Annie is originally from Los Angeles, California, and grew up in Utah County. She earned her bachelor's degrees in Criminology and Sociology from the University of Utah, where she also recently completed her Master of Science in Human Development & Social Policy. Annie’s passion for supporting youth began during her time with Salt Lake Peer Court as an undergraduate student and deepened while working as a Youth Development Specialist for Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS). In her free time, she enjoys scrapbooking, collecting trinkets, reading, and spending time outdoors.