President and CEO of the Nation Voice Foundation, USA
Executive Officers
VICTORIA MARTINO
Board of Directors
Marina Julia Neary was born in Eastern Europe in a family of classical musicians and came to the United States in the early 1990s. She holds a BA in journalism from LaSalle University. A cultural exchange enthusiast, she has been working for Au Pair in America, the flagship program of the American Institute for Foreign Study. In her parallel career as a writer, she focuses on military history. She managed a branch of Charity Music, a non-profit organization with a mission to distribute musical instruments to interested children who could not afford them otherwise. Her play "Lady with a Lamp" was produced in Greenwich, CT, and the proceeds went to muscular dystrophy research. As a member of the neurodivergent community, she has contributed articles to the Russian speaking community to advance autism awareness. She looks forward to engaging her cross-cultural savvy and passion for philanthropy to advance the Nation Voice Foundation.
The Rev. Robert Bacon is the Rector of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Lynnfield, Massachusetts. During his priesthood Rob has served in a variety of settings including parishes of all sizes, on the Bishop’s diocesan staff, and in specialty ministries including with combat veterans and with professional seafarers from around the world. Prior to entering the ministry Rob served as the Deputy Legislative Director for the Governor of Massachusetts, and before that as a Naval Officer for seven years, first as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard two combatants (including a combat tour to the Persian Gulf) and then as a Deep Sea Diving Officer conducting rescue and salvage operations. Rob is still a very active mariner and scuba diver who leads church Creation Care ministries focused upon the health of our oceans and our planet, and he enjoys introducing new divers to the mysteries of the deep. He lives in Lexington, Massachusetts and enjoys long distance swimming and biking.
Karapet is an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned professional originating from Armenia and currently based in Belgium. With a robust track record spanning multiple years, Karapet has navigated the realms of startups, multinational corporations, and non-profit organizations with finesse. Their forte lies in the strategic expansion of markets, where they have consistently demonstrated prowess in identifying opportunities and spearheading initiatives that drive business growth and societal impact.
Victoria Martino is a passionate humanitarian, forward-thinking leader, and visionary with over 14 years of experience in hospitality industry. Her work is dedicated to empowering underserved communities through education, humanitarian aid, and economic opportunities. With a strong background in business, international relations, and nonprofit development, she has built strategic initiatives addressing social inequalities worldwide.
Born in 1991 in a small town Naro-Fominsk, USSR (now Russian Federation) Victoria began her professional career in 2009 in the Bulgarian Embassy located in Moscow, where she specialized in visa and immigration services, assisting individuals and organizations in navigating international travel and legal documentation. This role deepened her understanding of cross-border relations and global mobility, shaping her ability to work within international frameworks.
In 2012 she transitioned into hospitality and international business management, working as a manager at Russian Express in Moscow, where she focused on expanding business operations with key partners in United Arab Emirates. This role strengthened her expertise in service, leadership, and cross-cultural engagement, skills that seamlessly translated into her humanitarian and advocacy work.
After immigrating to the United States in 2016, she pursued Political Science at Norwalk Community College and the University of Connecticut, gaining experience in policy, governance, and public service. She later managed political campaigns and worked on humanitarian initiatives, further strengthening her leadership and advocacy efforts.
From 2021 to 2023, Victoria served as the Coordinator of Relics at the Saint Pio Foundation. This role deepened her understanding of humanitarian work and strengthened her dedication to making a global impact. After resigning from the foundation, she traveled to Rwanda, where she witnessed firsthand the urgent need for education, food security, and economic empowerment in vulnerable communities. Inspired by this experience, she founded the Nation Voice Foundation, which now leads initiatives to address these critical issues on a global scale.
Victoria’s journey reflects her unwavering dedication to public service and her mission to create meaningful change in the lives of others.
When she is not working, Victoria enjoys spending her time with her daughter Melania, reading books, exploring space, history and psychology, and hiking in the mountains with friends.
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