Our Team

Lorraine Ashton PhD is a Psychologist in private practice in Sonoma. Lorraine is a retired Professor of Psychology at JFK University where she was an Associate Professor in the Masters program and served as Assistant Director of the Doctoral program. In her professor role, Lorraine was Director of Clinical Training for both masters and doctoral students overseeing clinical supervision of a school based counseling program and a community family therapy center.  After relocating to Sonoma 20 years ago, Lorraine became a founding member of Impact 100 Sonoma serving a 3-year term on the Board of Directors as Community Grants Chair.  Lorraine has worked with many nonprofits in Sonoma Valley including: Seeds of Learning who built schools in El Salvador & Nicaragua, Sonoma Overnight Support homeless program, Willmar Center for grieving children & families, Sustainable Sonoma and Teen Services Sonoma where she was Board President. Lorraine was the facilitator of the Council of Board Presidents of Nonprofits in Sonoma Valley.

In her personal life, Lorraine enjoys time with her two daughters, daughter-in-law & two grandsons; practices Buddhism; and loves her life of international travel with many friends.

Matt Brewer was born and raised in Sonoma County, and graduated from Sonoma State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting. Matt is a certified public accountant and works for Pisenti & Brinker where he is a manager in taxation and assurance services. Matt provides corporate, partnership and individual tax planning and compliance services and oversees audit, review and compilation engagements. Matt married the love of his life, Chloe, in 2010. When he is not working and volunteering, he keeps busy raising his three children.

Shawn Crozat started his career at G&C Auto Body in 1996, sweeping floors and washing cars. He worked his way up in the family business, serving 10 years as Chief Operations Officer before becoming Chief Executive Officer in 2016. Giving back has been a company and personal focus since the beginning. Helping others and the community is a strong core value at G&C Auto Body. In addition to serving on SAY’s board, Shawn serves on the board for the Crozat Family Foundation and leads vehicle acquisition which has resulted in donating over 150 vehicles to Sonoma County families.  He lives in Santa Rosa with his fiancé and three young children. When he’s not at work he enjoys time with his family, good food, good beer, watching football and working out.

Heather Nelson-Tapia is the Business Development Manager for Encore Events Rentals, with over 20 years of sales and management experience in the hospitality and events industry. A dedicated volunteer, Heather has served on committees for the Sutter Health Catwalk for a Cure Event, Redwood Empire Food Bank, American Heart Association’s Go Red Event, and Lytton Springs 4H.  She is a member of the Santa Rosa Metro Chamber’s Leadership Santa Rosa Program, Class 36,  and a facilitator in the Be Better Platform, a networking and professional development group. She served 8 years on the ILEA Napa Sonoma Board, including 2 years as the President.

Heather is a mother of three, a lover of good food and wine, and an 80s enthusiast. She can often be found supporting local restaurants and wineries while connecting with colleagues, friends, and family.

Ted Patchet is a Partner, Senior Client Manager at Mercer, a global professional services firm redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. He has expertise in strategic business planning and has led clients through a wide variety of projects across the HR landscape over the past 24 years. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Nevada, Reno and a Master of Arts in Sports and Fitness Management from the University of San Francisco.

Ted lives in Petaluma with his wife Patience and their two teenage sons, Gavin and Colin. He is the Secretary for the Northern California Chapter of US Lacrosse. Other organizations that Ted has served previously include Petaluma Youth Lacrosse, the Marin Cricket Club, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts-Rhode Island and Boys Scout of America. In his down time, Ted enjoys playing golf, walking the four family dogs and relaxing with his family.

Tina Wallis practices land use and environmental law, with the Law Offices of Tina Wallis, Inc.  The firm advises private and public clients on all aspects of land use, such as general plan updates, zoning code updates, compliance with California’s Environmental Quality Act, land use entitlements for residential and commercial projects, conservation easements, and many other natural resource issues.

Outside of her work, Ms. Wallis can be found swimming, cycling, or walking her very bossy dog.