Our Leadership
Executive Director
Robert Hughes, originally from Cleveland, Ohio came as a teenager to San Mateo, California where he still resides. Robert graduated from San Francisco State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science/Education and received a Master’s degree in Public Health and Hospital Administration from Yale University.
After an extensive career in healthcare administration, Robert segued into the non-profit arena six years ago. Three years as Executive Vice-President of the Family Service Agency of San Mateo County solidified his desire and commitment to work with children and families. Robert comes to the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA having most recently served as the Associate Executive Director at the Palo Alto Family YMCA and prior to that, as the Executive Director of Youth Tennis Advantage, a non-profit committed to using sports-in combination with academic tutoring and life skills training-as a vehicle to inspire inner city kids in San Francisco and Oakland to excel in all areas of life.
Robert is excited to have the opportunity at the YMCA to continue service to children and families in such a meaningful way. In his free time, Robert enjoys spending time with his wife Sharon and son Devon.
Facility Director
Dave graduated from BYU with a degree in Botany and Zoology and in his younger days worked on a large sheep ranch. Dave's work experience includes working in the Silicon Valley as an electrician, plumber and service technician. Having served for many years as the Facility Manager at the Palo Alto Family YMCA, he most recently transferred to the new East Palo Alto Family YMCA as their Facility Director. When not working at the Y, Dave enjoys Tai Chi, hiking and hanging-out with friends and family.
Director of Administration
In 2000, Barbara graduated from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Arts double major in Behavioral Science and Psychology and an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology. She has more than 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector providing direct and professional services throughout the Bay Area including work history with Seneca Center, Child Quest International, Emergency Housing Consortium (AKA EHC Life Builders), and the Victim Witness Assistance Center. Barbara joined the YMCA of Silicon Valley’s Association Office as the Executive Administrative Assistant in March of 2005. In January 2007, she assisted with the Grand Opening of the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA and has since remained at this branch as the Director of Administration.
Program Director
Laura Martinez started with the Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA in December of 2006. She is currently the Program Director working with youth and teens. Laura has grown up in the city of East Palo Alto and is passionate about her community where she is very involved. She graduated from Whittier College with a B.A. in Sociology and minor in Spanish. During her free time she enjoys volunteering, coaching girl’s soccer and spending time with family and friends.
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