As Development Director, Valerie manages grant writing, donor relationships, and community partnerships to ensure Serenity House can continue to expand its life-changing programs. Throughout her life, she has nurtured a passion for women's empowerment, striving in big ways and small to shape a future where women everywhere can find healing, strength, and community. Bringing this personal philosophy to her work, Valerie plays an important role in realizing this future for Serenity House, and the lives yet to be welcomed by our doors.

Valerie also works as a Realtor in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. She has helped families, young professionals, and seniors navigate buying and selling their homes for over 20 years.