MEET THE TEAM

Susan Choi
Executive Director

Susan graduated with a Masters of Science degree in Environmental Health Sciences and Policy from UC Irvine. Her academic focus was in community health, especially cancer incidences in minority communities. For over 15 years, she's been an advocate for culturally and linguistically appropriate health care services. ​

Madhuri Mistry
Development Director

Madhuri graduated from Sir J.J. School of Arts in Mubai, India with a BA in Commercial Art. Madhuri has over 30 years of experience in advertising, marketing, public relations and commercial art in the United States and South Asia. She first came to work with A3M as a volunteer in 1992 and was the founding member of the South Asian Task Force.     

Ayumi Nagata
Recruitment Manager

Ayumi graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Geography. She has been involved in the social services field for several years and brings a positive and passionate attitude towards helping patient's who are in need of a marrow match.

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Julie Im
Korean Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

 Julie graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Welfare. Since college, she has been interested in public health and participating in social services to help the underprivileged.

Carol Tsang
College Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

Carol is from El Monte and graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Asian American Studies. She works in the Chinese community and found out about A3M when her brother fraternity (Lambda Phi Epsilon) hosted a  bone marrow drive at UCLA and signed up.

Veronica Lases
Latino Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

Veronica "Vero" graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor's in Human Services, and a focus on non-profit work. Vero is also an AmeriCorps Alum, serving two terms with the American Red Cross, as the Latino Preparedness Coordinator. When Vero's not working, she enjoys going to concerts, practicing martial arts, visiting family in Fresno, and (of course) going to Disneyland. 

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Tai Nguyen
​Vietnamese Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

Tai joined A3M a few years ago with a passion towards helping patients and their families find a matching donor. He graduated from Cal Sate Fullerton with a Bachelor's degree in Human Services and a Master's degree in Gerontology.

Chris Chen
Chinese Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

Chris graduated with a Masters of Arts degree in Leadership and Organizational Studies from Azusa Pacific University. His academic focus was in team dynamics, event planning, marketing, and community outreach. He joined A3M in August 2016 and is eager to serve our patients and reach the communities.

Victoria Occiano  
San Diego Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator

Tori graduated from Sonoma State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Throughout college, she was heavily involved with the Filipino American community and volunteered with local non-profit organizations. She is excited to be the A3M representative for the San Diego community.​ ​

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Jo Ellen Aragon
Administrative Coordinator

Jo Ellen is from Culver City and graduated from San Diego State University with an MFA in Creative Writing. Since graduating, she has dedicated her life to strengthening nonprofits' relationships with volunteers and clients. Previously, she has worked at 826LA in Mar Vista, St. Joseph Center, and United Way of Greater Los Angeles. ​