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Women Investing in Security and Education (WISE) rang in the new year by welcoming four trailblazing leaders – Krissy Collins, Ashley Fairon, Jessica Deller-Hubbard, and Kathy Tam – to the WISE executive board. Their expertise and values support WISE’s mission to empower women through financial literacy, investing, and education.
Kristine (Krissy) Collins, Dean of the Division of Continuing Education at UC Irvine, joins the WISE Advisory Board. Collins brings a learner-centered, solutions-focused approach, advancing workforce development and innovative partnerships across Orange County and California. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education, edtech, and cross-sector collaboration, she is a recognized leader in non-traditional education and credential innovation.
Jessica Deller-Hubbard, Executive Director of Breakthrough San Juan Capistrano, joins the WISE Board of Directors. She leads a college-access organization supporting first-generation students from middle school through college completion and into careers. With more than 20 years of experience advancing educational access, youth development, and organizational growth, Deller-Hubbard is known for her strategic vision, fundraising, and program impact.
Ashley Fairon, Director of SVB’s Technology Banking practice in Orange County, brings financial expertise and regional connections to the Board of Directors. She partners with technology leaders to deliver tailored lending and commercial banking solutions while connecting partners. Since joining SVB in 2016, her career has spanned roles in Los Angeles and London, following earlier experience in MUFG’s debt capital markets group.
Kathy Tam, Corporate Client Engagement and Marketing Liaison at the UC Irvine Division of Continuing Education, joins the Board of Directors. With more than three decades of experience in marketing, brand development, communications, and public relations, Tam connects the University and business community through impactful events and lifelong learning experiences. She has played a key role in supporting WISE’s signature event, Tearing Down the Pink Wall, and has led award-winning campaigns for globally recognized brands with a focus on purpose and people.
Together, Collins, Deller-Hubbard, Fairon, and Tam strengthen WISE’s leadership with a shared commitment to empowering women and providing financial education to Orange County and beyond. WISE is honored to have these powerful women join their board and excited to see the continued impact they will make in the community.
WISE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the financial literacy and investment confidence of women of all ages and backgrounds. Through events, mentorship, and education, WISE empowers women to take charge of their financial futures.
Learn more at www.wiseinvestors.org
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