An Ojai Life
I am honored to be a part of this community and strive to contribute to our collective success. Below is more information about me, what I'm interested in and dedicated to, for those who wish to get to know me better.
I appreciate your time, consideration, and, I hope, your support.
Education
Harrison Middleton University
Tempe, Arizona — Current (part time, on break)
Pursuing a Doctorate in Education
St. John’s College
Santa Fe, New Mexico
August 2003 · Master’s Degree in Liberal Arts
California Institute of the Arts
Valencia, California
June 1998 · Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art, Design
Employment
Ojai, California · September 2006 to the present

Executive Director
Ojai, California · June 2010 to 2018, 2024 to present
Former Director of Admissions and Outreach, 

High School Teacher, Earth Day Celebration Director
Current 11th Grade U.S.. History Teacher and 12th Grade Comparative Religion Teacher
Ventura, California · January 2005 to June 2010

Founding Board Member and Former 
Board President
Theater 150
Ojai California · June 2009 to May 2010
Theater Manager
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Behavioral Science Technology, Inc. (now Dekra)

Ojai, California · February 1991 - April 2009

Marketing Manager, Communications, Design
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Teenage Employment in Ojai
The Gables, Sea Fresh, Magic Carpet Cleaners, Bayless Market, Wheeler Hot Springs
Non-Profit Service
Board Member and Executive Director
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Former Board Member and Volunteer
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Ojai Music Festival and BRAVO Program
Donor and Volunteer Music Teacher
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Former Program Chair and Rotarian of the Year
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Ojai Valley Chamber of Commerce
Former Board Member, Treasurer,
and Chamber Member of the Year
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Donor, Volunteer, Advisory Board Member
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Volunteer Music Teacher
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Former Board Member and President
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Donor
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Donor
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Donor
For those of you who grew up in Ojai, you may know my amazing sister Felicia, who has lived in Santa Cruz for many years now. She and my loving family and Santa Cruz friends made this fun video in support of my candidacy for Mayor of Ojai. Have some laughs and enjoy!
