Goals* Keeping HOA fees as low as possible. Present solutions to improve operations and save money. * Keeping our building safe and well maintained. We need to stay on top of building issues to keep the residents safe. * Create/launch committees (finance, social, landscape, safety/maintenance, marketing/communications, etc.) Get resident's input. * Clear and transparent communication. Advance notice to residents for meetings, follow up with minutes. Community newsletter. * Confidential surveys to keep a report card on community thoughts in order to make positive changes. Strict confidentiality for honest feedback. * Provide better information flow for our offsite owners * Ensure respect amongst community members, staff, board members, and management. Mutual professional respect at board meetings. * Enhanced communication with management and residents is important. We need to keep residents informed when staff leave. Many of them feel like our family. Renters in the building should also be respected and feel like part of this amazing community. Anything else to add? I have lived in San Jose for over 30 years and graduated from San Jose State University. I love to laugh, bring joy to others, and to assist people. Having a connected and caring community is important to me. I work well on diverse teams and excellent at problem solving. There are two board seats open. I hope you can take just a few minutes to vote this week (or by April 4th to make sure your vote will count.) I would love for you to trust me to serve the community. Many 88 elections have been won or lost by one vote. So, your vote really does matter! Please email me for any questions at cathylifebydesign@yahoo.com or we can also set up a time to talk if you prefer. I will see you at the HOA board election meeting on April 17 at 6pm. Please scroll down for my job experience, work recommendations, and references that you are welcome to contact which include Sheri Kerr, former 88 Board member, and Dave Sykes, our former City of San Jose, City Manager. |
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References
Sheri Kerr-
Former 88 board member/resident 408-786-6992 Dave Sykes- Former City Manager for the City of San Jose: 408-858-4961 Conrad Fernandes County of San Mateo: Organizational Development Manager 650-454-7554 Eileen Beaudry- Former manager at the City of San Jose: 408-218-3153 Queen Ann Cannon- Former Youth Activity Specialist at the City of San Jose: 408-218-2153 Janice Lum- Strategic Programs Administrator, Office of Integrated Water Management at Valley Water: 510-432-0581 Ricardo Barajas- Supervising Program Administrator at Valley Water: 408-921-1366 Arthur Saye- Senior Management Analyst at Valley Water: 408-621-6372 Raj Sing- City of Santa Clara IT Manager: 510-585-5850 |
Work ExperienceMy entire professional life has been collaborating with people in various capacities. I have worked for the City of San Jose and Valley Water. Below are just some of my responsibilities, skills, and achievements.
* Trainer for community leaders at the Neighborhood Development Center on Conflict Resolution, Coaching Skills, Teamwork, Effective Communication. * Created partnerships and met with community leaders and outside service agencies to leverage and build capacity for training programs with no additional city funding. * Launched an award-winning City of San Jose Citywide Mentoring and Recognition program * Consultant for the San Jose Police Department and San Jose State University to help create an Employee Mentoring Program, and the City Manager’s Office on Employee Engagement *Manager for Workforce Development (succession development, leadership development, conflict resolution, mentoring, employee engagement, and other professional development training programs) *Won an excellence in Supervision and Management award. *See Linkedin Profile * These experiences have equipped me with skills in leadership, critical thinking, problem solving, budget management, RFP/Vendor administration, conflict resolution, team leadership, and community engagement, all of which I plan to bring to the 88 board. |
Work Testimonials
Grant Lee- Human Resources Director at Valley Water
Cathy is a consummate "people" person and can connect and coach staff at all levels. She is highly experienced in developing and delivery training and development solutions, at leading and motivating staff, and helps staff understand how to "be their best". Upon joining the Water District, Cathy took on the development of the District's Leadership Program and other high profile and significant programs. In addition to her technical competence in the field of Learning and Development, Cathy has a vibrant personality that promotes positiveness and is a joy to work with! Eileen Beaudry- Direct Supervisor for Cathy at the City of San Jose Cathy is a dynamic trainer with skills/knowledge in curriculum development, training delivery, meeting and retreat facilitation, conflict resolution, mentoring program implementation, employee supervisor coaching, recognition programs, and onboarding of interns. Cathy received not one but two All Employee Recognition Awards given annually by the City Mayor; one for the Citywide Mentoring Program that she developed and implemented and another for the Citywide Recognition Program that she also developed and implemented with a team of employees from numerous departments. What makes her stand out is her high energy and enthusiasm, her emotional intelligence and ability to connect with employees, and her creative thinking. I would highly recommend her as a supervisor coach, a facilitator, a training program creator, a conflict mediator, and for all things Workforce Development. Kevin McKay- Direct report to Cathy at Valley Water Cathy has been an active reason I continue to enjoy working at Valley Water. There is no air of ego or pretension from her, she genuinely likes doing her job and wants to be as supportive as she can be. And I’ve found that a terrific boon in a direct manager. Boon Yang- Direct report to Cathy at Valley Water Cathy is a fun, caring, flexible, and adaptable supervisor. She has the magic to tap into your potential and strives to get the best out of you. She is an excellent communicator and team builder who not only has high expectations of others but also herself. |
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