Get to Know MEERG President Rouya Rasoulzadeh
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The County has 11 great Employee Resource Groups. They are each led by a respective board of directors who all demonstrate commitment and stewardship of its members to the various sectors of our community.
Get to know Middle Eastern Employee Resource Group President Rouya Rasoulzadeh, land use and environmental planner.
Q: What do you do in your role/what are your job responsibilities?
A: I have been with the County for about eight years, starting at the Department of Public Works and currently working in the Long-Range Planning Division at Planning & Development Services. Our team primarily focuses on advance planning for communities, conducting extensive outreach for each project and maintaining close relationships with the communities we serve.
Q: What’s your workplace superpower?
A: My work superpower is the speed at which I complete my tasks.
Q. Who are your mentors?
A: My mentors and sources of inspiration are the same—the Long-Range Planning Executive team, who work tirelessly to serve the community.
Q: What is the best advice you’ve received from a mentor?
A: Don’t take things personally at work, as we often don't know what someone might be going through in their personal life. Always approach with kindness and give them the benefit of the doubt.
Q: Who are you outside of work and types of activities do you enjoy?
A: I am a wife, sister, daughter and friend who enjoys hiking and spending time with family and friends.
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: Making a positive difference in people’s lives.
Q: Tell us about your ERG.
A: Middle Eastern Employee Resource Group is a group that is focused on culture. And our mission is to enhance Middle Eastern cultural awareness, to share the Middle East’s rich and diverse history and cultural contributions to the world, and to contribute to principles of cross-cultural dialogue and understanding.
Q: How has being in your ERG improved your experience working at the County?
A: Since joining MEERG, I've gained valuable experience working with executive management. Recently, I had the opportunity to facilitate a Fireside Chat on navigating difficult workplace conversations, where I collaborated closely with experienced executives.
Q: What is your most favorite food?
A: I enjoy Persian and Thai food.
Q: Name one musician/band you are listening to right now?
A: Adele.
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