About Hall Pass to the World

Founding Board President of Hall Pass to the World, Michelle believes every student deserves the chance to explore the world and unlock their full potential. Fluent in English and Italian, with working knowledge of Spanish, she also holds certifications in aviation, automotive management, and maritime operations. These skills and more make her vital in building partnerships with educators and organizations around the world in order to provide students with immersive experiences that expand their worldview, confidence, and sense of purpose.

Conceived in 2011 by newly minted world-traveler, Michelle, the vision of Hall Pass has always been to provide cross-cultural experiences to young people who may never have dreamed of

international travel. She invited Danielle to join the Board in 2019 following her first journey overseas. Michelle and Danielle received their first passport at ages 41 & 34 respectively, proving it's never too late or too early to set sail!

A native of Las Vegas, Nevada and mother to.a 3 year old son, Danielle has a passion for learning new things and then sharing her excitement and newfound knowledge with others. She believes education comes from the parents first, and then from the communities in which we live. Her inaugural international trip took place in 2019 when she spent three months in the Eastern and Volta regions of Ghana working with a local volunteer group. Danielle hopes to make learning about new places fun and interactive, causing young people to want to see it for themselves.