Where did you grow up?

San Jose, CA

If you did not grow up in the area, what brought you to Seattle?

Needed to escape the constant sunshine (the grass is always greener) and college.

What do you like best about Seattle?

The accessibility of the lakes, the sound, the mountains and snow.

What is your "day job"?

VP Advertising at Yapta.com, an online travel planning website.

What types of causes and organizations are important to you personally?

I'm a board member of PAWS and animal welfare is very important to me. I have three adopted dogs, one of which recently was rescued from a puppy mill. Ending puppy mills and caring properly for all animals is one of my passions.