ABOUT LINDA CHA
Linda is a leader in serving the needs of underserved communities of color and immigrants; creating, implementing and administering effective programs that provides life long skills for all. Married at the age of fourteen, Linda is dedicated to advocating for equality, personal empowerment, overcoming cultural barriers and defeating a mindset of lack and limitation. For twelve years, she has faced constant cultural battles that have threatened her dreams, while also struggling through her own inner conflicts. Linda continues to share her story through her writing, speaking and empowering others to live to their fullest potential.
EDUCATION
Cardinal Stritch University, Edina, MN
North Hennepin Community College
Leadership Certification - New Life In Christ Worship Center
PSI Seminars
Basic Seminar
PSI 7 – The Life Success Course
Women’s Leadership Seminar
Principia
Pace Setter Dynamics
Operation Dream
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk, Fairway Independent Mortgage
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Quality Control Manager, CMG Financial
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Operational Risk Consultant, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
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Quality Control Specialist, Fannie Mae
KEYNOTE SPEAKING
Hmong National District Conference
March 2006
University of Minnesota
Hmong Women’s Conference
Sept 2005
Johnson High School – Career Day
Brooklyn Jr. High School
Get Empowered. Get Educated Workshop Oct 2009
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
CLIMB High Achievers
Program Director
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Professional Hmong Women’s association
Steering Committee member
Mission/Vision planning
Community Outreach
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Osseo School ISD 279
Co-Chair Mission Forward Task Force
PSI Seminars: Area Coordinator
Minneapolis, MN
New Life In Christ Worship Center
Women’s Life Group Leader
Community Events
Hmong Refugee
Outreach clothing drive
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Hmong American Mutual Association
Board of Directors-Vice President