I have worked on the UCLA campus since 1985. Currently, I am Executive Officer for the Assistant Vice Chancellor/Controller in Corporate Financial Services. In this capacity I am responsible for managing the administrative, financial, and clerical operations of the department. I also have responsibility for assisting in accomplishing the organization’s strategic objectives by coordinating organization-wide projects. I have been instrumental in implementing new and innovative programs to encourage teamwork and to foster recognition among the Corporate Financial Services staff.

My career accomplishments at UCLA include completing the year-long Professional Development Program and participating in the UC Business Officers Institute. This past year I served on the Staff Assembly Board as the Vice President of Outreach. One of my responsibilities was to coordinate our outreach efforts to small business vendors that do business with UCLA. The Small Business Resource Fair was an effort toward this goal. This year we experienced a significant increase in attendance by both vendors and campus customers and we were able to fund a number of staff scholarships. I have demonstrated that my own willingness to work hard inspires others to do great things on behalf of Staff Assembly.

I have made positive contributions to Staff Assembly and have been effective in building strong relationships that support Staff Assembly’s mission, as well as the University’s mission. Part of my motivation includes mobilizing others to want to get extraordinary things done on behalf of our staff. I am looking forward to assisting the President in forging a future direction for UCLA Staff Assembly and in establishing strategic directions for programs that help create a culture of excellence.

The reputation, visibility, and work of the Staff Assembly organization is increasingly improving in ways where significant differences can be seen, felt and measured. I endeavor to continue my association with Staff Assembly as a board member in the capacity of President-Elect. I am optimistic and inspired by the possibilities. My aspirations to serve in this leadership role will provide opportunities to innovate, grow, and improve, a challenge that I fully intend to embrace.