Our Board

1. What was your first job?

I was a paper boy! I was fortunate to have the route in my neighborhood to deliver newspapers for the local paper to my neighbors. I did that for a few years starting when I was 12 and I’ve been working ever since!

2. What’s your toughest challenge doing your job?

I constantly need to remind myself and my team that we can do anything, we just can’t do everything. I work with a talented team of people who I believe could truly save the world. One of the most challenging things is balancing all the work to ensure our teams don’t burn out and are able to continue providing healthcare to vulnerable populations for the long term. It’s a marathon not a sprint.

3. What advice would you give to someone who is just starting their career?

Work hard and play hard. Advancing your career and reaching your goals is such an accomplishment, just don’t forget to take the time off you need to enjoy your life, spend time with friends and family and recharge so that you can be your best self at work.

4. What was your favorite class in college?

My favorite class while obtaining my Bachelors degree at UC Davis was Organizational Communication. Dr. Virginia Hamilton was an engaging lecturer and was an inspiration for me to continue my education after graduation.

While getting my Masters degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, my favorite class was Advanced Organizational Behavior. I liked that I could apply what I was learning immediately on the job.

5. What's one thing on your bucket list?

I’d love to take a 3 month sabbatical in Spain. I studied abroad in Barcelona during college and it was a transformational experience for me. I’d love to do that again!