The Healthy Hearts Team: Inspiring Wellness and Harmony
Meet the executive team of dedicated visionaries working to empower children with heart health and life skills. The Hip Hop Healthy Heart Program for Children ™ is part of the Shape Up US, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to “Building A Healthier Future” and empowering children and families to lead healthier, happier lives.
Jyl Steinback
Executive Director
Jyl Steinback is a nationally recognized wellness expert, bestselling author, and nonprofit leader known as “America’s Healthiest Mom.” With more than 40 years in the health and fitness industry, she has empowered millions through her work in preventive health, lifestyle transformation, and whole-child wellness education.
Brian Levy
Vice President of sales & partnerships
Brian Levy is a seasoned executive leader with extensive experience driving transformational growth across both Fortune 500 corporations and national nonprofit organizations. Known for combining strategic vision with operational precision, Brian has led enterprise-wide initiatives that deliver measurable, scalable results.
Shyla Collier
Head of Media & Strategic Communications
Shyla Collier is a digital marketing expert and the owner of Premiere Social Media with more than 19 years of experience in marketing, photography, and business ownership. She is also the President and Founder of Premiere Business Networking and a bestselling author. Passionate about helping entrepreneurs succeed, Shyla specializes in strategic social media and creative marketing that helps owners grow and strengthen their business.
Tamera Martin
Lead Videographer & Visual Content Director
Tamera Martin is the founder of Blast It Media, creating professional video content for businesses, organizations, and events. She focuses on capturing authentic stories and delivering polished videos that help brands connect with their audience.
Megan Porth
General Counsel & Legal Advisor
Megan Porth is the founder and managing attorney at Your Contract Shop. Her passion for helping businesses grow inspired her to go to law school, after which she founded her own law firm, Your Contract Shop.
Guiding Our Vision
Our Board of Directors brings together expertise in medicine, education, and community advocacy to empower the next generation.
Cie Allman-Scott, Ph.D.
Cristiana Joy Cole
Gardner Cole
Dr. Cie is an award winning television talk show hostess, working for several years nationally on ABC, NBC, FOX and UPN networks. She currently works as a media psychologist, lecturer and writer, having written self help books and audiobooks and many national health, fitness and self help columns.
Cristiana Joy Cole is a multidisciplinary creative and wellness advocate dedicated to cultivating healthy, connected communities. With more than 25 years of experience in design, fine art and photography, music, holistic healing, and transformational programming.
Gardner Cole is a multifaceted creative leader, mentor, and community advocate dedicated to inspiring today’s youth and strengthening family-centered wellbeing.
William S. Hesse, PH.D.
Dr. William S. Hesse, boasts two decades of expertise in education, specializing in the seamless integration of health, wellness, and physical education throughout America’s educational landscape.
Sara Paul
Sara has over 20 years experience in production, promotion, strategic partnerships, hospitality, brand development and storytelling.
Scott Stoll, M.D.
Dr. Stoll is the co-founder of the Plantrician Project, the International Plant Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference, the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention, and the Regenerative Health Institute, a unique collaborative project with the Rodale Institute.