Meet Michelle Sioson Hyman, RAR’s Senior Vice President, Programs and Partnerships

11.28.2023 Team

Where are you from originally? Where are you currently located?

I am originally from Cleveland, Ohio and I currently live in Salt Lake City, Utah.  

Let us know a fun fact about you?   

I used to be a birth doula. 

What do you do for fun? What are some of your hobbies?  

I love to be outdoors — hiking, climbing, walking the dog and traveling!  

Best part about working for RAR?  

The RAR team!!  

What is something you are most proud of?  

My two kids — Cecelia, age 14 and Elisha age 12.

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