2026-2027 PMC Board Members

Jocelyn DardonPresident

2022, 2024 Playgroups

Jocelyn grew up in San Rafael and met her husband while wrestling at Terra Linda High School. After traveling to Southern California for her Bachelors in Biochemistry at Chapman, she attended UC Davis where she received a Masters in Chemistry. It was here that she developed a love for the chemistry of beer and then worked for 5 years at 21st Amendment Brewery as a brewer and quality manager. During the pandemic she shifted towards food science at Impossible Foods during which she had her firstborn Lucas on Valentine’s Day 2022. A year later she left the workforce and moved to the mountains of Arnold where she got pregnant with her second child, Enzo, who was born in May 2024 after moving to Petaluma.

Jocelyn loves cooking, going to active, giants games , beer, and having a good time! She joined PMC sight unseen before moving to Petaluma and it has been an invaluable source of community and a large contributor to why she decided to settle here for the long term.

Christine LafiteTreasurer

2023, 2026 Playgroups

Christine Lafite grew up in Los Angeles and attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, originally as a Communications major with dreams of becoming a broadcast journalist. After one too many essays, however, she pivoted to Economics and Accounting, became a CPA, and launched her career in public accounting before moving to the Pacific Northwest and ultimately building her career in the Bay Area.

After returning to California from the PNW to be closer to family during the pandemic, Christine reconnected with her now-husband, Stephan, in San Francisco—a chance reunion that helped shape the life they've built together. They now call Petaluma home, where they're raising their son, Valentino, spoiling their calico cat, Paloma, and awaiting the arrival of their second child.

Today, Christine is an accounting leader at DoorDash, where she leads automation initiatives, drives process improvements, and mentors high-performing teams. Outside of work, she is the founder of The Glyph Mill, a cottage bakery specializing in hand-decorated sugar cookies.

When she's not working or baking, you'll likely find Christine at an Active Wellness workout class, trying new restaurants with Stephan, baking cookies with Val, cultivating her creative side, or dreaming up her next home improvement project (currently on hold with a new baby on the way).

Christine joined the Petaluma Mothers Club to connect with other moms and build a community. What began as a way to meet fellow parents has grown into lasting friendships, invaluable support, and a true sense of belonging. Grateful for everything the club has given her family, she looks forward to giving back as Treasurer and helping the organization continue to thrive.

Dachia OropezaSecretary; 2022 Playgroup Admin

2022, 2024 Playgroups

Dachia (pronounced DAY-sha) is originally from the East Coast and grew up in Pennsylvania. She attended Penn State University for her undergraduate studies and began her career as a middle school dance teacher in Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C. After several years in the classroom, Dachia moved to San Francisco to pursue her master's degree and quickly fell in love with the Bay Area, where she has now lived for over a decade.

During her time in San Francisco, Dachia met her husband, Mario. In October 2020, they relocated to Petaluma to be closer (but not too close!) to Mario's family in Santa Rosa. They welcomed their first daughter, Eliana, in May 2022, and their second daughter, Aysha, in July 2024.

Professionally, Dachia serves as an Assistant Principal at Petaluma High School, where she is passionate about supporting students, staff, and families. Outside of work, she enjoys working out, spending time with friends and family, wine tasting, and settling in for a good Netflix binge.

Dachia joined the PMC Board to build friendships, strengthen community connections, and support local families. After serving as PMC President for three years, she is excited to transition into the role of Secretary for the 2026–2027 board year. She looks forward to continuing to support the club, helping preserve its history, and contributing to the strong sense of community that makes PMC so special.

Katharine KlineVP Admin

2022, 2024 Playgroups

Katharine grew up on the Peninsula and moved back to live in San Francisco after college. She moved to Petaluma with her husband John in 2023. They have two sons, Britt (2022) and Charlie (2024). Katharine works in operations at a medical device startup. Outside of work she loves hiking, cooking, gardening, tacos, and anything that gets her toddlers energy out. Katharine joined the PMC board to meet more families and loves the community it provides.

Sara FeaselVP Events

2022, 2023 Playgroups

Sara is originally from the Sacramento area but headed to Oregon for college, eventually spending several years working in the wedding, event and restaurant industries throughout the Pacific Northwest. She returned to California in 2017 and met her now husband, Travis, in their hometown. The two eventually settled in Petaluma in 2021 and married in 2022. They are parents to two daughters—Maya (born February 2022) and Madeline (born December 2023)—along with their two mildly annoying dogs, Flapjack and Jameson.

Now a stay-at-home mom, Sara enjoys baking bread, sipping martinis, and unwinding with a bit of trashy reality TV. She joined the board in early 2023 helping plan Spring Tea and never looked back. She deeply values the sense of community within the PMC and loves to give back in any way she can.

Kiana DicksonVP Brand

2021 Playgroup

Kiana is a Sonoma County native who’s come full circle after spending some time away. She studied Communications at SFSU and began her career in news. After a few years, she shifted gears to follow her creative passions and has spent the past 10 years working as a graphic and web designer. Most recently, she’s been diving into animation and video special effects. She’s a mom to her 3.5-year-old daughter and has been married to her husband for 8 years. Kiana loves staying active — especially through Pound Fitness, a drumming-inspired rockout workout. She is excited to connect with other moms and be an active part of the community.

Alison DeSilvaFacebook Manager; Spring Tea

2024 Playgroup

Alison and her husband, Doug, have been in Petaluma since 2021 with their two mixed terrier rescue dogs by way of Sunnyvale, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek. Alison joined the 2024 cohort when their son, Kai, was born on April 30th. Working in recruiting for 12 years, she’s spent the last 9 as the technical recruiter for data center strategy and sustainability teams at Meta. She’s also a certified wine specialist, golf aficionado, huge SF Giants fan, and always on the lookout for fun new adventures with her family. As the point person for Spring Tea, Alison is excited to help bring everyone together and deepen the sense of community she loves so much about PMC.

Stephanie SpilmanInstagram Manager

2023, 2025 Playgroups

Stephanie is a Massachusetts native who spontaneously bought a one-way ticket to San Diego after high school and somehow ended up staying for 11 years. After earning a degree in Culinary Arts and working as a pastry chef, she went back to school and graduated from San Diego State in 2020. That same year, she and her husband, Harry, moved to Petaluma to open Wine Storage Partners and started their next chapter. They welcomed their first son, Beau, in October 2023, followed by his little brother, Jude, in September 2025.

These days, Stephanie is a stay-at-home mom, dog mom to Oscar, and the person behind the PMC Instagram. When she’s not chasing two kids around, you can usually find her lifting weights at Active Wellness, thrifting, watching Bravo, or listening to a true crime podcast. She’s so excited to be part of the PMC community and loves getting to share the moms, events, and little moments that make Petaluma so special.

Andra ArevaloTiktok Manager

2021, 2025 Playgroups

Originally from the Boston area, Andra has lived in several parts of the country, earning her bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and her master's degree from the University of Hawaiʻi before settling in the Bay Area in 2014. She has called Sonoma County home since 2019. She and her husband, Nico, were married that same year and moved to Petaluma in 2024. Together, they're raising two daughters, born in 2021 and 2025.

They're raising their girls to grow up trilingual in English, Spanish, and Latvian while embracing the traditions and cultures that are important to them. As a family, they love to travel, and Andra channels her creative energy into crochet, baking, and other creative projects.

Jamie RamírezGraphic Designer

2025 Playgroup

Jamie and her daughter, Isabel, joined PMC in early June after relocating to Petaluma from Houston, Texas. A graduate of the University of Houston, she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a minor in Art History. She is the owner and founder of The Commission House, a bespoke art studio specializing in custom, commission-based paintings.

After meeting her husband, Daniel, at a milonga (an Argentine tango social), the two have been partners both on the dance floor and in life ever since. Outside of work, she enjoys attending prácticas, milongas, and tango festivals, connecting with friends over brunch, and exploring different cultures through travel and cuisine.

Laura TrombettaGraphic Designer

Laura grew up in Novato and graduated from Chico State with a BA in English, later earning her MS in Education from Dominican University of California. She met her husband in the ultimate staff-room romance—she was the English teacher and he was the gym teacher at the same school! The couple moved to Petaluma in 2019 (Laura's husband grew up in Petaluma), married in 2022, and welcomed their daughter, Stella, in December 2023. After eight years of teaching middle and high school English, Laura paused her grading pens to stay home with Stella. Laura is enjoying being a stay-at-home mom with plans to eventually transition into EdTech as a Customer Success Manager. When she isn't wrangling a toddler, tending to her garden, or designing graphics for the club, you can usually find her with a good book and an iced coffee. Laura is excited to make new mom friends and serve on the board.

Ellen MartinSuper Summer Playdate Coordinator

2021, 2024 Playgroups

Ellen lives with her husband, Ben, their kids Jackson (2021 playgroup), Emerson (2024 playgroup) and their dog, Frankie! You will find Ellen, Jackson and Emmy playing at the park, library and trying pastries at the local coffee shops! She loves hiking, skiing, swimming and finds so much joy in hosting people she loves in their home. Ellen looks forward to another fun year creating amazing memories together. Being a newish mom, Ellen has really enjoyed connecting with other moms. Joining the Petaluma Mothers Club has been great and feels like the village everyone talks about. She looks forward to building more relationships with awesome families this year.

Aman BainsFall Carnival

2020 Playgroup

Aman (pronounced: Uh-min) moved to Petaluma with her husband in 2017 and welcomed her son, Owen in December 2020. Aman works in the pharma industry. Outside of work Aman loves to find new activities for her family to enjoy (Library events, local events, Activities in SF for children, visiting nearby museums, visiting family, arranging play dates with friends, etc), working out, and listening to podcasts. She joined PMC in 2022 to meet other parents and build a community in Petaluma.

Natalia Flores YoungerFall Carnival

2021 Playgroup

Natalia spent her formative years in Lima, Peru, and later in Burke, Virginia. After graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture, she moved to California in 2005 to begin her Internship. For 10 years, Natalia gained experience in the architectural field, working across Marin, Sonoma, and Mendocino County. She has been a member of the American Institute of Assoc. Architects. Her commitment to learning led her to complete advanced Architectural Studies at UC Berkeley. She also explored her creative side with studies in Theater Set Design at SRJC.

About 20 years ago, Natalia met her husband and life partner, Christopher. In 2021, their family grew with the arrival of their son, Rueland, a moment Natalia describes as the biggest blessing of her life.

In 2023, she joined PMC, finding a vibrant and supportive community filled with new friends, engaging events, and enriching classes, all while embracing her role as Rueland's mamma. She loves the PMC, dancing events and her son’s school events; creating paper designs and gardening her favorite veggies.

Looking ahead, Natalia is enthusiastic to contribute to the Petaluma Mothers Club Community this year as a member of the PMC Board.

Alyssa KelmensonClothing Swap Coordinator; Holiday Party

2024 Playgroup

Alyssa Kelmenson grew up in Petaluma after moving from Novato when she was nine. She met her husband, Alex, as teenagers as they shilled popcorn and movie tickets together at Boulevard Cinemas. Over the next decade, Alyssa graduated from University of Oregon with a degree in Journalism, lived in Portland for several years, adopted cats, got married, and eventually she and Alex moved back to Petaluma in 2021. They welcomed their son, Ben, in May 2024 and have been loving life as a family of three ever since. Professionally, Alyssa is a marketing consultant supporting global tech clients. She is also a personal trainer and is currently studying for her nutrition certification. Alyssa was inspired to join PMC by her mother-in-law, who was a founding member in 1993, and is excited to get more involved with the PMC community as a board member this year!

Alyssa NicolMember Socials

2024 Playgroup

Hi, I’m Alyssa! I grew up in Livermore, CA, and met my husband, George, at Chico State over a legendary game of beer pong, if you can believe it. We welcomed our son, Mason, in 2024, and he’s kept us on our toes ever since.

I work as a tech recruiter based in San Francisco, but I’m remote most of the time, which means I get to be around for all the little Petaluma moments during the day. When I’m not working or chasing Mason around, you’ll probably find me at Active, local breweries, or catching up on trashy reality TV.

I’m so excited to be part of the PMC board and can’t wait to connect with more local families!

Erin MurphyMember Socials

2025 Playgroup

Erin grew up in Marin, had a decade-long stay in the Midwest for college, grad school and her first job, and then made her way back to the Bay Area and eventually settled in Petaluma with her husband, Mike, who is from the South Side of Chicago.

Erin works as a physical therapist, primarily with patients with neurological diagnoses, and is also extremely passionate about supporting moms staying active through motherhood prenatal and postpartum exercise, birth prep, and recovery.

Erin welcomed her son, Theo, in 2025 on her birthday! Bday buddies forever! Erin and her family (including crazy but lovable rescue dog Charlie) love exploring Petaluma and all the amazing surrounding cities and nature nearby. PMC was key to making her local group of friends and she hopes to help members meet friends and feel welcome at member socials.

Sabrina HershkovichKid Field Trips

2024 Playgroup

Sabrina Hershkovich was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. She moved to the States when she attended college at LSU. She lived in Louisiana, Texas and Florida before moving to California and meeting her now husband, Oren. They got married in Tulum in March of 2023, and had their son, Lev in July of 2024.

Sabrina was working in tech as an Account Manager before having Lev. She now enjoys being a FTM and taking Lev on adventures to many different places.

She enjoys working out at Active Wellness, listening to a podcast (mostly wellness), watching a documentary or exploring something outdoors.

Sabrina is excited to join the board as a kid field trip coordinator and bring fun activities for the little ones.

Vanessa GalbanParent Fitness; 2024 Playgroup Admin

2022, 2024 Playgroups

Vanessa Galban joined PMC in 2022, and has been on the board since. She’s had several different positions on the board and currently serves as fitness coordinator. Originally from LA, she moved to Sonoma County in 2017 and quickly fell in love with the sense of community Northern California has to offer.

Vanessa holds a degree in Psychology and has lived abroad in both Spain and Argentina, experiences that helped shape her appreciation for different cultures and perspectives. She now lives in Sonoma County with her husband, Martin, and their two daughters, Sofia (2022) and Isabella (2024).

When she's not working as a Project Accountant or volunteering with PMC, Vanessa enjoys fitness, DIY projects, gardening, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is grateful for the friendships, support, and connections she has found through Petaluma Mothers Club.

Lindsey RivasParent Fitness

2021; 2024 Playgroups

Lindsey was born and raised in Marin County and has proudly called Petaluma home since 2015. She is a mom to two wonderful children and enjoys an active and social lifestyle. Lindsey loves trying new restaurants, traveling, and connecting with like-minded people in the community.

Health and wellness are important to her, and she believes in caring for both the mind and body. In her free time, she enjoys Pilates and walking, and she never misses a chance for a good fitness mom joke… after all, laughter is the best core workout.. Lindsey earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Sonoma State University and also holds Associate degrees in Psychology and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

As the Parent Fitness Board Member for the Petaluma Mothers’ Club, Lindsey is excited to help create opportunities for members to connect, stay active, and support one another while fostering a strong sense of community.

Cathryn BentleyMoms Night Out

Cathryn is excited to be serving her first year on the Petaluma Mothers' Club Board as the Moms Night Out Coordinator. Although this is her first year on the board, she is a lifelong Petaluma resident with deep roots in the community. Her love for Petaluma has only grown since becoming a mom, inspiring her passion for supporting local families and creating opportunities for meaningful connection.

Cathryn is married to her husband, Zack, and together they are raising their son, Hudson (2024 Playgroup). Professionally, she is a local real estate agent and proud member of a successful mother-daughter real estate team serving Petaluma and the surrounding communities.

She is thrilled to be part of the Petaluma Mothers' Club and looks forward to bringing moms together through fun, memorable Moms Night Out events while helping foster the strong sense of community that makes Petaluma such a special place to call home.

Amanda SandovalParent Education

2020 & 2023 Playgroups

Amanda is excited to return to the Petaluma Mothers' Club Board for her second year, serving as the Parent Education Board Member. She grew up right here in Petaluma — as did her husband, Albert — and there's something especially sweet about now raising their own girls in the same town that raised them both.

Amanda and Albert are parents to Eliana (2020) and Savanna (2023), and their family wouldn't be complete without their French Bulldog, Gracie.

Professionally, Amanda got her start in San Francisco's Financial District working in admin and HR before making the leap into real estate in 2018. She now works alongside her mom as part of a mother-daughter real estate team serving Petaluma and the surrounding communities. Amanda joined PMC in 2020 and is endlessly grateful for the friendships and support it's brought to her parenting journey. Outside of work, she loves Pilates, exploring local parks and coffee shops with her girls, and planning the family's next travel adventure — and she's looking forward to bringing great Parent Education resources to PMC families again this year.

Kylie HempyPostpartum Support Group

Kylie is a mom of 4 littles (7, 5, 3, 1). She moved to Petaluma 5 years ago.

She’s a perinatal therapist (LMFT, PMH-C) and lives & works in Petaluma. She’s been leading the Postpartum Circle for moms with babies for 3 years. The group is designed to be a free, welcoming, low-key space for moms and babies to connect, share some of the hardest parts of postpartum, and brainstorm with other women who get what it’s like to be in the trenches. Babies are welcome, and we have air conditioning/heat, coffee, and everything you might need for your little one!

Emma JonesEvent Support

2024, 2026 Playgroups

Emma grew up in Inverness, where Petaluma was considered the big city. She has lived in Petaluma with her husband since 2017. After the birth of her son, Cliffy, in September 2024, Emma was looking for a stronger sense of community, which led her to join PMC. She and her husband are excited to welcome their daughter in August 2026.

When she’s not chasing a toddler, growing a human, or working as a nurse, Emma can usually be found planning her next trip, tending to her garden, baking something delicious, crushing a margarita, or enthusiastically starting home projects that her husband inevitably gets recruited to finish. She’s also passionate about animals - after meeting her husband, she traded dating questionable men for rescuing special-needs animals, which has proven to be a much more rewarding hobby.

Francesca MarkeyDay of Event Support

2023, 2024 Playgroups

Francesca grew up in Menlo Park and moved to Petaluma in 2019, where she met her husband that same year. She graduated from Cosmetology school in 2022 but chose to become a stay-at-home mom after becoming pregnant with her daughter. Francesca is the proud mom of Hayden (born in 2023) and Connor (born in 2024). She loves working out, spending time with her family, being outdoors, and making special memories together. Francesca is excited to be part of PMC and looks forward to meeting other local moms, building new friendships, and sharing fun experiences with their kids.

Alyssa DulinService Project Coordinator

2024, 2026 Playgroups

Alyssa grew up in Texas before finding her way West to Los Angeles for college. Despite stints in the Midwest and DC-area, she was always drawn back to California and settled in Petaluma with her husband Max in 2020. Their doodle Baja was their original baby before Poppy arrived in July 2024. They are looking forward to welcoming twins to their growing crew this fall. Alyssa has worked in food & beverage supply chain her entire career and loves an excuse to make an over-the-top dessert.

The Petaluma Mother’s Club echoes the women’s organizations she has associated with since her time at an all-girls high school and is extremely excited to bring forward opportunities for the organization to support those in need in our community.

Selma BeirneRecruiting; 2026 Playgroup Admin

2023, 2026 Playgroups

Selma grew up in Sonoma and spent several years living in San Diego before finding her way back to the Bay Area. In 2016, she met her now-husband at a bar in San Francisco, and together they made Petaluma home in 2021.

They welcomed their son, Noah, in August 2023, and their daughter, Lena, in February 2026. These days, Selma is embracing the joys (and beautiful chaos!) of life with two little ones and soaking up every stage of raising them together.

Selma started her career in events before transitioning into HR, where she developed a passion for talent, culture, and creating meaningful connections. She joined the Petaluma Mothers' Club to meet other moms, build friendships, and be part of a supportive community for local families.

When she's not chasing after Noah or cuddling baby Lena, you'll likely find her planning her family's next adventure, taking a Pilates class, discovering a new local restaurant, or enjoying a well-earned glass of wine. She's grateful to be part of the PMC community and looks forward to connecting with other parents.

Dawn BradleyNewsletter Editor

2022 Playgroup

Dawn Bradley is a 2022 mom of the Twinkle Tots: Addie (blond) and Ellie (red head) and was born and raised in Sonoma County. She has been married to her husband, Alex, since 2018. Fun fact, they met on tinder in 2015. Both Dawn and Alex are nurses, but in very different specialties. Dawn is a pediatric nurse (almost 20yrs!), focusing on professional development of nurses for UCSF. Fun fact number 2: Before nursing, Dawn thought she would do research for degenerative illnesses and got her degree in Microbiology from Cal Poly, SLO. She decided she liked people too much and went back to nursing school..

When Dawn and Alex moved to Petaluma (2mo before the tots were born), they were looking for community. They feel they have definitely found that in the PMC world. The connections from PMc have kept Dawn above water on more days than she could try to count. Dawn is proud to be a part of this club, excited to be participating in the board, and the tots are already talking about halloween and trick or treating, so this might just be the perfect role for this year.

Courtney AvvampatoDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion

2021, 2024 Playgroups

Courtney first moved to the Bay Area in 2013 to begin her doctoral studies in psychology. After years of bouncing around the North Bay, Courtney and her now-husband, Steve, found themselves in Petaluma in 2019 and began to set down roots. Courtney is a licensed clinical psychologist and her husband owns and operates his own business, SPYE Conservation. Together they have Charlie (2021 playgroup) and Casey (2024 playgroup). In her spare time, Courtney enjoys weightlifting and reading the latest greatest mystery novel. Without family in the area, Courtney joined PMC to build community in her new neighborhood and has found incredible lifelong friends in the process.

Shandra ZouMembership Services

2025 Playgroup

Shandra is originally from the beautiful hills of Kentucky, where she was born and raised. She met her husband, Charley, in Memphis, Tennessee, where they lived before making the cross-country move to California in 2021. They didn't expect to stay for long, but soon fell in love with the people, the community, and the beautiful landscape of Sonoma county. They welcomed their daughter, Vera, in June of 2025 after deciding that Petaluma was where they wanted to plant their roots. They also have two pups, Huckleberry (8) and Bruce (11), who are the best big brothers to Vera. Professionally, Shandra works as a Child Life Specialist in Marin. Outside of work and time with family, Shandra enjoys board games, true crime podcasts, and beach hangs! Shandra joined PMC to find community and build her village in this journey of motherhood.

Susy BarrattWebmaster

2023; 2026 Playgroups

Susy grew up in Southampton, United Kingdom. She met her husband Pierre (also a Brit), while on an internship in 2007 and after she completed her PhD. in Cambridge UK, they married in 2015. Susy and Pierre (and Timogine the cat!) moved to Petaluma in 2020 and have loved making it home ever since.

After 6+ years (and with some help from IVF), Susy and Pierre were overjoyed to welcome their daughter Eloisah in December 2023 and more recently, baby brother Dalton in May 2026.

Susy works as a Senior Director of Research Biology for an Oncology Biotech in SSF and loves to stay active, try out new restaurants and explore all the parks and fun things the area offers with her family.

Susy joined the PMC to make connections for her and her family and really appreciates the wonderful community the PMC offers.

Erika CannonResource Guides

2021, 2023 Playgroups

Erika is thrilled to join the PMC Board this year! A Bay Area native, she grew up in San Carlos and Millbrae before heading to San Diego State to study Business. After college, she traveled to over 30 countries before returning to Northern California, where she met her husband, Kevin. They settled in Petaluma in 2022 and are proud parents to two daughters, Ava (born in 2021) and Cami (born in 2023). Erika works remotely as an Executive Assistant to a VP at a tech company. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, thrifting, practicing yoga, and exploring the many family-friendly activities Sonoma County has to offer. She's loved connecting with new families through the PMC and is excited to take on a bigger role in the community.

Erin CharlesCommunity Calendar

2022, 2024 Playgroups

Erin was born and raised in Petaluma along with her husband, Patrick. After some time spent in Santa Barbara, San Diego and the South Bay, they eventually found their way back home. Together they are raising two daughters here, Fiona (2022), and Violet (2024). On days not at home with the girls, Erin works as a speech-language pathologist at a local pediatric clinic. She also enjoys dabbling in crocheting, gardening, reading, and sleeping…when she has a chance. She is grateful for the fun and support PMC has brought into her life, and is excited to be a part of the board!

Kylie MaughanAds Coordinator

2024 Playgroup

Kylie is a proud mom to Kaia and a Chicago native who now calls Petaluma home. She started her career as a software engineer and now works as an Account Executive in tech, while also founding a nonprofit focused on helping women build confidence through financial literacy, career development, and mentorship. Entrepreneurial at heart, Kylie loves bringing ideas to life, getting involved in her community, and connecting with new people. Outside of work and mom life, she loves traveling, hiking, water sports, discovering great food, and enjoying a good glass of wine. She’s fallen in love with Petaluma’s small-town charm and natural beauty and is excited to continue building friendships and putting down roots in the community.

Libby LokVolunteer Coordinator

2019, 2021 Playgroups

Libby grew up in Petaluma, spending much of her time with the swim team! She went on to study Community Studies at UC Santa Cruz (where she met her husband) and later earned a Master’s in Public Policy from NYU. Early in her career, Libby worked in nonprofit management and policy advocacy. These days, she’s a Family Business Consultant helping families that own and work together navigate group dynamics, succession planning, and strategic planning. As part of her community work she is an Independent Researcher of Chinese American history and advocate of historic preservation. Libby and her husband have lived in Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, New York City, Washington D.C., and Florence, Italy, and are excited to be back in Petaluma raising their two young children. Being a mom has helped her reconnect with the outdoors, and she’s loving rediscovering the beauty of her hometown.

Marissa BowmanDiscount Program

Marissa is grew up in Southern California, but fell in love with NorCal through her time at UC Berkeley. She moved to Petaluma in January 2021 from Oakland with her husband, Gant, and son Atlas. Chancelor was born in Petaluma in 2022. PMC became a true community for her family with the arrival of her second. The Bowmans have a third son, Vincent, born in 2025. Marissa has a background in tech and is currently a business strategy consultant. Marissa enjoys baking, wine, gardening and connecting people.

Lauren ‘Q’ Gallagher2023 Playgroup Admin

2023, 2025 Playgroups

Lauren, aka “Q”, grew up in Alamo, attended UC Berkeley and is currently a Chief of Staff for a tech company. After swiping right on her husband, Brian, a Penngrove native, they moved to Petaluma in 2021. Pregnant with their first, Q completed her MBA back at UC Berkeley and welcomed their daughter, Betty, in August 2023. Their son, Will, joined in May 2025. They have two doodles, Freddy & Murphy. When kiddos are napping, Q is busy working on crafts, listening to audiobooks, or planning a themed costume party (Seriously, if you need a costume…she probably has it). *Q comes from the pronunciation of her maiden name, Kuemmeler.

Leah Conde2025 Playgroup Admin

2025 Playgroup

Leah is a Sonoma County native and lives near downtown Penngrove with her husband Jim, their daughter Marlowe, and rescue dog Duncan. Leah and Jim met in 2013 while Jim was active duty as a Navy officer, and Leah joined him with the Navy as a submarine psychotherapist serving their country together around the globe before settling back down in sonoma county after Jim retired in 2020. After doing four rounds of IVF and experiencing recurrent baby loss, Leah and Jim welcomed their miracle girl Marlowe in May of 2025, who is their whole world. Leah works from home as an LCSW for the state of California for clinical psych and is enthusiastic about normalizing real life conversations about mental health. In her spare time, Leah loves gardening her acre and a half organic homestead and military /veteran serving community garden, hiking, and lots of cooking. She joined PMC to connect and make friends with moms, make play dates for babies, and help encourage connections for dads who might not be so great at taking that first step at socializing.

Jo Ann JohnsonParent Education

2023 Playgroup

Jo Ann grew up in Novato and went to San Diego State for college. She spent the last 10 years in SF before moving to Petaluma.. She works as a labor and delivery nurse and is passionate about guiding and supporting women through their unique birthing experiences. She met her husband Antonio while studying abroad in Spain in 2013. Together they have 2 kids, Maxine (2023) and Santiago (2026). In her free time (hah!), Jo Ann loves a good book, bubble-baths, rock-climbing, reformer pilates, a hazy IPA and to spend time at her family cabin in Tahoe. She is excited to call Petaluma home and looks forward to being a part of the board!