2016 Leadership Council

A Nor Cal native, I joined Metro Edge in 2011 to meet new people, develop professional skills and increase my awareness of all the great things Sacramento has to offer. I was involved with the Regional Action Committee for three years before moving in to the co­chair seat. After graduating with a  bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri, Columbia, I became a freelance writer and editor, reporting from England, India and the good ‘ol US of A. I moved back to Sacramento after a few years because I missed the great weather, awesome food scene, Tahoe winters and summers on the river. I was previously the editor in chief at Comstock’s, our region’s premier business magazine, and…

Born and raised in Sacramento, I’ve worked 17 years in the banking industry, currently as AVP Community Banking for SAFE Credit Union. And, I’m a small business owner (Beat the Room) in Rocklin, CA. I have two beautiful daughters; Paisley (4) and Pepper (2), and an incredibly supportive husband and business partner, David. I joined EDGE, because IMHO, EDGE is the best place for young professionals to gain personal and professional development outside of their work environment. Through EDGE, I have the opportunity to build relationships with other YPs across different business types. Many are movers and shakers in the region that you want to know, but most, after 4 years with EDGE, are now good friends. In life, relationships…

As a transplant Sacramenton and a local Drexel University administrator, I love this region and all it’s six counties and twenty-two cities. It’s a great time to be a young professional in region. The Sacramento region is quickly becoming the think-tank/incubator of new and innovative ideas and members of Metro Edge are at the forefront of this regional movement. Much like my hometown of Portland, Oregon; Sacramento is actively investing in its arts, food, entertainment and educational institutions, which are key indicators in an advancing and thriving community. Sacramento has finally begun to offers many great opportunities for young professionals to take part in this regional change and development and I love being a part of this NEW transformation. I…