Levine Music is proud to welcome two accomplished community leaders, Paul Innella and Cindy Chormann Hann, to its Board of Trustees. Each brings a deep commitment to education, philanthropy, and the arts, qualities that reflect and strengthen Levine’s mission to make music education accessible to all, regardless of age, ability, or financial circumstances.
Cindy Chormann Hann is a passionate advocate for the arts, philanthropy, and youth development. A former banker with a B.S. in finance from Miami University, she has devoted the past 15 years to community service, combining her expertise in fundraising with her lifelong love of the arts.
Cindy recently completed a nine-year term on the Board of Trustees at Interlochen Center for the Arts, where she served on the Executive, Philanthropy, Audit and Risk, and Nominating and Governance Committees, and was a key member of two capital campaign cabinets. A former clarinetist, Interlochen Camp alum, and the parent of two Interlochen Camp graduates, she has remained a steadfast supporter of arts education and young artists. Cindy also serves as Executive Vice President and Secretary of The Chormann Family Foundation, which has supported initiatives in the arts, scholarships, and land conservancy throughout Michigan for more than 25 years.
Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, Cindy has lived in Northern Virginia for nearly three decades and remains active in a wide range of arts and community programs.
“I have seen firsthand how the arts can transform lives and bring people together,” said Cindy. “Levine’s commitment to accessibility and excellence aligns perfectly with my belief that everyone should have the chance to discover the joy of making music.”
Paul Innella is the Chief Executive Officer of TDI, a cybersecurity firm he founded in 2001 and has grown into a globally recognized consultancy serving government agencies and commercial clients. With more than 30 years of experience in corporate leadership, technology, and cybersecurity, he has established himself as a trusted advisor to organizations ranging from the U.S. Navy and DARPA to international banks and Fortune 500 companies.
A passionate advocate for children and community causes, Paul is the Founder and Honorary Co-Chair of White Hat USA, a charitable initiative that has raised millions for Children’s National Hospital through the support of the cybersecurity community. He also serves on the Children’s Hospital Foundation Board, the Children’s National Corporate Advisory Council (as Co-Chair), the James Madison University STEM Executive Advisory Council, and the Board of Directors of the Mid-Atlantic Board for Team Impact, a nonprofit that pairs children facing serious illness or disability with college athletic teams. In addition, he is a Non-Executive Director of HACE: Data Changing Child Labour and a Board Member of U.S. Friends of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society.
Paul is a recognized thought leader in cybersecurity, frequently invited to speak at global conferences and regularly featured in outlets such as the Financial Times, Forbes, ABC News, CNBC, Washington Business Journal, Federal News Radio, and Computer Weekly. His academic background includes a B.S. in Computer Science from James Madison University and executive education programs at Cambridge University, IMD, University of Edinburgh, and University College Dublin.
Outside of his professional and philanthropic commitments, Paul is a strong supporter of the arts. “Music education cultivates creativity, discipline, and community, all of which are vital to innovation in every field,” said Paul. “I believe in the transformative power of music and culture to connect and uplift communities, and to provide hope — especially when it’s most needed — values that align deeply with Levine Music’s mission. I am honored to support an organization that inspires and empowers the next generation of thinkers and artists.”