Why did you get involved with serving nonprofit organizations?

I find purpose-driven work incredibly fulfilling. Nonprofits exist to make their communities better, and helping them succeed is the most rewarding way I know to use my skills.

Why did you join Benefactor Group?

Benefactor Group stood out to me for its deep commitment to serving the nonprofit sector with both strategic vision and genuine empathy. I wanted to be part of a team that truly partners with organizations to build long-term capacity and resilience. Between the collaborative culture and shared passion for doing good, it was a natural fit for me.

What inspires you to serve the common good?

I’m inspired by the people around me and the quiet strength of community. Even in the most challenging or discouraging times, seeing acts of mutual aid and shared support reminds me that no effort to care for one another is ever wasted. That collective resilience is what fuels me to show up and create a meaningful impact wherever and however I can.

We are living in rapidly changing times—which extend to the philanthropic landscape. What gives you hope for the future of philanthropy over the next five years?

What gives me hope is seeing donors move toward deeper, more personal connections with the causes they support. People want to actively engage, offer real-world impact, and build long-term relationships grounded in trust. Organizations are meeting this moment with greater transparency and accountability, and it gives me confidence that over the next five years, we’ll see philanthropy that is more responsive and impactful than ever.

What influences how you give, volunteer, or advocate?

I’m very passionate about systemic advocacy and supporting marginalized communities where traditional avenues of self-advocacy might be restricted. Actions don’t have to be massive to be meaningful. What matters is showing up and doing what we can, where we are.

If you could make a $1 million gift to any organization, where would you direct your contributions and why?

World Central Kitchen—which partners with local chefs, restaurants, and food suppliers to feed people when crisis strikes. The organization was founded by chef José Andrés after the 2010 Haiti earthquake and has since served more than 880 million meals to people around the world affected by natural disasters and humanitarian crises.

Where can someone find you when you’re not at work?

You can usually find me at whatever local restaurant opened most recently!

What are you currently reading, or what do you recommend?

I’m a huge psychological thriller fan, and I recently picked up Julie Chan Is Dead at a book swap. It’s a dark, fast-paced story about a woman taking over her influencer twin’s identity. But underneath all the suspense is an incredibly thoughtful commentary on corporate influence, identity, and the performative nature of social media. Thrillers are at their best when they use suspense to critique real-world systems.