Our Leadership
Our leaders are at the forefront of the YMCA of Silicon Valley delivering on its mission. They foster an environment of inclusiveness within our organization and throughout the community through our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Here are the men and women who are leading the Central YMCA into the future:
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Barbara Cardenas
Executive Director
Born to a Navy family, Barbara moved from coast to coast during her formative years. As college approached, the only thing she wanted to be was a Tarheel - thankfully, the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill accepted her. Barbara moved to the Bay Area in 1981. Her work with the YMCA began as a volunteer at the San Francisco Central YMCA in 1982. Since then, Barbara has worked in a variety of positions including Executive Director of the Southwest YMCA. She has been the Executive Director of the Central YMCA since 2001.
Barbara is married to an incredible human being and is blessed to have two children who make her laugh often. |
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Tina Bernal
Associate Executive Director
Tina has been with the YMCA since 1995 and is currently leading the Central YMCA as the Associate Executive Director. With over 15 years' experience in child care, after school, camp, teen, and sports programs, she now joins the health and wellness team at the Central YMCA to offer the members a quality experience as they journey through their fitness goals. Tina holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Development and a Master of Business Administration degree, both from San Jose State University. She is able to conduct business in Spanish. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two beautiful girls, loves reading, and talking long hikes with her family. |
