PRESIDENT & FOUNDER

Eve Tetzlaff is a strategic advisor and executive mentor with three decades of leadership experience in Fortune 500 corporations, startups, nonprofits, and venture capital. Her longtime spiritual practice has led her to connect with Peru and all the magic and wisdom of its spiritual traditions. After visiting the Amazon together, she and Adrienne were inspired to partner with Carlos to create Compadres de Peru to support the people and communities who have so generously shared their beautiful culture.

TREASURER & FOUNDER

Adrienne Worley is a business owner, entrepreneur, and world traveler with experience in hospitality, wholesale distribution, and special education for both children and adults. Her passion for helping others and making a meaningful difference in the world led her to Peru, where she has traveled extensively through the Amazon and Andes, building deep connections with local communities. Grateful and humbled by these experiences, she founded Compadres de Peru to support lasting impact within Peru’s diverse and traditional cultures.

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR & FOUNDER

With over 20 years of experience in the tourism industry—including roles in hotels, airlines, travel agencies, and as a tour director—Carlos has gained deep insight into the field and a strong connection to his native Peru. Over the past decade, his focus has shifted toward community engagement, driven by a desire to create meaningful, lasting impact. What began as small, individual acts of support evolved into a shared mission with like-minded friends. This journey led to the founding of Compadres de Peru, an NGO dedicated to promoting development and self-sufficiency in underserved communities through responsible and sustainable initiatives.

SECRETARY & FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER

Alexa Lombardo is a founder and marketer who has spent the majority of her career helping purpose-led businesses launch, grow and scale. Outside of her work with brands, she is deeply involved in her community, regularly volunteering with local charities such as her community garden and food bank. Her passion for grassroots community care ties her deeply to the purpose and mission of the Compadres.

FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER

Mary Cate creates courageous space for clients, healers, leaders, and entrepreneurs to reconnect, restore, and respond to their unique callings with greater success, ease, and joy. With experience across 70+ countries and diverse settings—from treatment centers to private practice—she integrates evidence-based therapies, somatics, yoga, meditation, and psychedelics to support lasting transformation. As a board member of The Compadres de Peru, Mary Cate is inspired by the generosity and cultural richness of Peru. She’s committed to supporting sustainable, community-driven initiatives that continue to guide and nourish her life.

FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER

Stephanie is an entrepreneur who successfully ran her family business for nearly 15 years after immigrating from Mexico to the US as a child. She found a passion for photography during her travels at a young age, and always felt a deep connection to Peru. She values the power of education and family businesses in elevating generations while honoring local traditions, and hopes to bring that to the Compadres de Peru.

FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER

Suzi Townsell is Operations Manager of Me For Incredible Youth, Inc. (MEFIYI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization helping students find their “reward of life” focusing on academic, athletic, and career exploration while developing community relationships and job training opportunities. With a deep sense of purpose and a heart for service, she brings passion, structure, and empathy to her work. Suzi feels Compadres de Peru is the exact organization she can commit to for a positive impact building strong relationships, both within the organization and in the broader Peruvian community. Beyond her professional contributions, Suzi is an avid reader and world traveler who treasures time spent with family and friends. Her personal mission is to live a life of love, inspiration and lifting others through connection and community.

GENERAL COUNSEL

Having been an attorney for 28 years, Dave embodies the belief that the law can improve the lives of everyone by employing his expertise to help create a more equitable society.  He holds a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers College and a law degree and master’s in environmental science from Indiana University-Bloomington. Dave dedicates about 1/3 of his practice in service to the nonprofit community. Dave has helped create and foster the Maya Economic Development Corporation, a nonprofit entity empowering displaced and refugee Mayan communities in Guatemala, Belize, and Omaha, Nebraska. Dave has also led the fabrication of the Parents Alliance for Inclusion, which helps children at international schools receive a fair and appropriate education. Dave currently serves on the juvenile judicial nominating commission with the Nebraska 4th Judicial District as well as Treasurer of the Threshold Continuum of Care for the Homeless.