ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

The Lovis Foundation was created in 2016.  After Logan passed, there was so much interest in continuing his joyful legacy of giving that forming a charitable organization was the natural next step.

Our name came from crowdsourcing on The Amazing World of Logan Facebook page. We received hundreds of submissions from Logan’s friends and fans. Since Logan had a love for all things Elvis, when we saw Lovis (a combination of Logan and Elvis), we knew we had found the right name!

Our work aims to spread joy by supporting initiatives and non-profit partners for the under-supported and under-recognized with a focus on the disability community.

Our Directors and Board members are volunteers dedicated to the success of the organization and bring more joy and kindness to the world.

Board of Directors

Doug Eisele

Vice-President

Doug is the retired owner of The Eisele Gallery, a nationally recognized fine art gallery and Old World Restorations, a company specializing in art restoration. Doug was Logan’s stepdad.  He and Rene live in South Carolina.

John Kahle

Treasurer

John lives in Ohio and is passionate about making a difference in his community.  He uses his 30+ years in financial services to assist middle-income and down to earth minded people find financial success. 

Laurie Andrews

Secretary

Laurie brings a wealth of administrative expertise from her roles as director of a consulting practice and co-chair for a prominent conference and seminars committee. Laurie is passionate about spreading kindness, helping others and lives in Pennsylvania.

Rene Eisele

Founder/President

Rene, proud mother of Logan, has dedicated 8 years as a board member for the Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities Services, while also working in Finance and contributing to the Foundation.

Board Members

Craig Parkin

Craig is a growth-minded executive with over 20 years in financial services, known for building strong teams and mentoring future leaders. Based in Charlotte, he blends sharp business insight with a passion for empowering others and creating inclusive cultures where people can thrive. His commitment aligns beautifully with the Lovis mission to spread joy and … Continued

Laura White

Laura has over 30 years experience in corporate Marketing, PR, thought leadership and branding. She is passionate about helping the under-supported. Laura lives in New York.

Linda Lee

Linda has over 30 years of experience in school administration with a focus in special education. She has a passion for supporting young people in their learning and development with the ultimate goal of seeing them live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. Linda lives in Ohio.

Marti Little

Marti is an education and leadership consultant from Arkansas who strengthens school culture through equity-focused initiatives and strategic partnerships. A former educator and nonprofit leader, she brings deep experience in teacher development, grant writing, and programs that uplift students of all abilities. Her passion for inclusion and advocacy reflects the Lovis spirit of joy, opportunity, … Continued

Melissa Rawley-Payne

Melissa is a passionate community volunteer serving across many sectors. Her extensive fundraising and community event planning combined with her experience as a pharma/biotech executive further enhances her value to the Foundation. She is an avid networker who loves serving others. Melissa lives in New Jersey.

Advisory Committee

Assia Micheaux Johnson

Assia is a producer and media professional whose passion for branding and storytelling provided many opportunities to work with national brands. In 2019, she launched The Reel Culture Queens — a movie review podcast and online publication for women in media. Assia lives in Ohio.

Tom Grogan

Tom Grogan, based in Chicago, is a seasoned marketing strategist with deep experience in financial services, brand management, and strategic planning. Now retired, he devotes his time to nonprofit advocacy and community engagement — a perfect complement to the Lovis mission of spreading joy and purpose.

Associate Board Member

The Associate Board position is a one-year commitment open to a young person between the ages of 16 and 23 who can demonstrate a connection to an under-represented or under-supported community.

David Kwan

David is currently pursuing a Master’s in Anesthesia at Case Western. Passionate about nonprofit work, he served as Vice President of the University of Cincinnati’s nonprofit consulting organization. He hopes to help expand the Lovis Foundation’s reach in recognizing underserved students.

Maelyn Carter

Maelyn is currently a Junior at Richland NE High School in Columbia, SC.  Her goal is to bring awareness and support to the neurodiverse community through her work with Lovis.