Born in Pleiku, Vietnam, Natalie came to the United States as a young refugee in the early 1990s. After a year in a Philippine refugee camp, her family was sponsored by a charitable organization, giving them a fresh start. Growing up in a working-class immigrant neighborhood and raised by a single mother who worked long factory hours, Natalie experienced firsthand the challenges facing marginalized communities. Supported by neighbors, teachers, and fellow Vietnamese and AAPI families, Natalie learned the power of community solidarity and mutual support.

She went on to study at Regis College, where a political science professor recognized her passion for community and encouraged her to pursue public service — even as Natalie initially doubted that people who looked like her belonged in politics. Her determination to break barriers continues to inspire her advocacy.

That conviction to serve her community has defined a career spanning more than two decades. Natalie began her career with the Boston City Council as Director of Community Relations, advocating for neighborhoods facing school closures and economic hardship.

After moving to Fairfax County, Virginia, in search of excellent public schools and greater opportunity, she joined the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, where she worked directly with seniors, youth, and underserved residents to ensure every voice is heard and every need is met.

During her seven years as Vice President of SEIU 512 Fairfax Chapter, she expanded youth employment and job training programs across Northern Virginia and was a leading voice for Paid Family and Medical Leave for county workers.

Since 2019, she has served as Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Engagement, then Deputy Chief of Staff for Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Jeff McKay, where she has spearheaded initiatives in Health and Human Services, fostered inclusive community relationships, and championed innovative processes to make county government more responsive and accessible to all.

Now, Natalie is running to represent her community as Springfield District Supervisor, ready to build a county where every family can thrive.

Natalie, her husband, and their three children live in the Springfield District.