Julianne Chai is a dynamic leader with a diverse background in project management and a deep commitment to volunteering, especially in animal welfare. She is currently the Director of Project Management for Consumer Brands division at Amyris, where she focuses on new product introductions and process improvements.

Julianne has been actively involved with Oakland Animal Services since 2017, serving in various roles including dog volunteer, puppy socializer, and volunteer mentor. She also helps manage the social media for OAS, sharing her love for dogs and helping them find loving homes.

Her personal story is equally compelling. Julianne immigrated to the U.S. from Korea at the age of ten and has since become a passionate advocate for both animal and community welfare. She and her partner Dan live in Oakland with their rescue dogs, including a special fospice dog, Samson, who defied odds and thrived despite his initial cancer prognosis.