Romala has worked in the non-profit sector for almost 20 years.  Prior to working with Dignity Health, Mercy & Memorial Hospitals, she was the Director of Family and Community Services at one of the largest nonprofits in Kern County where she managed programs such as the Energy program, 211 Information and Referral, Youth centers, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, and Migrant Child Care Assistance Program.  She was also part of the senior leadership team at this organization.  At Dignity Health she is responsible for programs that focus on health education and preventative screenings for at-risk populations and providing in-home, non-medical assistance for seniors and disabled adults.  She has a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Business Administration.