1995
As an AAMC Board member, I have a clear perspective on the board and its needs, and serve on several key committees, including Fundraising and Personnel. I also understand what the membership is asking us to do. My background includes over two decades of hiring experience as a director and VP in healthcare. Additionally, I’ve served on various boards, and vetted and voted on members. From my experience, boards need to be balanced with different skillsets. I will utilize my leadership experience to attract board members who are collaborative, engaged, thoughtful and strategic team players, who will lead the AAMC into the future.

Relevant Experience:
Over 20 years’ experience hiring hundreds of personnel as an administrator for Kaiser, Stanford, and UCSF Medical Centers.Over 20 years’ experience hiring hundreds of personnel as an administrator for Kaiser, Stanford, and UCSF Medical Centers. Board service includes Ronald McDonald House, one of the largest medical housing facilities in the world, the Aurora Singers, and the Vermillion Area Arts Council. Currently on board of National Music Museum.

1965
I have supported Mills since my graduation in ’65. I am deeply concerned in the future of the College with the merger but also in documenting and preserving its legacy. As an educator all my life, I believe that education gives power to people and applaud Mills’ legacy of educating first generation students and students from underrepresented groups. Being a member of the nominating committee will enable me to influence the shape of the future Board of Governors to foster these goals. Being a current member of the BOG will enable me to support candidates who will strengthen the Board.

Relevant Experience:
Member of the BOG; English teacher/ department chair in urban high school, retired; adjunct English Professor at Tacoma Community College; Continuous support of Mills since graduation; membership in local Mills Clubs.

1975
Currently serving on the Board of Governors, I have clear insight into the kind of talent we need to move forward and most importantly, the passion and hard work required. With over 35 years as a research scientist at the National Institute of Health, I’ve managed a 150-person laboratory and organized high-level conferences. As an artist and poet, I’ve authored a seminal book on polymer clay artistic material and led professional conferences. Passionate about Mills College, I aim to recruit board members who can guide the AAMC into the future with creativity, purpose, and commitment to our beloved alma mater.

Relevant Experience:
• 35+ Years as Research Scientist at the National Institute of Health. Oversaw daily operations for a 150-person lab. Organized high-level conferences.
• Authored a seminal art book on “The New Clay” and led four professional conferences.
• Recruitment focus: aim to recommend passionate, visionary board members for AAMC’s future.

2015
The AAMC must continue to define itself and its new identity in the face of recent changes. For the last 3 years I have served as a member of the AAMC BOG, and although I no longer have the capacity to serve as a board member, I strongly believe in the mission of the AAMC. I wish to continue to serve in a smaller role and help build a collaborative, productive, and balanced BOG. I hope to continue to build a diverse team with a wide variety of skill sets to lead the AAMC into this new iteration.

Relevant Experience:
I’ve served on the AAMC board for 3 years, on the Executive, Governance, and For Generations Still Committees. I’m a Policy Specialist with the Minnesota Office of Ombudsman for Long Term Care, helping Assisted Living residents set up Resident Councils. I’ve worked in a variety of positions where teamwork and collaboration are critical.

1991
While Mills College may have changed in the years since I graduated, I believe the relationships and connections formed while at the College should be supported and strengthened going forward. Both my professional and additional volunteer experience can be viewed at www.linkedin.com/in/brandy-tuzon-boyd

Relevant Experience:
• Past member Editorial Board for the "Mills Quarterly" magazine,
• past president Oakland and Sacramento alumnae branches/clubs,
• past AAMC regional governor,
• past Alumnae Admissions Rep for Mills College (coordinated events, attended college fairs),
• current co-coordinator Sacramento Area Mills Club,
• current member AAMC Nomination Committee.

1990, 2019
As an alumna twice over - 1990 and 2019 - I'm fully vested in seeing the Alumna Association continue to provide us all with the opportunity to connect. The best way to do that is to assure that the AAMC has a process to find excellent leadership. NomCom provides that role. I would bring my years of experience working with elected officials and the public, along with my understanding of the AAMC to the NomCom.

Relevant Experience:
• Communications project management for two San Francisco Bay Area regional governments
• Senior Public Information Officer, Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG), 2017-2024
• Senior Communications Officer, ABAG, 2000-2017
• Children's school PTA President 2010-2012 and Class Representative 2008-2010
• Mills Reunion Committee, 2000-2003.

1982
After serving on the Board of Governors for the last 3 years, especially during the time of the merger with Northeastern, I have gained valuable experience and knowledge with regard to making sure there is representation of ALL voices for ushering in a new paradigm for preserving Mills College’s Legacy and creating new models of excellence for educational leadership and stewardship, augmenting our historical significance not only in the Bay Area, but nationally and internationally. I am honest, truthful and value integrity and mindfulness as I work with our alumnae to create an educational environment that represents Mills’ core values.

Relevant Experience:
• Board of Governors - 2021-2024
• Celebration Arts - Board Vice President - 2001 -2023
• Living Heritage Foundation - Board Member - 2016-Present
• Professor - Department of Theater and Dance - CSUS -1990-2017
• Founder and Artistic Director - Sacramento/Black Art of Dance (S/BAD) Company
• Co-founder and Member- Ebo Okokan- Afro Cuban Music and Dance Ensemble

1980
I care deeply about the future of the AAMC and want to help move the organization forward to sustainable independence by continuing to serve on the NomCom. I have a calm demeanor and a methodical approach to researching and evaluating candidates. With 30 years of experience in software management, I was responsible for assessing, hiring, and managing many people at all levels. I’m a bent twig and my mother and I have been active supporters of the AAMC for decades. I want to continue helping the AAMC become a strong organization by contributing to the NomCom.

Relevant Experience:
• 30 years’ experience as a software manager, director, and project manager, with strong experience assessing, hiring, and managing many people from individual contributors to executive level,
• served on the Nominating Committee for the past year,
• many years as an Alumnae Admissions Representative,
• helped resurrect the Santa Clara Valley Alumnae Association after the 1990 Strike.

1981
I have served a one year on the nominating committee and hope to build on this experience to play a more active role encouraging talented and compassionate Mills alumnae to take part in shaping and advancing the work of the AAMC.

Relevant Experience:
• Active member of the Palo Alto Area Mills College Club for many years and served repeatedly in the roles of president and treasurer.
• Long-time active fundraiser and hospital volunteer with Stanford Children’s Health.
• Worked both in tech, and later as an elementary school teacher.