Cheryl brings extensive Soroptimist leadership experience to the presidency. She joined Soroptimist International of San Francisco in 2009 and has served the club in numerous leadership positions, including two previous one-year terms as president, vice president, secretary, and two separate two-year terms as a board director.

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Her service has also extended beyond the local club level. Addleman served as District 1 Director on the Sierra Pacific Region Board from 2018 to 2020 and as Sierra Pacific Region Board Secretary from 2022 to 2024. She currently serves as Co-Chair of the Sierra Pacific Region Conference for the 2025–2026 term.

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Before her recent retirement, Addleman worked for many years as an Employee Relations Partner, specializing in workplace investigations. Her professional background, regional leadership experience, and longstanding dedication to Soroptimist make her well positioned to guide SISF into its next chapter of service and community impact.

I am a Physician Scientist and successful Pharma Executive. I am a supporter and long time advocate for women and girls. Have been a Soroptimist for more than 20 years and a member of the San Francisco club for 10+. I am a public speaker on innovation and women's issues as well as a mentor. 

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Kari Gray has worked as a social impact program manager and event organizer for more than 30 years with digital equity and Internet access, social entrepreneurs, career development programs, and public education volunteer organizations.

A San Francisco resident, Kari is an active public school advocate and has served the California State PTA Board of Managers as a Legislative Advocate and as a Family Engagement and Education Commission member. 

An arts advocate, Kari has also served as a Board member for Youth Art Exchange, Intersection for the Arts, and Independent Arts & Media. She currently serves on the San Francisco District PTA, the SF Tech Council, the Bay Area Digital Inclusion Coalition, the National Digital Inclusion Alliance, and the CA State Digital Equity Planning Working Group.

Sherry Alexander is proud to join the Board of Directors of Soroptimist, bringing with her a deep
commitment to financial empowerment, community development, and youth mentorship. She currently serves as a Financial Manager at a credit union located in an underserved community, where she focuses on increasing financial literacy, expanding access to banking services, and helping individuals and families build stronger financial futures.

With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, Sherry is passionate about creating pathways to economic stability—especially for women and girls. Her professional expertise, coupled with a strong dedication to equity and inclusion, aligns with Soroptimist’s mission to uplift and empower future leaders.

As a Board Director, Sherry looks forward to contributing her skills in financial education, strategic planning, and community engagement to further expand the organization’s impact and ensure that every woman and girl has the tools and confidence to thrive.

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