My Roots in Westminster

I have called Westminster my home for 35 years. In fact, I met my husband on the very first day I moved to this city—and no, it wasn’t an arranged marriage! We are celebrating our 35th wedding anniversary later this year.

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We raised three sons here who all attended our local public schools: Carrillo Elementary, McGarvin Intermediate, and La Quinta High School. For college, they continued that local tradition by attending CSU Long Beach, CSU Fullerton, and UC Irvine. I am incredibly proud to share that one of my sons is currently serving our country as a Captain and a dentist in the United States Army. As a mother of a service member, I understand the true meaning of duty and commitment to the public good.

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As a polio survivor since the age of one, I know what it means to overcome obstacles. I am ready to bring that same resilience and fighter mentality to City Hall.  

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Professional Excellence & Education

My journey started at Bolsa Grande High School. I began my higher education at Golden West College before transferring to CSU Long Beach, where I graduated with a double major in Finance and Accounting. I worked throughout my college years to support my education.

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I later completed an MBA program while working full-time—a program fully funded by my firm in recognition of my potential. I graduated in the top 10% of my class and am a member of Beta Gamma Sigma, the international business honor society.

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With a career spanning four decades—including 28 years as a Financial Controller—I have managed diverse teams, overseen multi-million-dollar budgets, and solved complex strategic problems. 

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A History of Service

• Language Instructor: While in college, I taught Vietnamese on weekends at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.

• Community Organizer: I helped organize the Tet Parade with community leaders. Many of you may remember the year the community voted on whether to allow LGBTQ groups to join the parade. I voted Yes. As I looked around that long conference table, I was one of the very few who raised their hand and their voice for inclusion. Why? Because I believe true leadership means standing up for everyone.

• Friends of Music Volunteer: I served as the Treasurer for the La Quinta High School music program for three years.

• "Music Mom": I managed a wide array of responsibilities to support our student musicians, from chaperoning band and orchestra competitions to managing concession stands and organizing annual fundraisers.

• Community Advocate: I organized a community potluck for fruit-growing enthusiasts that brought over 100 neighbors together.