Steering Committee

Point Loma Nazarene University

Monique brings experience and dedication to her Director of Student Financial Services role at Point Loma Nazarene University. With 9 years in the field, Monique is passionate about leading and mentoring her team. She actively contributes to the organization's systems development and is her office's Google Guru. She's committed to fostering student success and accountability.

Monique was drawn to the PacWest committee at her first event while still in her first year as a director at PLNU. She had the chance to attend other conferences, but this one felt different—it was clear there was a strong sense of community. A firm believer in learning through involvement, she decided to join and deepen her understanding of the leadership role she had taken on at PLNU, all while connecting with others in the field. She remains grateful for that decision and the valuable relationships and work she’s contributed to while serving on this committee.

In her free time, Monique enjoys making tasty meals, diving into thought-provoking books, getting absorbed in movies, and enjoying lively game nights with loved ones.

California State University, Northridge

Rosemary Irvine has been in student financials for 20 years; serving both private and public institutions. She is currently serving as Director of Student Financial Services at California State University, Northridge. She is passionate about affordable education initiatives and the first-generation experience. During her free time, she likes to spend time with her rambunctious bulldog, roaming Disneyland, and diving into a good book with a cup of coffee. Rosemary’s words on Treasury position: PacWest hosted my first conference, and I always valued the knowledge shared. As I developed my career, I knew I wanted to give back to the organization, the Treasury position was a natural fit for someone who enjoys metrics, excel sheets, budgeting and projections. It’s been a rewarding opportunity to learn the various aspects of putting on a Conference and the development of PacWest as it continues to support member development.

Cal Poly Humboldt

California Lutheran University

As Director of Student Accounts at California Lutheran University for almost 5 years, Cat provides leadership and strategic oversight for student billing, receivables, and customer service operations. With over 25 years of experience in corporate banking, accounting, and financial software, Cat brings a strong background in financial operations, compliance, and systems integration to higher education administration. Cat earned her Executive MBA and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and Accounting. Cat works closely with campus partners to ensure accurate, transparent, and student-centered financial processes that support student success and institutional goals. Cat is committed to improving operational efficiency, leveraging technology to enhance service delivery, and providing clear, effective communication to students and families. Dedicated to collaboration and continuous improvement, Cat fosters a supportive team environment while upholding Cal Lutheran’s mission through ethical, responsive, and inclusive financial services. Cat is one of three directors who has recently created and manages CLU's first Student Central, a student center that encompasses Student accounts, Financial aid and academic services all in one building. Now the fun stuff. Proud wife and prouder mother of three beautiful daughters. An avid marathon runner and spin instructor. Loves to travel, read and be in the ocean. Most recent passion is Crossfit and competes in HYROX. Will never give up coffee. Pacwest has opened up my eyes on another facet of higher education and absolutely enjoyed everyone I met and valued all that was shared at my first conference. Super excited to be on this journey with the new steering committee.

Cedar Financial 

Flywire

Backpack Payments

Nelnet Campus Commerce

Rogé Karma is the Account Executive and Customer Relationship Manager for Nelnet Campus Commerce in the Pacific West region. With over eight years of experience at Nelnet, Roge is dedicated to ensuring the success and satisfaction of higher education partnerships. His role involves fostering relationships with new and existing partners, understanding their unique needs, and identifying ways Nelnet can better support these institutions, their students, parents, and communities. Rogé has been serving the higher education sector since 2010, primarily in the adaptive learning software space at McGraw Hill and Cengage Learning before joining Nelnet Campus Commerce. His passion for higher education is deeply personal, rooted in his father’s immigration journey to the United States and his family’s achievement as first-generation college graduates. Roge has instilled this commitment to education in his family, including his five sons—among them, identical quadruplets—who are now in their late 20’s. His non-working time is filled with the family dogs, music, or ice hockey. 

San Jose State (ret.)