Emily joined Midtown Association in 2013 as Executive Director. Prior, she served as the served as the CEO of Downtown Stockton Alliance, Development Department Head at El Cajon Community Development Corporation,  and owner/chef at Community Tap and Table.  Emily holds a Masters of Leadership within Public Policy from the University of Southern California, Certificates in Fundraising Management and Hospitality Law, and a Bachelors of Hospitality and Tourism from San Diego State University.