Biography
Amber serves as the Chief People Officer of Cure Blindness Project, where she leads the organization’s people and culture strategy, strengthening organizational effectiveness, leadership, and the systems that enable teams to advance the mission of ending avoidable blindness. She believes deeply that an organization’s ability to create lasting impact begins with its people and that building healthy, equitable, and high-performing organizations requires intentional leadership, meaningful collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. She is passionate about creating environments where people feel valued, leaders are accountable, and teams are empowered to do their best work.
Prior to Cure Blindness Project, Amber held executive leadership roles across international development, technology, education, and the corporate sector. At Kiva, a global nonprofit focused on expanding financial access, she served as Vice President of People & Places, supporting a growing organization operating across more than 40 countries. She subsequently led global People functions for emerging technology companies, helping organizations navigate rapid growth, international expansion, and organizational transformation. Her earlier career includes leadership roles at Nike, Visa, and The Coca-Cola Company, as well as serving as Chief Equity, People & Culture Officer at the California Charter Schools Association.
Amber earned her Bachelor of Science from California State University, Sacramento, and was recognized as one of the Sacramento Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 honorees in 2024. She is actively involved in education and community advocacy, serving on the governing board of California Montessori Project and volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for youth in foster care. Amber lives in the Sacramento area with her husband and four children. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, supporting her children’s activities, and staying engaged in her community.
