Advisory Board

The Shoreview Community Foundation is led by a volunteer, hands-on 'working' Advisory Board of Shoreview Residents. If you have a passion for community service and would like to serve on the board, we would love to speak with you.

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  • Sunny moved to Shoreview when she was 8. She’s always enjoyed helping others and finds community volunteering as a great way to express that. She was once a student rep on the Shoreview Human Rights Commission. She also enjoys volunteering with community ambassador programs such as Rice Street Royalty and St. Paul Winter Carnival. Sunny graduated early with her Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, figure skating, learning sewing, and playing video games. 

  • John is a member of the Shoreview City Council and served for 6 years on the Shoreview Planning Commission. He represented Shoreview and 10 other cities as a member of the Metropolitan Council. John works as the Vice President for Operations and Equity at Trellis, a nonprofit that optimizes wellness for people as they age. He is married to his high school sweetheart and has 2 grown kids who graduated from Oak Hill Montessori and Mounds View High School. 

  • Jack is a freshman at St. Paul Academy. He has lived in Shoreview since he was born. He enjoys academics, including math, physics, and debate. Aside from academics, some of his hobbies are fencing, tennis, and playing the viola. He enjoys aiding the community because he believes the community is a welcoming and nurturing community from which everyone can learn and grow.

  • David moved to Shoreview in 2023 after getting married to his wife Haylee but grew up just a few minutes south in Roseville. David currently works at a law firm as a Pro Bono Specialist, where he supports pro bono work across the country and increases access to the justice system in our community. David received his undergraduate degree in Music and Theater at St. Olaf College and holds a Master of Public Policy degree from the University of Minnesota Humphrey School of Public Affairs. In his free time, David gardens, plays with his cats, and plays Dungeons and Dragons!

  • Elinor has lived in Shoreview for 43 years.  She graduated from the University of Denver with a BA in Political Science and received her Masters of International Management degree from St. Thomas University.  Her career consisted of helping medical start up companies pursue international distribution, both as an independent contractor and for various companies. She has served on the Board of Lakeshore Players Theatre, is Past President of the Arden Hills/Shoreview Rotary Club, serves on the Solid Ground Action Team of Incarnation Church, is a Country Officer of North Star Youth Exchange. Enjoys pickleball, travel, singing, genealogy, volunteering, and spending time with family.  She wouldn’t want to live anywhere but Shoreview. 

  • Sara Johnston is a committed community member with years of experience in youth program administration and international exchange. She has served in leadership roles within Rotary Youth Exchange, where she has helped coordinate impactful programs that promote global citizenship and student development. A Shoreview resident for the past 12 years, Sara is actively engaged in local civic life, recently became a member of the Arden Hills/Shoreview Rotary Club and is a participant in the Shoreview Leadership Academy. Known for her strong organizational skills, collaborative mindset, and dedication to service, she brings a thoughtful and energetic perspective to community leadership. In her free time, Sara enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and exploring the outdoors.

  • Preeti Mathur and her husband, Anoop, have lived in Shoreview since 1981. Both their children, Shruti and Sujan, attended District 621, Moundsview schools, where she was actively involved with the PTA and with Sujan’s Boy Scout Troop 609.

    Preeti holds master’s degrees in journalism from Osmania University (India) and the University of Minnesota. She recently retired as an independent consultant working on technical writing and instructional design projects for several corporations. Currently, she writes for the Shoreview Press and has published a book for the Minnesota Historical Society (From Seven Rivers to Ten Thousand Lakes: Minnesota’s Indian American Community).

    Preeti is a past Board Member of Minnesota Literacy and the India Association of Minnesota (IAM) and was the founding member of the School of India for Languages and Culture (SILC). She continues to volunteer in several activities that she is passionate about, and enjoys gardening, reading, crafting, and traveling.

  • Maria has been a resident of Shoreview, Minnesota since 1989, is the 1st of 3 generations in the Mounds View Public Schools system and has a strong connection to her community. She is a licensed real estate agent with Edina Realty, helping individuals and families find their ideal homes and navigate the complex housing market. In addition to her real estate career, Maria is an entrepreneur in healthcare administration consulting. Her innovative solutions and expertise are focused on improving the efficiency and quality of clinic operations. Her passion for real estate, dedication to community, and entrepreneurial spirit drive her to make a positive impact in the lives of those around her. Maria is always eager to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the betterment of our community. 

  • Charlie was born and raised in Shoreview, Minnesota. For as long as he can remember, he has always had an interest in public service and helping people out. He hopes to explore both of these aspects of himself through his position on the Shoreview Community Foundation. When he’s not serving on the SCF board or going to school, he enjoys bowling and talking with his friends. He looks forward to working on the SCF board as a student representative. 

  • Lee is a Vice President of Global Technology for Engineering Adhesives at H. B. Fuller.  She has over 25 years of work experience in adhesives industry as well as a PhD in Analytical Chemistry.  She moved to Shoreview in 2008.  From 2009 to 2013, she relocated to Shanghai China as the Regional Technology Director for Asia Pacific where she managed the start-up and growth of the R&D lab there.  She is currently on the board of the H. B. Fuller Foundation.

  • Chris has lived in Shoreview with his wife and two children for more than ten years. He earned an MBA from Carlson School of Management and an MFA in Scene Design from UNC School of the Arts. Chris serves as the Executive Director of White Bear Center for the Arts, and has previously led Ashland Productions and Jungle Theater in Minneapolis. In his free time, he enjoys reading, fitness, hiking and board games with his family.

  • Erik Westgard and his wife Barb have lived in Shoreview 28 years. Their son Ryan attended Mounds View High School. Erik retired from AT&T as a Principal Consultant after 30 years and has taught in the MBA Program at Metropolitan State University. He currently volunteers for the Ramsey County Sherriff’s Office’s CERT Program, Three Rivers Park District Park Patrol, Loppet Foundation as Technical Lead for the Loppet Cup 2024, Twin Cities in Motion as the Medical Communications Lead for the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, the Route Safety Team for the MS Society City Walk, City Ride, Ride access Minnesota and MS-150. His board experience includes the Shoreview YMCA (incoming Community Board Chair), Eagles 34, Bayport Marina, and the Metropolitan State University Alumni Board.  He has also been a member of the Shoreview Green Community.  “I am honored to serve the Shoreview Community Foundation.  I’d like to see us further increase our alignment with City leadership, business and nonprofit stakeholders on a range of high impact charitable and civic causes.”