Emily has served as the Managing Director of Christ Lutheran Preschool, overseeing both the Huntington Beach and Costa Mesa locations, since 2023. She brings more than 17 years of preschool leadership experience, having previously served as Preschool Director at St. John’s Lutheran Preschool in Orange, California.

Emily has also served as a consultant, team captain, and team member for the National Lutheran School Accreditation Commission and on the Pacific Southwest District Early Childhood Cabinet and Consultancy Team. In 2022, she was honored as the Early Childhood Educator of the Year by the Pacific Southwest District of the LCMS.

Emily is passionate about supporting children, families, and staff and helping nurture families in their relationship with God. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her three sons, attending sporting events, going to the beach, and barbecuing with family.