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Our Board of Directors

The Board of Directors of Cousins by the Dozens Community Support Collective is united by a shared belief in service, equity, and community care. Together, they guide the organization’s mission to provide accessible personal, professional, and technical services that uplift individuals, strengthen families, and build a safer, cleaner, and more connected Long Beach.

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Dominick Owens Founder
(Board Chair)
 

Dom is 20+ year resident of Long Beach and a community advocate with decades of professional experience in higher-education administration, internal auditing, business consulting, and compliance oversight at UCLA School of Medicine, the CSU system, and in the city of Long Beach. Driven by a passion for strengthening families and neighborhoods, Dom founded Cousins by the Dozens Community Support Collective to provide practical, hands-on services that uplift everyday life for residents across Long Beach.

 

His leadership centers on dignity, accessibility, and meaningful partnership with local organizations. Dom oversees the strategic direction, community partnerships, and program development for the Collective.

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Adam Badger 
Director of Security & Technology Services (Vice-Chair)

First cousin Adam is a multi-disciplined security professional with experience spanning academia, industry, and government. He holds a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University.

In addition to his federal service, Adam has held roles in the technology sector, including supporting law enforcement response operations at Amazon’s Twitch platform. He currently serves as a graduate instructor in cybersecurity education at Georgia Institute of Technology and works at Apple.

 

Through his leadership and community engagement, Adam helps organizations strengthen physical and digital security, while mentoring nonprofits, community groups, and residents .

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Meghan Hodson Director of Real Property & Housing (Treasurer)

Meghan is a nurse practitioner by training and the CEO of MLH Strategies, as well as a partner in RN Property Partners, two companies conducting real estate transactions across the country. She brings hands-on expertise in home purchasing of distressed properties and rehabilitating them, contributing to economic rejuvenation of neighborhoods. She also assists sellers in financial distress to sell their homes quickly.

 

In her role with the Collective, Meghan leads efforts to expand access to stable, dignified housing options for families and residents throughout Long Beach. Her work includes identifying and acquiring properties, coordinating thoughtful renovations, and developing safe, welcoming units for community members in need of transitional, temporary, or long-term housing support.  

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Jessica Davis
Director of Beauty, Cosmetics, and Fashion (Secretary)
 

Hi family, I’m cousin Jessica and I bring decades of experience in fashion, makeup, and grooming to empower Long Beach communities. I leverage my background as an award-winning make-up artist, educator, and program developer to expand accessible beauty education, grooming services, and mentorship. Through partnerships with local nursing homes, Boys & Girls Club, cancer hospitals, and local businesses, I design programs that translate style and self-care into tangible community impact – whether it’s a Polished look for on air talent, a hands-on grooming session, or a youth mentorship initiative. I am dedicated to turning small acts of care into lasting dignity and connection - one look, one person, one neighborhood at a time.

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Open Position
Director of  Community Wellness Support Services
 

Seeking someone who has extensive experience in community wellness, senior support, and care-based services. They will lead the Collective’s partnerships with nursing homes, senior facilities, and community health organizations. Their  work should include coordinating personal wellness plans and volunteer engagement. This person will be dedicated to promoting dignity, connection, and quality of life for seniors and vulnerable residents throughout Long Beach.

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