Claire Elisan -
Founder & CEO, Project No Labels

Rachael Sibilia - Founder, Girls Rock St. Pete

 “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Sam Obeid through Project No Labels and have seen firsthand her ability to manage complex projects while building strong, trusting relationships with the people around her.

Sam is highly professional, competent, and has an incredible ability to prioritize, pivot in the moment, and remain calm when navigating conflict or crisis. I personally participated in de-escalation training that Sam organized, which gave our team practical tools for handling difficult situations with safety and compassion at the forefront.

I also saw these skills in action while working alongside Sam during PSTA’s major bus route changes after more than 20 years, where she helped make the transition as smooth as possible for community members who depended on those services. Sam understands how to balance logistics, people, and unexpected challenges without losing sight of the individuals impacted by the work.

Above all, safety and community are always a priority in the way Sam leads, and I have tremendous respect for the professionalism and care she brings to everything she does.”

“Working with Sam transformed the volunteer experience at Girls Rock St. Pete.

She thoughtfully redesigned our volunteer training program, developing curriculum centered on social-emotional learning, youth-focused engagement, accountability, and inclusion while making it practical and accessible for more than 100 volunteers.

Beyond the systems she built, Sam brought an extraordinary level of care to every detail, from individualized volunteer recognition to daily support structures that helped volunteers feel seen, valued, and successful.

Her unique ability to lead with both kindness and directness fostered a culture of accountability, belonging, and growth, contributing to what our volunteers consistently reported as the strongest and most successful program year to date.”