Our Board

I moved to Humboldt in August 2000 to attend HSU, fell in love with our area and community, and have called it home ever since! I’ve proudly worked for Coast Central Credit Union since 2004, living the credit union mission to serve the underserved.

I began volunteering with CASA of Humboldt as a Big Night committee member because I believed in the power of giving our most vulnerable children a voice and a feeling of belonging. I’m currently on my second term as a board member and am beyond impressed with the dedication of our organization to our community.

My husband and son join me in supporting CASA as well! If we aren’t supporting our local youth, you can find us camping or backpacking somewhere in Humboldt or Trinity Counties!

I moved to the North Coast from the Bay Area and joined Coast Central Credit Union as VP – Member Digital Services at the start of 2019.  I am a long time software developer, having taken my first programming course in 1967 – the vacuum tube days!  I have been been working for the credit union movement for 35 years, and developed accounting systems for CPAs before that. 

I am married, combined my wife Veronica and I have 4 children and 9 grandchildren.  My  favorite hobbies are sailing and cooking, and i am an avid amateur wine collector.

I am a deeply caring and passionate person who has dedicated my energy to workplaces, causes, educational institutions, and non-profits that I feel address root causes of issues humanity grapples with. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the California institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) where I am currently a student in the Clinical Psychology doctoral program working towards licensure as a Clinical Psychologist.

Prior to, throughout, and post my educational studies, I was employed by a Humboldt-based cannabis-wellness start up for six years where I worked as the manager of workplace and culture and later, the manager of corporate social responsibility. I was brought to the CASA board by a dear former colleague who felt CASA was very much aligned with my personal values and professional skillset.

I feel grateful to have the opportunity to continue supporting humanity by offering my knowledge of clinical psychology, ethical business practice, and relationship/culture building to CASA of Humboldt as we work to support our youth navigating the challenges of the foster care system.

I  was born and raised here in Humboldt County and returned home in 2017 after some time away. I am a social worker who is passionate about infant and early childhood mental health and development, and I work hard to ensure all families and children are able to access the services and support they need in order to be successful. 

I am continuously amazed by this community and the quality of the resources we have to offer. I joined the board at CASA because I want to give back to an organization that gives so much to the vulnerable children and families in our community. I am currently in my first term as a board member. 

In my free time, I love to travel and discover new places with my husband, or spend time relaxing at home with our two cats.  

Bio coming soon :)

I moved to Humboldt County with my husband and son in 2003 to be close to family. I instantly fell in love with the community. I’ve been a full-time Realtor since 1999. I recently opened my own Real Estate Brokerage – Trillium Realty Group in 2020.

I love Humboldt County and have a heart for serving this community. My first experience with CASA was serving as an advocate for 4 years where I completed 3 cases. I’ve seen first-hand, the work advocates do and the need for this organization. I’ve also enjoyed raising funds for the CASA Kidwalk and SuperKid Season with my “Team Trillium” for several years. I love getting my friends to help my team and in turn they get a better understanding of what CASA is all about. CASA of Humboldt does amazing work in our community. I am honored to serve in a new capacity on the board.

I’m married to the love of my life Richard and am lucky to have my family all living close by. In my free time I love to read, throw theme parties and take my dog to the beach.