Our Leadership Team
Operation Heroes Connect is led by veterans and community leaders who believe service does not end with the uniform. Our leadership team brings decades of military experience, community engagement, and program development to the work we do. From summer camp operations to national partnerships, our team ensures every initiative is structured, accountable, and impact driven. Under the leadership of Founder and CEO GySgt Tawanda “Tee” Marie Hanible, a retired United States Marine and nationally recognized advocate, Operation Heroes Connect has grown into a multi-state organization serving youth and veterans across Illinois, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. Together, our team remains committed to disciplined execution, measurable impact, and continued service.