DARLENE H. GEEKIE, RVT Founder/Director, Veterinary Angels Medical Center and The Little Angels Project Darlene has worked in the veterinary industry since 1996 and received her RVT License from Pierce College in 2001. She manages all aspects of her veterinary practice and helps with surgical duties. Darlene also oversees her non-profit veterinary rescue clinic, aspiring to leave no pet untreated at the shelter, and currently sits on the board of directors for the Monterey Zoo.
DEAN A. SOLOMON, CFP®, MBA Partner and Wealth Advisor, Hillcrest Financial Group of Thrivent Financial Dean is a Certified Financial Planner and oversees the Investment Advisory division of the Hillcrest Financial Group. When he’s not helping clients navigate the financial markets, he enjoys quality time with his wife, Shaili, and their two young children. He also serves as a Board member for the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber.
DUSTIN & MICHELLE WILSON Owner/Operators, Grabbagreen, Thousand Oaks Dustin and Michelle, parents of two small children, understand the challenges to eat clean and exercise with a busy schedule. Dustin’s long held vision lead to their launching the first Californian Grabbagreen in Thousand Oaks, leading the charge in making fast food healthy. Together with a great crew and wonderful guests, in less than a year they have grown it to be quite a success.
GIANCARLO HAMNER Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Investments Giancarlo specializes in helping small business owners and their employees develop retirement and succession plans. He is a member of the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber and SPARK networking group. He is an Eagle Scout, scuba instructor and martial artist. He is also an active volunteer for the Boy Scouts as well as several marine conservation organizations.
GINA SPIVEY Executive Director of the Special Needs Ministry, Calvary Community Church Gina has helped develop and grow the outreach to the special needs population in the Conejo Valley to over 500 families during her four years at Calvary. The ministry offers care during Sunday church services and organizes special events designed for those affected by disability. Gina has a passion for making the entire region more integrated and adaptive for people of all abilities.
HEATHER SUMAGAYSAY Public Information and Marketing Officer, Ventura County Fire Department Heather has modernized the fire department’s communication platforms, enhanced its social media and digital presence and innovated the way the department connects with the community in a personal and sensitive way. She also serves as a Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) board member, an advisor for Cal Lutheran’s student chapter and supports many local non-profits.
HENRY STERN California State Senator (27th District) Senator Stern is the youngest member and first millennial elected to the California State Senate. He chairs the Senate Elections Committee and advocates on behalf of Ventura and Los Angeles County residents. An alumnus of Harvard University and UC Berkeley School of Law, Senator Stern is an educator and environmental attorney by trade and was recently appointed by the Senate to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy.
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