EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Transformational CEO and Board-Ready Executive with 15+ years driving organizational growth, stakeholder value creation, and sustainable business practices. Proven track record of scaling operations, building strategic partnerships worth $140M+, and delivering measurable ROI through innovative program development. Recognized thought leader in ESG initiatives with expertise in corporate governance, financial stewardship, and multi-stakeholder engagement across Fortune 500 enterprises.
Core Value Proposition: Strategic leader who combines operational excellence with stakeholder capitalism to drive sustainable growth and competitive differentiation.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council | 2023 – Present
Leading premier regional organization driving economic impact through strategic partnerships with hundreds of corporate members and under-resourced business enterprises.
Strategic Transformation & Growth:
- Architected comprehensive strategic plan resulting in 25%+ membership growth and expanded regional footprint
- Restructured operational model, improving organizational efficiency and financial sustainability
- Established data-driven performance metrics, creating transparent ROI measurement for corporate stakeholders
- Built executive-level partnerships with C-suite leaders across Fortune 500 companies
Financial & Operational Leadership:
- Direct P&L responsibility, budget development, and resource allocation for multi-million-dollar organization
- Implemented innovative revenue diversification strategy, reducing dependency on traditional funding sources
- Led organizational restructuring, optimizing team performance and operational effectiveness
Board Governance & Stakeholder Relations:
- Represent organization at national forums, industry conferences, and executive roundtables
- Cultivate strategic relationships with corporate executives, government officials, and community leaders
- Advocate for policy initiatives that drive economic inclusion and business growth
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, SUPPLIER DIVERSITY & DEVELOPMENT
U.S. Bank (formerly MUFG Union Bank) | May 2022 – 2023
Led enterprise-wide supplier diversity strategy for major financial institution, establishing competitive differentiation through innovative program development.
Strategic Leadership & Business Impact:
- Partnered directly with C-suite and business unit leaders to integrate supplier diversity as key competitive differentiator
- Developed and executed comprehensive program aligned with national DEI strategy
- Created executive-level reporting framework, communicating program ROI to senior leadership and board stakeholders
- Represented bank on prestigious boards and committees, providing thought leadership to industry organizations
Program Innovation & Performance:
- Established innovative subcontracting programs with strategic prime vendors, exceeding supply chain impact targets by 15%
- Built cross-functional partnerships to manage technical capacity building and mentorship programs
- Implemented advanced metrics and analytics systems to track performance and optimize outcomes
VICE PRESIDENT, SUPPLIER DIVERSITY & DEVELOPMENT
MUFG Union Bank | October 2018 – April 2022
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, SUPPLY CHAIN & SUSTAINABILITY
PSC Industrial Outsourcing | July 2014 – October 2018
Led sustainability and supply chain impact initiatives for $140M industrial services organization, serving as strategic liaison between clients, business development, and operations.
Operational Leadership:
- Managed strategic relationships with key clients, driving business development and retention
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver complex industrial projects on time and within budget
- Implemented sustainability metrics and reporting systems, enhancing client satisfaction and competitive positioning
EARLIER CAREER PROGRESSION
Progressive Leadership Roles at PSC Industrial Outsourcing | 2006 – 2018
- Systems & Process Manager | Systems Management Specialist | Regional Supervisor
- Financial Analyst | Procurement Systems Trainer | Corporate Buyer
Process/Systems Management – Buyer, Enron Corporation | 2000 – 2006
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Master of Business Administration
Regis University, Denver, CO | 2007
Bachelor of Science, Consumer Sciences
Texas State University, San Marcos, TX | 1996
BOARD GOVERNANCE & ADVISORY LEADERSHIP
Current Board Positions:
- Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation – Board Member
Advisory Council Memberships:
- University of California Office of the President – Economic Impact Advisory Council
Previous Governance Experience:
- Asian Business Association Los Angeles – Advisory Board Co-Chair
- Council for Supplier Diversity San Diego – Board Member
- Veterans in Business Network – Corporate Advisory Board Member
- WRMSDC – Board Secretary
EXECUTIVE RECOGNITION & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
2023 – CIO Views: Top 5 Most Influential Women in D&I to Follow
2022 – Western Regional MSDC: Supplier Impact Leader of the Year
2022 – National MSDC: Top 50 Forefront Corporations Recognition
2022 – Northwest Mountain MSDC: Regional Corporation of the Year
2022 – DiversityPlus Magazine: Top 25 Women in Power Impacting Diversity
2022 – Asian Business Association LA: Corporation of the Year
CORE EXECUTIVE COMPETENCIES
Strategic Leadership
- Organizational Transformation & Change Management
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
- Board Governance & Fiduciary Oversight
Financial & Operational Excellence
- P&L Management & Financial Analysis
- Performance Metrics & Analytics
- Process Optimization & Systems Implementation
- Supply Chain Management & Optimization
ESG & Corporate Responsibility
- Sustainability Program Development
- Impact Strategy & Implementation
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Executive Presence & Communication
- Public Speaking & Thought Leadership
- Executive Reporting & Board Presentations
- Team Building & Talent Development
- Crisis Management & Strategic Communications
