Gayle Yamada is a highly educated professional with a background in Social Welfare and Psychology.

She holds a Masters in Social Welfare from the University of California, Los Angeles, a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine, and has studied at International Christian University, Tokyo.

Gayle has held various key positions in renowned organizations, showcasing her expertise in development, external relations, and fundraising.

She currently serves as the VP of Development at the National ACE (Asian/Pacific Islanders American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship).

Prior to her current role, she held the position of VP, Development & External Relations at the Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF).

Gayle also has experience as the Director of Development at the Little Tokyo Service Center and the American Cancer Society.

Her professional journey includes roles such as Special Events Specialist at the American Red Cross and Assistant Director at the Research Center on the Psychobiology of Ethnicity.