2017 Leadership Council

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…

I’m a Sacramento super fan. This is my home, where my family roots run deep. It’s where I’m proud to live, work, and play. Our region has grown tremendously over the past few years, igniting a spark that can’t be ignored and shouldn’t be dimmed. That spark is part of the reason I joined Metro EDGE. Young professionals are changing the game for our community. Now more than ever, Sacramento leaders are looking to our generation to be involved in making critical decisions for the region’s future. We are innovators and do­gooders, eager to leave our mark on this city now and into the future. Every young professional should take advantage of this opportunity. During my professional career, I’ve worked…

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…