Board of Directors
Laura Watkins
Board Member
Laura is a recently retired healthcare executive, leading marketing, communications, enrollment and outreach for Santa Clara Family Health Plan, a not-for-profit safety net health plan for low-income residents of Santa Clara County, CA. Prior to her work in healthcare, Laura worked in tech product management and marketing. She has volunteered with Somos Amigos since 2010, and currently serves on Board committees for Development and for Organization Growth and Succession. She has previous experience volunteering with and leading public health programs in Central and South America, in addition to holding board positions with a local school and several local non-profits. She has a BA from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Stanford. Laura lives in San Diego, CA, and is married with three grown children. She is a devoted gardener, enthusiastic hiker and appreciates any opportunity to spend time with family.