Irma Zoepf advances equity through strategy, cross-sector collaboration, and community leadership. She works with nonprofit and social impact leaders to strengthen organizational culture, align strategy with values, and build systems that expand opportunity, particularly for historically underrepresented communities. Irma is bilingual and regularly partners with diverse and minority communities across sectors.

She is the founder of The Z Bridge, where she supports mission-driven organizations in building inclusive leadership practices and sustainable systems. Her work integrates strategic planning, cultural alignment, and operational effectiveness. Irma serves as Chief Operating Officer of Thrive Alliance, leading cross-sector initiatives that strengthen the nonprofit ecosystem in San Mateo County. She brings more than 20 years of experience working with nonprofit, government, and social impact leaders and has served on several nonprofit boards. She also serves on the San Mateo County Commission on the Status of Women, advancing policies and practices that expand opportunity for women and girls.

Irma holds an MBA in Business Strategy and certifications in Lean/Six Sigma, Coaching, and Compassion Training. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, two children, and their dog, and enjoys spending time outdoors with her family.