Leadership Team
About Us
Sarah Joy Staude
President
Sarah Joy is a dynamic professional with 20 years of experience in the fields of student exchange and travel. She is an international travel consultant and the owner of Boyero Tours in Costa Rica, specializing in ecological and rural tourism. She is passionate about project management for the PWNCR and loves to support other women in their professional endeavors.
Muni Figueres Facio
Vice President
Rommy Herrera
Director of Membership
Ana Lucia Guerrero
Director of Communications
Gabriela Gutiérrez
Director of Events
For over 20 years, Gabriela has facilitated educational travel for U.S. university student groups in Costa Rica, offering diverse programs to cater to various academic interests. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, she holds dual citizenship (Costa Rican and U.S.). Her mission is to promote Costa Rica and open international students’ minds to the global world, emphasizing conservation, sustainable business opportunities, green practices, and a healthier lifestyle.
Annia Chaves Alfaro
Chief Information Officer
Annia is a dynamic professional with 15+ years of experience leading and motivating teams of 70+ people, driving operational excellence in diverse environments, including consumer support, financial, and risk management. Her expertise lies in innovation planning and project implementation, using various market methodologies. Adapting rapidly to change, she excels in fast-paced environments with strict compliance regulations. Annia has a proven track record of successfully handling crisis situations and transitions while ensuring top-quality work, customer and client satisfaction, and exceeding key regional goals.
Jacqui Monacell
Door Prize Manager
Jacqui is a fresh addition to the team, brimming with enthusiasm and excitement to dive into her role and contribute wholeheartedly. She is eager to get involved, actively seeking ways to support the LT (Leadership Team) in reaching its goals and objectives. Being a proactive and collaborative individual, Jacqui is determined to make a positive impact and assist fellow team members in their growth and development within the organization.
Phylliss Crist
Founding Member and Advisor to the Leadership Team
Phyllis is a Founding Member and key Advisor to the Leadership Team. Her extensive experience and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in shaping the organization’s foundation and strategic direction. With her invaluable guidance, she fosters a collaborative environment where innovative ideas thrive, empowering team members to achieve their goals and realize the organization’s vision.
Helen Griffin
Advisor to the Leadership Team
Helen is enjoying her retirement while successfully managing Airbnb apartments in San Pedro. Her passion for hospitality shines through as she provides exceptional experiences to her guests, earning praise and loyalty from visitors around the world.
Helen serves as a trusted Advisor to the PWNCR LT. Drawing from her wealth of experience, she offers valuable insights and guidance, making her a pivotal force in shaping its success and empowering the women it serves.
Juletta Broomfield
Advisor to the Leadership Team
Juletta Broomfield is known for her impressive track record in rapid turnaround and growth strategies. As an Advisor to C-level clients and senior leadership teams, she inspires innovation and guides businesses with a compelling vision, teamwork, and robust financial plans, delivering superior value and driving their success.
The PWNCR is searching for passionate women to take on an active role in the network. Like any organization, there are many tasks to complete each month just to keep the network up and running. Additionally, we welcome professionals from all disciplines to contribute their expertise and skills in any way which helps improve or grow the network.
A few of the tasks/positions where we are currently seeking new leaders include:
- Videographer/Photographer with experience streaming on YouTube
- Blogger
- Social Media Manager
- Light & Sound Technician