Brenda Barrera
Vice President, Operations & In-House Counsel
Brenda is an accomplished attorney with over 25 years of experience in business and corporate law. Prior to joining the agency, she ran her own law practice providing legal counsel to clients across industries including food and beverage, retail, family business and healthcare. Brenda oversees contracts, corporate compliance, and legal strategy, while also leading operational initiatives to drive efficiency. A thoughtful advisor, Brenda values listening and practical problem-solving. She holds a B.A. from UC Berkeley and her Juris Doctor degree from California Western School of Law. Outside of work, she is active in philanthropy and serves on the board of the National Charity League and is also a Court Appointed Special Advocate for foster youth.