Our Staff

Patrick is the CEO of the Library Foundation SD, supporting the San Diego Public Library system through advocacy, philanthropy, and outreach. He is the former Executive Director of regional literacy/​literary arts organization Words Alive, the former CEO of the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, DC, and the prior Managing Director at the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture. Patrick serves on the boards of ARTS: A Reason to Survive, San Diego Writers, INK, the United Way of San Diego County, and Horton Plaza Theatres Foundation. He holds a BA in Philosophy of Aesthetics & Literature and is a graduate of the Executive Non-Profit Management Program at Georgetown University’s School of Public Policy. Patrick is a prolific partner with the region’s philanthropic, cultural, and non-profit communities and an outspoken advocate for the importance of arts, culture, and the humanities. Email contact.

Jerry Tomaszewicz has more than eighteen years of diverse experience providing administrative and programmatic support to leadership and teams in higher education and non-profit settings. Jerry was the Executive Assistant and Field Organizer at the San Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council, the Government & Community Relations Specialist and the Correspondence/​Records Assistant to the President of San Diego State University, and the Special Projects Assistant to the President of Hampshire College. Most recently, Jerry was the first ever full-time Volunteer Coordinator for the San Diego LGBT Community Center, responsible for onboarding, training, and supervision of The Center’s 800+ volunteers, while also serving as the Volunteer Manager for AIDS Walk & Run San Diego from 2012 – 2015, recruiting and managing more than 3,500 special event volunteers.

Born and raised in Connecticut and Rhode Island, Jerry earned a BA in Political Science from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst before relocating to San Diego in 2006. He’s passionate about social justice, equity, and civic engagement, and believes well-funded libraries hold the keys to building stronger, safer, and healthier communities. Email contact.

Charlie has worked successfully in not-for-profit marketing for 30 years and since May of 2007 with the San Diego Public Library Foundation. Prior, Charlie headed marketing and public relations for the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, helping them exceed income and ticket sales goals despite a major hurricane. He directed public outreach on air pollution issues for a government regulatory agency in the San Joaquin Valley. He is the past Director of Communications for the San Diego-based international health care organization Project Concern International and for Baltimore’s Chamber of Commerce and economic development corporation. He is a Summa Cum Laude graduate in journalism from the University of Maryland and holds Masters degrees in Journalism (Public Relations specialty) and Business Administration. Email contact.

Jenna Anderson is a nonprofit professional with over ten years of experience in fundraising, data management, event management, advocacy, and digital marketing. She has been an integral team member of several notable San Diego nonprofits, including The USS Midway Museum, Solutions for Change, and Feeding San Diego. 

Born and raised in San Diego, Jenna earned a BA in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Certification in Fundraising and Development from UCSD Extension. She is also a graduate of the LEAD Impact Class of 2023 and the LEAD Advance Class of 2021. Jenna also enjoys serving her community as an active OB Friends of the Library member. Email contact.

Natalie has an extensive professional background in philanthropy, including at Scripps Health and San Diego Hospice prior to joining the San Diego Public Library Foundation in 2014 where she serves as the Chief Philanthropy and Engagement Officer. She earned a B.A. from the University of California, Irvine and a J.D. from the University of Southern California, and she is an inactive member of the California Bar Association. Natalie is a graduate of LEAD/​Impact, LEAD/​Advance, and The Fieldstone Leadership Network of San Diego. She is a Trustee of the San Diego Law Library Foundation and has been involved with the Estate Planning Council of San Diego and the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning. Email contact.

Kymberly is a dedicated development professional with a proven ability to effectively build relationships, generate revenue, and drive growth. She enjoys listening to donors, learning about their goals, and creating philanthropic solutions. With her background directing development programs and serving on board committees, she has helped increase the impact of charitable giving in San Diego. Kymberly holds an MBA from the University of San Diego. Email contact.

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Laura Camarillo is currently pursuing a Master of Library and Information Science degree with San Jose State University to bolster her over ten years of experience driving organizational growth and excellence in the financial services industry. Most recently, Laura was the Board Secretary for the Friends of the University Heights Library and now enjoys being a Friend of both the University Heights and North Park libraries. Born in California and raised in Ohio, Laura earned a BA in Visual Arts from Otterbein University and relocated to San Diego in 2013. With her experience and ongoing education, Laura is committed to promoting community resilience and equitable access to opportunities through the transformative power of libraries.  Email contact.

Jeff Rowland is a CPA and a graduate of the Masters of Science in Taxation program at Walsh College in Troy, Michigan. Jeff started his nonprofit career with Beyond Basics, a one-on-one reading tutoring organization working in the Detroit Public Schools. Jeff worked as the Controller for more than five years, helping grow the organization and developing financial processes, organizational procedures, and programming. He increased revenue through more structured contracts as well as networking and soliciting corporate sponsorships. He has spent a great deal of his life dedicated to meaningful social impact on communities. He currently serves as Treasurer, Finance Committee Chair, & Board member for the San Diego Hunger Coalition. Email contact.

Chauntell has broad accounting experience in the not-for-profit and government arenas and has worked closely with accounting auditors, CPA’s and financial attorneys. In 1999, she and her husband established a non-profit named Lighthouse Church International (LCI) in Tucson, AZ. Wishing to further impact the community, they established a childcare center that provides healthy living options and feeds and clothes the community the church serves. For seven years, Chauntell was an accountant at the Pima County Juvenile Detention Center where she supported state-funded programs to help the rehabilitation of offenders on probation. Chauntell holds an MBA with a specialization in Financial Management from National University. She is a member of the (AFWA) Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance and (NABA) National Association of Black Accounts, Inc. Chauntell says nonprofits and educating and mentoring youth are passions of hers. She is interested in serving the community with ​“passion, grace, and excellence.” Chauntell is a San Diego native and earned her BS degree in Accounting/​Finance at the University of Phoenix. Email contact.

Scott Ehrig-Burgess has been with the Library Foundation and Library Shop since the opening of the Central Library and has been instrumental in making the Library Shop a top San Diego shopping destination. He served as Shop Manager and prior to that was Library Shop Operations Manager. He has experience as an independent bookseller at Warwick’s in La Jolla, Esmeralda Books in Del Mar and several used bookstores. He holds a degree in Creative Writing from the University of Arizona. Email contact.

Sarah joined The Library Shop’s team as the book buyer in January of 2025. She holds a graduate degree in book publishing from Portland State University. Prior to moving to San Diego, Sarah worked as a bookseller at Powell’s City of Books, the largest new and used independent bookstore in the world. Email contact.

Born and raised in San Diego, Miguel is the uncontested first finisher of the San Diego Book Crawl ²⁰¹⁹⁄₂₀₂₂ and a book crawl champion (2019-present). A member of three book clubs (Eric’s Very Gay Book Club, Reading RainBros, and NHU), he is an avid reader of LGBTQIA+ authors, literary nonfiction, classics, comic books, realistic fiction, fantasy, and SciFi. Since he started tracking his reading in 2017, he has read over 400 titles (add 50 for every year after 2024). He holds bachelor degrees in Writing and Philosophy & Theology from Point Loma Nazarene University. Come say hi and get great book recommendations on Saturdays!

Faye is a bibliophile and lover of all things literature and libraries! She is currently a high school librarian and Lead Librarian for a local school district. She loves to support the Foundation in any way possible, especially through working in The Library Shop and at author and other local, public facing events.

Jessica is a devoted mom who, along with her husband, took a leap of adventure — packing up their home in Charlotte, NC, to RV across the country before settling in sunny San Diego. A lifelong book lover, she cherished her years as a stay-at-home mom, soaking in every big moment with her kids. Ready for her own new chapter, she happily joined the Library Foundation, where she brings her infectious energy and warm spirit to every visitor. She believes in spreading joy and making the library a place where everyone leaves with a smile — sometimes with a great book in hand, too!

Jaime joined the support team for the Library Foundation in 2014 assisting with community events, Library Shop operations, and as a vendor selling her handmade jewelry. She works full-time in Education, and has a degree in Cultural Studies from UCSD. She’s an avid reader, and lifelong learner who believes in the power of libraries to transform communities.