Maryjane Puffer, a distinguished alumna of the University of Illinois Chicago, currently leads as the Executive Director of The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health. Her invaluable contributions to the hospital and healthcare industry are built on a solid foundation of roles that include pediatric nursing, community health program direction, and lead development of domestic and international health programs.

Before her current role, Maryjane enhanced her leadership skills as the Director of Clinical and Community Health Programs at the California Family Health Council. She has proven her mettle as a strong business development professional with expertise in program development, non-profit management, prevention, reproductive health, community organizing, and global health.

At The L.A. Trust, Maryjane brings all her passion and dedication, representing the convergence of her lifelong commitments. She is instrumental in developing LAUSD’s Wellness Networks and is a pioneer in crafting community prevention framework strategies for health programming in schools. This role allows her to continue pushing the boundaries of children's health and wellness, making her a true force in the field.