Meet the Pillars of Big Ocean Women
Behind every wave, behind every initiative, are the dedicated women steering the ship of Big Ocean Women. Each individual brings a unique perspective, an unmatched dedication, and a shared passion for our mission. Dive in and get to know the faces and stories of the remarkable women championing our cause, shaping our vision, and making a difference in the world.
Board Of Directors
Guiding Visionaries of Big Ocean Women
Meet the exceptional women at the helm of Big Ocean Women. Our Board of Directors comprises dedicated leaders, each bringing a wealth of experience, insight, and passion, collectively guiding our organization towards a brighter future.
Ann Takasaki
Director of Governance
Carolina Allen
Executive Director
Holly Sweeten
Board Member
Lisa Bjornberg
Director of Communications
Vilma Sagebin
Board Member
Angie Oceguera
Board Treasurer
NiCole Hale
Board Secretary
Maren Butcher
Board Chair
Executive Committee
The Strategic Heartbeat
Driven by commitment and a shared vision, the Executive Committee ensures that Big Ocean Women remains true to its core mission. Their collective leadership shapes our strategies, upholds our values, and fosters sustainable growth.
Carolina Allen
Executive Director
Ann Takasaki
Director of Governance
Vilma Sagebin
Communications committee
Crafting Our Voice and Message
Communication is key, and this stellar team ensures our voice resonates far and wide. From crafting impactful messages to engaging with our community, the Communications Committee plays an essential role in amplifying our mission.
Lisa Bjornberg
Director of Communications
Shelli Spotts
Podcast Producer
Grace Raje
Digital Presence
Norma Hendrickson
Editor
WAVE Committee
Building Strong Communities, One Cottage at a Time
Beyond the waves lies the heart of our organization: our cottages. The Cottage Committee is dedicated to nurturing these intimate community groups, ensuring they thrive and serve as beacons of support, empowerment, and sisterhood.
Vilma Sagebin
WAVE Training
Global Strategy Committee
Charting Our Global Path
The world is vast, and our ambitions match its scale. The Global Strategy Committee is tasked with envisioning and executing our global outreach, ensuring Big Ocean Women's influence and impact extend across continents.
Kim Landeen
Daba Robb
Marketing Committee
The motoring power to reach our potential.
This is the team that creates the "how" in what we do. Diligently working to get our message out and raise the funds needed to support our members.
Margo Watson
Director of Marketing
Grace Raje
Digital Presence