She traveled to Hawaii for the first time in her life, to begin her job in July 2017, and has loved every minute since. Teresa graduated with a double major in government and social work from New Mexico State University, then obtained her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center. She is licensed to practice law in California and Colorado, and has enjoyed working in both states, as well as, Washington, D.C., in positions at all levels of the government and in private practice. Teresa’s passion is competitive ballroom dancing, followed closely by travel, cross-fitness, yoga, hiking and volunteering. She recently began volunteer work as a Wish Granter for Make A Wish, and is grateful to be a part of such an incredible organization. Teresa is very excited to be a part of OWL and looks forward to growing with the organization and the Honolulu community.