Degree: B.A. Anthropology, J.D.
GR Leadership Position: Philanthropy Coordinator – I help coordinate ways Gold Rush can give back to the Bay Area community.
Hobbies: Skiing, hiking and adventuring with my dog.
Bay Area Restaurant: Trestle
Dream Job: 49ers General Counsel
How do you spend your time outside of Gold Rush?
Outside of Gold Rush and my career as a lawyer, I love skiing, hiking, and spending time outdoors. I feel so lucky that the Bay Area has lots of options for these activities. I also love traveling and trying new restaurants. I'm always on the hunt for new experiences.
What are you passionate about?
I am passionate about giving back to my community, and I am so grateful that Gold Rush and the 49ers organization share this sentiment. There are so many ways to give back, whether it be your time, expertise, money or other resources. I do my best to give blood regularly, donate to important causes, work on pro bono legal matters, and have even fostered dogs with a Labrador rescue in Colorado. I am so proud that through the 49ers, our team can support the 49ers Foundation and its mission to educate and empower Bay Area youth. Gold Rush also raises awareness and funds for breast cancer research in honor of former Gold Rush cheerleader Melissa Galvin.
Tell us more about your job.
I work as an in-house corporate lawyer for a large technology company in San Francisco. On a typical day, I draft and review various legal documents, negotiate agreements, and work with business stakeholders to understand the company's legal risks. I previously worked in big law firms with many clients, and I love that now I can focus on advising one company with its longer-term strategy.
Do you have any pets? Tell us about your favorite furry friends…
I have a very large dog named Fred (after Fred Warner). I started fostering him during our off-season but fell in love and adopted him. He is a big boy at 80 lbs, but he is so sweet and loves hiking and camping in the Bay Area. You can spot him by his 49ers collar, bandana, or even jersey on game day.
What's something our fans would be surprised to learn about you?
I can recite the first 50 digits of pi from memory. I'm a huge nerd at heart.
What do you like most about being a member of the Gold Rush?
I absolutely love that Gold Rush has brought so many new sisters, brothers, mentors, and friends into my life. This team comprises men and women who love to dance and cheer on the 49ers and have incredible careers and give back to the community off the field. I likely would never have crossed paths with many of my teammates if not for Gold Rush, and I couldn't feel more blessed that this organization has introduced me to many inspiring humans.
Who is YOUR biggest cheerleader?
My mom! I always tell her she is my best friend (and she tells me I should have friends my own age), but I truly am so grateful for the support she has given me throughout my life. She is the one who drove me around to countless dance lessons and competitions growing up, helped me get through the stress of law school and the Bar exam, and is the first person I called when I made Gold Rush.
Tell us about your favorite community appearance that you've attended as a Gold Rush Cheerleader.
We were so fortunate to bring back our Junior Gold Rush program this year. This day could not have been more special. It's easy to forget that little girls and boys look up to us as Gold Rush Cheerleaders. We were able to share with these kids all of the exciting careers we have off the field (video game designer, veterinarian, lawyer!), and I hope it inspired them to know that there is no limit to what they can do when they grow up.
