Meet The Leaders Behind The Mission
Each leader brings heart, purpose, and dedication to Love Beyond Limits. Together, they help build an inclusive community and turn our mission into meaningful action every day. Their expertise, passion, and commitment ensure that every individual we serve has access to support, opportunities, and a place to truly belong.
Vickie Goetz
Vickie has been very fortunate to have a wonderful husband and children. She was blessed with the opportunity to stay home and raise her children, and today they stand as one. Her family supports her mission not only through words, but by standing beside her every step of the way.
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The first time Vickie stepped into a school for individuals with special needs, everything changed. From the moment she walked through those doors, she fell in love with the community and knew she had found both her passion and her calling. What began as a job quickly became a mission.
While her family remains her world, that world has grown. Today, it includes an incredible community of children, families, educators, and individuals with diverse abilities who inspire her every day. Love Beyond Limits was created from the belief that everyone deserves access, education, opportunity, and a place where they truly belong.
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This work is about more than programs or services—it is about changing communities, breaking barriers, and building spaces where people can learn, grow, and thrive with dignity and purpose. Vickie is proud to stand beside families, advocate for inclusion, and create opportunities that ensure every individual has the chance to live a full and meaningful life.
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This is her heart. This is her mission. And this is Love Beyond Limits.
Ysela Heim
Ysela Heim is a community leader and the founder of Special Education Advocacy Services, LLC. She became an Exceptional Student Consultant/Child Advocate shortly after her son was diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and Epilepsy. Her son and family have been her driving force to make this world a better place for the most amazing individuals and their families. She has worked with thousands of families to not only Advocate on behalf of their children but also to provide support. She has sat on various boards and chaired several events in South Florida including UM-NSU CARD, Autism Speaks, Autism Society of Broward County, ESE Advisory of Broward County to name a few.
Ysela believes in philanthropy and supporting while educating community partners. She has helped create and develop Recreational, Therapeutic, Educational and Adult Programs. Her main role has been ensuring that individual needs are being met while educating families on Policy and Procedures. Through her 22+ years of Advocacy and community involvement, she has learned that creating positive and collaborative working relationships is imperative. This approach has proven to be most successful for student optimal growth and successful inclusion in school and in the community. I am thrilled and honored to serve as a board member.
Nicole Parrella
Nicole Parrella is a passionate philanthropist and committed advocate for individuals with disabilities and developmental differences. As a board member of Love Beyond Limits, she brings vision, compassion, and hands-on leadership to help advance the organization’s mission of inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for all.
A longtime entrepreneur and community leader, Nicole is focused on expanding the reach of Love Beyond Limits by engaging her church, real estate affiliates, professional clients, and local networks. She utilizes her extensive background in event planning to lead impactful fundraising efforts and secure unique auction items that generate both awareness and support.
Nicole’s involvement is truly a family effort. Her husband and children are actively engaged in the organization’s work, and she finds deep joy in watching them embrace the importance of giving back. Their shared commitment reflects the values at the core of Love Beyond Limits — connection, compassion, and community.
“Giving back is something we do together as a family. I’m proud that my children are growing up understanding what it means to serve others and to stand up for inclusion.”
Ashley Krantz
Ashley is a South Florida native with two decades of experience as an Account Executive in Media, specializing in audio and digital marketing. What she enjoys most about her work is supporting her clients’ growth and building meaningful, long-lasting relationships.
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She shares her life with her husband, Zach, who works in sports media, and their wonderful son, Matthew. Matthew is autistic and has a deep love for the outdoors, so weekends are often spent at parks, by the pool, or enjoying time outside together.
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Outside of work, Ashley enjoys traveling, thrifting, organizing, and soaking up quality time with her family. What truly drives her, however, is the opportunity to give back. Helping others brings her genuine joy, and she is always looking for ways to make a positive and lasting impact.
Alicia Laszewski
Alicia Laszewski is the Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Arise. She also founded Brand Ethos, a outsourced marketing and communications firm.Prior to starting Brand Ethos, she was Global Chief Marketing Officer and Employee Engagement Officer for Singapore-based Everise responsible for all external and internal communications as well as branding, marketing, recruitment advertising, and overall employee engagement globally. In addition, she served as the Broward County Chapter Executive and Regional Marketing Officer for the America Red Cross after serving two years as a Board Member.
Prior to the Red Cross, she served for over 9 years as the Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Recruitment for PRC, a global contact center provider. At PRC, she was an integral part of the senior leadership team responsible for driving and executing the company’s strategy, and directed all Brand, Advertising, Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Community Relations activities worldwide for the 14,000-person company. Alicia was also on the founding team of Extended Stay America, Inc. where she served as the National Marketing Manager for the hotel chain.
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She began her career at Univision Television Network’s largest station, WLTV-23 in Miami before crossing over into the corporate world. A native of South Carolina, Alicia received her BS in Marketing and Communications from Clemson University. She is a former Gilda’s Club South Florida Board Member, American Red Cross Board Member, and one of the authors of “The Lemonade Stand: From sour to sweet, inspiring women’s stories of strength and success.”
Alicia and her husband Kory reside in Davie, with her favorite role being that of a wife and mom.
Laritza Olivares
Laritza holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, bringing both academic knowledge and hands-on experience to her work. Since 2021, she has worked closely with children and adults on the autism spectrum as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and Special Education Teacher.
Her professional background blends behavioral support, educational instruction, and therapeutic strategies to help individuals build independence, confidence, and meaningful life skills. Laritza is passionate about creating supportive, inclusive environments where neurodiverse individuals can thrive and reach their full potential. She is committed to empowering families, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and advocating for compassionate, person-centered care within the community.
Laritza is also a creative entrepreneur who designs websites through Wix and creates digital and physical products using Canva. She is the founder of Refined Designs Studio, a small business focused on thoughtful, visually engaging designs that bring ideas to life.
Erin Kelly
Erin is ready to be part of Love Beyond Limits because this mission is personal, powerful, and rooted in love. As a mother of two and the mom of her son, Emaan, who is autistic, she has lived the journey that so many families walk every day. This experience has shaped her purpose and fueled her passion to do more—not only for her own family, but for others who deserve access, understanding, and opportunity.
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Erin believes deeply in the power of community, connection, and compassion to change lives. Through Love Beyond Limits, she is committed to turning advocacy into action and love into impact—creating spaces where families feel supported, seen, and empowered. She is ready to stand up, speak out, and help build a future where every individual is valued and every family knows they are not alone.
Sophia Goetz
Sophia Goetz is currently attending the University of North Florida, where she competes as a Division I collegiate soccer player while pursuing a degree in Psychology. A dedicated student-athlete with a 3.8 GPA, she is earning dual honors in Disabilities and plans to continue her education with a Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis (BCBA).
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Sophia finds deep meaning in following in her mother’s footsteps. Watching the joy and purpose her mother experienced while working with children with special needs inspired Sophia to pursue her own path in the field. Through that inspiration, she discovered her passion for being part of a community that uplifts, understands, and advocates for individuals of all abilities.
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Her goal is simple yet powerful: to help create a more inclusive world—one filled with opportunity, purpose, and acceptance. Sophia is excited to continue learning, growing, and ultimately becoming a voice for positive change within this incredible community.
