Senior Executive Director
Mick is committed to ensuring that the Embarcadero YMCA builds partnerships with the Waterfront and San Francisco community members, improving health and wellness and the quality of life for all San Franciscans.
Associate Executive Director
Dara has been with the YMCA since 2002 working at multiple YMCAs in Northern and Southern California, as well as, at the YMCA of the USA. She has spent years in youth programming and operations impacting the community, building relationships, and providing support to all members, guests, and staff. She currently chairs the local Asian Pacific Islander Leadership Network (APILN) and sits on the YMCA of the USA's National Steering Committee for the APILN.
Associate Executive Director of Community Engagement
Betty has been with the Y since 2008. She is committed to programs that create lasting change and empowerment for SF’s diverse communities – particularly young people!
District Director of Member Engagement
Troy is a champion of the YMCA cause. With the Y since 2002, he oversees Membership, Marketing and Communications, ensuring a high quality experience for all members of our community.
Senior Director of Healthy Living
Susanna brings a wealth of health and nutrition knowledge to our team. Susanna leads multiple group exercise classes weekly, so please join her in our studios for a fun and challenging workout. She is motivated by those around her and enjoys helping others reach their goals, test their abilities, and find success. Susanna and her team create a positive environment where our community can learn, share, and grow together.
Administrative Services Director
Cynthia comes from a background of connecting San Francisco families with local community resources. She joined the Y family in 2012 and currently leads the administrative and financial operations at the Embarcadero and Shih Yu-Lang Central Ys.
Director of Development
Laura Grace ("LG") is a California native making her return to the West Coast after a decade fundraising in Washington, DC. She looks to further the mission of the YMCA of San Francisco by embracing caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in every interaction.
Youth Chance High School Director
Celan Beausoleil, LCSW is a San Francisco native who has worked with system-involved youth since 2007.
Sr. Director of Treasure Island YMCA
Shiante, born and raised in the Bay Area, has worked with the Embarcadero’s Community Programs since 2009. Focusing her efforts on Youth Deployment and Out-of-School time initiatives, has shown Shiante’s passion and dedication to the youth and families within the communities we currently work with. Shiante is currently the Site Director for our Treasure Island Location, as well as, the point person for all things Traditional Camp! In her current position, Shiante hopes that her experience provides an in-depth perspective to the strengths and needs of those she serves.
AQUATICS COORDINATOR
Oscar has a longtime passion for swimming and teaching. As a Bay Area native, he is motivated to promote healthy living in his community through swimming and aquatic activities.
Associate Director of Wellness
Deanna is an ACE certified personal trainer and is also a certified instructor in Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, BOSU Balance training, and Studio Cycling. Since 2010, Deanna has been teaching and training with an emphasis on healthy biomechanics and functional movement.
Deanna is passionate about helping people create positive change in their lives through self-compassion, physical fitness and positive thinking.
