Treasurer – Helene Bunch
Helene retired from The Clorox International Co. in 2005 where she had been an Export Customer Service Team Leader since July 1, 2000 and had been in the International Division since February 1992. In this position, Helene led a team of 5 people that have responsibility for Clorox’s expanding operations in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Europe, Middle East, Russia and Africa, known as the Asia Pacific Division. Helene has 35 years of experience in International business, including management positions at steamship lines prior to joining Clorox. A native of New Orleans, LA, she is a graduate of Soule Business College in New Orleans.
Executive Secretary – Heydi mCkenna
Heydi McKenna is the Human Resources Manager at the Pacific Maritime Association, where she leads HR functions across the West Coast and Nevada. With over ten years of experience in various HR roles, she has developed extensive expertise in HR processes and procedures. Throughout her career, Heydi has applied her knowledge of the maritime industry and its regulations to shape HR policies that align with organizational goals and strategic objectives. Passionate about fostering diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environments, she is dedicated to helping employees thrive.
A proud Bay Area native, Heydi’s path into the shipping and logistics industry was an unexpected one. After returning to school to pursue her degree, she shifted from a lifelong passion for fashion and the arts to follow her true calling in human resources, ultimately finding her place within the industry. Heydi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration & Management from Notre Dame de Namur University, along with a Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) certification and a Diversity & Inclusion in HR Management certificate from the HR Certification Institute. Today, she is deeply committed to driving meaningful change within her field as an HR leader.
Membership Director – EDITH TOCCHINI
Edith Tocchini is the Senior Key Accounts Specialist/ Inside Sales for the San Francisco office of OL USA/ TTS WORLDWIDE, an NVOCC/FF. She has 30 years of experience in the logistics industry that began directly out of high school. While working for a freight forwarder and logistics provider, she earned a BA degree in Liberal Studies from San Francisco State University. Born in the Philippines but raised in Oakland, CA she enjoys the diversity of the international logistics community. She loves spending time and traveling with her family. She is passionate about helping the Filipino community and is a member of the Alameda Island Filipinx. She is excited and honored to be part of the amazing group of women in WIL.
edith.tocchini@ol-usa.com