About Us

Tobie graduated from the University of Utah with degrees in Sociology and Political Science and a Certificate in Criminology. She is lucky enough to have an awesome husband, two amazing daughters and three crazy cats.

Tobie fell in love with traveling when she was 17 and backpacked through Europe and drove from Utah to Canada. During college she traveled to Mexico to participate in a study abroad program and after college she started traveling with her husband and daughters. In 2002 they spent 3 months backpacking through central Mexico and in 2013 they spent 12 days driving from Utah to Guatemala where they lived, worked, and volunteered. Tobie stays busy working as a birth and postpartum doula and running Be Humanitarian with Guatemalan Humanitarian Tours.

Darrin is a guru at everything he does. He is a Controller, RN and Contractor who pretty much loves solving problems and seeing the bigger picture. Darrin is an essential part of Be Humanitarian and graciously allows Tobie to spend their limited free time brainstorming ways to improve lives in Guatemala. Darrin is an awesome dad and goes to great lengths to keep a healthy supply of Guatemalan coffee on hand.

Dana is a small business attorney who has helped Be Humanitarian write contracts and stay in compliance. She has seen too many good business owners end up in bad situations because of common legal mistakes. She loves helping small businesses get their act together so they can focus on running their business. Dana writes a lot of contracts, sets up legal entities and spends a lot of time encouraging clients to care about their employer obligations. Outside of work, Dana has always loved travelling. She was 8 years old when she took her first trip abroad to Sweden with her parents. In high school, she lived in France as an exchange student. She has travelled all over and joined Tobie on a service vacation. Dana’s experience travelling to Guatemala was heart wrenching and joyous at the same time and she's been a vital part of our success since.

Based out of beautiful Costa Rica, William likes to consider himself an adventurer and entrepreneur. He takes pride in helping guide businesses with their marketing and web design needs and individuals who want more adventure out of life!

Chelsea was born and raised in Orem, Utah. She graduated from Utah Valley University in 2017 in Business Management and Marketing. She currently works for a photographer and videography company. She's a big Disney and Harry Potter fan who loves traveling and concerts. She loves spending time with her family and friends and has eight of the cutest nieces and nephews on the planet! Her passion is in humanitarian work. She's happiest when serving others and exploring new cultures.

Jen has lived in Utah most of her life. She and her husband, Jeremy, have six children who bring her a great deal of joy. Jen is naturally organized and enjoys the bustle of a busy household, the smell of freshly baked bread, and making delicious food.

She and her husband own a print and design firm and Jen manages the customer service and fulfillment. Jen has served on the school community counsel at the elementary school for over a decade, has sat on several committees in the community, and serves in her church.

She finds fulfillment watching her children perform on the field, in the gym, and on the stage. She serves her neighbors and keeps track of old friends. She loves the feeling of fresh mountain air in her lungs, the feel of the beach between her toes, hiking ruins, and the bright, starry night sky.

Danka is a seasoned traveler, birth assistant, doula & childbirth educator. She loves all things food & one day hopes to go to culinary school. She grew up in Kiev, Ukraine and then NYC, she currently lives in Utah. Danka writes each of our newsletters and comes up with great ideas to fundraise. She is an advocate for the underprivileged wherever they are in the world.

Shalair has lived in Utah all of her life. She and her husband Bob have 7 children together along with 26 grandchildren, who bring great joy to their lives. They love going to Lake Powell to boat and St. George to ride side by sides together. Bob has worked for Jones Excavating all of his life. His father started the company in 1947 after World War II. He was injured in an accident when Bob was only 20 years old and at that time he took over running the company. Bob hired Shalair to do their accounting and she has worked by his side for over 30 years. Shalair loves working with the youth in her church, scuba diving, traveling, reading, hiking, boating, swimming and gardening. In Shalair’s travels she joined Be Humanitarian on a service vacation and fell in love with the country, the people and the children who stole her heart. She has wanted to be involved in helping these families in Guatemala ever since she was introduced to them.

Born and raised in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, Esteban is a kind-hearted and dedicated medical doctor with a global perspective. As the first person in his family to complete university, he is deeply committed to breaking barriers and creating opportunities for others. He completed medical school in Guatemala City and has honed his skills through internships in Colombia, Chile, and the United States.

Driven by a commitment to equitable healthcare, Esteban worked for two years at a diabetes care clinic in Antigua, Guatemala, focusing on patient education and accessibility. Currently, he leads maternal-neonatal care initiatives at a nonprofit organization, collaborating closely with traditional midwives to improve health outcomes in rural Guatemala.

Beyond his professional achievements, he is a nature enthusiast, traveler, and yoga practitioner. Esteban also contributes to Be Humanitarian, delivering health workshops and innovative ideas. Guided by his mission to uplift others, he strives to create a healthier, more compassionate, and equitable world.

Are you interested in joining a great group of humanitarians who are dedicated to making the world a better place? We are looking for someone like you!
Please email tobie@behumanitarian.org for an interview.