MEET
THE TEAM

  • Shadi Toloui-Wallace

    FOUNDER & CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER

    Shadi is a singer/songwriter and content creator who has released four internationally acclaimed, spiritually inspired albums. She is co-founder of Media For Transformation, a Vancouver social action initiative that uses positive content to empower youth ages 11-14. She is also mom to a toddler.

  • Jason Bienia

    FOUNDER & APP DEVELOPMENT LEAD

    Jason brings his diverse experience to the Tiny Souls team as both a software engineer and professional musician. Jason is a full-stack software developer who has worked with engineering teams at edtech companies such as FreshGrade and Higher Ground Education. He is currently a developer at Animiiki, a social innovation company focused on Indigenous tech. He also creates music under his alias Small Opera and is dad to a toddler.

  • Denise Sabet

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    The daughter of an educator and a musician, and a mother of two, Denise is passionate about the TinySouls mission. A global business executive focused on values-driven and high-growth companies, Denise has worked with start-ups and established companies across industries for over 15 years. She’s an aunt to multiple toddlers and tries to get them singing, dancing, and playing any chance she gets.

  • Siabh Murphy

    MARKETING COORDINATOR

    Hailing from Ireland, Siabh has brought her creativity, innovation, and intellect to our Vancouver team. With a Bachelor of Commerce in Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Strategy and a Masters of Science in Consumer Psychology, she's passionate about delivering content that caregivers love. From brainstorming colorful ideas to coordinating photoshoots, Siabh ensures that every touchpoint reflects the magic and wonder of childhood.

  • Zachary Stuckelman

    HEAD OF RESEARCH AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

    Dr. Zachary Stuckelman is a child development expert, children's media and educational technology researcher, and passionate educator who got his Ph. D. in Developmental Psychology from Vanderbilt University.

    He has previously worked with organizations such as Lovevery, Mattel/Barbie, YouTube Kids, and Duolingo. His enthusiasm for developing science-based, data-driven learning materials for children and families is at the heart of everything he does. He is truly thrilled to be a part of the Tiny Souls Media team!

  • Lacey Mason

    HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION

    Lacey has over 15 years of experience in the children's entertainment industry, including roles at the Sesame Workshop, Dodo Kids, and Walt Disney World.

    ⁠A Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate with a focus on Children's Media, Lacey is dedicated to creating content that not only entertains but also enriches and brings joy to young viewers and their parents alike. Lacey's career is marked by a commitment to blending creativity, entertainment, and educational value in content for children.

  • Alex Christensen

    IN HOUSE MUSIC AND AUDIO VIDEO PRODUCER

    A multi-instrumentalist and audio engineer, Alex has long been captivated by music’s infectious ability to lift spirits and touch hearts. Drawing on a wide range of musical styles, he loves discovering how sound and message can intertwine to turn profound ideas into simple phrases.

  • Aaliyah Mahboubi

    PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

    Aaliyah is an enthusiast of all things creative and can be found supporting artists and enhancing process production here at Tiny Souls. As a business student at Simon Fraser university, she is compelled by the synergy between business and art, and hopes to nurture this connection in her work.

COLLABORATORS

  • Melody Fananapazir

    Childhood Development Consultant

    Melody Fananapazir, M.S., PPS, CPDT, is a psychologist and IC certified Life Coach specializing in wellness, academic, executive, and parent coaching. She is a Positive Discipline parent and educator trainer and Mindfulness educator, with experience in the K-12 school setting as a school psychologist counselling students. She lives in Sacramento, CA with her husband and two children.

  • Anne Cabildo

    PhD Candidate, Research and Curriculum Development Team

    Anne is currently a graduate trainee at the University of Toronto studying cognitive developmental psychology. Anne plays several instruments. This passion for music as well as her curiosity about the mechanisms driving early learning and growth, the goal of her research is to enhance the daily lives of children in a way that gets the whole family grooving to the music!

  • Isabel Lopez

    Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    Dr. Lopez holds a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Minnesota. Her previous research focused on social-emotional learning and community engagement, with a current emphasis on educational technology. She brings a wealth of knowledge to the Tiny Souls community, aiming to contribute to the enhancement of educational practices and interventions.