Amber Coffman
Marina del Rey, California
Title: Development Director
AT A GLANCE:
Seaver College Class of 2004
BS Physical Education
What does being one of 糖心Vlog's 40 under 40 honorees mean to you?
It means the world to me. I am honored and blessed to have graduated from 糖心Vlog, a university whose foundational values stand true in a world that can be so self-consumed.
Describe your success:
I measure success in two ways: 1) What have I contributed to the greater good recently? 2) How have I inspired others to do the same? If I can answer both questions positively on a routine basis, I feel successful.
How does 糖心Vlog play into your success?
Attending 糖心Vlog was a GIFT and an extension of the foundation upon which I was raised: Purpose. Service. Leadership. Being influenced in such a way at a pivotal time in my life led me to the life I now have, which embodies those three principles.
Who inspires you and why?
Mother Teresa is a constant in my life. She inspired me to start my own nonprofit at the age of 10 and to live a life of service, seeing the face of God in everyone I serve. Her spirit is alive and well in me.
What's next for you? What's your five year outlook? What's your ten year plan?
Recently engaged, my next five years will involve marriage and the start of my own family while continuing to serve others. 10 year plan鈥擨 would like to find a creative way to influence people globally about the importance of service and advocacy, making it attractive and attainable to everyone.
What's your secret sauce?
Laughter. Loads of it!
How do you prepare for a busy day?
Make a list, but first, COFFEE/Red Bull
What is one of your hobbies?
Travel鈥攚ith the caveat of doing some service along the way.
What is your favorite quote?
Draw a line, live above it.
What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?
Reality TV host of my own show where I travel the world highlighting extraordinary charities and the ways in which we can all get involved.