Board & Staff

Randall G. Curtis, MBA Past Board Member. Bleeding disorders advocate for the last 40 years. Person born with hemophilia.

Randall Curtis has a Bachelor of Science in genetics and an MBA in computer information systems. He has been developing data collection systems for blood disorders since 1984. Now that he has retired from public service, he devotes his time to collecting data on the Hematology Utilization Group Studies (HUGS), the Patient Reported Outcomes, Burdens and Experiences (PROBE) study and the Cost of Hemophilia Socioeconomic Survey (CHESS) projects. Mr. Curtis also serves on the board of directors for the Center for Inherited Bleeding Disorders, is the past president of the Hemophilia Council of California and has served on the HFNC Board of Directors off and on since 1979. His policy work includes the American Thrombosis & Hemostasis Network (ATHN), the National Hemophilia Foundation MASAC Pain Group and the Pacific Sickle Cell Regional Collaborative Policy Working Group.

Randy and Jackie have two sons and four grandchildren. Now that Randy and Jackie are empty nesters, they are trying to visit all of the National Parks.
January 2022

Vice President of the Board of Directors, Former Board President with over 30 years in biotech HR. Sibling of two brothers with hemophilia and diagnosed carrier.

Anita Bawa, Executive Director and Quality Site Head at Allogene - Over 25 years’ experience in blood banking, biotech manufacturing, cell and gene therapy and previously worked on Factor VIII products.

Anita received her BA in Business from St. Mary’s College, followed by an MBA from the University of San Francisco and which she earned while working full time. Anita has diverse industry experience spanning a 20+ year career. She has held roles of increasing responsibility in Manufacturing, Quality Control Laboratory, and Quality Operations at Blood Bank, Genentech, Bayer and Sutro Biopharma and has lead organizations up to 200 people.

Anita joined Allogene in September 2019. In her role as Quality Site Head, Anita has done an exceptional job developing the Quality Team and providing leadership and direction to establish core processes across quality operations, site quality systems and validation, microbiology and environmental monitoring and raw material qualification.

Anita is recognized and appreciated as a decisive and pragmatic leader. She has strong technical background in biotech and GMP operations. She is goal oriented and get things done.

Anita is married and have two children (grown up) and enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Secretary - Scientist involved in drug development for hematological disorders for the last 20 years, including experience in developing hemophilia therapies.

Clinical Nurse II at Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford and Camp Hemotion On-site Nurse.

Active in Fresno area hemophilia auxiliary activities for 25 years, pharmacy owner for 33 years and currently a farmer/rancher in Sanger, CA. I am a person with hemophilia as well as father of a 30 year old son with hemophilia.

Board member since 2021, also board member for the Hemophilia Council of California, Camp Hemotion JC/AC co-Coordinator, UCSF Adult HTC Social Worker

Ashley Gregory is a woman with a bleeding disorder and parent of children with bleeding disorders. She has been involved in the community since 2014, continuously attending national and local events to meet stakeholders, gather information and develop relevant programming and advocacy. She volunteered for many events and projects for which she was awarded volunteer of the year for two years (2015, 2016) and was officially hired by HFNC in spring 2019. Currently, she serves as Director of FAIR Time for Women and is Vice President of the Board of Danny's Dose. Ashley wants to get to know you, your family and your needs and encourages you to let her know what is on your mind. In her spare time, Ashley can be found in her seaside town creating culinary delights, walking by the ocean, listening to podcasts, watching sunsets and enjoying her adult children and her hairless cat, Kit.

I am a non-profit executive whose career is rooted in collaboration and inclusivity. By working together collaboratively, we can harness the collective wisdom and creativity of the team to drive positive outcomes for the organization. I prioritize open communication, active listening, and fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their ideas and insights. Together, we can achieve great things and create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Let's work together to make a positive impact!

Pedro Preciado is a proud member of the bleeding disorders community, living with Moderate Hemophilia A. The son of hardworking Mexican immigrant parents and a graduate of California State University, East Bay, with a degree in Psychology, Pedro first connected with HFNC to share his journey and challenges with Hemophilia A. Passionate about empowering the younger generation to find their strength, overcome obstacles, and thrive with confidence, Pedro works diligently to ensure that both Family Camp and Camp Hemotion continue to be spaces where young individuals can grow and prosper. He is equally committed to strengthening the community by supporting Spanish-speaking members through tailored resources, encouragement, and cultural events, including the beloved HFNC Posada, a celebration that brings families together in joy and unity. Pedro habla español y está comprometido a conectar con la comunidad hispanohablante para ofrecer apoyo, recursos, y una voz de empoderamiento.