President and CEO of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber, a dynamic and influential organization that advocates for the economic prosperity and quality of life of the Greater Bakersfield region. I bring 28 years of experience working alongside entrepreneurs, small businesses, media, non-profits, and community-minded organizations. In 2019, I received the Chamber's Beautiful Bakersfield Award for Humanitarian of the Year, in recognition of my contributions to the community.Founder of Capra PR, a public relations firm that specializes in media, non-profit, and community-minded organizations. For more than 12 years, I have helped clients create and execute strategic marketing campaigns, press conferences, brand management, donor development, volunteer engagement, fundraising, and special events. I am a skilled public speaker and spokesperson, and a blogger/contributor for HuffPost, TODAY Parents, and local Bakersfield publications. My mission is to use my expertise in communications and public relations to create “positive impressions” in Bakersfield and beyond.