Homework Welcome: A Town Board Condensed Resume

A neighbor recently wrote to the Pittsford Town Board asking each of us to share our resumes to learn more about the qualifications and experiences of the people currently serving the town.

It’s a fair question. Local government works best when residents take an interest in who represents them and how decisions are made. Rather than responding privately, I thought it would be more helpful to share the information here so anyone who is curious can access it.

Below is the short professional background I shared with my committee during the town board designation process, along with a link to my LinkedIn profile for those who would like more detail.

Public service is only one part of the story. Many of us serving on local boards balance professional careers, community commitments, and family responsibilities alongside our town duties. In my case, my professional work focuses on student success and leadership in higher education, while my community work has centered on civic engagement, education, and building connections across our community.

I’m also open on social media about life in the “sandwich generation.” Last week, for example, included many hours spent with my mom at her assisted living community. As an educator, I share so others know how to navigate when they enter this chapter with their loved ones. It's also been a community of support.

Transparency matters in local government, and neighbors should feel comfortable asking questions about the people entrusted with public office.

If you’d like to stay informed about town issues, local events, and civic engagement opportunities, you’re welcome to subscribe to my newsletter. And when you see me around town, please say hello—I’m always glad to meet neighbors over a beverage or at a neighborhood gathering and learn from your experiences living in Pittsford.

Local government works best when neighbors stay curious, ask questions, and participate in the life of the town we share.

Education & Professional Leadership

● PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy, University at Buffalo

● Senior Director, RIT Academic Success Center – Leads student success initiatives, academic programs, and faculty partnerships.

● Board Member, New York College Learning Skills Association – Supports state-wide efforts in student academic development and success strategies.

Community & Civic Leadership

● Chair, Pittsford Democratic Committee (PDC) (Stepping down to run for Town Board) –

Strengthened civic engagement, expanded outreach, and led strategic initiatives.

● Candidate for New York State Assembly (2020) – Won Pittsford in a deeply red district; ran a campaign focused on responsible leadership, public service, and gun safety.

● Treasurer, APAPA Rochester – Leads civic engagement and community-building efforts within the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community and procured funding and grants

● Founder, Rochester Chapter, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America – Established and grew a strong advocacy presence in Monroe County.

Higher Education Leadership & Student Advocacy

● Advisor, Asian Culture Society (RIT) – Promotes cultural engagement and leadership among RIT’s diverse student body.

● Faculty Advisor, Pi Kappa Phi (RIT) – Supports student leadership and organizational

development.

● Advisor, LABRYS (RIT) – Advocates for student equity, inclusion, and campus engagement.

● Chair, RIT Free Speech Committee – Led efforts to promote open dialogue and First Amendment awareness on campus and in Pittsford.

Strategic & Organizational Leadership

● Team Builder & Problem Solver – Led major institutional restructuring efforts, aligning team missions with strategic goals.

● Budget & Resource Management – Oversees funding allocation, program investments, and financial sustainability for academic initiatives.

● Policy & Program Development – Lead initiatives that enhance student learning, build community partnerships, and strengthen institutional effectiveness.

Public Engagement & Advocacy

● Organizer of Major Community Events – Helped launch and grow Lunar New Year & Harvest Moon Festival, welcoming thousands in an inclusive, family-friendly setting.

● Crisis Leadership & Response – Actively engaged in local responses to community trauma, gun violence, and social disconnection.

● Trusted Community Voice – Recognized for bringing people together across different

perspectives to solve problems and strengthen connections.

Please feel free to learn more at LinkedIn and find my bio on the Pittsford Town Website.