Edna is an experienced higher education leader with over 18 years of experience in career education, student affairs, and higher education administration. Having served in many different leadership roles in multiple colleges and universities, she has discovered a strong passion for helping college students and ensuring a smooth, efficient, and successful university operational system. She has a true passion for helping people find their career path! Edna has served on the California Career Development Association Board for the last 3 years and is currently Chair of the professional development committee. Edna currently is an adjunct faculty at Pepperdine University where she teaches career development courses.
Edna has built and led teams of up to 50 direct subordinates and over 500 indirect subordinates and is a strong believer of collaboration and communication in the workplace. Along with her many certifications in career development, teaching and training, she has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola Marymount University and a Master’s in Counseling and Guidance for College Student Personnel from California Lutheran University.
Edna is an avid learner who loves to read, continue to expand her knowledge and keep growing every day. As a Southern California resident, Edna, her husband, 2 children and Labrador Retriever enjoy soccer, dance, reading, hiking, camping and more.