About Barb

 I am a proud Yorba Linda resident, business owner, and devoted mother of two graduates of the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD). Deeply rooted in this community, I have dedicated over a decade to service and advocacy across local schools, nonprofits, and city-wide initiatives. I’m the founder and president of MAD Women (Making a Difference), a 501(c)(3) organization committed to hands-on community outreach. My work extends to leadership roles with Homeless Intervention Services of Orange County, ongoing volunteer service at Yorba Linda High School, and annual projects through organizations like Love Yorba Linda and Yorba Linda Friends Church.

From coordinating care packages for foster youth to leading booster clubs and PTA boards, I believe in showing up and making a tangible difference. I’ve been honored with multiple PTA service awards and was a nominee for Yorba Linda Citizen of the Year. For me, making a difference isn't an obligation—it’s a way of life.