We’re excited to welcome Mala Sharma and Tama Bistrian to the Digital NEST Board of Directors. Both bring decades of leadership shaped by innovation, community impact, and a commitment to expanding opportunity for young people.
Mala Sharma: Leading Creativity at Scale
Mala Sharma is Vice President & General Manager of Creative Cloud Product, Marketing & Community at Adobe, where she shapes the tools used by millions of students, educators, and creators worldwide. With over 15 years at Adobe, she’s championed creativity as a workforce skill and worked to ensure young people have access to the tools they need to succeed. She also serves on the board of the Children’s Creativity Museum.
“I’ve seen how access to the right tools, mentorship, and community can unlock confidence and opportunity for young people,” Mala says. “I’m excited to help the NEST continue creating spaces where youth can learn, create, and lead.”
Tama Bistrian: Building Financial Strength and Community Ties
Tama Bistrian brings over 30 years of financial and nonprofit leadership to Digital NEST. She currently serves as Chief Accounting Officer at Taylor Fresh Foods and previously held leadership roles at the Monterey Bay Aquarium and KPMG. She’s also Board Chair of the Central Coast YMCA and serves on the Monterey County Food Bank board.
“Digital NEST’s mission resonates with me because it combines opportunity, education, and community impact,” Tama says. “Supporting young people as they build skills and pathways to economic mobility is work that truly matters.”
Building a Stronger Future Together
With Mala and Tama joining our board, Digital NEST gains leadership grounded in creativity, financial stewardship, and community service. Their experience will help guide our growth as we expand pathways to opportunity for youth across the Central Coast and beyond.
