to help strengthen the organization’s financial health and sustainability. His previous roles include Auditor at the Department of Youth Services and Financial Program Manager overseeing software implementation and reconciliation processes. Currently works as an Accounting and Finance Manager for a non-profit. He is passionate about mission-driven work and is committed to transparency, accountability, and impact in nonprofit finance.

Provider Liaison

Lucian Raven

(He/Him)

Responsibilities: The Provider Liaison builds and manages relationships with our mental wellness and other related providers, coordinates mentorship for peer supporters, and ensures ethical and effective boundaries in care. They assist in development and oversight of escalation protocols, support peer development, and serve as a bridge between providers and the board to maintain high-quality, ethical support across the platform.

Bio: Lucian Raven is an openly queer and transgender Licensed Mental Health Counselor and bootblack from Sioux City, Iowa. He dedicates much of his time and service to marginalized communities, and Echoes Within’s mission to continue this service called to him. He is pursuing his Ph.D. and has dedicated his research agenda to improving provider and client relationships with an emphasis on clients who are authority transfer relationship dynamics seeking support. He is passionate about service and looks forward to working with Echoes Within providers and the board to better reach and serve those who need the help.