COUNCILMEMBER

Councilmember Mai Vang is the daughter of Hmong refugees from Laos, a proud Sacramento native, and the eldest of 16 children. Before her election in November 2020 to represent Sacramento’s Eighth City Council District, Vang served as the Executive Director of the Buck Scholars Association, an organization that provides mentorship and scholarships to talented high school students who lack the resources and support to achieve their educational goals. She previously taught in the Department of Ethnic Studies at California State University, Sacramento and in the Department of Asian American Studies at the University of California, Davis. (Click here to read more)

DISTRICT OFFICE DIRECTOR

As the District Office Director, Jaime oversees office operations and is the lead staff on constituent cases in the office. Jaime serves as the Excutive Assistant for the Councilmember and manages the office administration needs, including incoming meetings, invitations, and sponsorship requests. Jaime is a board member of the Florin Road Partnership.

Jaime completed a double B.A. in General Management and Entrepreneurship at Sacramento State and has a background in community work, administration, and education. In his free time, Jaime enjoys playing sports, visiting new restaurants, cooking, and traveling.

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC INITIATVES & EVENTS

As the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Special Events, Samantha oversees the planning and execution of all District 8 community programs and events in addition to constituent services. Samantha is the lead staff for the Councilmember’s Food Justice Taskforce and the Heart & Hustle Scholarship program.

Samantha completed her B.A. in Biology and B.S. in Family and Consumer Science at Sacramento State and has a background in nonprofit development, community outreach, and administration. In her free time, Samantha enjoys reading, hiking, and Zumba.

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

As Communications Director, Alexxiss leads the strategic communication efforts for District 8, managing social media platforms, newsletters, media relations, and the dissemination of community resources. She ensures that vital information reaches residents effectively and consistently. Alexxiss also serves as the lead staff for the Councilmember’s 102 Acres Advisory Committee and the City's Racial Equity Committee.

Alexxiss earned her Bachelor of Arts in Film and Marketing from Sacramento State University, where she also played Division I softball. She recently completed her Master’s in Public Administration and County/City Management at the University of Southern California. With a strong background in community engagement, partnership building, and digital content creation.

In her free time, Alexxiss is a dedicated member and co-representative for Region 3 of the Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC).

CONSTITUENT AFFAIRS COORDINATOR

As the Constituent Affairs Coordinator, Susan manages correspondence between District 8 constituents and the Councilmember’s office. She facilitates problem resolution by addressing questions, assisting with community concerns, and connecting individuals to relevant city resources.

Susan holds a B.A. in Political Science with a Minor in Sociology from the University of California, Davis. She is deeply passionate about public service and her community, believing strongly in the power of active civic engagement to drive positive change. With a background in community engagement, voter outreach, and political advocacy, Susan is actively involved in local nonprofit spaces throughout Sacramento.

In her free time, she enjoys heated yoga classes, dining with loved ones, and taking long walks to reconnect with nature.