Patsy Smith, Vice Chair
Patsy Smith is a seasoned executive with a successful career in the credit union industry, culminating in her role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Peoples Advantage Federal Credit Union. During her tenure, she spearheaded transformative cultural and strategic initiatives, propelling Peoples Advantage FCU to new heights. Under Patsy’s leadership, Peoples Advantage FCU earned designation as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), expanding its capacity to serve its low-income, credit challenged members with enhanced resources and support.

Patsy holds designation as a Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE), demonstrating her expertise in leveraging cooperative principles to enhance members’ financial well-being. She is a graduate of the Southeastern CUNA Management School, where she honed her leadership skills and gained valuable knowledge during the three-year program.

Patsy co-founded the Global Women’s Leadership, Virginia Sister Society, empowering women in credit union leadership roles through education and support. She served on the Virginia Credit Union League Board of Directors, where she acted as Treasurer and Secretary, advocating for the collective interests of state credit unions. Patsy was awarded the prestigious Eugene H. Farley Award of Excellence from the Virginia Credit Union League, recognizing exemplary leadership.

Kyle Engelken, Treasurer
Kyle is a driven financial professional with extensive experience in early stage business operations. After completing his BSBA with Accounting and Finance Concentrations at The University of Richmond, Kyle began his career in institutional portfolio management helping to manage investment capital at some of the world’s largest Endowments and Foundations. After receiving his MBA from The College of William and Mary, Kyle shifted his career to corporate finance where he served as Chief Financial Officer of Richmond-based financial technology firm, WealthForge for nine years. He is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer of UZURV – a Richmond, Virginia based transportation technology company. Kyle and his family live in the northside of Richmond. When he’s not chasing after his three boys, you can usually catch him doing something outside like playing golf, hiking, or gardening.

Brionna Nomi, Secretary
Brionna is an organizer and strategist with nearly two decades experience advocating around education issues. She is currently the Director of Organizing and Campaign Strategy for the Partnership for Equity and Education Rights, a state and territory-led network working to advance education equity and public school funding across the country. Brionna’s career began in Richmond Public Schools where she taught Fourth Grade and Kindergarten and served as a K-5 Reading Specialist. After leaving the classroom, Brionna received her PhD from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Education in the Curriculum, Culture and Change program. She then joined Legal Aid Justice Center as a Senior Organizer where she formed and led Fund Our Schools, the state’s largest education coalition advocating for fill and fair funding of Virginia’s public schools. She has also worked as a labor organizer for United Campus Workers of Virginia, co-founded and served as Chair of Richmond For All, and continues to stay involved in municipal, electoral work. Brionna and her husband, Michael, have a Fourth Grader, Maverick, at RWS. 

Justin Brumley, Trustee
Justin is the nurse manager of the CVICU at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center. He holds a Masters in Business Administration and Bachelor’s in nursing from Ohio University in Appalachian Ohio, and has been working in nursing leadership for over a decade. Justin grew up in rural southern Ohio and was drawn to music and mechanics at a young age, often citing that building things, being outside, and playing drums was a mainstay of his youth. He values the hands-on, experiential, and arts integrated education Waldorf provides due to his own early educational experiences.

Justin is dad to a 2nd grader at RWS and loves being outside with family — biking, camping, and canoeing/rafting are favored activities. As a people leader in healthcare, he has honed skills in relationship development, emotional intelligence, and change management. Justin looks forward to bringing his service to the Board of Trustees and supporting the RWS community.

Carlos Salazar, Trustee
Carlos Salazar is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, and former public accountant with a career built on strategic finance, high-stakes negotiation, and community-focused solutions. After earning his Bachelor’s from the University of Maryland and a second degree from Montgomery College, he began his career at HBP as a public accountant. Those early years developed the discipline and financial expertise that would serve as the foundation for his transition into real estate investments and development. For the past six years, Carlos has owned and operated multiple companies, leading a team of 12 employees and overseeing acquisitions, finance, and operations. Known for his fast-paced, hands-on leadership style, he often works directly with lenders, local officials, and complex situations to create the best possible outcomes for families. His work has helped people keep their homes, access critical medical funds, and find stability during challenging times.

Carlos has been part of the school community for six years and serves on the HANDS Committee. His daughters, Olivia (4th grade) and Alessandra (2nd grade), have grown up within the school’s supportive environment, making his service on the board both personal and purposeful. He views this role as a way to share his skills in finance, strategy, and operations with a school that believes in its students as deeply as he does.

Outside of work, Carlos enjoys visiting museums and playing golf — opportunities to connect with his daughters without distraction, creating meaningful memories that last well beyond the moment.