Our board of directors
Michael Glasser
President and Founder
Tricia Anderson
Tricia is a director in Hood & Strong LLP’s Not-for-Profit Client Accounting Service Group. She brings over 25 years of experience in both private and public accounting with an emphasis on financial reporting, management, audit, tax and compliance. She is an achievement-oriented financial professional with excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills. Tricia works effectively and collaboratively with all organizational stakeholders to ensure that management, audit and compliance objectives are met. She is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and holds a B.S. in Finance from Sonoma State University and an MBA from Golden Gate University. She has been a licensed CPA in California since 1997 and has been working exclusively with Not-for-Profit organizations since 2013.
Rebecca Vineyard Glasser
Rebecca, a native of Washington state, has made Northern California her home for over thirty years. After graduating from UC Davis and an early career in environmental and clinical research, she spent many years as a classroom teacher and volunteer for Novato schools. She has held numerous volunteer positions in the community, with a focus on youth arts and athletics.
Rafael Velez
A San Francisco Bay Area native, Raf is an alumnus of Serra High School (San Mateo), holds a B.S. from Menlo College (Atherton), and the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® designation.
Before co-founding Summit Financial Advisors (San Mateo) in 1998 as an independent wealth management firm, his career in financial services has taken him to renowned institutions like Bateman Eichler Hill Richards (Los Angeles), Kidder Peabody (Palo Alto), American Express and Citicorp.
Raf was the Chair of the Board of Regents for the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Schools (Petaluma | 2016-2023) and our founding benefactor in 2024.
Gabrielle Velez
Gabby is an alumna of Petaluma High School. After retiring as a corporate officer of a local construction company, she began her philanthropic and volunteer endeavors with Girls Scouts of America and the Fabulous Women of Petaluma. She has held leadership roles within the Sonoma County nonprofit organizations at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Schools, Cinnabar Theater and Sonoma Family Meal.
They have four children and live in Petaluma, California.
Our ambassadors (contracted volunteers)
Cassie Taylor, YES College Prep Ambassador, Bay Area, CA
Cassie Taylor is an alumna of the University of Utah and Cal State East Bay, where she earned her degrees in English and Education. After years of teaching in under-resourced schools and mentoring students, she began her volunteer and advocacy work, focusing on academic advising for disadvantaged youth and student-athletes. Cassie has partnered with programs such as KT Prep Elite, NorCal Baseball, and West Coast Preps, helping over 250 students achieve college acceptance and academic growth.
She has held leadership and advisory roles within various educational and youth development organizations, driven by her passion for fostering confidence, work ethic, and community engagement in the students she serves. Cassie lives in the Bay Area with her two daughters.
Spencer Finkbohner, YES Baseball Ambassador, Petaluma, CA
After spending ten years in law enforcement, Spencer Finkbohner developed a deep sense of discipline, resilience, and commitment to serving others. These qualities carried over into his other passions, particularly coaching, which has been a cornerstone of his life since 2010.
His coaching journey began after an elbow injury in college shifted his trajectory from playing to mentoring. Over the years he has had the privilege of coaching multiple sports and helping athletes unlock their full potential. Spencer strives to connect with players on a deeper level, drawing inspiration from coaches who truly understand the art and science of hitting and building meaningful relationships with their teams.
Outside of his career, Spencer’s world revolves around his family. He and his wife Sarah have two wonderful daughters, Tessa (3) and Lainey (1), with a baby boy on the way. They also share their home with Augie, a lovable Goldendoodle. Cooking, chess, and sports are his outlets for creativity and competition, and he is always looking for new ways to combine personal and professional passions.
Currently, Spencer’s focus is on elevating the West Coast NTSI program to new heights (TEAM USA preliminarily try outs), leveraging his coaching experience and dedication to the game. Whether he is leading on the field or spending quality time with family, he is driven by the pursuit of excellence and the joy of making a positive impact on others.