EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Having spent 10 years in medical device sales & 5 years as a communications coach with Own the Room, coaching c-suite executives from LinkedIn, Facebook, Delta Airlines, Google and more, my passion for communications has only increased. My awareness for voices heard & unheard have become keen & my heart extends to women who have conformed to societal expectations which have crippled their ability to choose excellence over perfection. From corporate leadership & development to shelters for women in need, I'm using my expertise & passion to help women build a strong foundation in self-confidence that radiates to all parts of their lives.

VICE PRESIDENT

Purpose led, digital-first marketing executive with cross-industry experience in B2B (Qualcomm, Microsoft) and B2C (Adidas, Nestle) organizations. Driver of success across all marketing functions including brand strategy, user experience, and executive communications. Organizational leader with a history of building and nurturing rockstar teams and influencing c-suite stakeholders. A rare combination of high EQ and analytical rigor. But, maybe most importantly, a believer in progress over perfection.

TREASURER

Brenda has over 20 years of experience in Finance. She has spent most of her career in healthcare related companies. She is currently Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Imperative Care, Inc. As a finance leader, she guides companies through budgeting, planning and strategic analysis, and has played a pivotal roles in providing critical information for decision making. She has established herself as a trusted and caring leader. Brenda lives in Northern California with her son. She enjoys spending time with her extended family, loves the outdoors and a great workout.

“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” – Muriel Strode (Poet)

BOARD CHAIR

Kennette Banks (she/her) is an executive leader and DEIB practitioner with 16 years of experience in nonprofit management and school leadership. She fuses systems and strategy to increase organizational impact, clarity and efficiency. As a consultant, facilitator, and coach, Kennette melds skill-building with emotional intelligence to impact leaders who want to increase their impact across sectors and create more inclusive team.

"...just remember that your real job is that if you are free, you need to free somebody else. If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody else." - Toni Morrison

SECRETARY

Colleen’s professional pursuits through 20+ years of experience include marketing, architecture, teaching, art instruction, writing, and project management. Currently serving as Office Coordinator for an award-winning architecture firm in Central Oregon, Colleen is creative and organized with strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

With passionate belief in the vision of “beauty from ashes”, as a board member, she will strategically support M Perfectly’s mission to encourage, educate, and equip women through transformative life transitions.

“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” (Maya Angelou)

BOARD CHAIR

Patti is a fourth-generation Oregon native who grew up on a ranch near Heppner. She is a proud University of Oregon Duck who graduated with a degree in History. Patti later completed her CPA in Washington State. During the general election, she learned her grandfather had been a Umatilla County commissioner, so this career direction is in her genes.

BOARD CHAIR

Paula has been in the accounting field for nearly 40 years. She currently works as a tax manager for a local CPA firm. She brings a strong financial background to assist in budgeting and record keeping. She grew up in Eastern Oregon and has spent nearly 40 years in Central Oregon where she enjoys hiking, gardening, and line dancing.

Edna Parzybok is a dedicated professional with a rich background in customer service and human resources. With over a decade of experience at Nordstrom, she excelled in retail sales, call center management, and HR roles, where she developed strong leadership skills and a deep commitment to employee well-being. Edna holds a B.A. in Communications from Seattle Pacific University and an Associate's Degree from Shoreline Community College. Passionate about helping others, she has also volunteered extensively, including leadership roles at Faith Bible Church and community service at First African Methodist Episcopal Church. Edna is driven by a love for people and a desire to uplift others through meaningful connections and service.