Michelle is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill and assists clients with strategies to bring purpose to their wealth. Michelle is inspired by the people and businesses who bring vibrance, leadership and connectivity to our daily lives. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification with a focus on retirement planning and philanthropic giving. Michelle is a graduate of UCSB and received her M.B.A. from Pepperdine University. She joined the Women's Fund in 2019 and the Finance Committee in 2024. She resides in Carpinteria with her husband and their children. She serves on the board of Carpinteria Children’s Project and volunteers as an age-group swim coach for the Carpinteria Aquatics Club.

Nancy became a member of the Women’s Fund and joined the Finance Committee in 2024. After earning a bachelor’s degree in Internationtal Studies at Lafayette College, she completed the MBA program at the University of Pittsburgh and embarked on a career in financial services. Nancy spent over 33 years in the investment field, managing equity funds at Delaware Investments and at Nuveen Investments where she also led investment teams as Chief Investment Officer. She currently serves as an independent director of the M Funds. She served as a director and treasurer for Women’s Economic Ventures from 2016 until 2023 and continues to volunteer as a member of their endowment committee. Nancy previously served as a member of the endowment committee for Project Home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Whitney Chiu brings a diverse business background to her passion for serving her community. Currently the COO at Lusso Brands, she previously co-founded Joone Creative and held senior positions at Shutterfly and Bain & Company after graduating with honors from the Tuck School of Business. Whitney’s love for reading, creativity, and outdoor adventures finds a perfect balance in her adopted hometown of Santa Barbara, where she resides with her family. With a blend of business acumen and vibrant energy, she's dedicated to uplifting communities and nurturing wellness.