Anne has over 20 years of experience championing arts education, engaging with teachers, parents, and students to promote Ruth Asawa’s philosophy that “art is for everyone.” Trained as an engagement docent at the Asian Art Museum, she also serves as President and Friendraiser for the Friends of Ruth Asawa School of the Arts Foundation in San Francisco.

Her lifelong dedication to arts advocacy is inspired by Bill Graham, whose benefit concerts in the late ’60s kept arts in schools amid funding cuts. Anne continues to uphold the vision of Asawa and Graham, ensuring that arts education remains a vital part of everyday life. A San Francisco native, she is married to a middle school teacher, has two daughters, and delights in her grandson, Elvis Jett Yanow Rodriguez—her hope for the future.