Tina Fernandez Steckler, HERS , Neighbor

Tina joined HERS Breast Cancer Foundation in November 2017 in the position of Executive Director.

Tina is a Bay Area native and has resided in Fremont since 1991. Beginning in 2010, she filled several roles at Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments (SAVE), a nonprofit organization in Fremont that supports domestic violence survivors. At SAVE, she progressed from volunteer to Development Assistant and eventually to Director of Development. As a Director, Tina oversaw fundraising, donor relations, and marketing communications among her many duties.

After earning a BA in English Literature from Cal State Hayward (now CSUEB) and a Paralegal Certificate from St. Mary's College, Tina spent three years at the law firm of Wilson, Sonsini, Goodrich & Rosati. She left to raise her two children.

Tina volunteered for many years at her children's schools and completed numerous courses at Ohlone College for education and enrichment. She completed the Fremont Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program in 2013 and will soon become a member of both the Niles Rotary Club and AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals) Silicon Valley. She is a former member of Soroptimist International of Fremont. She currently supports several local nonprofit organizations.

Tina is a proud mom of her adult children - her daughter Julia, a Lance Corporal in the U.S. Marines, and her son Jacob, a Young Adult Program student. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Craig Steckler and their dogs, friends and family.

E-mail: hersinfo@hersbreastcancerfoundation.org