Dr. Sarah Rodman appointed New Executive Director of The L.A. Trust

The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sarah Rodman, PhD, MPH, as its new Executive Director, effective November 5, 2025.

Dr. Rodman brings over 15 years of leadership experience in public health, research, and education, with a strong focus on advancing health equity and systems change. Most recently, she served as Executive Director of the Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research at the University of La Verne, where she led campus-wide initiatives and oversaw a $20 million research portfolio.

“Sarah is a visionary leader who brings both strategic insight and a deep commitment to health equity,” said Julie Park, Board President of The L.A. Trust. “Her experience across research, education, and public health systems makes her uniquely suited to lead The L.A. Trust into its next chapter. We are thrilled to welcome her aboard.”

A lifelong Angeleno, Dr. Rodman has worked extensively with school systems, advocacy organizations, and public agencies to implement culturally responsive, community-centered health initiatives.

“It is an incredible honor to join The L.A. Trust at this moment,” said Dr. Rodman. “I am inspired by the organization’s legacy of student health leadership and energized by the opportunity to continue building systems that center equity, community, and care.”

Dr. Rodman succeeds Maryjane Puffer, who announced her retirement earlier this year after nearly 15 years of transformative leadership. A transition period will be supported by Ms. Puffer through the end of the current school year.

We look forward to the continued advancement of our mission under Dr. Rodman’s leadership.