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Dr. Laurel Prema Trujillo was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 2003 and serves as the President of the CSE Board of Directors. She recently relocated to San Diego where she plans to begin a meditation group. She is a retired medical doctor who worked at a multi-specialty medical group with a focus in Quality Improvement.
Claire Hayes provides leadership for the Prosperity Team as well as Vice President of Finance on the CSE Board of Directors. The Prosperity team oversees financial reporting, internal review and the budget process. Claire also provides leadership for morning Sadhana, teaches and leads meditation, and teaches hatha yoga. Claire is currently completing her 200hr Yoga Teacher Training certification program and she is a Meru Institute student. She was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 2009.
Rev. Sundari Jensen met her spiritual teacher, Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian, in March of 1992 and was initiated into Kriya Yoga by her in 1999, and ordained in 2002. She serves as a Senior Kriya Yoga Teacher and Executive Minister. Sundari leads the Core Teachings Team which is responsible for all classes and retreats related to yoga and meditation. As Provost of Meru Institute, Sundari draws on her vast experience as an educator to oversee the training and preparation of teachers and leaders in the Kriya Yoga tradition. Sundari acts as editor-in-chief for CSE’s quarterly magazine, the Enlightenment Journal. She oversees CSE Press and the global marketing team that is responsible for publishing books, audio/video production, artwork, websites, digital and print media. Sundari also serves as executive assistant to Yogacharya.
Rev. Sylvia Karuna Lunt was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 1987 and ordained in 2000. She serves as a Senior Kriya Yoga Teacher and Executive Minister. Karuna leads the Ministry Services Team which is responsible for worship services, youth spiritual education, and all aspects of community ministry. As VP of Board Operations, she draws from decades of experience in the business sector as she oversees Center-wide operations, which includes fundraising, upkeep of the ashram grounds, human resources, and administration. Additionally, Karuna supports the ministerial team, and oversees development of affiliated meditation centers in the community.
Beverly Rajni Kam, M.Div., was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 2007. She serves as Secretary on the CSE Board of Directors and on staff as an executive assistant. She is a graduate of Meru Institute, serves on the Board of SiVIC as a representative of CSE in the community interfaith dialog. Beverly maintains an active private practice as a licensed Marriage & Family therapist.
Jim Levins, M.Div. serves on the CSE Board of Directors as VP Marketing and Team Lead of Marketing Outreach. He is a classroom volunteer at his son’s school, Washington Open Elementary School, a Relay for Life participant, and actively involved with CSE’s Men’s Group. Jim is a 2014 graduate of Meru Institute.
Brian Rajendra McIntyre was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 2007. He serves as the Board of Directors Facilities Team Lead and on staff as CSE Ashram Manager to help maintain the integrity of the ashram buildings and gardens and supports special facilities projects. Rajendra is currently completing a 200hr Yoga Teacher Training certification program and is a Meru Institute student. He teaches meditation and hatha yoga, and is a CSE Ministry Intern.
Ann Bhakti Fisher, M.Div., is a graduate of Meru Institute and serves on the Board of Directors and leads the Resource Development team.
Rev. Kay Shama Will was initiated into Kriya Yoga in 2002 and was ordained in 2012. She serves as CSE Worship Services manager, providing leadership with weekly worship services and the volunteer teams that are in support. In addition she is a member of the CSE Board of Directors and the Volunteer Services steering committee. This team brings visibility and education about selfless service as part of the spiritual path. She is a graduate of the Meru institute and a Registered Nurse at Pathways Home Health and Hospice.
Dave Wytock serves on the CSE Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and CSE’s Men’s Group Steering Committee.He is Finance and Project Manager at Telecare Corporation, which provides mental health services for governmental entities in California and other states. Dave worked for over 20 years for counties of Santa Clara and San Mateo as a mental health administrator. Dave volunteers at Sacred Heart Community Services and Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition.
