Our Founder

Jamara Ghalayini and her husband, actor Mo Gallini reside in Venice, California. Prior to founding Pumpkinheads, Jamara worked as a business consultant for a global consultancy firm in the Los Angeles area. While working as a consultant she began volunteering in local schools through Junior Achievement educating children on the importance of community, education and the economy. It was the first day of the JA program that changed her life forever. She worked with children that were in desperate need of books, clothing and food. The shocking poverty level of these Angeleno children inspired her to commit to developing a plan to help.

In the spring of 2005 Jamara, with the support of her family, created a business plan to launch Pumpkinheads and make a real change.

The high end boutique, located in the luxurious Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, opened September 1, 2005 and offers the finest in children’s clothing, accessories and gifts.

Jamara and her husband Mo are completely devoted to Pumpkinheads and the idea of making a real and measurable difference in the lives of children in their community. As of September 2007, Pumpkinheads fund raising efforts have generated more than $128,000 through their charitable endeavors including Operation School Bell, The March of Dimes, ArtShare LA, Good Beginnings (Cedars Sinai NICU) and Harmony with No Limits. It is their hope that Pumpkinheads will inspire many and help many more in the process. For more information on how you can make an immediate difference that will literally change the life of a child, contact us at 310-207-6760. Let us know how we can help you help change the future for the kids in our community!