Terry Mrvichin brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors, having retired in 2013 after a distinguished 40-year career. She served the County of Ventura for two decades, leading initiatives in social services program development, human resources, and technology systems. Her work in the public sector included oversight of major software procurement, design, and implementation projects.
In the private sector, Terry held executive positions in the durable medical equipment industry, where she directed national and international sales, marketing, operations, and finance. Her roles as Operations Manager, Controller, and Director took her across the U.S. and Europe, driving strategic growth and operational excellence.
Terry has held leadership roles in several professional organizations, including the National Association of Medical Equipment Suppliers and Manufacturers, the National Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers, Project Foresight, and the Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America.
A lifelong champion of libraries, Terry credits the Oxnard Public Library—and her childhood mentor, librarian Emily Richen—for sparking her deep love of reading. She proudly recalls receiving her adult library card at age 12, opening the door to the library’s full collection. Her father, a local contractor, supported the library with donated services, instilling in her a strong sense of civic responsibility.
In retirement, Terry continues to advocate for literacy, equitable access to information, and lifelong learning. She and her husband Draza live in Ventura and enjoy traveling and spending time with their five children and nine grandchildren.
