Jodi Smullen

Jodi brings a unique blend of operational expertise and care for children and families. After more than 20 years as a business analyst at Hewlett-Packard, she transitioned into education, working with children at UC Merced’s Early Care and Education Center. A proud mother of six and abuelita to ten, Jodi is deeply committed to CREATE’s mission and to removing barriers so every child can access meaningful arts opportunities.

Jodi serves as CREATE’s Business Manager and plays an active role as an on-site coordinator for Merced Sings!, helping oversee operations across multiple site-based after-school choirs.

Business Manager