About Me

I was a third-generation Beverly Hills resident with over 40 years in the community, a graduate of Beverly Vista and Beverly Hills High School. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Boston University and a Master's degree in Government with a concentration in democracy studies from Johns Hopkins University. As a product of BHUSD and a parent of five children who attended its schools, I have been deeply involved in the district for 14 years, serving in various leadership roles, including PTA Executive Leadership at El Rodeo, and coaching multiple youth sports teams.

Since 2017, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of the district's operations, funding, enrollment, and educational programs through my involvement with the Future Focused Schools Team. I engaged with various stakeholders to better understand their perspectives, which informed my leadership. In 2018, I co-chaired the successful Measure BH bond campaign and was then elected to the Beverly Hills Board of Education.

From 2018 to 2021, I focused on building district stability by securing financial reserves, reconfiguring schools, negotiating key agreements, implementing 1-to-1 technology, and navigating the challenges of COVID-19. Under my leadership, we were among the first in California to close schools in March 2020 and to pioneer live synchronous instruction and resume in-person learning by Spring 2021.

Despite the pandemic, we developed a Strategic Plan, initiated diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and passed anti-bias and anti-discrimination resolutions. I led the renovation of key facilities, advanced bond projects, and improved program management, resulting in four years of positive audits and one of the state's top community-funded bond programs.

Now relocated to Pittsburgh, PA I am finding my way through the political realities of being in a swing state and the beauty of life outside La La Land.

For 28 years, I have tackled diverse challenges in marketing, entrepreneurship, manufacturing, education, politics, and governance. I excel at immersing myself in new environments, quickly absorbing information, and creating actionable plans. I am skilled in project management, public policy, community relations, and change management, with a history of innovative leadership and governance. My experience spans both public and private sectors, with a focus on strategic execution and optimizing processes.

My career in administration and operations has strengthened my logistical and financial expertise. My academic research on public trust, domestic terrorism, political violence, and voter suppression has deepened my understanding of American democracy's challenges. I am committed to leveraging my skills and experience to drive positive change in Beverly Hills Unified School District and beyond.