Executive Director, Roni Goldberg
Roni joined ABC Westport in June 2025, bringing a blend of experience from both corporate and nonprofit sectors. A passionate advocate for equity and social impact, Roni is dedicated to building strong, sustainable organizations and engaging communities. In her role, she oversees all aspects of the organization—including fundraising, operations, board engagement, and community outreach—ensuring alignment with ABC Westport’s mission and long-term goals.
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Before joining ABC Westport, Roni held roles in corporate philanthropy and social
responsibility at the Viking Global Foundation, Tudor Foundation, and Tauck. There, she worked closely with nonprofits to support impactful programming and organizational growth. Her earlier nonprofit experience includes leadership at the Books for Kids Foundation, as well as youth-focused mentoring and programming with iMentor and Builders Beyond Borders.
Roni holds a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Emory University. A longtime Westport resident, Roni has lived in the community for over 20 years with her husband and their two children, both graduates of Westport public schools. She is an active community volunteer and, in her free time, enjoys traveling, exercising, reading, spending time outside (Compo Beach), and most of all, being with family and friends.
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Roni can be reached at executivedirector@abetterchanceofwestport.org.
Resident Director, Tamika Thompson
Tamika joined ABC Westport as Resident Director in December 2025, bringing a strong background in education and youth support. She has experience working in school communities, supporting students academically and emotionally, as well as creating environments where young people feel safe, encouraged, and motivated to grow. Her nurturing approach is ideal for build trusting relationships and she is committed to fostering a positive and structured residential experience for the scholars in the ABC Westport Glendarcy. House.
​Before joining ABC Westport, Tamika worked in roles focused on student success, engagement, and day-to-day student support. She holds a bachelor’s degree from University of Bridgeport in Psychology, which has shaped her commitment to helping students feel seen, supported, and encouraged. She is excited to bring her warmth, consistency, and care to the ABC community.
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Tamika is knows the area well having grown up in Norwalk, CT. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying new creative hobbies, and finding small ways to bring joy and positivity into her everyday life.
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Tamika can be reached at residentdirector@abetterchanceofwestport.org.
Study Hall Proctor
Our Study Hall Proctor is dedicated to building trusting, supportive relationships with the scholars while helping them develop confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of accountability in their academic work. With extensive experience in education and a strong background in supporting students’ individual learning needs, our proctor provides consistent guidance, encouragement, and structure—meeting the scholars where they are and helping them move forward. This role plays a key part in creating a caring, stable learning environment that supports both academic progress and personal growth.​
Academic Tutoring Corps
Our Academic Tutoring Corps is a dedicated team of educators, graduate students, and trained academic mentors committed to supporting scholars in reaching their full potential. Tutors work closely with students across subjects to build strong foundational skills, confidence, and effective learning strategies. Grounded in high expectations and personalized support, the corps partners with students to foster confidence, academic growth, independence, and long-term success.
Chef Marcel Robert
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Chef Marcel Robert joined ABC Westport in 2025 and has been delighting the scholars, staff and guests with delicious dishes made from locally sourced goods. As Founder of Belle Hill Dining, a farm to table private dining experience dedicated to supporting our local farmers, Marcel.uses fresh, organic, and robust food interests to merge great taste and education with tasty and nutritious dishes. Marcel gained his passion for cooking as a child and has grown within it ever since. He loves to educate and learn about the vast world of cooking, growing, eating, and everything food. Best of all, he loves to share his knowledge and skill with all of us at ABC Westport.
Lorenzo Munroe, Therapist
Lorenzo Colón Munroe, M.Div., LCSW graduated from the Fordham University Graduate
School of Social Service in 1992. Subsequently, he completed a three-year course of study in
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy with The New Hope Guild in Brooklyn, New York.
Lorenzo has worked as a Bi-lingual Spanish School Social Worker in New York City,
Psychiatric Social Worker at a child guidance clinic, Clinical Supervisor for Latino and Child
Mental Health services and as the director of a bereavement program for agencies in
Connecticut. He currently has a private practice in Stamford, CT. Lorenzo has provided
numerous services to marginalized communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico,
New York City, and Connecticut.​