Antonia grew up in the California central valley and moved to the bay area to pursue a degree in Art History from UC Berkeley; the highlight of that experience was volunteering for two months in Israel on an archeological dig as part of her studies. After graduating, Antonia spent a year at a financial advising and asset management firm before she accepted a position at the Richmond Yacht Club in 2002, starting out in the club office and eventually being promoted to Club Manager. While working at RYC, Antonia grew to love the local community of Richmond and set permanent roots in Point Richmond in 2010.

When not working, Antonia is often enjoying the outdoors and, when more time allows, travelling to international destinations to scuba dive and practice underwater photography.