Dominic Molinari | President

Dominic Molinari | President

Member Since: 2010

Project team: Fiji

Background: MS in Civil & Environmental Engineering: Energy, Civil Infrastructure, and Climate Program, UC Berkeley.  Mechanical PE and LEED Accredited Professional working in energy efficiency and solar consulting

"After founding the UC Berkeley student chapter of EWB and travelling to Peru, I’m excited to work with student chapters to support partnerships and opportunities to further enhance EWB’s impact at home and abroad!"

Imaan Taghavi | Vice President

Imaan Taghavi | Vice President

Member Since: 2012

Project Team: Nicaragua

Background: Plumbing Engineer at Arup. BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UC Davis. MS in Environmental Engineering from UNC Chapel Hill.

"Since joining as an undergraduate at UC Davis, I’ve contributed my expertise in water treatment and distribution toward helping rural communities in Peru and Guatemala. Now I support EWB-SFP’s IT/Website related needs and the Nicaragua - El Limon Project Team.

Jim Quinn | CECorps Coordinator

Jim Quinn | CECorps Coordinator

Member Since: 2016

Project team: Fiji

Background: Civil/Environmental Engineer, California P.E. 

"I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, running, and cycling in my spare time.  It has been a joy working with the EWB Fiji team for the past couple of years. Highlights are the people, both on the team and in Fiji."

Larry Fan | Treasurer

Larry Fan | Treasurer

Member since: 2011

Background: B.S. in Economics from University of Pennsylvania; former EWB president of UPenn student chapter (‘13-’15) and treasurer of Los Angeles professional chapter (‘17). Traveled to Cameroon and Tanzania through EWB.

"I spend my free time enjoying the outdoors, traveling, experiencing new cultures, and finding delicious food.  Passionate about international development, impact investing, and corporate philanthropy."

Sarah Hartman | Events Coordinator

Sarah Hartman | Events Coordinator

Member Since: 2020 (EWB-SF), 2013 (University of Delaware)

Project Team: Ethiopia

Background: BE in Environmental Engineering; former EWB President and Project Manager of UDelaware student chapter; Fulbright Research Scholar in Philippines; in process of PhD in Environmental Science and Policy.

EWB has given me an appreciation of our potential to improve the lives of people all over the world

Ingrid Verastegui | Marketing Coordinator

Ingrid Verastegui | Marketing Coordinator

Member Since: 2019

Project team: Ethiopia

Background: M.S.E & B.S.E in Civil Engineering from University of the Pacific. Staff Engineer at ENGEO.

"I joined EWB because I had an interest in participating since college. EWB is much more than completing very cool projects abroad. I believe our projects ultimately create a positive impact in the lives of the community members by giving them a sense of pride and value in themselves. I enjoy working with like minded people that share my same passion to help others. I believe I found those people at EWB!"

Matt Bamm | Fundraising Coordinator

Matt Bamm | Fundraising Coordinator

Member Since: 2011

Project team: Previously involved in Kenya team from 2011-2013

Background: B.S. in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University. LEED accredited professional. Water resources engineer for Arup, San Francisco with 3-years design experience in Hong Kong.

"Enjoy hiking, lifting weights and playing four-hands piano with my pal Dan Sullivan!"

Kavya Kudupudi | Secretary

Kavya Kudupudi | Secretary

Member since: 2020

Background: Caltrans Department of Environmental Engineering- Air Quality and Noise Pollution, B.S. in Civil Engineering at California State University, Sacramento.

“I've always been passionate about community service and EWB beautifully merges engineering and service. I love the variety of challenges it brings and how each situation is unique. I'm excited to see the results of having made a difference that impacts communities in their everyday life. The reason I joined EWB is to be part of an organization where the goal is to come together, use our engineering and non-engineering knowledge with individuals who also deeply care about the well-being of others.”

Adriana M Penuela Useche | Ethiopia

Adriana M Penuela Useche | Ethiopia

Member since: 2014

Background: BS Chemical Engineering from University of Florida; MBA Candidate UC Berkeley-Haas.

“I’m always looking for ways to use my engineering skills to strengthen the growth of communities around the world. EWB has been a fulfilling opportunity to go beyond and provide sustainability and equity to our communities.”

Nicolas Castrillon | Ethiopia

Nicolas Castrillon | Ethiopia

Member since: 2014

Background: BS Mechanical Engineering from University of Florida; PhD Candidate Mechanical Engineering UC Berkeley.

“I realized during an implementation trip that I love EWB because I got to see the project come full circle, but most importantly to have the opportunity to make personal connections with the locals over a home-cooked meal!”

Victor Silva | Santa Rosa De Comunal, Ecuador

Victor Silva | Santa Rosa De Comunal, Ecuador

Member Since: 2015

Background: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from University of Southern California, M.S. Mechanical Engineering - Energy Systems from Columbia University.

"Hot Box Engineer at Bloom Energy by day. Forever a student in the field of energy and sustainability. When I’m not at work, I’m usually planning trips, hiking, going to concerts, or playing soccer."

Elizabeth Dahlen | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Elizabeth Dahlen | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Member since: 2011

Background: Doctoral Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer.

“I provide outreach and mentorship to the many EWB student chapters in the Bay Area. I have a passion for education notably associated with sanitation. My love of nature extends to the ocean environment where I enjoy scuba diving, boogie boarding and stand-up paddling.”

Pat Coyle | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Pat Coyle | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Member since: 2005

Background: Registered Mechanical Professional Engineer. Retired from 32 year career as project engineer and program manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Past Co-President of the West Coast Region; served on West Coast and Domestic TAC; and as ARC Team Leader.  Co-Project Manager for Nicaragua Composting Toilets and El Llanito Water Supply Teams, International Community Programs (ICP) Reviewer (formerly  TAC reviewer).

“I have presented workshops at several EWB-USA Regional and International Conferences, in 2006 founded Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development (BOSSD).”

Bob Mathews | Fiji & Treasurer

Bob Mathews | Fiji & Treasurer

Member Since: 2019

Background: Retired Mechanical Engineer with over 35 years’ experience in Electric and Gas Utility Engineering and Operations Bob enjoys sailing, biking and working on his 125 year old house.

“In my spare time, I enjoy sailing, biking and working on my 125 year old house.”