Type Of Business:
Nonprofit organization
Major Product/SVS:
Primary source of donated, surplus, and purchased food for nonprofit agencies in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties
Hobbies/Sports:
Walking with her dog; Reading; Attending her local community theater
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts, University of California Santa Cruz (1977)
Affiliations Awards:
Various Community Organizations; Board Member, Federal Emergency Management Agency; New Beginning Coalition; Co-chair, Daly City Partnership; Thrive; NAAFA, Inc.
Charity:
Volunteer, Pacifica Resource Center; Homeless Counts
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to being driven, having high standards, and doing what she loves.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her first job through a federal job training program at a food program. She fell in love with the industry.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Takalo has been working in the nonprofit sector for more than 30 years. Her focus is to end hunger and cultural competence. She is affiliated with Fat Lip Readers Theater. Ms. Takalo does sign language interpretation.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Making sure no one is hungry in her area; Handling collection and distribution of food donations to agencies and direct service agencies; Managing data analysis and reporting of contributors and donors
Education Certifications:
Licensed Real Estate Agent; Certification in Management, United Way Worldwide
Awards/Honors:
Thrive Emergency Task Force Community Leadership Award (2009)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Takalo hopes to be doing more statewide and national work.