Welcome to Your City: Los Angeles

Paola Ovando Peraza is a multidisciplinary designer with a background in the arts and architecture. Her work spans from exhibitions, poetry, photography/film, and architectural conceptual design. Her work has an emphasis on migration and displacement with a focus on its relationship within the built environment. She is a recent graduate from the Harvard Graduate School of Design, completing a Master of Architecture I in May 2025. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies from UCLA.

Recently moved back to LA. Graduated from pediatric dental residency at Boston Children’s Hospital/HSDM this past July.

Hi! My name is Elmo Tumbokon and I'm a new alum from the Harvard Graduate School of Design's urban planning program. I have strong interest in the urbanism / climate space, with an eye to make beautiful, dignified cities. Outside of work, I write poetry, edit for a couple magazines/publishing houses, and take too long of a walk.

With a newly minted ALM, enjoying the 2nd part of my life in the Getty Foundation, focused on philanthropy, creative writing and literature.

Newish to LA. Came to SoCal as the pandemic waned and so I missed this event in 2022 when I moved to LA. Owned a company in international development for over 15 years in the DMV. Consulting now to small businesses in emerging economies. Joint MBA/MA from Wharton and SAIS. International film devotee, World Cup lover. Looking to get others’ perspectives on what NOT to miss in LA. Besides I’m in the neighborhood!

https://about.me/anthonynguyen2009

I'm an actor, writer, pianist, producer, and co-founder of SoHo Shakespeare Company. I look forward to meeting you!

PhD Graduate from Organismic and Evolutionary Biology (May 2025)

Hello, I am a recent HES graduate working as an Opinion Columnist for the Hill and Contributer to We Are The Mighty. I live in Anaheim and am also a Marine veteran.

I just completed my ALM in May with a focus on literature and creative writing. In my first life I was a figure skater for Team USA. Now I'm focused on children's literature.

Architectural Designer/ Urban Designer/ Urban Planner

Recent GSD urban planning grad open to work opportunities in affordable housing, transit-oriented development, and mixed-use communities. I like to learn languages and be in nature, and I’m hoping to meet new professional connections based in SoCal.

Highly accomplished investment executive with 25+ years of leadership across global asset management, private banking, and family office advisory, overseeing multibillion-dollar institutional portfolios. Holds Caltech PhD in Physics, CFA, CAIA, and active FINRA licenses (SIE, 63, 65, 66), along with California Insurance License #4461553. Bilingual in English and Chinese Mandarin, with deep expertise in cross-border wealth planning, portfolio construction, and UHNW relationship management. Previously with PIMCO, Goldman Sachs, UBS, and McKinsey.

Hi! I graduated with my PhD in Applied Mathematics at SEAS in 2024. I am currently a postdoc at UCLA. This is my first time attending an alumni event in the region - Look forward to getting to know more people here!

Architectural Designer. Recently moved to LA right after gruduation. Originally from Boston.

Hi everyone, I have a crossed background in finance, nutrition and healthcare. I moved to California this past June and am currently in the process of building my own health and wellness company. Looking forward to meeting you all and especially anyone who also enjoys surfing, bachata/salsa dancing, or yoga!

ALM/Anthropology (Indigeneity, Environment). Authenticity + Post-Quantum Cybersecurity. Entrepreneurs for Social Impact at United World College. Indigenous, environmental and biodiversity initiatives.

I am a multidisciplinary designer, entrepreneur and a brand maker. Under the umbrella of StyleView Lab, we design tangible consumer products , build websites and applications for the benefit of the creative community. Our platform - to be launched in November 2025 - offers portfolio space on an encrypted private site, which serves the creative community and clients companies as members. The intent is to ignite a meaningful productive cooperation between a designer & client company for the benefit of the consumer.

Hi everyone, I’m Calvin. Right now, one of my biggest projects is writing a book, which has been both challenging and exciting. When I’m not working on that, I really enjoy staying active — swimming, lifting, yoga, and cycling are all a big part of my routine and help keep me balanced. I’m also passionate about the arts and music. My tastes range widely — I love classical music as much as I love rap — and I spend a lot of time exploring visual art as well. I’m an avid reader, especially when it comes to books written for laypeople about physics. I love the way they make complex ideas accessible and spark curiosity. Another big joy in my life is dancing. Over the years, I’ve taken hip hop, African, and ballet, and even learned the tango — though I’ll admit I’ve forgotten most of the steps by now! Dance has always been a fun and meaningful way for me to connect with movement, rhythm, and culture. I’m really looking forward to meeting all of you, hearing about your passions and interests, and sharing in this space together.

| Private Wealth Manager | Strategic Leader | Goal Facilitator

Classicist by training, long time Latin and English teacher, would go back to HGSE in a second!

I am a business litigator, art lover, and LA enthusiast.

More information on my LinkedIn and Instagram (@valerialgbarrett)

Aussie who has just moved to LA after finishing up my MBA.

Interested in affordable housing and community development

I am a licensed California CPA, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, and Chartered Global Management Accountant, and I am an avid boxing fan and a space enthusiast.

Doctoral student in applied statistics and data enthusiast interested in political science research, consulting, music/theater, and D&D. I’m interested in making new friends and connections in the area.

School Principal in the Los Angeles area,

Special Education teacher, Harvard Ed.M. ’20, focused on equity & culture. Here to exchange ideas, expand networks & deepen professional growth."

Admin & Comedy Content Creator, hope to connect with others.

Director of Cardiovascular Innovation at Cedars-Sinai; interventional cardiologist advancing minimally invasive heart therapies and global health collaborations.

www.kristiekim.com