Executive Director
Paula joined the Bridges to Community family in 2012 after completing 3 years of Peace Corps service in Nicaragua. Beginning as an International Volunteer Coordinator, Paula quickly became the Program Director of the Bridges Nicaragua office, and later the Director of Operations for the Nicaragua and Dominican Republic offices. In November 2022, she was named Executive Director. Paula most enjoys working with and empowering community leadership to support their goals for a better future through education, health and economic development. She is also honored to be a liasion for North American volunteers who generously give their time and financial resources to support the dreams of Bridges community partners.
Paula graduated from the College of William and Mary with BA in Hispanic Studies and Environmental Studies. In 2013, she completed the Nonprofit Management Certification program at Georgetown University.
