As a former collegiate student-athlete, Preston has always thrived in a team environment. He was an athlete for 15 years and learned numerous lessons about resilience, passion, and camaraderie. Originally from Sacramento, CA, preston has a strong desire to uplift youth from marginalized communities and create a positive impact in the world through social justice work. After earning a B.A. in Sociology and a Master of Business Administration from Willamette University, he knew he wanted to use his new skills to give back to the community he calls home. He attributes most of his success to the great support system of teachers, coaches, and family he had. Before coming to Child Advocates, Preston worked as an on-campus mentor and a retail manager. Preston’s goal is to create a more proactive future for his community and the generations to come.
In his free time, Preston enjoys staying active, playing guitar, and hanging out with close friends and family. He recently discovered a new passion for traveling after visiting places like Spain and Italy.