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BlueNalu Nabs
$33.5M for
Expansion Plans

THE 2023 SAN DIEGOBIOTECH: Funding

to Scale Cell-CultivatedSeafood By JENNIFER KASTNER

Celebrating the Influential San Diegans of 2023
Familiar and New Leaders Highlighted in Annual List
 By JEFF CLEMETSONThe Community of Business in San Diego has had another memorable year, led
by many of the names found in this special
2023 SD500 issue of the San Diego Business Journal. Despite economic headwindsof high inflation, rising interest rates, labor
disputes and geopolitical strife continuing
to affect supply chains, San Diego has remained for the most part resilient.
Regional Snapshot
In our region’s life science sector – a major driver of our economy – there have been
several major acquisitions, notable funding
rounds and even a few IPOs after a sluggish
period of activity that followed the sugar rushof activity that erupted during the COVID
pandemic years.
Notable deals include San Diego’s largest
biotech deal ever: Merck’s $10.8 billion acquisition of Prometheus Biosciences in June. The
red-hot summer for life science continued inJuly with the Novartis acquisition of DTx for$1 billion and Recludix Pharma’s $1.3 billion
collaboration deal with Sanofi. In September, Rayze Bio entered the Nasdaq market,
closing an upsized $358 million IPO; and in
October, Bristol Myers Squibb dropped $4.8
billion to buy up Mirati Therapeutics.
Despite high inflation, U.S. consumer
spending has remained strong, which has
been a major benefit to San Diego’s tourism sector. This month, the San Diego Tourism Authority announced a record breaking$14.28 billion in direct spending by an estimated 30.5 million visitors in FY2023 –an increase of $1 billion over last year’s

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record-breaking spending.
The Rady School of Management also released a report this month that showed direct
U.S. Department of Defense spending in San
Diego came in at $36.1 billion in the fiscal
year ending Sept. 30. That spending had atotal economic impact on the region of $56.4
billion, according to the report.
The high interest rate environment is having the biggest impact on San Diego’s realestate market, which has slowed home sales
and pushed the median price of a home in
San Diego above $1 million, according to
the Greater San Diego Association of Realtors. The beginning of the year also saw cooling in the life science real estate market, although analysts are expecting that trend toturn around in 2024. Like in other major cities, San Diego’s office space market is seeing
the lowest demand in years due to the rise of
remote work. The brightest spot in real estate is the historic low vacancy rates for retailspace in San Diego, driven by continued consumer spending in the post-COVID economy.
San Diego’s technology sector also continues to grow, with tech jobs growing 12.5%
over the five-year period ending in 2022, according to CBRE. Our educational institutions are also creating more technology graduates than there are jobs, which has attracted
large companies such as Apple and Amazon
to expand their footprints here.
Even with the growth, high costs for housing translated to a need for services for manyfamilies in San Diego. Fortunately, the region’s nonprofits and foundations are working to meet the challenge. According to theNonprofit Institute at USD, 80% of nonprofits have grown their workforce in the past

REAL ESTATE: Chelsea
Building $150M Affordable
Apartments Complex

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12 months, and regional foundations havegrown their assets 161% since 2015.
New SD500 This Year
The SD500 list represents the influential
members of the San Diego business community who shaped how the region has grownover the years. This year’s edition includes
familiar and new faces alike.
New to this year for both is an updated
style for our list’s profiles, including quotes
that were provided or found in past San Diego Business Journal articles or other sources. This issue is the culmination of a sizablegroup effort that is a year in the making. We
hope you enjoy this issue and welcome feedback to continue our efforts in producing
SD500 issues worthy of the people in them. n

FEATURE CATEGORIES• ASSOCIATIONS
page 10• NONPROFITS
page 12• EDUCATION
page 25• FINANCEpage 29• HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCE page 36• OTHER INDUSTRIES
page 46• LIFESTYLE
page 49• PROFESSIONAL SERVICES page 52• REAL ESTATE
page 64• TECHNOLOGY
page 71• ICONS
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TECHNOLOGY: Payroll
Integrations Plans Market
Penetration with $20M Series A

Local cell-cultivated seafood developer
BlueNalu has signed a partnership with
NEOM, a sustainable regional development
initiative in Saudi Arabia. The
Memorandum ofUnderstanding(MoU) seeks toadvance BlueNalu’s cell-cultured
seafood operaLou Cooperhouse
tions on a globFounder & CEO
al scale. It comes
BlueNalu¨BlueNalu page 4

Moving Alongon the EV Grid
ENERGY: Nuvve, Blue

Bird Partner to GreenBus Fleets By KAREN PEARLMAN

Nuvve Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:
NVVE), a green energy tech company that provides
vehicle-to-grid(V2G) software
technology andhas a Grid Integrated Vehicle
platform (GIVe)that uses electricvehicles (EVs)to store and resell energy to theGreg Poilasne
electric grid, conCo-founder & CEOtinues to charge Nuvve Holding Corp.

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REAL ESTATE: $12M
Lantern Crest Addition
Tallest Building in Santee

Join us for a lunch reception honoring our 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree DeLinda Forsythe(pictured right), hear from a panel of inspiring and successful women discuss supporting and mentoringeach other and conclude with our awards ceremony celebrating our 2023 winners & finalists.

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DEVELOPMENTSPECIAL SECTION: SD500

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INTRODUCTION: The Community ofBusiness in San Diego has had anothermemorable year, led by many of thenames found in this special 2023 SD500
issue of the San Diego Business
Journal. Despite economic headwinds,
San Diego has remained for the mostpart resilient in 2023.

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The 500 most influential people in
San Diego

Congratulations to our
President and CEODavid A. Brenner, MD,
for being named one of San Diego’s
most influential leaders.
Biomedical research is undergoing
revolutionary change. Success requires
visionaries like Dr. Brenner, and the enduring
support and contributions of colleagues,
communities, donors and friends.

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Together, we translate science into health.

MULTIFAMILY: Chelsea Investment
Corp. plans to break ground this monthon a $150 million affordable housing
project in downtown San Diego.
Designed by Joseph Wong Design
Associates, the 15-story Harrison
Heights at 1320 Broadway will have273 apartments, including 224 studioapartments of 352 square feet.
SPECIALTY: Lantern Crest, a Santee
development for persons 55 and older,is wrapping up construction of a $12
million addition to its assisted livingbuilding. The company also plansto break ground in early 2024 on a
$36 million for-sale condominium
development on the same 40-acre site.

An influential group

10 ASSOCIATIONS
12 NONPROFITS
25 EDUCATION
29 FINANCE
36 HEALTH & LIFE SCIENCEENERGY46 OTHER INDUSTRIES

149 LIFESTYLEGREEN ENERGY: Nuvve Holding Corp.
(NASDAQ: NVVE), a tech company thatprovides vehicle-to-grid (V2G) software
technology and has a Grid Integrated
Vehicle platform (GIVe) that uses electricvehicles (EVs) to store and resell energy
to the electric grid, continues to charge
up the field. Founded in 2010 andheadquartered at Liberty Station, Nuvve
brought in nearly $5.4 million in 2022.

52 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
64 REAL ESTATE
71 TECHNOLOGY
76 ICONS
SPECIAL SECTIONS7PEOPLE ON THE MOVE: New hires andpromotions

LIFE SCIENCE

82 MARKETPLACE

182 LEGAL NOTICESMANUFACTURING: Local cell-cultivatedseafood developer BlueNalu has signed
a partnership with NEOM, a sustainableregional development initiative in
Saudi Arabia. The Memorandum ofUnderstanding (MoU) seeks to advance
BlueNalu’s cell-cultured seafood
operations on a global scale. It comes
after BlueNalu secured an additional$33.5 million in investments, including
NEOM’s recent $20 million round.

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Future Influential Leaders

TECHNOLOGY3

SOFTWARE: Encinitas-based benefit
automation tech platform Payroll
Integrations has raised $20 million
in its Series A funding round, led by
Arthur Ventures. The Minneapolis
growth equity firm specializes in in B2B
software.

THE INDEX
85 People, associations, companies andorganizations

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Congratulations
to Neighborhood House Association President and CEO

Rudolph A. Johnson, III

Since 1914, the Neighb
House Association has
Since 1914, the Neighborhood
to develop healthy ch
House Association has strived to families, and future le
Today, NHA is one of thdevelop healthy children,social service agencies
families, and future leaders.
Diego.

Today, NHA is one of the largest
social service agencies in San
Diego.

In continuing its tradi
positive change, NH
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As we gear up for our 110 Year mental well being of ea
we serve. It is thro
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for being selected as one of
San Diego’s SD500 Influential Leaders

is through empowerment,
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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

GARY ACOSTA

LISA EASTERLY

WHY: An entrepreneur, public policy advocate and investor, Acosta is co-founder and CEOof NAHREP, the nation’s largest Hispanic business organization. NOTABLE: Acosta is
co-founder of the event L’ATTITUDE and is a general partner of L’ATTITUDE Ventures, thenation’s largest venture capital fund exclusively focused on Latino-led start-ups. SOCIALIMPACT: Through NAHREP, Acosta created the Hispanic Wealth Project, a nonprofit organization with plans to triple Hispanic household wealth. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It doesn’t matter
where you start only how you finish. Set a goal and go after it, but you never know what is behindthe next door, so it’s important to be attentive to what’s going on around you because your true calling will reveal itself at some point.”

WHY: Easterly is dedicated to solving cybersecurity workforce,
economic development and infrastructure challenges throughcollaboration with industry, academia and government. NOTABLE: She was a founding member of the board of directors
and chair of education and outreach committee for Cleantech
San Diego. SOCIAL IMPACT: Easterly works on growing anddiversifying the cyber workforce, creating opportunities for small
business and working with the Department of Defense. WORDS OFWISDOM: “If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.” – Susan Sanford (Lisa Easterly’s mom)

ALFREDO ANGELES

MATTHEW FEHLING

WHY: Angeles has implemented branding and investment attraction strategies for different projects in advanced manufacturing fields within the aerospace and medical industries. NOTABLE: Has held leadership roles at
ICON Aircraft and Bolt Media Internacional. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Tijuana
EDC is a nonprofit providing free-of-charge services to foreign companies
seeking business opportunities in Mexico. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Appreciate every moment of your life, each step, each change. Appreciate it and it
will become a life lesson. There’s something to learn from any challenge, experience, and opportunity. Appreciating anything regardless of the situation will transform your life meaningfully.”

WHY: For more than 20 years, Fehling has dedicated his career toensuring the BBB remains a relevant and trusted source. NOTABLE: He has served in several roles across the country including
with the Council of Better Business Bureaus. SOCIAL IMPACT: He
is a board member of the Arizona Coyotes Foundation. WORDS OFWISDOM: “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose
shade they know they shall never sit.” – Greek Proverb

CEO & CO-FOUNDER, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
HISPANIC REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS & L’ATTITUDE

CEO, TIJUANA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONPRESIDENT & CEO, CYBER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

CEO, BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU OF THE PACIFIC
SOUTHWESTBETSY BRENNANJOSIE FLORES-CLARK

WHY: Brennan runs the influential nonprofit Downtown SD Partnership which advocates for the
economic prosperity and cultural vitality of the city’s urban core. NOTABLE: Has led DSDP tobecome a key component of the homeless response system in the region and has a vision for
the future of downtown as a hub for innovation, growth and community enrichment. SOCIALIMPACT: A California licensed attorney, Brennan is a member of Rotary Club 33. WORDS OFWISDOM: “The great leaders are not the strongest, they are the ones who are honest about their
weaknesses. The great leaders are not the smartest; they are the ones who admit how much they
don’t know. The great leaders can’t do everything; they are the ones who look to others to help them.
Great leaders don’t see themselves as great; they see themselves as human.” – Simon Sinek

WHY: Flores-Clark sees to it that businesses in the communities, particularly
underrepresented businesses, are given opportunities to be successful. NOTABLE: The executive assistant to National City Ron Morrison and presidentof National Latina Business Women Association of San Diego. SOCIAL IMPACT: Committee member of Brindis Mana de San Diego organization andworks to fight human trafficking. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Move forward, don’t
look back. You will reach that goal once you put that one foot in front of the other.”CEO, DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO PARTNERSHIPPRESIDENT SAN DIEGO COUNTY HISPANIC CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE

W. ERIK BRUVOLD

DR. INEZ GONZÁLEZ PEREZCHICA

WHY: Bruvold has engaged more than 80 businesses in recruitment, attraction and retention efforts,
revamped SDNEDC’s website, increased programs and investors. NOTABLE: During his tenure, hebuilt operational and strategic reserves for the first time in the organization’s history. SOCIAL IMPACT:He is president of National University’s System Institute for Policy Research. WORDS OF WISDOM:“A tight mission statement or set of objectives is critical for organizations that could get pulled to be
all things to all people. You should be able to explain your mission succinctly. And until you can, don’t
move forward. At SDNEDC we market North County for inward investment, work with existing businesses to solve challenges, and connect educators and employers. Nothing else. By focusing on the basics andkeeping it simple it keeps us disciplined, on mission, and creating value for those that want to support those efforts.”

WHY: Gonzalez Perezchica is the Executive Director at MANA de San Diego,
which empowers Latinas to achieve upward mobility and a better quality of life.
NOTABLE: She is the founding director of the Latino Communications Instituteat Cal State Fullerton, which helps mostly first-generation college students securetransformational paid internships and upon graduation career-relevant jobs. SOCIAL IMPACT: She was an Executive Board Member and treasurer for the National
Immigration Law Center. IN HER OWN WORDS: “It’s lack of information that prevents
some hard to reach people from accessing resources available to them.”

MARK CAFFERTYABDUR-RAHIM HAMEED

WHY: Cafferty is the center of a collaboration of business, trade,
community and education leaders who have a stake in the region’s
development and strategy in the global economy. NOTABLE: He
has spent more than 25 years designing systems to support career advancement and economic opportunity for American workers.
SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a board member of CleanTech San Diegoand San Diego Military Advisory Council. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Me,We.” – Muhammad Ali

WHY: Hameed consults for private and government agencies regarding workforce diversity and contractor participation opportunities in San Diego County. NOTABLE: He
is a behind-the-scenes advisor to top executives and owners of organizations ranging from two-man shops with annual revenues of $100,000 to billion-dollar national
companies. SOCIAL IMPACT: He helped establish the first African-American State
Certified Apprenticeship Program in the U.S. as the Inner-City Community Unilateral Apprenticeship Committee designed to train inner-city at-risk youth. WORDS OF WISDOM:“He who lays late in bed will always scratch a poor man’s head.” -- Hameed’s Uncle JamesJULIE COKER

MIKE KRENN

WHY: Coker oversees SDTA’s efforts to promote San Diego as a top destination for meetings, conventions, overseas travelers and leisure visitors. NOTABLE: Coker was appointed to the U.S. Dept. of Commerce’s U.S. Travel
and Tourism Advisory Board. SOCIAL IMPACT: Coker is a member of the
Burnham Center for Community Advancement Community Advisory Group.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “The past year has provided a profound reminderof the vital role work culture plays in an organization’s success. Successfully
onboarding more 20 new professionals within a single year underscores thesignificance of cultivating a positive work environment that fosters collaboration andenhances employee satisfaction.”

WHY: Krenn has been president and CEO of Connect w/San Diego Venture
Group since 2019, helping connect startups to capital. He was co-founder of
EvoNexus. NOTABLE: During his career he has helped more than 100 companies raise startup capital in excess of $1 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT: Krenn
is on the board of Clean Teach San Diego, nonprofit member organizationthat positions the greater San Diego region as a global leader in the cleantech
economy, as a community partner with Connect. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The bestleaders aren’t those with the most followers. It’s those that create the most leaders.”

CEO, SAN DIEGO NORTH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

CEO, SAN DIEGO REGIONAL EDC

PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO TOURISM AUTHORITYDONNA DEBERRYEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MANA DE SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, NATIONAL BLACK CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATIONPRESIDENT & CEO, CONNECT WITH SAN DIEGO VENTURE
GROUPBRUCE MAYBERRY

CEO, CENTRAL SAN DIEGO BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCECHAIRMAN, SAN DIEGO BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCEO,
CONNECT WITH SAN DIEGO VENTURE GROUP

WHY: DeBerry is the local leader in Black business matters, advocating for the Black community, with a mission to create generational wealth through business enterprise, education, employment andinvesting. NOTABLE: She has received awards for her outstanding production of the documentary “Walking the Waking Journey.”
SOCIAL IMPACT: She has served as Executive Vice President of
Global Diversity & Assistant to the Chairman of the Board and as Vice
President of Global Diversity for Nike. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Look inward first to see if it’s you preventing your goals, aspirations and dreams.”

WHY: As Chairman, Bruce Mayberry helps lead County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce’s mission to elevate Black businesses through tangible opportunities that result in economic viability for San Diego's Black communities. NOTABLE:
Mayberry is also President and CEO of JBM Energy Solutions, which provides professional services for projects in the construction, utilities, and energy industry. SOCIAL IMPACT: CSDBCC’s programs include a business accelerator for Black-owned
businesses and a Women’s Entrepreneurship Summit, supplying women education andresources to start businesses. QUOTABLE: “I am committed to elevating Black businesses
through tangible opportunities that result in economic viability for San Diego's Black communities.”

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

MIGUEL MOTTAJAMES SLY

WHY: Motta is a global business, strategy and operations professional withexperience in Fortune 500 and growth-stage companies in biotech, agriculture
and life sciences. NOTABLE: Motta has more than 20 years of experiencein the life sciences industry, including president and CEO of IRP Health andalso worked at the Monsanto Company. SOCIAL IMPACT: Motta is a mentor
with the San Diego Squared (SD2) mentor program and is passionate and committed to elevating underrepresented high school, college students, and graduates
in STEM careers. QUOTABLE: “[My job is] a fantastic opportunity to support thousandsof life science companies to do what they do best, improve human health around the world.”

WHY: Sly leads the group that helps economic growth for East
County, working with education, industry, workforce and government. NOTABLE: During his tenure, he has worked to develop
more than $40 million in new income through strategic partnerships, new contracts, and fundraising. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is amember of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Board.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Water always finds its level… My friend, Gregory Shroyer, used to say it to me frequently, as an encouragement that things
always end up how they’re meant to be and good people rise to the top.”

MARK NEVILLEHOLLY SMITHSON

WHY: Neville helps plan and manage sports-related events
around the county and leads the SD Bowl Game Associationin helping the region’s economy annually. NOTABLE: He led a2018 effort to secure a bowl game that resulted in $26.5 million
in reginal economic benefit. SOCIAL IMPACT: He secured a bid
for the Holiday Bowl to host the 2022 Transplant Games of America
in San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “No one can whistle a symphony, ittakes a whole orchestra to play it.”

WHY: Smithson leads Athena, and is a women’s leadership advocate, fast tracking women in STEM and supporting global STEM
companies with development of female leaders. NOTABLE: She led
the launch, merger and financial turnaround of three member-based
California companies in the cleantech, biotech and STEM sectors.
SOCIAL IMPACT: She is a board member of Alzheimer’s Association,
San Diego & Imperial Chapter and a board member of the U.S. Green
Chamber of Commerce. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Don’t wait for a boss, a company or a title to lead. It’s an inside job. Always will be.” – Holly Smithson

JASON PAGUIOJEREMY WILSON

WHY: Paguio leads the diverse association that gives a voice to
Asian and Pacific Islander voices throughout the region. NOTABLE:
He has grown the ABASD to its largest membership in more than 30
years. SOCIAL IMPACT: He established the Strategic Alliance thatconsists of the SD County Hispanic Chamber, SD Black Chamber
and ABASD, which helps minority-owned small businesses. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “If you always give, you will always have.” – Chinese proverb

WHY: Wilson is president and CEO of the San Diego Equality Business Association, the second-oldest LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce in the United States.
NOTABLE: When at Union Bank, he was on the Pride Alliance Steering Committee Chair for the Americas and led all the bank’s chapters in support of its
LBGTQ and ally employees. SOCIAL IMPACT: Wilson and the SDEBA promote and elevate LGBTQ+ businesses through advocacy, partnerships and collaboration. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light
can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

VP, STRATEGIC OPERATIONS & SAN DIEGO HEAD, BIOCOM CALIFORNIAEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SAN DIEGO BOWL GAMEASSOCIATIONPRESIDENT & CEO, ASIAN BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONSAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, EAST COUNTY EDC

CEO, ATHENA SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO EQUALITY BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONRICK WILSONPRESIDENT & CEO, EAST COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHY: Wilson is the president of the San Diego Regional East Chamber of Commerce and was the SDBJ
2023 Business Nonprofit CEO of the Year. NOTABLE: He turned around the organization’s financial
states to create its largest reserve in more than 100 years. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has volunteered for St.
Paul’s Senior Services for nearly 28 years and volunteered with the YMCA of SD County for nearly 20
years. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Partnerships are the way to grow a business or an organization by being
inclusive to all. Quote: “One Life, One Shot, Give it All You Got” – Parkway Drive (band)

Congratulations, Jason Paguio!

Since 1912, the San Diego Regional East County
Chamber of Commerce is the respected voice andadvocate for business opportunities, policy andeducation throughout San Diego County.

Congratulations
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President & CEO
San Diego Regional East County
Chamber of Commerce
SD 500The Most Influential Peopleof San Diego 2023
Honoree
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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

GREG ANGELACASEY CASTILLO

WHY: Anglea for nearly 10 years has been CEO of ICS which offers
supportive services such as food, housing solutions, substance-use
treatment and vocational training for people in need. NOTABLE:
He oversaw the opening of the Haven House Year-Round Emergency Shelter, North County’s first year-round emergency homeless shelter for all genders. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a member of theCounty of San Diego Social Services Advisory Board. IN HIS WORDS:“Change will only come through partnership and collaboration. Leadershipand perseverance are crucial in bringing diverse groups together.”

WHY: Castillo has been with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego
Food Bank for nearly 16 years and provides oversight for financial,administrative, HR and IT needs for the largest hunger-relief organization in SD County. NOTABLE: Castillo helped lead the organization during periods of severe economic upheaval including the GreatRecession and during the COVID-19 pandemic. SOCIAL IMPACT: He
is a volunteer coach for his children’s baseball and basketball teams andis heavily involved in community service work with his church. WORDS OFWISDOM: “You don’t build a business. You build people, and people build the business.” – Zig Ziglar

CORI AUSTINSHARON CLOWARD

WHY: Austin has worked in the relationship and sexual violence
prevention movement for more than two decades. NOTABLE: She
has built strategic partnerships with community leaders to develop
a county-wide response to family homelessness and more. SOCIALIMPACT: She has been elected to numerous leadership positions
including the Board of Directors for the California Partnership to End
Domestic Violence. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My personal investment
in a respectful and violence-free community energizes my work. I believe
when you can find purpose and meaning in what you are doing, your passion is contagious andfeeds your overall impact.”

WHY: Cloward runs the SD Working Waterfront organization, representing more than 800 businesses and industries on San Diego Bay.
NOTABLE: Behind Cloward, the SDWW is dedicated to the environmental and economic vitality of port tidelands in San Diego, Chula Vista,
Coronado, National City and Imperial Beach. SOCIAL IMPACT: Working Waterfront also produces an event called “Operation Clean Sweep”,
the largest bay-wide cleanup and the only one featuring both military andcivilian divers along with shoreside volunteers. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Life is
10 percent of what happens to me and 90 percent how I react to it,” “Always take time to do what makes
your soul happy and have faith as faith never let you down” and “Quiet my mind so my soul can speak.”

PAUL BARIBAULTTAMARA CRAVER

WHY: Baribault heads the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, the nonprofit
that oversees the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park. NOTABLE: He waspreviously with The Walt Disney Studios for 22 years and led the Disneynature film label at Walt Disney Studios on the Disney+ platform. SOCIALIMPACT: Under his watch, SDZWA, recognized for its expertise in wildlife
biobanking, partnered with the Species Survival Commission of the International Union for Conservation of Nature to form the new Center for Species Survival: Biodiversity Banking. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Every individual matters. Every
individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” – Dr. Jane Goodall and “There is no limit towhat a man can do or where he can go if he doesn’t mind who gets the credit.” – Ronald Reagan

WHY: Craver prepares the next generation of diverse leaders inbusinesses in San Diego County. NOTABLE: She steered the organization during the pandemic and moved to virtual learning andthen back to in-person learning. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is on theadvisory council for the Black Community Investment Fund at San
Diego Foundation and on the board of LEAD San Diego. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Tough times never last, but tough people always do!” -- Reality Changers’ student mantra

CEO, INTERFAITH COMMUNITY SERVICES

CEO, CENTER FOR COMMUNITY SOLUTIONSPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO ZOO WILDLIFE ALLIANCE

CEO, JACOBS & CUSHMAN SAN DIEGO FOOD BANKPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO WORKING WATERFRONTCEO, REALITY CHANGERS

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The Knauss School of Business at the University of
San Diego and the Burnham-Moores Center forReal Estate (BMC) team proudly congratulate Stath
Karras, executive director of the BMC, for being
named to San Diego Business Journal ’s SD500 Most
Influential People in San Diego. Your commitment
to supporting USD real estate students is truly
exceptional!

A BETTER WAY TO BUSINESS | SANDIEGO.EDU/BUSINESSNOVEMBER 13, 2023

www.sdbj.com

Congratulations from the Conrad Prebys
Foundation to all the honorees. Your collective
efforts are helping to make our community aplace where all San Diegans can thrive. We
are grateful for your commitment, and weapplaud your achievement!

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

CAROL DEDRICHKRISTINE ENTWISTLE

WHY: Dedrich is responsible for developing the vision, direction
and strategies to achieve GSSD goals with a dedicated board,more than 100 employees and thousands of volunteers. NOTABLE: Served as a Captain, Air Defense Artillery (Patriot Missiles),in the U.S. Army. As a combat arms officer, served in Desert Shieldand Desert Storm. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is board advisory for theCity Scholars Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Trust the wait. Embrace the uncertainty. Enjoy the beauty of becoming. When nothing is certain,
anything is possible.” – Mandy Hale

WHY: Entwistle is CEO of CAF, a San Diego-founded charity that
his impact worldwide, helping those with physical challenges thrive
through sports. NOTABLE: Entwistle has helped build the reputation of the Challenged Athletes Foundation as a fiscally soundand innovative organization that fulfills their mission with heart andcompassion. SOCIAL IMPACT: Under Entwistle’s leadership some of
the most profitable and impactful San Diego events have been brought
to life, including the Million Dollar Challenge charity cycling event from SF toSD. WORDS OF WISDOM: “People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But
people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

STEVE DINKINMICHAEL HOPKINS

WHY: Dinkin has been the president of the National Conflict Resolution Center since 2003. NOTABLE: He has secured federal contracts with the U.S. departments of Homeland Security, Navy andTreasury. He has also expanded the organization’s programming outside the USA to Europe, Asia and Latin America. SOCIAL IMPACT:
He co-authored two books on conflict resolution: “The Exchange, A
Bold and Proven Approach to Resolving Workplace Conflict” and “TheExchange Strategy for Managing Conflict in Health Care.” WORDS OF WISDOM: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

WHY: Hopkins has led JFS of SD for nearly 12 years, helping theorganization expand its reach, impact and sustainability. NOTABLE:
He shepherded the group through an $11M capital campaign that
resulted in the Joan & Irwin Jacobs Campus. SOCIAL IMPACT:He previously led Nehirim, a national Jewish LGBTQ organization.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Hard work. It’s not easy.” – Hopkins’ father

PAUL DOWNEYLISETTE ISLAS

WHY: Downey guides Serving Senior’s efforts to provide supportive services for low-income seniors to keep them independent andhealthy. NOTABLE: Since his 1995 appointment, Serving Seniors
has developed a nationally recognized model of support. SOCIALIMPACT: Downey initiated and led the 2021 Serving Seniors Needs
Assessment report, a groundbreaking study focusing on older adult
homeless in San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We have two ears andone mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.” – Greek philosopher Epictetus

WHY: Islas has been EVP & Chief Impact Officer for nearly nine
years at MAAC (MAAC Project), a nonprofit that provides programs
and advocacy in the areas of health, education, workforce development and housing. NOTABLE: She is known for her ability to build
strategies, forge relationships among diverse groups and develop innovative and impactful programs. SOCIAL IMPACT: She helps disadvantaged communities become more prosperous and civically engaged.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you’re always trying to be normal, you’ll never know
how amazing you can be.” – Maya Angelou

CEO, GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, NATIONAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTERPRESIDENT & CEO, SERVING SENIORSCEO, CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION

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Congratulations
On being recognized as part of
San Diego Business Journal’s SD 500
Most Influential People in San Diego 2023

LISETTE
ISLAS
Executive Vice President& Chief Impact Officer

ARNULFOMANRIQUEZ
President& Chief Executive Officer

Your leadership and commitment to the communities MAAC serves
has been instrumental to ensuring individuals and families
across San Diego County have the opportunity
to create the lives they wantand deserve.

MAACproject.org

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

RUDOLPH JOHNSON III

KATHRYN LEMBO

WHY: Johnson was appointed President and CEO of NHA in 2006,
overseeing one of the largest multi-purpose human services agencies
in San Diego County. NOTABLE: He spent nine years working for theCity of San Diego, and eight years at the San Diego Convention Center– four of those eight years as GM. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is on San Diego
Foundation Board of Governors and its Black Community Investment Fund Advisory Council as well CONNECT—San Diego Black Leaders. IN HIS OWN WORDS: In 2010, he told
East County Magazine, “The beauty of being a CEO is that no two days are alike.”

WHY: Lembo has been with SBCS since 1982 and oversees an annual budget of more than $95 million with 400 professionals and 1,200
volunteers. NOTABLE: Under her leadership, SBCS has grown from atiny drop-in center for drug-abusing teens into one of the largest social
services/community development agencies serving SD County. SOCIALIMPACT: SBCS touches the lives of more than 50,000 people annually.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “As a nonprofit leader, I’ve realized the immense value
in cultivating meaningful relationships with staff at all levels within our organization.
Throughout my career, building connections with fellow nonprofit leaders has also consistently served asa source of knowledge and inspiration, shaping my path and enriching my work.”

CHERYL KILMERARNULFO MANRIQUEZ

WHY: Kilmer guides TERI to help raise the quality of life for thosewith developmental challenges. NOTABLE: TERI has been cited
as a model program in California for the quality of services it provides and has been nominated twice for the Minerva Award. SOCIAL IMPACT: Kilmer’s TERI has become an internationally recognized center of innovation and social change for those touched by
special needs WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you can dream it, you can doit.” – Walt Disney

WHY: Manriquez has dedicated his career to working directly with
underserved individuals, households and communities promoting self-sufficiency through housing, economic, educational andemployment programs NOTABLE: He is community focused withmore than two decades of experience working in diverse, multi-cultural settings. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a first-generation immigrant
who understands the challenges faced by underrepresented communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I am a firm believer that if anyone else can dosomething, so can I. This has helped in communicating to all, that the people we support can infact accomplish whatever they want.”

REAR ADMIRAL TERRY KRAFTANNE MARBARGER

WHY: Kraft leads a team that is responsible for operation of oneof the world’s top museums – with more than 1M visitors annually.
NOTABLE: He was previously at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and graduated from the Naval Academy in 1981 and becamea naval flight officer in 1982. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a mentor with
the USNA Alumni Mentoring program. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I amso honored to be leading this iconic museum! Having flown off Midway
during Desert Storm, I feel like my career has come full circle. Our amazing
volunteers inspire me every day!”

WHY: Marbarger since 2021 has led the organization committed to accelerating cures for cancer, funding collaborative research. NOTABLE: Marbarger was an intelligence analyst at the U.S. Treasury Department with afocus on a major Middle East terrorist organization’s illicit funding sources
and use of the U.S. financial system. SOCIAL IMPACT: With Curebound’s
predecessor Padres Pedal the Cause, she helped raise $10 million for cancer
research. WORDS OF WISDOM: “What inspires me most is a deeply held belief
that San Diego has the unique resources needed to significantly change how we prevent, detect, treat and ultimately cure cancer in our lifetime. Every person, family, business in this community
is impacted by cancer and I truly believe that together, we can become the cancer curing city.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSEASSOCIATIONEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SOUTH BAY COMMUNITY SERVICES

CEO, MAAC

PRESIDENT & CEO, TERI, INC.

CEO, USS MIDWAY MUSEUM

CEO, CUREBOUND

Congratulations to our CEO

John Van Cleeffor being recognized as one of the
SD 500 San Diego’s top business leaders!
On behalf of the Board of Directors andthe entire staff of Community Resource Center,thank you for your dedication to CRC’s mission
and commitment to our clients and community.

Paul A. Baribault
President & Chief Executive Officer
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Business Journal SD500
Most Influential People in San Diego 2023
On behalf of our Board of Trustees, nearly 5,000 team members, countless allies—andthe world’s wildlife—thank you! Your leadership, advocacy, and vision have guided uson this journey to meet our true potential and our evolution to become the mosteffective conservation organization for the world. We look forward to what the
future brings—and the opportunity to inspire millions who love the San Diego Zoo andSan Diego Zoo Safari Park—as we work together to create a world where all life thrives.

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MICHAEL MCHALEPRESIDENT & CEO, ST. PAUL SENIOR SERVICES
WHY: McHale has shepherded St. Paul Senior Services since 2022,
after more than 22 years of executive management and development
experience in the senior care and hospice fields. NOTABLE: Whenhe was president and CEO of TRU Community Care in Colorado, he
improved operational performance and expanded services there. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has served on multiple Rotary Club boards. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “What I have learned from working with older adults is pretty
basic: We are bound by our connection as humans – with our basic desire to loveand be loved, to provide and care for our families and friends, and live our lives with dignity and safe
from harm. This helps me to understand what we have in common, not what divides us.”CHRIS MEGISONPRESIDENT & CEO, SOLUTIONS FOR CHANGE
WHY: Megison is president, CEO and cofounder of Solutions for
Change which since 1993 has helped solve homelessness. NOTABLE: His trademark impact is his model of leadership in which
he leads from the front, a style he learned as a U.S. Marine. SOCIAL IMPACT: A movement trailblazer, he’s known for his visioning, consensus building and then crafting and leading social impact
initiatives that disrupt the status quo. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My favorite quote shared and repeatedly reinforced by my former Vistage executive
coach, Mark Fackler: ‘We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.’”

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

CATHRYN NACARIO

CEO, NATIONAI ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS SANDIEGO & IMPERIAL COUNTIES
WHY: Nacario since 2017 has led NAMI, helping the organization
continue to serve communities’ access to mental health needs. NOTABLE: Prior to NAMI, she was Kindred Healthcare’s West Region
Division Vice President of Business Development. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Nacario is a board member of the American Lung Association. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Together is Better. Most of us live our lives by accident – welive as it happens. Fulfillment comes when we live our lives on purpose.” – Simon Sinek

NEIL O’CONNELL

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MT. SOLEDAD NATIONALVETERANS MEMORIAL
WHY: O’Connell since 2022 has provided leadership and executive management at the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial in La Jolla which
honors veterans from the Revolutionary War and on. NOTABLE: O’Connell
was a sergeant major in the U.S. Marines, serving 32 years primarily out of
the West Coast. SOCIAL IMPACT: O’Connell is a board member of San Diego
Nice Guys, a nonprofit that since 1979 has helped those who have fallen on hard times.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Complacency breeds mediocrity, mediocrity leads to mission failure. Invoke trust, respect and kindness and strive for excellence in all capacities and always take care of your people while doing so.”

DREW MOSER

GRANT OLIPHANT

WHY: Moser has been executive director of the Lucky Duck Foundation for nearly five years, helping fight homelessness and fundhigh-impact programs that address it. NOTABLE: Moser was alsowith the San Diego Hall of Champions for nearly nine years. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a volunteer youth basketball coach with the
YMCA of San Diego County and a youth baseball coach with Tecolote
Youth Baseball. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We can’t help everyone, but,everyone can help someone” – Dr. Loretta Scott

WHY: Oliphant is CEO of The Conrad Prebys Foundation, a major independent foundation working to strengthen San Diego’s future through a focus
on impact in the arts, medical research and healthcare, youth development,
and higher education. NOTABLE: He was previously president of The Heinz
Endowments in Pittsburgh, one of the nation’s largest regional philanthropies.
SOCIAL IMPACT: He is the immediate past chair of the Center for Effective
Philanthropy, a national organization working to promote better giving. WORDS OFWISDOM: “My former boss Teresa Heinz once said, ‘Places become what people dream,and in the absence of dreams, they become what people fear.’ It was a powerful reminder that great communities
don’t just happen – they are continually created through the power of our collective vision and intention.”

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LUCKY DUCK FOUNDATIONPRESIDENT & CEO, CONRAD PREBYS FOUNDATION

Bring Hopeto a Child Today.
We can do better.
DO N ATE TO DAY

my.neighbor.org/donate

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Michael McHale, President & CEO

St. Paul’s Senior Services

VOTED ONE OF SAN DIEGO’S““As San Diego’s older adult population grows, St. Paul’s Senior Services is creating new and innovative ways toenrich the lives of seniors through transformative programs, community collaborations and strong employee
engagement. This is our commitment to the older adults we serve, our employees, and the community.
- Michael McHale

StPaulsSeniors.org

1(833) STPAULS

info@stpaulseniors.org

St. Paul’s Senior Services is a mission-driven nonprofit in San Diego.
Established 1960.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

TAD SETH PARZEN

ELIZABETH RAMIREZ

WHY: In two years, Parzen has led the Burnham Center for Community
Advancement to becoming one of San Diego’s most influential nonprofit
organizations. NOTABLE: He is known for his ability to develop and implement scalable efforts that solve acute, complex and chronic community andorganizational challenges. SOCIAL IMPACT: He was a board member for
many organizations including San Diego Jazz Ventures. WORDS OF WISDOM:“True success is forged through earnest collaboration, innovation, and a steadfast
dedication to the communities we serve. When facing challenges, I have learned they are
all temporary if we trust in our core values and beliefs to guide us through those moments of uncertainty. And
most of all, care for and celebrate those around you and notice the beauty in everyday moments and things.”

WHY: Ramirez for nearly two years has led the Chicano Federation,
which provides programs and services to communities and familiesof immigrants, refugees and ethnic groups. NOTABLE: She waspreviously Chief Impact Officer for Promises2Kids as well as development director for South Bay Community Services. SOCIAL IMPACT:
She is committee chair for Rotary International and chair for the Association of Raza Educators. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Leading a non profit
is work from the heart and for me, it’s deeply personal. I see my abuelitas, myparents, my tías and tíos in the families we serve. They inspire me to be a better leader every day.”

CHÉRI PIERREBILL RASTETTER

WHY: Chéri Pierre has been CEO, organization management
and sustainability consultant at Computers2Kids for more than 16
years. NOTABLE: Pierre helped grow the group by 200% during
the pandemic, helping provide more than 95,000 computers to kids
being taught remotely. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is a member of theBoard of Advisors for the Alliance for Technology Refurbishing & Reuse Advisory Council. IN HER OWN WORDS: “Technology is no longer
a luxury but a necessity for success.”

WHY: Rastetter is a scientist, entrepreneur and venture capitalist who is co-founder of San Diego Squared. NOTABLE: He is the chair of Neurocrine Biosciences, Fate Therapeutics and Daré Bioscience. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has been
instrumental in building some of San Diego’s most influential companies but felt
many companies aren’t reflective of the communities they serve and that led to
San Diego Squared’s founding. WORDS OF WISDOM: “When faced with a daunting
personal or professional challenge, I’ve always drawn inspiration from Lewis Carroll’s‘Through the Looking Glass.’ The White Queen talking to Alice emphasizes the importanceof believing in what might actually be possible. ‘Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before
breakfast.’ Clearly, the first step in clearing any hurdle is believing that you can do it.”

H. PUENTESNANCY SASAKI

WHY: Puentes co-founded San Diego Squared, a nonprofit focused on increasing diversity in STEM-driven companies through partnerships, programs andfinancial support for high school students, college students and their educators.
NOTABLE: He previously served on the leadership team at CONNECT where
he founded CONNECT ALL @ the Jacobs Center – the region’s first diversity-focused startup accelerator and business resource center. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is
working on bridging the diversity gap in STEM careers through programming, mentorship and scholarship to build a tech sector that reflects the diverse community it serves.
WORDS OF WISDOM: For me – the best words of wisdom I can share come from my brother who has been – without question – the most influential person in my life. “All credit goes to the listeners” – Kalid Puentes

WHY: Sasaki for more than five years has led the United Way of San
Diego, which works to spark community action that elevates people
toward brighter futures. NOTABLE: Sasaki’s more than 35-year professional career has been exclusively served in the nonprofit sector.
SOCIAL IMPACT: She is a board member of San Diego Grantmakers
and San Diego Impact Investors. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Reflecting on
my career journey, I’ve often found that others have recognized potential
in me that I may not have acknowledged myself or even considered. Embracingthese opportunities has enabled me to gain valuable insights into operations, internal teamwork, networking, and the profound influence of leadership qualities that directly impact staff.”

CEO, THE BURNHAM CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ADVANCEMENT

CEO, COMPUTERS2KIDS

CO-FOUNDER, PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO SQUARED

CEO, CHICANO FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY

CO-FOUNDER, SAN DIEGO SQUARED

CEO, UNITED WAY OF SAN DIEGOCONGRATULATIONS
Kristine Entwistle,
CEO Challenged Athletes Foundation
Recognized as one of San Diego’s mostinfluential leaders, Kristine’s commitment tomaking the world a more inclusive place is
exemplary. For over 30 years, the Challenged
Athletes Foundation has been empowering lives
through sport for people with physicaldisabilities.

CHALLENGEDATHLETES.ORG/30YEARSNOVEMBER 13, 2023

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Congratulates Casey Castillo
Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food BankSan Diego Business Journal
SD 500 Finalist

Learn how you can support the Jacobs & Cushman
San Diego Food Bank at SanDiegoFoodBank.org

CONGRATULATIONSTO A LEADER
AND VISIONARY!

Today, we celebrate Chris Megison, our CEO and Co-Founder,
for his well-deserved recognition as one of San Diego’s Most
Influential Business Leaders!
In 1999, Chris made a promise to a little girl sleeping in a shelter to breakthe cycle of homelessness for families and children. Since then, he and the
Solutions for Change team have helped transform over 1,300 families’ lives
and provided a brighter future for over 2,800 children.
You can advance this movement with a gift of just $5 a monthto help more families Crush the Churn of homelessness.
Congratulations, Chris, for your outstanding dedication
to bringing positive change to our community!
Scan Here to
Advance the Movement

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

ELIZABETH SCHOTT

BETH SIRULL

WHY: Schott has worked 15 years overall, including 10 years as CEO, for Accessity, which provides access to capital and support resources to local entrepreneurs. NOTABLE: She manages daily operations, is head of fundraising,oversees communications and develops strategic programming and is in chargeof HR and IT at Accessity. SOCIAL IMPACT: A former mentor with LEAD San
Diego, she is a board member and volunteer with Friends of Franklin Foundation.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will
forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

WHY: Sirull since 2017 has been with the SDJCF, an organization which collaborates withindividuals and organizations, and leverages philanthropic capital for positive impact. NOTABLE: During her tenure, the Foundation has granted nearly $350 million into the community; assets under management have doubled to over $650 million. SOCIAL IMPACT:
She previously served as President and CEO of Pacific Community Ventures, a combined
for-profit/nonprofit organization dedicated to creating jobs in low-income communities. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Between the stimulus and response, there is a space. And in that space lies our freedom and power to choose our responses. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” – Victor Frankl

DANNY SHERLOCKSEAN SPEAR

WHY: Sherlock has been president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubsof Greater San Diego for more than 37 years. NOTABLE: He managed the merger of four independent Boys & Girls Club organizations into one. SOCIAL IMPACT: As an executive and leadershipcoach as well, he fosters the growth and development of emerging
nonprofit leaders so that they and their teams can impact their communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “True leadership only exists if people
follow when they have the freedom not to.” – Jim Collins

WHY: Spear has been president and CEO since 2020 of CHW, which develops affordable housing communities and provides services to low-income working families,
seniors and those with disabilities. NOTABLE: He was previously a top local and state
government leader in community development roles in NYC, SF, LA and Sacramento.
SOCIAL IMPACT: He has developed new project financing structures and billion-dollar
governmental programs to help build better communities for those in greatest need. IN HISOWN WORDS: “Our goal at the end of the day is to hopefully not just put a roof over somebody’s head, but actually come alongside them, support and uplift those households.”

CHRIS SICHELMARK STUART

WHY: Sichel is leading the Conrad Prebys Foundation’s youth and workforce
issues along with program management, medical research, leadership development and nonprofit capacity building efforts. NOTABLE: Sichel was president & CEO of the Make-a-Wish Foundation for 16 years. SOCIAL IMPACT:He has been a member of Rotary Club of San Diego since 2000. WORDS OFWISDOM: “’Create a life that you don’t have to escape from.’ As a native San Diegan, I have been beyond fortunate to grow up, to raise a family and to do deep andmeaningful work in the very community that I was raised in.”

WHY: Stuart is a fundraising and community-building professional with nearly 30 years of experiencein all aspects of operations and leadership. His career has been devoted to helping donors realize
their hopes, dreams and aspirations. NOTABLE: Under Stuart’s leadership, San Diego Foundationand its donors have granted nearly $400 million to nonprofits near and far in the last three years.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Stuart serves on the McDaniel College Board of Trustees and the Certified Fundraising Executives International Board of Directors. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Always make your boss
the hero. Find a boss who you wish to support and make a hero. You will be happier, see more career opportunities and have a professional reference for the rest of your career who will cheer for you like no one else.”

CEO, ACCESSITYPRESIDENT & CEO, JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, COMMUNITY HOUSING WORKSPRESIDENT & CEO, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER SAN DIEGO

VICE PRESIDENT, PROGRAMS, CONRAD PREBYS FOUNDATIONPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO FOUNDATIONLAURA TANCREDI-BAESEPRESIDENT & CEO, HOME START INC.
WHY: Tancredi-Baese for nearly 17 years has been CEO of Home Start Inc.,
which focuses on preventing child abuse and neglect and strengthening
vulnerable families. NOTABLE: She is the founder of several transitional
living programs in San Diego for transition-age homeless youth SOCIALIMPACT: She is a director on the boards of California Coalition for Youth andthe Regional Task Force on Homelessness. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed people can change theworld… in fact it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead

CONGRATULATIONSTODD TIBBITS
President & CEO

SD500

MOST INFLUENTIALPEOPLE IN SAN DIEGOOURIMPACT

337,535*

community
members annuallyymcasd.org

As a leading nonprofit, our Y ismaking a difference in the lives ofnearly 10% of San Diego
County’s population.
*Unduplicated individuals

THE Y IS THE CATALYST TO TRANSFORM LIVES.

CREATING
EQUITABLEOPPORTUNITIESCHILDREN &YOUNG PEOPLE
ENGAGEDA LEADER INEMPLOYMENT

7 million

115,756*

10,819*$fundraisedannually

for Scholarships
and Subsidized Programs
for families, teens, seniors,and children who needus most.

supporting youth
in Overnight Camp, Day Camp,
Swim Lessons, Child Care,
Gymnastics, Sports, Preschool,
Child Care Resource Service
support, Expanded Learning
Program and Youth andFamily Services.
*Unduplicated individuals.

team members
annually
One of the largest employers
in San Diego. Additionally, theYMCA is the number one
employer for teens.
*Unduplicated individuals

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Congratulations
Danny Sherlock on being
selected as one of San
Diego's top business leaders!
Your dedication, guidance,and visionary leadershiphave been instrumental in
our mission to CHANGE LIVESin San Diego's youth. This
recognition is well-deserved,
and we look forward to many
more achievements under
your inspiring leadership.

Visit us at sdyouth.org

Congratulations to Brian Zotti for Being Selected
as San Diego's SD500 Most Influential Leaders!
With a career spanning 20+ years in senior leadership acrosshigher education, ed tech, financial lending industries, and nonprofits. Brian's influence is undeniable.
Currently serving as CEO of Options For All (OFA), Brian's
visionary leadership has steered OFA to new heights, withmultiple locations overseeing a workforce of 400+ andsupporting 1,500 clients throughout the state of California.
Beyond his professional achievements, Brian's altruism shines
through his involvement with San Diego Pride, No Silence, No
Violence, and Diversionary Theatre. His impact is also evident
through his recognition as one of San Diego Business Journal's
50 LGBTQ+ People of Influence in 2022 and 2023.
Brian Zotti's values-driven approach to leading teams thatmake a meaningful impact on the community iscommendable, and we celebrate his well-deserved win as one of San Diego's
Most Influential Leaders.

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Mazel Tov to
Michael Hopkins, CEO

San Diego Business Journal
SD500 Most Influential
People in San Diego

At Jewish Family Service, we
are meeting challenges with
innovative solutions to create astronger and healthier community
where everyone can thrive.
Michael’s leadership keeps us
Moving Forward Together.

www.jfssd.org • Welcoming Everyone

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SBCS’ Kathie Lembo
Recognized In SD500
Kathryn Lembo, President and CEO, has been with SBCS
since 1982. She is responsible to the 12-member Board of
Directors for overall administration of the agency which
operates on an annual budget of over $60 million, employsa staff of over 400 professionals, is supported by over
1,200 community volunteers, and touches the lives of over
50,000 people annually.
It is under Ms. Lembo’s leadership that the organization
has grown from a tiny drop-in center for at risk youth, into
one of the largest social service and community
development agencies serving San Diego County.

SBCSSanDiego.org

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

AKILAH TEMPLETON

JOHN VAN CLEEF

WHY: Templeton since 2020 has been president and CEO of VVSD,
which since 1981 has provided services and support to all veterans
NOTABLE: She oversees VVSD’s annual Stand Down event, which
expands the reach of more than 500 veterans and family members,
children and pets. SOCIAL IMPACT: She was previously the Executive Director of the Los Angeles arm of the nonprofit U.S. VETS Initiative, which provides services to more than 3,000 veterans a day. IN
HER OWN WORDS: “I think we can learn a lot from the people we serve.
They are very resilient. And if they can deal with their challenges, we certainly can.”

WHY: Van Cleef since 2018 has been CEO of Community Resource Center, which focuses on providing safety, stability and self-sufficiency in San
Diego North County. NOTABLE: His work on an endowment campaign
Oregon led to the investment of $70 million into the creation of a center
that transformed an empty lot into a center of activity. SOCIAL IMPACT: He
had previous leadership roles with The Salvation Army, YMCA and Palomar
Health. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I have the audacity to believe that peoples
everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education and culture
for their minds, and dignity, equality, and freedom for their spirits.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

TONY TERAVAINENDEACON JIM VARGAS

WHY: Since 2014, Teravainen has overseen the positioning of STEP as a successful, trusted and viable partner to young military families and transitioning
veterans. NOTABLE: Under his guidance, STEP was created in Southern
California and grew to also serve Washington State. SOCIAL IMPACT: STEP
has assisted more than 100,000 military and veteran family members moveto self-sufficiency through financial counseling intervention and $2.2 million
in grants – with a 90% effectiveness rate. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Whatever
your metric for success is, it will emerge from your persistent, focused efforts andrelationship building. Life, leadership and business are all team sports.”

WHY: Vargas since 2015 has run Father Joe’s Villages, which was founded in1950 and is one of the largest homeless services providers in Southern California. NOTABLE: He oversaw human resource operations for 5,000 employees
across a chain of newspapers in the U.S. and Mexico SOCIAL IMPACT: He is
past board chairman of the Rady’s Children’s Hospital of San Diego Foundationand is deacon of the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego serving the community of Mary, Star of the Sea in La Jolla. WORDS OF WISDOM: Life lesson:“Reflection and discernment leads to prudent decisions.” Favorite quote: “If you judge
people, you have no time to love them.” -- Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta

MEGAN THOMAS

SIDD VIVEK

WHY: Thomas guides Catalyst of San Diego and Imperial Counties toward a vision of a social change ecosystem that improves
residents’ lives. NOTABLE: She was formerly executive director of
San Diego Coastkeeper. SOCIAL IMPACT: She guides Catalyst
as it increases equity-driven, impactful solutions to regional issues.
IN HER OWN WORDS: “Catalyst is nothing without the dedicatedpeople that make up its network, and the community advocates andactivists we work hand in hand with.”

WHY: Vivek has led Junior Achievement of San Diego County since2019, working to empower youths to achieve future economic success. NOTABLE: He was the SD Business Journal CEO of the Yearin 2022. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a member of the board of directors for the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation and The Public Good Projects. WORDS OF WISDOM: “‘Talentis universal; opportunity is not.’ Let’s be the opportunity for talented
people, who may not be as privileged as us, and who will ultimately makeus all better together.”

CHRIS THORNE

GREGG WARD

WHY: Thorne is CEO of the chamber that advocates for business and provides opportunities
for business education and networking. NOTABLE: Thorne is immediate past president andmember of the board of directors of the Gary Sinise Foundation’s San Diego Chapter. SOCIAL IMPACT: With the Gary Sinise Foundation, Thorne helps amplify the group’s mission
creating opportunities to support local veterans, first responders and their families. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “If you won’t believe in yourself, why would you expect anyone else to believe inyou? Life will present you with barriers. Doors will be closed in front of you. Gatekeepers will block
your path. Don’t let them stop you. If you spend your life waiting for permission from others to pursue
your goals, then you’ll be waiting a very long time. Believe in yourself and go get what you want.”

WHY: Ward founded The Center for Respectful Leadership, whichhelps leaders understand the concrete value of respect. NOTABLE:
He founded the Center in 2019 with a vison of building better workplaces through the development of actively respectful cultures. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ward has worked with adults and children as a volunteer Little League umpire since 1998. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I’ve
learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you
did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

CEO & CO-FOUNDER, VETERANS VILLAGE OF SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, SUPPORT THE ENLISTED PROJECT

CEO, CATALYST OF SAN DIEGO AND IMPERIAL COUNTIESCEO, NORTH SAN DIEGO BUSINESS CHAMBERTODD TIBBITSPRESIDENT & CEO, YMCA OF SAN DIEGO COUNTYCEO, COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTERPRESIDENT & CEO, FATHER JOE’S VILLAGESPRESIDENT & CEO, JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SAN DIEGO COUNTYFOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE CENTER FORRESPECTFUL LEADERSHIPBETZY WEINBLATT-LYNCHPRESIDENT & CEO, LAWRENCE FAMILY JCC

WHY: Tibbits runs one of the largest YMCAs in the country, with preCovid revenues of more than $200 million, serving nearly 500,000
San Diego County residents and employing more than 5,500 people.
NOTABLE: Tibbits and his team have established new partnerships
and achieved a record high of $7.5 million through the Y’s annual
fundraising campaign. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is chair of the Border
Coalition for Y-USA, committed to strengthening the relationship withneighbors in Tijuana and Baja California. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Whatyou do speaks so loudly I cannot hear what you say.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

WHY: At the Lawrence Family JCC since 2017, Weinblatt-Lynch sees that the missionof the center is fulfilled – connecting the community to Jewish heritage, identity,
experiences and values. NOTABLE: She has worked more than 20 years in
the Jewish Community Center movement in five communities across the country, including the past nearly seven years in San Diego. SOCIAL IMPACT: The
LJFCC provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for San Diego’s diverse
Jewish community and its greater general community. WORDS OF WISDOM: “To
be a leader, you do not need a crown or robes of office. All you need to do is to write
your chapter in the story, do deeds that heal some of the pain of this world, and act
so that others become a little better for having known you.” – Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

TONYA TOROSIANEMILY YOUNGPRESIDENT & CEO, PROMISES2KIDSVP PROGRAMS, CONRAD PREBYS FOUNDATION

WHY: Torosian leads the group that was founded more than 40 years ago
as the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation of San Diego County, responding to needs of foster children and supporting children removed from theirhomes. NOTABLE: She was previously executive director of the commission
on Children, Youth and Families. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is a board member
with LEAD San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “One hundred years from now
It won’t matter what kind of car I drove what kind of house I lived in how muchmoney I had in the bank nor what my clothes looked like. But the world may be alittle better because I was important In the life of a child.” – Forest Witcraft

WHY: Young is leading the Conrad Prebys Foundation’s arts and health grantmaking and related efforts along with program management, medical research,leadership development and nonprofit capacity building efforts. NOTABLE:
She was VP of community impact at San Diego Foundation. SOCIAL IMPACT:
She helped facilitate collaboratives around climate change, conservation andyouth access to the outdoors, and clean air/water efforts in tribal and other disadvantaged communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: "As I grow older, I am increasingly driven by the need to ensure a brighter future for our children and grandchildren."

SIMONA VALANCIUTE

BRIAN ZOTTI

WHY: Valanciute runs San Diego Oasis, the award-winning organization that works toward successful aging and intergenerational programs. NOTABLE: She has a proven ability to strategically
position and grow complex mission-driven organizations. SOCIALIMPACT: She has a track record of leading organizations from ideas
to significant institutions, delivering impactful grantmaking and fundraising. WORDS OF WISDOM: “As humans, our only superpower is
attitude. And most importantly, kindness. We have the gift of waking up
and choosing our personal kindness every day.”

WHY: Zotti has for nearly four years been president and CEO at Options
For All, which creates and supports opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental challenges. NOTABLE: He provides leadership and strategic direction for OFA’s multiple locations, more than 400
personnel and 1,500 clients throughout the state. SOCIAL IMPACT:He is a member of the board of directors at San Diego Pride and is on
the research advisory council at Harvard Business Review. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of
the people in your charge.” – Garry Ridge, Emeritus CEO of WD-40

PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO OASISPRESIDENT & CEO, OPTIONS FOR ALL

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BOB BROWERJAMES T. HARRIS III

WHY: Bob Brower has been president of PLNU since 1997. He’s a board memberof the San Diego EDC and a director for the SD Regional Chamber of Commerce.
NOTABLE: Before his tenure at PLNU, Brower was president of Nazarene Publishing House. SOCIAL IMPACT: PLNU’s research and service institutes provide
leadership in economic impact research, human trafficking and homelessness.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “I was the first in my family to attend college and there was a
lot I didn’t know. The first day in the dorm a sophomore gave me his sage advice, ‘You’ll
get out of this place what you put into it, so work hard, make friends and enjoy your life.’”

WHY: James Harris has been president at USD since 2015, leading thethschool’s strategic planning process looking toward USD’s 75 anniversary
in 2024. NOTABLE: Harris is creating taskforces that assess and develop
USD’s diverse and inclusive community, expanding sustainability initiatives andenhancing USD’s role as an anchor institution of scholarship, teaching, learning and service. SOCIAL IMPACT: Harris has earned leadership awards fromthe NAACP and the Urban League for his work on defending civil rights. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Pope Francis has often said, ‘A shepherd must smell of their flock.’”

SUNITA “SUNNY” COOKECATRIONA JAMIESONPRESIDENT, POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITYPRESIDENT & SUPERINTENDENT, MIRACOSTA
COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
WHY: Sunita Cook has since 2015 led MiraCosta and has been a recognized California community college CEO for 15 years. NOTABLE:
Under her leadership, MiraCosta has implemented new degrees andcertificates including a biomanufacturing bachelor’s degree. SOCIALIMPACT: She is on the San Diego Regional EDC, co-chairing its Inclusive
Economic Development Steering Committee, t WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be
the change you want to see in the world.” – Ghandi

PRESIDENT, UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGODIRECTOR, UCSD SANFORD STEM CELL INSTITUTE
WHY: Catriona Jamieson is a board-certified hematologist with broad clinical expertisein caring for patients with hematologic malignancies. NOTABLE: Her research includes
analysis of the events involved in the initiation and progression of a variety of blood cancers. SOCIAL IMPACT: Her stem-cell research studies have taken a great leap: fromidentifying a promising treatment in the laboratory to opening and completing the firstclinical trial to target cancer stem cells in humans. WORDS OF WISDOM: “When time lets
slip a little perfect hour, oh take it – for it will not come again.” – Omar Khayyam (The Rubaiyat)

TIMOTHY KEANEADELA DE LA TORREPRESIDENT, SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
WHY: Adela De la Torre has been SDSU’s president since 2018, and is the firstwoman and first Latina to serve as the president of the university. NOTABLE:
She has more than three decades as an economist, public-health researcher
and higher-education leader in California and Arizona. SOCIAL IMPACT: Under
her charge, SDSU received federal designation as an Asian American and Native
American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and has sustained its designation asa Hispanic-Serving Institution. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Very few accomplishments
are individual. Surround yourself with strong people who are willing to have healthy debate, but who ultimately share your core values and vision for making the world better.”

ASHANTI T. HANDS

DEAN, KNAUSS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
WHY: USD appointed Timothy Keane to lead the Knauss School of Business in
2020. NOTABLE: Keane’s career has included leadership positions as a technology entrepreneur at a global Fortune 500 firm and within academia at four
universities. SOCIAL IMPACT: HE is board of directors at the San Diego Regional EDC. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It saddens me greatly to see hatred findpurchase with such ease in our society. Across my more than 40 years of leadership with a Fortune 500 firm, as a tech entrepreneur and at four mission-driven
universities, the one lesson that continues to hold true is that if you lead with love,
people are more trusting, problems are less daunting, and solutions are longer lasting.”

PRADEEP KHOSLACHANCELLOR, UCSDPRESIDENT, SAN DIEGO MESA COLLEGE
WHY: Ashanti Hands has been with San Diego Mesa College for nearly 16
years, including president since June 2022. NOTABLE: Hands leads one of
the largest community colleges in California with 25,000 students, and is an
HSI, AANAPISI and a Military Gold Status Friendly School. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Hands is an equity-focused leader with a deep commitment to diversity, accessand student success. WORDS OF WISDOM: “You either walk inside your story andown it or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness.” – Brené Brown

WHY: Pradeep Khosla has been UCSD’s chancellor since 2012, leading morethan 43,000 students within 11 schools and eight residential colleges. NOTABLE: Khosla initiated and led UCSD’s first-ever Strategic Plan and 10-year,$2 billion campaign for UCSD, which eventually raised $3.05B. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has expanded college access and affordability for underserved populations and initiated interdisciplinary research initiatives to foster collaborationand solve societal challenges. WORDS OF WISDOM: “A mind that is stretched by
new experience can never go back to its old dimensions.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes

National University
Congratulates All 2023 SD500 Honorees!

Dr. Mark D. Milliron

Dr. Nancy Rohland-Heinrich

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTEXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATION& COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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Congratulations

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DE A N T IM K E A NE

on being selected as one of the SD500 Most Influential People in San Diego

Timothy P. Keane, PhD, dean of
the Knauss School of Business at
the University of San Diego, is aformer Fortune 500 executive andtechnology entrepreneur.
Since joining the University of San Diego in 2020,
Dr. Keane has been a tireless advocate for a visionof business stewardship — that businesses have a
responsibility to care for and protect societies inwhich they operate. Dr. Keane helped to cultivate
one of the largest gifts in the university’s history toname the Knauss School of Business and build theKnauss Center for Business Education. Through hisleadership, the school has transformed the student
experience and reached record enrollment at boththe undergraduate and graduate levels.

A BETTER WAY TO BUSINESS sandiego.edu/business

Timothy P. Keane, PhD
Dean, Knauss School of Business
University of San Diego

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P. WESLEY LUNDBURG

STAR RIVERA-LACEY

WHY: P. Wesley Lundburg has been president since 2020 at Miramar College, which is part of the San Diego Community College District and has 14,000 students. NOTABLE: He was a Coast
Guard veteran and has owned and operated a full-service fishing
charter boat company. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is a board member of
211 San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Ships don’t sink because of
the water around them; ships sink because of the water that gets in them.
Don’t let what’s happening around you get inside you and weigh you down.”

WHY: Star Rivera-Lacey has been leading Palomar College since2021 after 23 years as adjunct professor with the SDCCD. NOTABLE: Her Ph.D. dissertation focused on exploring the relationshipbetween low-income, first-generation Latinx community college
students and counselors with a focus on aspiration, achievement
and increasing student success. SOCIAL IMPACT: She has been a
Fellow with the National Community College Hispanic Council. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Education is proof that life circumstances do not determine
your destiny, nor do they confine you to a predetermined path.”

MARK DAVID MILLIRONJESSICA ROBINSON

WHY: Mark David Milliron has been president and CEO at NU since October
2022 where he leads one of the nation’s largest private nonprofit universities.
NOTABLE: He is on the boards of organizations supporting the education
field, including the Trellis Foundation and Bennett College. SOCIAL IMPACT:
He’s been a board member at The Hope Center for College, Community andJustice. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Learning can open pathways to possibility forpeople at so many different ages and stages. At National University, we work hard to
make traveling these pathways possible for nontraditional, working, and military students…
we’re making sure more and more diverse students see that these pathways to possibility are open to them too.”

WHY: Jessica Robinson has been with Cuyamaca College for nearly six
years and president since July 2023. NOTABLE: She is currently partof the Aspen Presidential Fellowship from The Aspen Institute. SOCIALIMPACT: She has devoted her career to attaining equitable success forcommunity college students, borne from her personal history as a first-generation college student and a Latina. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Take every
single part of you that is different, unique, and possibly overlooked and use it as
your superpower. Be unapologetically you, every single day in every possible way.”

PRESIDENT, SAN DIEGO MIRAMAR COLLEGEPRESIDENT & CEO, NATIONAL UNIVERSITYDAN MOSHAVIDEAN, FOWLER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, SAN DIEGO
STATE UNIVERSITY
WHY: Dan Moshavi has served as the Thomas and Evelyn Page
Dean of SDSU’s Fowler College of Business since August 2022.
NOTABLE: He was a faculty member and dean at Montana Stateand San Jose State universities as well as others. SOCIAL IMPACT:He has served as a research fellow for the Nemours Center for Medical
Leadership. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The purpose of education is to create
in a person the ability to see the world for him/herself.” – James Baldwin

SUPERINTENDENT & PRESIDENT, PALOMAR COLLEGEPRESIDENT, CUYAMACA COLLEGE

NANCY ROHLAND-HEINRICH

EVP COMMUNICATIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT,NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
WHY: Nancy Rohland-Heinrich was with the National University Systemfor 34 years and has been with NU for nearly 10 years. NOTABLE: She
has been a board member with Junior Achievement of San Diego County for nearly five years. SOCIAL IMPACT: Among other leadership roles,
she is a USO san Diego and part of MANA de San Diego’s advisory group.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “My many years at National University have taughtme the importance of engaging with the world around us and making a contribution that helps bring together and genuinely improve this region. (The) sense ofservice to the community is in our DNA, and it will always be at the core of our mission.”

LYNN NEAULTMARK SANCHEZ

WHY: Lynn Neault has been leading the GCCCD since 2020, andwas previously with the San Diego CCD for 25 years. NOTABLE:
Neault is a native of Canada but moved to California with her family
as a child. SOCIAL IMPACT: GCCCD’s student population of about
20,000 includes many first-generation college students and those fromunderserved communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Education is the mostpowerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

WHY: Mark Sanchez has been leading Southwestern for nearly three
years. NOTABLE: He has more than 20 years of experience in community college leadership, teaching and instruction and workforce
development. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has developed districtwide implementation of comprehensive race conscious-equity focused instruction, student services and online programs. He has brought students
from diverse backgrounds together to engage in cross-cultural learningand engagement.. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Once you realize that you can dosomething, it would be difficult to live with yourself if you didn’t do it.” – James Baldwin

ELLEN NEUFELDTSEAN M. SCOTT

WHY: Ellen Neufeldt has been leading CSUSM since 2019 and is
the school’s fourth president. NOTABLE: She oversaw the opening of CSUSM’s Innovation Hub, for meeting societal needs. SOCIAL IMPACT: She signed an MOU with the Coalition on Blackand African American Education, working to close gaps related tohistorically underrepresented students. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Leadership knows no bounds when you lead from where you are. I firmly
believe that transformative leadership starts by recognizing the potential
for change in every role, at every level and in every individual across organizations.”

WHY: Sean Scott has been president and dean at Cal Westernsince 2020 and was previously senior associate dean at Loyola
Law School in Los Angeles. NOTABLE: She has received the Student Bar Association’s Excellence in Teaching Award and the BlackLaw Students Association’s Distinguished Faculty Award. SOCIALIMPACT: She speaks frequently on the topic of legal education andthe diversification of the legal academy. WORDS OF WISDOM: “A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where
they don’t necessarily want to go, but ought to be.” – Rosalynn Carter

CHANCELLOR, GROSSMONT-CUYAMACA COMMUNITYCOLLEGE DISTRICTPRESIDENT, CAL STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOSLISA ORDÓÑEZ

DEAN, RADY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, UC SAN DIEGO
WHY: Lisa Ordóñez was appointed Dean of the Rady School of Managementin 2019 and is the school’s second dean. NOTABLE: She is a 2022 San Diego
Business Journal Business Woman of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: She hasbrought a renewed emphasis on equity, diversity and inclusion to the school andhas made strides in increasing the number of female and underrepresented minority faculty at Rady. WORDS OF WISDOM: “As a young professional, I used tothink that leaders had it all under control. Now that I am in a leadership role, I know
how mistaken those beliefs were. But instead of feeling like an imposter because I don’tknow everything, I have chosen to acknowledge my limitations and rely on my team. No successful leader works alone.”

RONALD RAMIREZ

DEAN, COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION,CAL STATE SAN MARCOS
WHY: Ronald Ramirez has been the CoBA’s dean since April 2022, and waspreviously a faculty member at the University of Colorado-Denver. NOTABLE:
Ramirez began his career in private industry, working in the telecommunications,semiconductor and oil industries. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ramirez is a member ofthe Military Affairs Advisory Council. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Mission-driven organizations have an unmatched energy and dedication to accomplishing a sharedgoal. Being part of something much larger than yourself encourages commitment anda resiliency to overcoming challenges.”SUPERINTENDENT & PRESIDENT, SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE

DEAN & PRESIDENT, CAL WESTERN COLLEGE OF LAW

RICKY SHABAZZPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO CITY COLLEGE
WHY: Ricky Shabazz has been president and CEO since 2017at SDCC, where the school is focused on student completion,
success and social justice. NOTABLE: He takes pride in helping
students from diverse communities achieve academic excellenceand building highly effective teams. SOCIAL IMPACT: He serves on
many boards, including Sharp Hospitals, San Diego Workforce Partnership and the Jackie Robinson YMCA. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Leadership is overrated but very necessary. Don’t get caught up in the numbers.
Try to change lives one person at a time.”

DENISE WHISENHUNTPRESIDENT, GROSSMONT COLLEGE
WHY: Denise Whisenhunt has been president at GC since August2021 after a dozen years at SD City College. NOTABLE: She has
a J.D. from The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of
Law. SOCIAL IMPACT: She has dedicated much of her professional
career working with underserved and underprepared populations, witha focus on increasing access and opportunities through equity-based
practices to help students reach their goals. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Mymantra is ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’ by Ghandi.”Fostering peace,working for justiceand leading with love

USD is proud tocongratulate President
James T. Harris III, DEd, on
being named one of
San Diego’s most influential
leaders. Dr. Harris inspires
our campus and ourcommunity to embody
USD’s vision, mission andvalues each and every day.

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VALERIE ATTISHARICK BREGMAN

WHY: Valerie Attisha leads PNC’s advertising, marketing and communications, employee volunteerism, client activities, and community engagement strategies in the San Diego region. NOTABLE: In
her more than two decades working in the nonprofit sector, Attisha
facilitated over $100 million in philanthropic support. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Among the many boards Attisha is on are the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum and The Old Globe. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We make aliving by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill

WHY: Rick Bregman leads the San Diego market for Bank of America, the nation’s
second largest bank with total assets of approximately $2.5 trillion. NOTABLE:
Bregman also serves as the BofA’s National Co-Head of Healthcare Commercial Banking. SOCIAL IMPACT: Bank of America San Diego’s Student Leaders
program connects 300 high schoolers with paid internships with local nonprofits
like Just in Time for Foster Youth and Reality Changers. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be
more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character iswhat you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.” – John Wooden

ESHEL BAR-ADON

DAVID BROOKE

WHY: Eshel Bar-Adon heads the legal affairs and strategic partnerships at Axos Financial, a nationwide bank with approximately $20.3 billion in assets that provides
consumer and business banking products. NOTABLE: Among Axos’ strategic partners is Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, one of the largest insurance and financial services companies in the world. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2021, Axos Bank began recurring quarterly donations of $15,000 to San Diego Rescue Mission. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield
to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.” – Winston Churchill

WHY: Since 2015, David Brooke has led MyPoint – a credit union with over$600 million in assets and 30,000 members. NOTABLE: Brooke is a 2023
SDBJ CEO of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: Brooke is an alumni of the Filene
Research Institute’s prestigious group of credit union executives tasked with
innovating and implementing ideas around helping consumers with finance.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you are a leader, you should never forget that everyone needs encouragement. And everyone who receives it - young or old, successful or less-than-successful, unknown or famous - is changed by it.” – John C. Maxwell

PAUL BARBERTERESA CAMPBELL

WHY: As chairman, Paul Barber has led JMI’s more than 180 investmentswith over 115 exits in software businesses. JMI’s portfolio represents $8
billion in combined revenue, $65 billion in aggregate enterprise value, andover 34,000 jobs. NOTABLE: Barber is a graduate of Stanford University
and Harvard Business School. SOCIAL IMPACT: Barber is a sponsor of
the All Stars Project, which funds opportunities for youth from inner-city communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster;
And treat those two imposters just the same…” – Rudyard Kipling

WHY: Under Teresa Campbell’s leadership, SDCCU’s customer base has
more than doubled to over 437,000 members and grew its assets from justunder $5 billion to $11.3 billion. NOTABLE: Campbell was named one of2022’s Powerful Women in Credit Unions by American Banker. SOCIALIMPACT: Each year, SDCCU raises money for local nonprofits and holds
a Stuff the Bus event to supply school supplies to students in need. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Treat everyone with respect; I don’t ask people to do something
I wouldn’t do. And of course, always do what’s right for the organization.”

BILL BIRNIEBAMBOS CHARALAMBOUS

WHY: Since 2015, Bill Birnie has led Frontwave Credit Union, which serves
123,000 members worldwide, with 13 branch locations. NOTABLE: Birnie is a25-year veteran of the US Marine Corps, retiring at the rank of Sergeant Major
with combat service in Operations Desert Storm in Kuwait and United Shield in
Somalia. SOCIAL IMPACT: Birdie serves on the boards of directors of the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, Camp Pendleton Historical Society and the Moonlight
Cultural Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Some people wonder all their lives ifthey’ve made a difference. The Marines don’t have that problem.” – Ronald Reagan

WHY: Bambos Charalambous’ team provides wealth management advice, strategies andservices to successful individuals, family offices, foundations and endowments throughout San Diego. NOTABLE: Charalambous’ more than 15 years of financial services experience includes serving in J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s Europe, Middle East and Africa
Strategy Team. SOCIAL IMPACT: JPMorgan San Diego’s Market Leadership Team supports local nonprofits like the Chicano Federation, San Diego Workforce Partnership and the
Honor Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The highest form of wisdom is kindness.” – the Talmud

VP, CLIENT & COMMUNITY RELATIONS , PNC BANKEVP & CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, AXOS FINANCIAL INC.

CHAIRMAN, JMI EQUITYPRESIDENT & CEO, FRONTWAVE CREDIT UNION

MARKET PRESIDENT, SAN DIEGO, BANK OF AMERICAPRESIDENT & CEO, MYPOINT CREDIT UNIONPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNIONMANAGING DIRECTOR, MARKET TEAM LEAD, J.P.
MORGAN PRIVATE BANK, SAN DIEGO

Board for any wave.
Bank for any condition.
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DAVID CREAN

STEVE ESPINO

WHY: David Crean, founder of Cardiff Advisory, is a longtime financial
leader in healthcare and life science industries. NOTABLE: In 2023,
Crean co-founded CEOthreesixty – a peer-to-peer advisory program
for life sciences CEOs to collaborate and solve business issues. SOCIAL IMPACT: Crean is chairman emeritus of Alzheimer’s Association
San Diego/Imperial and is active in the boards or committees of The Charter School of San Diego, CEOs Against Cancer and Women in Bio. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Innovate or stagnate. Be willing to disrupt your own business model before others do.”

WHY: In 2002, Steve Espino helped form a community bank thatlater merged into Banner. He then worked as senior VP at AmericanWest Bank for 10 years before returning Banner in 2015. NOTABLE: Espino has been playing guitar for more than 50 years andorganized his first band at age 13. SOCIAL IMPACT: Each year, Banner holds a fall food drive for the San Diego Food Bank. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by thethings that you didn’t do…Sail away from the safe harbor…Explore. Dream. Discover” – Mark Twain

DAVID DIAMONDKIM FOLSOM

WHY: David Diamond has over four decades of experience in public accounting
and currently serves as CBIZ managing director and MHM’s National Life Sciences & Technology Practice Leader. NOTABLE: Diamond has been integral
in taking many San Diego companies public, including Organovo Holdings Inc.
and Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. SOCIAL IMPACT: Diamond has served on theboards or committees of the World Affairs Council, San Diego World Trade Center, UCSD Connect and Biocom California. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My philosophy
in life and business is: ‘Givers gain.”

WHY: Kim Folsom is founder and leader of Founders First Capital Partners, the firstrevenue-based financier and online accelerator focused on growing million-dollar
small businesses. NOTABLE: In 2022, Inc. named Founders First to its inauguralPower Partner Awards for B2B orgs that help grow startups. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Folsom also founded LIFT Development Enterprises, Inc., a nonprofit community-development organization helping underrepresented small business owners
overcome challenges due to lack of access to capital. QUOTABLE: “While everybody focuses on unicorns, we focus on their cousins: the zebras and the Clydesdales.”ERIC ELLINGSENSTEPHEN FRIEDMAN

WHY: Eric Ellingsen worked his way from junior accountant to lead California
Bank & Trust, which in 2022 had assets of $91 billion. NOTABLE: In addition to managing CB&T’s credit and lending and its Commercial Banking
division, Ellingsen also sits on the executive committee of Zions Bancorporation – CB&T’s parent company. SOCIAL IMPACT: CB&T offers community
development grant programs and an array of resources for women- and minority-owned businesses. QUOTABLE: “At CB&T we’re dedicated to championing the people and businesses building California, so it’s an honor to be recognized.”

WHY: As Regional President Stephen Friedman leads Pacific Premier’s San
Diego and Orange County markets. NOTABLE: In addition to a career in banking that began in 1987, Friedman has worked as CFO for a bagel bakery franchiser, a large Burger King franchise and was owner of Jody’s Baking Co., acommercial bakery in San Diego. SOCIAL IMPACT: Pacific Premier supports
JVS SoCal’s BankWork$ program, a free job-training program for low- to moderate-income individuals. QUOTABLE: “For me, it’s about how to really improve
everything at the margins. I don’t need to turn the thing upside down and reinvent it.”

DEBBIE ESCOBEDO

GREG GARRABRANTS

WHY: Under the leadership of Debbie Escobedo, Balboa Thrift & Loan has grown
to about 120 employees across four locations in California – its headquarters
in Chula Vista and branches in Claremont, La Quinta and Fresno. NOTABLE:
In 2018, Escobedo became the industrial loan company’s first female Latina
named president and CEO since the company was founded in 1981. SOCIALIMPACT: Balboa staff and leadership provide volunteer service to local clubs andcivic organizations. QUOTABLE: “I've seen the finance industry go through recessions and peaks, and I can happily say that I am confident in the future of our service ..."

WHY: Under the leadership of Greg Garrabrants, the $20.3 billion, federally chartered Axos Bank has ranked as one of the highest performing banks in the country. S&P Global Market Intelligence named Axos one of the nation’s top five publicthrifts 11 years in a row. NOTABLE: Garrabrants’ career includes stints at Goldman
Sachs and McKinsey & Company. SOCIAL IMPACT: Axos Bank gives to local
nonprofits, including the SEAL Family Foundation and San Diego Rescue Mission.
QUOTABLE: “Our consistent growth and profitability through various economic cycles are a testament to the diversity of our businesses and strong execution by our team.”

FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER, CARDIFF ADVISORY LLCMANAGING DIRECTOR, CBIZ MHM SAN DIEGOPRESIDENT & CEO, CALIFORNIA BANK & TRUSTPRESIDENT & CEO, BALBOA THRIFT & LOAN

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MARK GRESCOVICHCHRIS MARSH

WHY: Mark Grescovich is responsible for all operations of Banner Corporation – a $10 billion multi-bank holding company with 190 branches
in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California and Utah. NOTABLE: Under
Grescovich’s leadership, Banner’s net client relationships grew 93% since2009 and Banner was named one of Forbes Top 50 Most Trustworthy
Financial Institutions. SOCIAL IMPACT: Each year, Banner holds a fall
food drive for the San Diego Food Bank. WORDS OF WISDOM: “When
we focus on taking good care of the client, everything else takes care of itself.”

WHY: Chris Marsh brings more than two decades of UBS wealth management experience to his role of managing director and has worked with advisor teams from aroundthe world on strategies for growing UBS’ global business. NOTABLE: Prior to joining
UBS, Marsh held professional roles in technology, business development, consulting,and business coaching. SOCIAL IMPACT: Marsh’s participation in philanthropic organizations in San Diego includes Ronald McDonald House Charities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “When we do what we do best, we turn it into action and make measurable impact.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, BANNER BANKMANAGING DIRECTOR, WEALTH MANAGEMENT, UBS
FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

ASHOK KAMALASHISH MASIH

WHY: Ashok Kamal leads NuFund Venture Group – formerly known as Tech
Coast Angels, San Diego - one of the largest and most successful early-stage
technology investor groups in the region. NOTABLE: Since 2018, Kamal has also
served as Entrepreneur in Residence at UC San Diego’s Office of Innovation &Commercialization. SOCIAL IMPACT: Kamal is an Entertainers 4 Education Allianceboard member, providing strategy, marketing plans, program curricula and fundraising support for the organization. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Business is a war of attrition.”

WHY: Ashish Masih leads Encore Capital Group, an international specialty
finance company with 2022 revenues of $1.4 billion, international operations
and more than 6,600 employees. NOTABLE: In 2022, Masih was reappointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to serve a second consecutive
two-year term on the U.S.-India CEO Forum. SOCIAL IMPACT: Masih is atrustee on The Conference Board’s Committee for Economic Development.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Credit is the lifeblood of all modern economies andEncore Capital Group plays an essential role in enabling this credit ecosystem.”

TODD LANEMARY ANN MCGARRY

WHY: Todd Lane has led Cal Coast since 2014, growing the credit
union to $3.6 billion in assets, nearly 200,000 members, 26 branches,
60 shared branch locations and offering online and mobile banking and
30,000 fee-free ATMs nationwide. NOTABLE: Lane has over 30 yearsof executive finance industry leadership experience. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Lane sits on the boards of the Cal Coast Cares Foundation, SDSU Alumni
and the Neighborhood House Association. WORDS OF WISDOM: “There is
only one thing I ask of myself and those I work with: Make us a better company.”

WHY: Since 2020, Mary Ann McGarry is a Director of Guild Holdings Company. After serving as CEO of Guild Mortgage Company LLC for 16 years, Mary
Ann retired in June 2023. NOTABLE: Over her 39-year career, McGarry has
been recognized by multiple business publications including Ernst & Youngand the San Diego Business Journal. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is a partner inthe MBA Open Doors Foundation and is founder of the Guild Giving Foundation.
QUOTABLE: At a HousingWire event in October 2022, McGarry said: “… empowering your colleagues and having confidence in them as well as yourself is important.”

JOHN MAGUIREJOSEPH MISHRIKI

WHY: John Maguire leads Torrey Pines Bank’s operations throughout Southern California and also oversees Small Business Banking
for TPB’s parent company Western Alliance Bank. NOTABLE: Maguire was a founding member of Torrey Pines Bank in 2003. SOCIAL IMPACT: Maguire has been actively involved with the YMCA
for more than 25 years and is a former board chair for the YMCA of
San Diego County. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It’s about relationships: connecting, supporting, and contributing to a thriving San Diego for 20 years.”

WHY: Joseph Mishriki has led Wells Fargo Bank’s San Diego, Imperial
County and Inland Empire Region since 2009. NOTABLE: Mishriki has
been with Wells Fargo, the nation’s third largest bank, since 1992 when hestarted working as a teller. SOCIAL IMAPCT: Mishriki is an advisory board
member at Cal State San Marcos, a former executive board member at CSUF
Mihaylo College of Business and Economics and a former board member ofUnited Way San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you fall, they tell you to get
up. I say if you fall, try to fall forward, and then still get up; every little action helps.”

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VENTURE GROUPPRESIDENT & CEO, CALIFORNIA COAST CREDIT UNIONDIVISION CEO, TORREY PINES BANKCongratulations
to Encore Capital Group’s
President & CEO

Ashish Masih
for being selected
as one of San Diego’s Most
Influential People

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

A.J. MOYER

JACK PERKINSWHY: A.J. Moyer since 2016 has led C3bank, a customer focused banking institution with offices in Encinitas, San Marcos, Riverside and one opening soonin Nashville, Tennessee. NOTABLE: Before joining C3 in 2014 as CFO, Moyer
was vice president of business development and strategy for the Behr Paint
Company. SOCIAL IMPACT: Moyer created and led C3bank’s CARES team,which during the pandemic funded PPP loans for around 500 local businesses.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “The strength of the team is each individual member. The
strength of each member is the team.” – Phil Jackson

WHY: Jack Perkins founded CFO Hub in 2017, offering fractional financial services of CFOs, controllers, HR professionals andaccountants to businesses, nonprofits and government contractors. NOTABLE: In 2023, Perkins published articles in Forbes andInc. SOCIAL IMPACT: Perkins serves on the Finance Committee
for sustainability-oriented San Diego nonprofit Kitchens for Good.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Energy and persistence conquer all things.”– Benjamin Franklin

STEVE O’CONNELL

ALAN PROHASKA

WHY: Steve O’Connell is president and CEO of California Credit Union, which hasover $4.5 billion in assets, 24 branch locations across Southern California and serves
200,000 members. NOTABLE: As CEO of North Island Credit Union, in 2017 O’Connell led the merger with California Credit Union. SOCIAL IMPACT: California Credit
Union partners with military organizations such as Morale, Welfare and Recreation,
the USS Midway, Wings Over America and Wounded Warriors. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Start each day knowing you can make a difference. End each day knowing that you did.”

WHY: Under Alan Prohaska’s leadership, PNC has grown to 140 employees acrossthe county and provides a full suite of services from Retail Banking to Mortgage
Lending to Corporate Banking. NOTABLE: Prohaska also heads up all of PNC’scharitable giving in San Diego through the PNC Foundation. SOCIAL IMPACT:
He sits on the board of the YMCA, Symphony, and Regional EDC. WORDS OFWISDOM: “The essence of being human is imperfection. Know that you’re going to
make mistakes. Failure is simply a price we pay to achieve success.” – John C. Maxwell

CHIP PARKER

MANUEL RODRIGUEZ

WHY: Chip Parker is a “venture scientist” who leads Labx Ventures, a funddriven by pure science, algorithms and rules engines to predict a company’s
likelihood of success or failure. NOTABLE: Parker is founder or co-founder of several companies and investment funds, including RELAM Internet,
moviegoers.com, Tech Coast, InLab Ventures, Leading Ventures and Leading BioSciences. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Venture Science technology is thenext generation paradigm shift of an industry long awaiting its own evolution.”

WHY: Manuel Rodriguez leads U.S. Bank’s company-wide efforts and activities in San
Diego County and chairs the San Diego market’s charitable foundation committee.
NOTABLE: Rodriguez has more than 20 years of banking experience, including a 12year stint at Wells Fargo working his way from analyst to vice president positions. SOCIAL IMPACT: Rodriguez serves on the boards of the San Diego Regional Economic
Development Corporation, Junior Achievement and the Downtown San Diego Partnership.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin

JULIAN PARRAALEX RODRIGUEZ

WHY: In May of 2023, Julian Parra became head of Western Alliance Bank’s Commercial & Industrial Banking. NOTABLE: Prior
to that, Parra worked his way from Accounting Analyst to Regional
Commercial Banking Executive at Bank of America. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Parra is Immediate Past Chairman of the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Leadership is about
being in the service of others. Be a coach, mentor or sponsor. Don’t be just a boss.”

WHY: Alex Rodriguez has been Senior VP/Relationship Manager
with Enterprise Bank & Trust for 14 years. NOTABLE: He holds
a graduate degree from the prestigious Pacific Coast Banking
School, in part of the Foster Graduate School of Business at the
University of Washington. SOCIAL IMPACT: Rodriguez is a member of the board of directors for ACCESSITY, whose mission it is toopen doors of financial opportunity, primarily to entrepreneurs of color,
women, and immigrants. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Each day is a new day.
Never worry about problems that have a solution, only worry about those that do not have one.”PRESIDENT & CEO, C3BANKPRESIDENT & CEO, CALIFORNIA CREDIT UNIONPRESIDENT & CEO, LABX VENTURES

HEAD OF COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL BANKING,WESTERN ALLIANCE BANKFOUNDER & CEO, CFO HUB

REGIONAL PRESIDENT & HEAD OF CORPORATE BANKING, PNC BANKMARKET PRESIDENT, U.S. BANKSVP/RELATIONSHIP MANAGER, ENTERPRISE BANK & TRUSTCongratulations,Debra!
Thank you for your leadership,
generosity in giving to the community,and for your incredible 17 years ofservice at Mission Fed.
Your Mission Fed Family

35 | Finance

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

AARON RYANMANAGING DIRECTOR, REGION HEAD, SAN DIEGOMIDDLE MARKET BANKING, JPMORGAN CHASE
WHY: As region head and middle market banking manager for JPMorgan
Chase, Ryan leads a team responsible for servicing the needs of San Diego
mid-size businesses, nonprofits and municipalities. NOTABLE: Ryan is a graduate of Vista High and has spent his entire professional career in Southern California. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ryan co-leads JPMorgan’s Market Leadership Team, whichleads the bank’s philanthropic endeavors. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Life isn’t about being
perfect, it’s about taking wrong turns but enjoying the unexpected views.”

DEBRA SCHWARTZ

CEO, MISSION FEDERAL CREDIT UNIONPAUL THIELPRESIDENT, NORTHERN TRUST, SAN DIEGO REGION
WHY: Paul Thiel is president of Northern Trust San Diego. He is also finance chair on theboard of the La Jolla Institute for Immunology. NOTABLE: Thiel’s career also includes
co-founding an AI technology company. He is a current member of the NuFund investor
group and is Chairmen’s Roundtable Chairman Emeritus. SOCIAL IMPACT: Thiel isgovernance chair of the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Inertia
is the most powerful force in business. Causing change to happen is the single biggest
challenge once a company has momentum. Strategy of change is easy. Execution is hard.”

DALE YAHNKEPARTNER, CORIENT

WHY: Debra Schwartz has led San Diego-headquartered Mission Federal
Credit Union for more than 16 years. NOTABLE: Schwartz also serves asvice chair on the executive committee of the National Association of Federal
Credit Unions – an organization she has been a board member of for over
11 years. SOCIAL IMPACT: Schwartz is currently serving as board chair for
Junior Achievement of San Diego County. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The customer experience can never exceed the employee experience.” – John Spence

WHY: For more than 30 years, Dale Yahnke built Dowling & Yahnke to become
San Diego’s second largest independent wealth management firms. In 2022,
he and partner Mark Dowling sold the firm to CI Financial. NOTABLE: Yahnke
was named to the Barron’s Advisor Hall of Fame in 2019. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Yahnke is on the boards of Rady Children’s Hospital Foundation and Voices forChildren. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Surround yourself with high integrity, talented
people and you will be able to accomplish so much more than by yourself.”

STEVEN SEFTONDAN YATESPRESIDENT, ENDEAVOR BANK
WHY: Steven Sefton leads Endeavor Bank, a publicly traded andcommunity focused business bank headquartered in downtown San
Diego. NOTABLE: In 2023, Sefton led Endeavor in the opening of its
third location – an East County office La Mesa. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Sefton is an Advisory Board and Finance Committee Member for
The Salvation Army. QUOTABLE: “Our competitive differentiator is“consultative banking”, which simply means we enjoy making key business connections (to help companies scale) and we facilitate brainstorming sessions to help identify solutions/ideas to tackle pressing business issues.”

CEO & CO-FOUNDER, ENDEAVOR BANK
WHY: In 2017, Dan Yates co-founded Endeavor – the first new bankin San Diego in 10 years, which is now a publicly-traded bank serving businesses. NOTABLE: In 2022, Endeavor was ranked first in
California and 15th in the nation by CB-Resource, Inc.; and tied forfirst place as the most profitable de novo bank according to S&P
Market Intelligence. SOCIAL IMPACT: Yates is executive vice chairand board member of the Conrad Prebys Foundation. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Embrace change, empower your team, and lead with a vision that inspires greatness in your organization.”

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

HELEN ADAMSDOUGLAS BRYANT

WHY: Helen Adams is an experienced Lead Independent Directorand Audit Committee Chair, notably for Immix Biopharma. NOTABLE: In 2023, Adams was named a Corporate Director’s Forum
Director of the Year in the Companies in Transition category. SOCIAL IMPACT: She has served on the boards of the Athena San
Diego Scholarship Foundation and the Cal State San Marcos Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well
not have lived at all – in which case, you fail by default.” - J.K. Rowling

WHY: Douglas Bryant leads QuidelOrtho, a manufacturer ofhealthcare diagnostics products with more than 7,000 employees and serving customers worldwide. NOTABLE: Under Bryant’s leadership, QuidelOrtho revenue spikes sixfold from 2019
to 2022, from $535 million to more than $3 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT: QuidelOrtho supports the American Heart Association’sannual Heart Walk, among many other community events andprograms. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Great execution is a functionof things done well – at speed. And speed requires focus.”

DAWN BARRYJOE BURNETT

WHY: Following a 12-year stint as VP of Applied Genomics at Illumina,
Dawn Barry co-founded LunaDNA – a venture backed Public Benefit
Corporation, which is the first genomic and medical research database owned by its community. NOTABLE: Barry was San Diego
Business Journal’s 2017 Business Women of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: Barry is on the Alzheimer’s Association Emeritus Board andis a committee member on the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development Entrepreneurship Task Force. QUOTABLE: “By engaging with people, not as recruitment targets but as invaluable participants in solving a puzzle they care about, we can reshape research.”

WHY: As President and CEO of ClearPoint Neuro, Joe Burnett led
the company through its rebranding from MRI Interventions andpivoting its product from neurosurgery navigation to more of atherapy-enabling tool. NOTABLE: Burnett has been in the medical device industry his entire career, starting in 1999 as an R&D
engineer at Guidant. SOCIAL IMPACT: ClearPoint is a supporterof the Parkinson’s Association of San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM:“There is nothing you keep. There is only your reflection” – Andy Hull,
Manchester Orchestra

ARCHIE BELLAAARON BYZAK

WHY: Archie Bella leads Operation Samahan, a Federally QualifiedHealth Center (FQHC) that serves the San Diego County community. NOTABLE: Bella has led and served FQHCs and medical groups throughout the state, including Eisenhower Medical
Associates in Palm Springs, Gloria Nelson Center in Delano andAdvanced Adult Clinic in Bakersfield. SOCIAL IMPACT: OpSam
was founded to help immigrant communities that lack finances andlanguage skills to navigate the health care system. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Vision guides strategies. Strategies with clear path to execution
guides transformation.”

WHY: Aaron Byzak leads partnerships and affiliations, businessdevelopment, marketing, communications, government affairs,
community engagement, and employee engagement at Tri-City
Medical Center in Oceanside. NOTABLE: In 2023, Byzak led thecreation of a multifaceted employee engagement program at thehospital and helped advise the hospital’s leadership on affiliation
goals and recommendations. SOCIAL IMPACT: Byzak is founderand Chief Advocate of Hazel’s Army, an organization that advocatesfor vulnerable populations. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Think strategically;
act opportunistically.”

DANIEL BRADBURY

JAMES CALLAGHAN, JR.

WHY: Daniel Bradbury is a life sciences executive with over 30
years of experience. He in executive chair or director positions atmany life science companies, including Equillium, Persephony Biosciences, Abilita Bio and Amplo Biotechnology. NOTABLE: Bradbury was awarded a Lifetime Achievement award by the Corporate
Director’s Forum in 2023. SOCIAL IMPACT: Bradbury serves on
the Board of Trustees of the Keck Graduate Institute. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage tocontinue that counts.” – Winston S. Churchill

WHY: James Callaghan, Jr. leads Mental Health Systems, Inc., which
employs over 950 people throughout California and has annual revenues north of $120 million. NOTABLE: Callaghan has 10 years
of nonprofit governance experience, more than 20 years of development and entitlement experience and 20 years of construction
experience. SOCIAL IMPACT: Callaghan is on the executive boardof the Alliance for Regional Solutions and is a member of the San
Diego Non-Profit Association. QUOTABLE: “Our agency was established to improve people's lives and instill hope by using new and creative treatment strategies while respecting time-proven methods of intervention.”

DAVID BRENNERCARIN CANALE-THEAKSTON

WHY: David Brenner has experience leading top research institutes in San Diego and currently leads the Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute. NOTABLE: As UC San Diego Vice
Chancellor, he guided nearly $2 billion in expansions that included
the opening of the Jacobs Medical Center. WORDS OF WISDOM:“The Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, ‘A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, theysay: We did it ourselves.’ That’s what translating science into health is
all about – creating an environment of collaboration and discovery.”

WHY: Carin Canale-Theakston founded and leads Evoke Canale, one of the largest life science strategic communication firms
in the U.S., including billion-dollar public companies such as Amgen and Johnson & Johnson NOTABLE: Canale-Theakston wasnamed “Woman of the Year” in 2016 by California Assembly Speaker Emeritus Toni Atkins. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is board chair of
Horizons Francis Parker School, a nonprofit that creates academic
and social-emotional learning programs. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Great
things in business are never done by one person, they’re done by a teamof people.” – Steve Jobs

KATE BRODERICKJILL COLLINS

WHY: Kate Broderick led the TriLink’s development of its CleanCap
reagent, which has been pivotal for mRNA technologies deployedin many global and commercial manufacturing programs, including the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 mRNA vaccine Comirnaty. NOTABLE: In 2023, Broderick named to the 2023 PharmaVoice 100
list, which recognizes the most inspiring leaders in the life sciences.
SOCIAL IMPACT: The Maravai LifeSciences Foundation supports
a variety of nonprofits including Curebound and Voices for Children.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “The noblest cause in science is to dedicate yourlife to developing life-changing medicines.”

WHY: Jill Collins leads Audacity Health, an analytics, strategy
and creative company that serves the life sciences industry. NOTABLE: Collins has served as an official member of the Forbes
Agency Council since 2021. She is also a 2023 SDBJ CEO of theYear. SOCIAL IMPACT: Collins financially supports St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Women Who Code and Feeding America. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Science and the world around us are constantly evolving,
you must adapt to succeed.”

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CEO & CMO, OPSAM HEALTHEXECUTIVE CHAIR & CO-FOUNDER, EQUILLIUM INC.

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CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICER, TRI-LINK
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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

JAMI DEBRANGO-PALUMBOERIC DUBE

WHY: Jami DeBrango-Palumbo leads Foundation Medicine’s Client Services, Supply Chain, Tech Ops, and Global Lab Operations
team with a focus on quality molecular insights, process excellence
and a customer experience. NOTABLE: Before joining Foundation,
she was vice president and global head of sequencing operations
at Roche. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2016, she founded Kristin’s Fund,an organization dedicated to bringing awareness to and preventing
domestic violence. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My advice as a woman ina predominantly male industry is ‘life is short, wear the heels.’ Honor. Empower. Embrace. Lead. Success.”

WHY: Eric Dube leads Travere Therapeutics, a company dedicated to finding treatments for rare diseases. In 2023, he helped Travere Therapeutics successfully raise $230 million in capital. NOTABLE: Dube is a 2023 San Diego Business Journal CEO of theYear. SOCIAL IMPACT: Dube serves on the steering committee for
the Rare Disease Diversity Coalition and is championing ways toimprove access to care by removing barriers for underserved communities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I see the CEO role in biotech as
one of finding great people and then giving them the vision and space
to do their great work.”

GEORGE DEVRIESMICK FERRELL

WHY: George DeVries co-founded American Specialty Health in1987 and has since grown the company to become one of the largest health services organizations in the U.S. NOTABLE: DeVries
was a San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year in 2022. SOCIAL IMPACT: DeVries is on the Board of Trustees of the Culver
Academies. WORDS OF WISDOM: “People always make the difference. Whether it’s a challenge you are trying to face, it’s the people that make the difference overcoming it.”

WHY: Mick Ferrell leads ResMed, the global leader in manufacturing
innovative medical products and digital health solutions for treating
and managing respiratory conditions, such as sleep apnea. NOTABLE: In 2023, ResMed posted record revenue of $4.2 billion.
SOCIAL IMPACT: The ResMed Foundation provides support for
STEM and Arts education within San Diego County. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Without the help and support of your colleagues, you aredead in the water. With it, you can move mountains.”

ROB DOUGLAS

JANE FINLEY

WHY: Rob Douglas has served as ResMed president since 2013and chief operating officer since 2011. He has been operations
leadership at the sleep apnea device market leader since 2001.
NOTABLE: Douglas also sits on the board of directors of Globus
Medical, a top 100 medical device manufacturing company. SOCIAL IMPACT: The ResMed Foundation contributes a percentage
of its annual budget to promote community causes in the areas ofeducation as well as the arts in San Diego County. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Always do the right thing for patients and each other.”

WHY: Jane Finley manages all the Kaiser Permanente facilities in
San Diego, including its hospitals and 24 medical offices and its
more than 7,700 employees. NOTABLE: Finley is a past chair of the
Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties. SOCIALIMPACT: She currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the San
Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Always begin
with the end in mind. And remember, the best way to succeed is to
do what you love. Passion and purpose equals success.”

SVP, CLIENT SERVICES & GLOBAL OPERATIONS,FOUNDATION MEDICINECHAIRMAN & CEO, AMERICAN SPECIALTY HEALTHPRESIDENT & COO, RESMED

Jane Finley,
Senior Vice President
and Area Manager
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
Thank you for your dedication andcommitment to the well-being of
Kaiser Permanente’s more than 630,000
members throughout San Diego County,
and for your passion for improving thehealth of the communities Kaiser
Permanente serves.
Congratulations on being honored as one of
San Diego’s 500 most influential people!
kp.org/sandiego

PRESIDENT & CEO, TRAVERE THERAPEUTICSCHAIRMAN & CEO, RESMED

SVP & AREA MANAGER, KAISER PERMANENTE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

KERRY FORDEKEVIN GORMAN

WHY: Since September 2022, Kerry Forde manages operationsof Kaiser Permanente’s San Diego facilities, including its hospitals and 24 medical offices. Prior to that, she served Kaiser as
Chief Nurse Executive. NOTABLE: Forde began her career as aregistered nurse in 1992 at London’s Chelsea and Westminster
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. She also worked in London as aregistered midwife. WORDS OF WISDOM: “True success is helping
others reach their full potential. There is no more meaningful investment a leader can make than providing their employees with the resources
they need to succeed.”

WHY: Kevin Gorman is CEO of Neurocrine Biosciences and waspart of the company’s founding in 1993. NOTABLE: Prior to that,
Gorman was a principal at Avalon Medical Partners, L.P., where
he was responsible for the early-stage founding of the company
and several others such as Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Metra Biosystems and ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. SOCIAL IMPACT: Gorman
oversees Neurocrine’s support for Ocean Discovery Institute and
San Diego Squared. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It is the drive, passion
and commitment of each employee to relieve patient suffering and enhance
lives that inspires me every day.”

PATRICIO FRIASDIANE HANSEN

WHY: Patricio Frias has over two decades of experience in medicine
and has led Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego now for over four
years. NOTABLE: In 2023, Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego wasnamed by U.S. News & World Report to its Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals
nationwide. SOCIAL IMPACT: Frias is on the Board of Trustees of
the Rady Children’s Hospital Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “AtRady Children’s, we believe in mission first and people always.”

WHY: Diane Hansen has led Palomar Health, the largest hospital
district in California, to be named “Best Regional Hospital” by U.S.
News & World Report, “World’s Best Hospitals” by Newsweek and“America’s 250 Best Hospitals” by Healthgrades. NOTABLE: In
2023, Hansen was named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s prestigious
annual list of “177 Women Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know.”
SOCIAL IMPACT: Palomar Health partners with Camp HOPE America
to provide a camping and mentoring program focused on children andteens exposed to abuse. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I believe success stems
from dedication, innovative thinking and a profound commitment to our community’s well-being.”

MARK GERGENNEIL HATTANGADICHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, KAISER PERMANENTEPRESIDENT & CEO, RADY CHILDREN’S HOSPITALEXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, POSEIDA THERAPEUTICS
WHY: Mark Gergen has been with Poseida Therapeutics since
2018, first as Chief Business Officer and Chief Financial Officer,
then as President and Chuief Business Officer in 2020, then as
CEO in 2022, before stepping down and remaining as Executive
Chairman in 2023. NOTABLE: In his tenure, Gergen led Poseida’s
potential $6 billion deal with Roche, a potential $3.6 billion deal with
Takeda and a $50 million deal with Astellas. QUOTABLE: “I am proudof the progress Poseida has made since I joined the company almost
six years ago. It has been an honor to work with the Poseida team to makesignificant advances in our capabilities and position.”

Kerry Forde, RN
Chief Operating Officer
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
Thank you Kerry, for your leadership ofKaiser Permanente’s San Diego and Zion
Medical Centers, and your commitment tothe safe, high-quality care, and superiorcare experience our members receive eachand every day.
Congratulations on being recognized
as one of San Diego’s mostinfluential people!

kp.org/sandiego

PRESIDENT & CEO, NEUROCRINE BIOSCIENCES

CEO, PALOMAR HEALTH

CEO, CORTICA

WHY: Neil Hattangadi is CEO of Cortica, a health clinic serving
children with neurodevelopment conditions he co-founded withwife Suzanne Goh in 2017 and has grown to 23 centers in sevenstates. NOTABLE: Hattangadi is a 2023 SDBJ CEO of the year.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Cortica is a supporter of the San Diego Racefor Autism. QUOTABLE: “As important as it was to engineer the rightclinical model – which is a whole child, whole family model that’s different from the typical fragmented treatment landscape – it was equallyimportant to figure out how to make this accessible …”

CONGRATULATIONS
Ernest Rady

Patrick Frias, M.D.

Stephen Jennings

Founder, Chairman and CEO,American Assets Trust

President andChief Executive Officer,
Rady Children’s Hospital

Chief External Affairs Officer andSenior Vice President,
Rady Children’s Hospital

On being named one of
San Diego's top leadersThank you for being champions for children in San Diego and beyond.
It is your leadership and commitment to pediatric excellence that
helped propel Rady Children's to join the ranks of the top 10 children's
hospitals in the nation. On behalf of our entire Rady Children’s family,
congratulations on this well-deserved honor.

www.RCHSD.org

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MELISSA HAYDEN-COOK

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

PRESIDENT & CEO, SHARP HEALTH PLAN

CHRISTOPHER HOWARD

WHY: Since joining Sharp Health Plan in 2005, Melissa HaydenCook has led an organization-wide effort to make health careaccessible to San Diegans, now providing care to more than
140,000 members in San Diego and Riverside counties. NOTABLE: Hayden-Cook is a recipient of a San Diego YWCA Tribute to Women and Industry Award for outstanding achievements in
her profession. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hayden-Cook sits on the board of
the California Association of Health Plans, and the Health Plan Allianceboard, a national association of not-for-profit health plans. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.”– Theodore Roosevelt

WHY: Chris Howard leads Sharp HealthCare. He oversees morethan 19,000 employees, 2,700 affiliated physicians and 1,800 volunteers. NOTABLE: In 2023, Howard helped oversee the openingof the $70 million Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Centerin Kearny Mesa. SOCIAL IMPACT: Howard is on the board of directors of the Sharp HealthCare Foundation, which enhances healthcare needs of San Diegans through support of critical medical services,
clinical research and health education.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Appreciate the good times and never be daunted by the bad times; withenough focus and hard work, there are few challenges that can’t be overcome.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, SHARP HEALTHCAREDAVE HORTON

FREDERICK HOWE

WHY: As Chief Administrative Officer, David Horton oversees all
ambulatory and virtual care operations and functions for Kaiser
Permanente San Diego.
NOTABLE: Prior to this role, he held a progressive leadershiprole over Primary, Medical, & Surgical Services including Emergency and Ancillary Operations at Kaiser Permanente.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Horton spends his spare time as a mentor for several
organizations including the American College of Healthcare Executives, The Myositis Association, and Rare Action Network. WORDS OF WISDOM: “If we are not a little bit uncomfortable every day, we’re not growing. All the good stuff is outside our comfort zone” – Jack Canfield

WHY: Frederick Howe is Founder, Chairman, CEO of MedImpact
Healthcare Systems, Inc., the nation’s largest privately held full-service pharmacy benefit manager, with 47 million covered lives. NOTABLE: Howe’s vision has led to technological breakthroughs andother important changes in the way pharmacy claims are processedand paid. SOCIAL IMPACT: Howe supports the American Red Cross,
Rady Children’s Hospital of San Diego, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of America, March of Dimes, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, KAISER PERMANENTE

FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN & CEO, MEDIMPACT

STACEY HROUNTASCEO, SHARP REES-STEALY MEDICAL CENTERS
WHY: Stacey Hrountas leads Sharp Rees-Stealy’s team of morethan 3,000 employees supporting 700 primary and specialty care
physicians and advanced practice providers, serving more than
400,000 patients at 19 medical office sites, 5 urgent care centersand 8 retail pharmacies throughout San Diego County. NOTABLE:
In 2002, Hroutnas was a recipient of the Women in Industry award
from the San Diego YMCA. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hrountas is chair of
the North San Diego Business Chamber board of directors. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Success isn’t just measured by numbers; it’s about enriching lives
and powering positive change.”

David Horton, MBA, MPT
Chief Administrative Officer
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
Thank you for your servant-leadership ofKaiser Permanente’s Medical Group in San
Diego County, and your unwaveringcommitment to the well-being of our San
Diego members as they receive care at our
29 locations throughout the County.
Congratulations on your selection
as one of San Diego’s
most influential people!

kp.org/sandiego

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Michael Lalich, MD
Area Medical Director
and Chief of Staff
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
Thank you for your selfless leadership of
San Diego County’s largest independent
medical group, with more than 1,500
physicians in more than 90 specialties
and subspecialties.
Congratulations on your well-deserved
recognition as one of San Diego’s 500
most influential people!

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SUNEER “SUNNY” JAIN

MIKE LALICH

WHY: As founder and CEO of Sun Genomics, Suneer Jain has
led the company’s successful launch of 11 products in the fieldof probiotics. In 2023, he lead Sun Genomics’ launch of Floré
Multi-V, the world’s first fully customizable multivitamin. NOTABLE: Jain is a 2022 SDBJ CEO of the Year. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Success flourishes when family supports and team members unite in shared vision and mission – making the microbiome
the standard of care so we can live healthier lives.”

WHY: Dr. Michael Lalich leads the Southern California Permanente
Medical Group in San Diego, including more than 1,400 physicians
providing primary, emergency and specialty care throughout San
Diego County. NOTABLE: In 2023, Lalich’s duties expanded withthe opening of Kaiser’s $403.3 million San Marcos Medical Center,
which added 182 licensed private patient rooms and up to 206 beds.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Lalich champions a number of local charities andevents, including Kaiser Permanente’s annual Thrive Half Marathon & 5K
events benefitting Make-A-Wish San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Character may be manifested
in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones.” – Winston Churchill

STEPHEN JENNINGS

KEVIN LUSTIGAREA MEDICAL DIRECTOR & CHIEF OF STAFF, KAISER PERMANENTE

FOUNDER & CEO, SUN GENOMICSCHIEF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS OFFICER & SVP, RADY
CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
WHY: As Chief External Affairs Officer, Stephen Jennings oversees all fundraising activities, external marketing and government
relations at Rady Children’s Hospital. NOTABLE: Jennings holds
a board seat with the National Conflict Resolution Center, an organization that provides the resources, training and expertise to help
solve conflicts with civility. SOCIAL IMPACT: Jennings serves as Executive Director of Rady Children’s Hospital Foundation, the philanthropicarm of Rady Children’s Hospital. WORDS OF WISDOM: “ Life is what happens when you’re busy
making other plans.” — John Lennon

FOUNDER & CEO, SCIENTIST.COM
WHY: Kevin Lustig leads Scientist.com, a company that removes
barriers to innovation and helps scientists and research institutions
discover innovative medicines in less time and at lower cost. NOTABLE: In addition to founding Scientist.com in 2007, Lustig also
founded pharmaceutical company Kalypsys in 2001. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2013, Lustig founded the nonprofit lab incubator Bio, Techand Beyond, empowering scientists to start life science companies
without significant funding. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Never trouble trouble‘til trouble troubles you.” – old proverb (sometimes attributed to Bruce Lee)SABRINA JOHNSON

DR. GENE MA

WHY: Sabrina Johnson is Founder, President and CEO of Daré
Bioscience, a life sciences company committed to advancing improvements in women’s healthcare. NOTABLE: In 2022, Johnson
was recipient of EY’s 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 PacificSouthwest Region Award. SOCIAL IMPACT: Johnson serves on
the boards of YWCA of San Diego County, Athena and The Clearity
Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be bold; be real; be a change
maker. Let’s break barriers in women’s health by boldly addressing
the gaps, accelerating innovation, and destigmatizing the conversation.”

WHY: Dr. Gene Ma was named President and Chief Executive Officer of Tri-City Healthcare District beginning in March 2023. Prior
to that, Dr. Ma served in various leadership roles within Tri-City,
including Chief Medical Officer. NOTABLE: Ma is a 10-time honoree as one of San Diego’s Top Doctors in Emergency Medicine. SOCIAL IMPACT: Tri-City partners with more than 80 local non-profit
and community organizations as part of its COASTAL Commitment
initiative. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Hard work beats talent when talentdoesn’t work hard.” – Tim Notke

LAURA JOSHMAGDA MARQUET

WHY: Laura Josh joined California Schools VEBA in 2009, where
she has been an invaluable asset leading the trust’s innovation andgrowth engine with a member-centric approach. NOTABLE: She
is committed to delivering equitable access to high-value healthcare for public sector employers while minimizing the cost impact
on members. Josh has relentlessly pioneered local and national legislation efforts, which resulted in the 2021 passage of AB-1124 – a first-ofits-kind direct contracting health care model for California. SOCIAL IMPACT:The new ‘VEBA Direct’ model pilot set to launch in Q1 2024 will improve care quality and pricing
transparency and has the potential to save participating employers over $100 million annually.

WHY: Magda Marquet co-founded and co-leads ALMA Life Science, an early-stage investment firm focusing on the creation andgrowth of innovative healthcare companies. NOTABLE: Along with
ALMA co-founder Dr. François Ferré, Marquet has successfully launched Althea Technologies, acquired in 2013 by Ajinomoto,and co-founded spinoff operation, AltheaDX, which was acquired
by Castle Biosciences in 2022. SOCIAL IMPACT: Among her many
volunteer activities, Marquet serves on the boards of Voices for Children and Curebound. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Life is a daring adventure
or nothing.” – Helen Keller

PRESIDENT & CEO, DARÉ BIOSCIENCEPRESIDENT & CEO, TRI-CITY MEDICAL CENTER

CO-FOUNDER & CO-CEO, ALMA LIFE SCIENCES

GENERAL MANAGER, CALIFORNIA SCHOOLS VEBAGERALD JOYCEPRESIDENT, SALK INSTITUTE FOR BIOLOGICAL STUDIES
WHY: Gerald Joyce was educated at the Salk Institute in the 1980s
and in 2023 was named President and now leads one of the nation’s top scientific research institutions. NOTABLE: While leading
the research institute at Novartis, Joyce’s team brought 14 compounds into human clinical trials and received three FDA approvals. QUOTABLE: “With our incredibly talented team of scientists
and administrators, we will continue to be a world leader in making
high-impact scientific discoveries and forging new pathways for innovation across the biological sciences.”

DENA MARRINUCCICSO & COO, TRUVIAN

WHY: As Chief Operating Officer, Dena Marinucci oversees Truvian’s manufacturing, operations, human resources, program management, and clinical development/scientific affairs. NOTABLE:
Marrinucci has been named to MIT Technology Review’s Top 35
Innovators Under 35, Foreign Policy’s Top 100 Leading Global Thinkers, PharmaVoice 100, and is a Biocom Life Science Catalyst Awardwinner. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Dena has spent her career pushing
to improve the patient experience – and I am continuously impressed byher strong business acumen and even stronger passion for transforming thehealthcare industry.” – Kim Kandar, Ph.D. Partner, Domain Associates

WILLIAM “TREY” MARTIN
CEO, MARAVAI LIFESCIENCES

WHY: William Martin joined Maravai in 2022 as President of Biologics Safety Testing. In July of 2023, he was named CEO. NOTABLE: Prior to Maravai, Martin was Chief Operating Officer and thenPresident of Integrated DNA Technologies and played a key role atthe company when it was acquired by the Danaher Corporation in
2018. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Maravai LifeSciences Foundation supports a variety of educational institutions and nonprofits including UC
San Diego, SDSU, USD, Curebound and Voices for Children. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “At Maravai we are privileged to help our customers realize
the next generation of medicines, and I am honored to lead the company at this important time.”

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Laura Josh

General Manager | California Schools VEBA

Most Inﬂuential Business Leaders 2023
San Diego Business Journal
California Schools VEBA (“VEBA”) congratulates Laura Josh on her selection
as one of the San Diego Business Journal’s Top 500 Most Inﬂuential Business
Leaders of 2023. Laura's innovative leadership and member-centric approach
have helped VEBA transform the beneﬁt oﬀerings available to California
public sector employees.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

KEVIN MATTSONPETER SCHULTZ

WHY: Kevin Mattsen led San Ysidro Health as CEO since 2013.
He joined the FQHC organization in 2000 as CFO and has been
instrumental in its growth and success. NOTABLE: In 2022, San
Ysidro Health won six healthcare quality awards, including theprestigious Health Center Quality Leader recognition, which only
10% of all health centers nationwide received. SOCIAL IMPACT:San Ysidro Health is a non-profit organization committed to providing
high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable health care services. QUOTABLE: “San Ysidro Health believes everyone deserves access to high quality medical, dental and behavioral health services …”

WHY: Scripps Research President and CEO Peter Schultz, PhD,
is considered one of the world’s top chemists. NOTABLE: Schultz has received the Wolf Prize in Chemistry, the Alan T. Waterman
Award of the National Science Foundation, the Arthur C. CopeAward of the American Chemical Society. SOCIAL IMPACT: Schultz
research has led to discovery of proteins and small molecules which
control important biological processes such as aging, cancer, autoimmunity, and stem-cell differentiation and de-specialization back to pluripotency. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It’s hard to do something transformative without risk, but such ideas
are what change the world.”

PATTY MAYSENTPELIN THOROGOOD

WHY: As CEO of UC San Diego Health Patty Maysent, leads morethan 14,000 team members, serving more than 1 million patientsannually. NOTABLE: Under Maysent’s leadership, UC San Diego
Health opened the Jacobs Medical Center and the Koman Family
Outpatient Pavilion and spurred the 62-acre UC San Diego Medical
Center development in Hillcrest scheduled to open in 2025. SOCIALIMPACT: Maysent is a board member of the Boys and Girls Club of
San Dieguito. QUOTABLE: “As the only academic medical center inthe region, we are providing patients’ world-class care from the researchlab to the hospital bedside.”

WHY: Pelin Thorogood is a founder of Radicle Science, an AI-driven healthtech that assesses wellness products for effectiveness.
NOTABLE: Thorogood is a Thought Leader on the Forbes Business Council and is Virtual Entrepreneur-in-Residence for Cornell
University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management. SOCIALIMPACT: Thorogood serves as a Trustee and Treasurer of the UC
San Diego Foundation and is on the Executive Board of the UC San
Diego Basement, a campus-wide incubator and startup hub. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “We must each embody the change we wish to see in theworld, it’s up to us!”

BRETT MCCLAIN

ERIC TOPOL

WHY: Brett McClain oversees strategic operations of Sharp’s four
acute care and three specialty hospitals, three medical groups, ambulatory and clinical service lines, and facilities management anddevelopment. NOTABLE: McClain was instrumental in Sharp’s
reorganization plan to consolidate executive leadership under aregional strategy. SOCIAL IMPACT: McClain is a Fellow of the National Association of Public Hospitals and has served on community boards including Catholic Charities. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I’m a‘work to live’ kind of person. I am so grateful that I am working and living my best life right now!”

WHY: Eric Topol is the founder and director of the Scripps Research
Translational Institute and Executive Vice President of Scripps
Research, one of the most influential innovation institutions in theworld. NOTABLE: Topol is also editor-in-chief of Medscape, the leading online publication for physicians and healthcare professionals
worldwide. SOCIAL IMPACT: Topol’s research includes studying thecauses of long COVID. WORDS OF WISDOM: “With the recent advances in AI, I’m more excited than ever about our potential to transform medicine.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN YSIDRO HEALTH

CEO, UC SAN DIEGO HEALTH

EVP & COO, SHARP HEALTHCARE

CEO, SCRIPPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE

CO-FOUNDER, EXECUTIVE CHAIR, RADICLE SCIENCE

FOUNDER & DIRECTOR, SCRIPPS TRANSLATIONALSCIENCE INSTITUTE

RAKESH PATELHENRY TUTTLE

WHY: Rakesh Patel leads Neighborhood Healthcare, a nonprofit
Federally Qualified Health Center with 19 community health centersserving over 78,000 patients in San Diego and Riverside counties.
NOTABLE: Patel also chairs the board of managers for Integrated
Health Partners of Southern California, San Diego’s leading clinicallyintegrated network representing 270,000 individuals. SOCIAL IMPACT: Patel is a San Diego Chapter Board Member of Amigos de lasAmericas, an organization that inspires leaders through authentic service
and immersion experiences. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Healthy communities
are prosperous ones. Offering care regardless of circumstance makes everyone better – together!”

WHY: Henry Tuttle leads Health Center Partners of Southern California’s
mission to support Federally Qualified Health Centers, Indian Health Centersand primary care organizations in San Diego, Imperial and Riverside Counties. NOTABLE: Health Center Partners’ 17 member organizations provide
care through over 140 practice sites to 800,000 patients each year. SOCIALIMPACT: Tuttle is a member of the National Association of Community Health Centers’ Health Policy, Legislative and Health Center Controlled Network Committees. WORDS OF WISDOM: “…thework goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die.” – Senator E. M. Kennedy

CEO, NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTHCAREPRESIDENT & CEO, HEALTH CENTER PARTNERS OF
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIAKEVIN SAYERCHRIS VAN GORDER

WHY: Kevin Sayer leads Dexcom, the global leader in real-time
continuous glucose monitoring for people living with diabetes. NOTABLE: In 2024, Dexom will launch new product family of CGMs
for people Type 2 that do not require insulin – a first in the industry.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Dexcom’s One Step Ahead Foundation awards
grants to organizations that focus on assisting people living with diabetes, and their caregivers. QUOTABLE: “I want to create a world
where CGM is the first tool in treating diabetes.”

WHY: As president and CEO of Scripps Health, Chris Van Gorder
has led Scripps to become one of nation’s foremost health careinstitutions. NOTABLE: Scripps Health has made Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for 14 years and isregularly recognized as a best hospital in the nation by U.S. News& World Report. SOCIAL IMPACT: Van Gorder served 20 years
as a Reserve Assistant Sheriff for San Diego County. WORDS OFWISDOM: “No matter what challenges your organization faces or you
personally face as a leader, don’t resist change; promote it. Don’t fear
the future; welcome it in.”PRESIDENT, CEO & CHAIRMAN, DEXCOMPRESIDENT & CEO, SCRIPPS HEALTH

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CONGRATULATIONSHome Start CEO

Your unwavering leadership anddedication to improving the livesof San Diego’s vulnerable children,
families and individuals sets
you apart from the crowd!

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President and CEO

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Distinguished honors foran outstanding leader
in medical diagnostics
Congratulations to QuidelOrtho President and CEO,Douglas Bryant, for being recognized as one of San Diego’s
500 most influential people. You have the respect andadmiration of all QuidelOrtho employees and customers,
and we are proud to share this honor with the San Diegobusiness community.
To discover more about our company and leadership,
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MARK BALMERTPRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO MILITARY ADVISORYCOUNCIL
WHY: Balmert leads SDMAC, a group that brings together San
Diego’s military, civic and business leaders. Each year SDMAC
quantifies the economic impact of the military services on San Diego County. NOTABLE: His 31-year U.S. Navy career emphasized
Pentagon finance. It also included command of the guided missile
destroyer USS Chandler. SOCIAL IMPACT: SDMAC offers a scholarship for enlisted veterans pursuing STEM degrees, providing funds the
GI Bill does not. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The military taught me that it takes allof us working together to achieve our mission.”

STEVE BRASSPRESIDENT & CEO, WD-40 COMPANY
WHY: Brass transitioned from president and COO to president andCEO of chemical maker WD-40 in September 2022. NOTABLE:
Brass not only leads the business but sets the tone for WD-40
Company’s famed corporate culture, where employee engagement is 93.3%. SOCIAL IMPACT: The business has raised $1.1
million for ChildHelp through car restoration and auction projects.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “If we have learned anything over the last 70
years it is that WD-40 Company is a resilient business. Our employees’
engagement and dedication are the key to our success.”

KIMBERLY J. BECKERJENNIE BROOKS

WHY: Becker is responsible for fiscal management and operational oversight of San Diego International Airport. She is part of several influential boards. NOTABLE: Capital improvement projects
under Becker’s watch include the $3 billion New T1 program thatwill replace the existing Terminal 1. SOCIAL IMPACT: The board
promotes green practices among its concessionaires and honors airlines that adhere best to the airport’s noise curfew. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My success as a leader is achieved through a dedicated team ofengaged employees.”

WHY: Brooks leads the regional office of Booz Allen Hamilton(NYSE: BAH), which employs more than 1,200 locally. NOTABLE:
Brooks is board chair of the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC). She sits on the Dean’s Advisory Board
at the San Diego State University College of Engineering. SOCIALIMPACT: Booz Allen Hamilton staff helped 60 Girl Scouts earn cybersecurity badges during a three-hour workshop in April. QUOTABLE:“Our mission [at EDC] is to drive greater inclusion, resilience and innovation across San Diego — aimed at empowering and supporting our region and its people.”

COL. THOMAS BEDELLDAVID CARVER

PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO REGIONAL AIRPORTAUTHORITY

COMMANDING OFFICER, MARINE CORPS AIR STATIONMIRAMAR
WHY: Bedell is commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station
Miramar. NOTABLE: He flew a unique aircraft, the AV-8B Harrier jet, and has multiple master’s degrees. During the WEST 2023
conference in January, he said improvements to Miramar’s basic
infrastructure and barracks could help individual Marines and military
readiness. SOCIAL IMPACT: Following COVID-19, MCAS Miramar
reestablished the tradition of hosting the San Diego community for its
annual air show. QUOTABLE: At the air show, Bedell shared his thoughts
with 10News about welcoming the community: "This is your air station, this is your Marine Corps."

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, NAVY MARINE CORPS TEAMBOOZ ALLEN HAMILTONPRESIDENT, GENERAL DYNAMICS NASSCO
WHY: Carver leads NASSCO’s shipbuilding and ship repair operation centered on the San Diego waterfront. The business employs
3,300 people. NOTABLE: Carver joined NASSCO in 1987 as amanagement trainee. SOCIAL IMPACT: NASSCO offers internships and participates in events benefiting the larger community,
including school supply drives and neighborhood cleanups. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “The work we do serves a purpose greater than ourselves and one we all take enormous pride in.”

NEAL BLOOMRON COUGHLIN

WHY: Bloom seems to be everywhere in the startup space, as managing partner at Interlock Capital, CEO of communications agency Rising Tide Partners and media personality with “Fresh Brewed
Tech.” NOTABLE: Bloom scored a home run when he sold thestartup Portfolium. A second claim to fame is working with NASAon Space Shuttle main engines and the upcoming Artemis program.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Bloom, his partners and investors offer entrepreneurship education as well as mentorship. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Interlock Capital believes that experienced business operators make the best
investors, from capital and real world experience that make the biggest returns.”

WHY: Coughlin has served as CEO and director of Petco (NASDAQ:
WOOF) since 2018, following 11 years at Hewlett Packard. NOTABLE: Under Coughlin, Petco has grown services businesses suchas veterinary care. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Yummy Memorial Pet
Cancer Fund – named after Coughlin’s white English lab – helps
support Petco partners who cannot afford costly treatment for petswith cancer. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Our team’s strength comes fromour mission of improving lives through purpose-driven performance.”

LINDEN P. BLUESCOTT CRIDER

CEO, RISING TIDE PARTNERSCHAIRMAN AND CEO, PETCO

CEO, GENERAL ATOMICS AERONAUTICAL SYSTEMS
WHY: Blue runs the aerospace affiliate of privately held General
Atomics, which has made more than 1,000 Predator-family RPAs
(remotely piloted aircraft). He is the son of GA CEO Neal Blue andnephew of Linden S. Blue. NOTABLE: In February, Blue offered
to sell Ukraine two unmanned aircraft for $1. SOCIAL IMPACT:
General Atomics and its employees support STEM education as
well as literacy in the early grades. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Thiscommunity still attracts the workforce which is so critical to General
Atomics’ success.”

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF EXTERNAL AND OPERATIONSSUPPORT SDG&E
WHY: Crider oversees many aspects of San Diego’s local utility,
including all aspects of community relations and communications,electric pricing and forecasting, supply management, supplier diversity, logistics, fleet, real estate, land services and facilities. NOTABLE: Earlier, as a public affairs manager, Crider made the casefor the utility’s Sunrise Powerlink. SOCIAL IMPACT: He sits on theboard of the Downtown San Diego Partnership. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Community partnerships and engagement are essential elements of theclean energy transition.”

ERIC DEMARCO

CEO, KRATOS DEFENSE & SECURITY SOLUTIONS
WHY: DeMarco has been in charge at Kratos Defense & Security
Solutions (NASDAQ: KTOS) for two decades. NOTABLE: DeMarco’s presence in San Diego’s defense contracting community goesback even farther, as he was previously president, COO and CFO
for Titan Corp. QUOTABLE: “At Kratos, affordability is a technology, better is the enemy of good enough – ready to go today, andquantities have a quality all of its own, all of which are clearly being
demonstrated geopolitically in multiple conflict areas.”

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

SCOTT DENNISJEFFREY MARTIN

WHY: Dennis is executive director and chief strategist with Ascential
Technologies, formerly known as Burke Porter Group. NOTABLE:
With Alex Kunczynski he founded D&K Engineering, which has
since become part of Ascential. Dennis and Kunczynski are partners in FusionX Ventures. SOCIAL IMPACT: Dennis was a board
member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (Greater San Diego)
for eight years. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Logic will take you from A to
B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” – Albert Einstein

WHY: Martin runs one of San Diego’s handful of Fortune 500
companies, overseeing a $40 billion capital campaign and leading
20,000 employees. NOTABLE: Martin was previously vice president and CFO for Sempra. In that role, he led the company’s $9.45
billion acquisition of Texas utility Oncor. Martin is a West Point graduate and a U.S. Army veteran. He received his law degree from the
University of Miami. SOCIAL IMPACT: He sits on the board of trustees
at the University of San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The essence ofleadership is all about bringing out the best in people, teams and organizations.”

KEITH JONESBRENT MCCARTYEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ASCENTIAL TECHNOLOGIESMANAGING PARTNER, EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND OWNER,
ACE PARKING
WHY: Ace Parking and downtown San Diego have grown up together. The business is now run by the Keith Jones, who is partof the third generation of family owners. NOTABLE: The parking
garage at City Hall is named after Jones’ grandfather, Evan Jones.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Jones has been active in San Diego civic andphilanthropic groups, including Young Presidents Organization, theSan Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce and San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Win themorning, win the day!”

NEAL MANOWITZPRESIDENT AND COO, SONY ELECTRONICS
WHY: Manowitz was named president and COO of the Rancho Bernardo based Sony unit in 2021. Sony Electronics serves consumer
and professional markets with gear such as interchangeable lenscameras, high-resolution audio products and ultra-HD TVs. NOTABLE: Manowitz is an advisor to the North San Diego Business
Chamber. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sony’s Create Action grant programaims to make a long-lasting impact for local social justice organizations and the communities they serve. QUOTABLE: “You can’t buy
happiness and you can’t buy trust. But, it makes me happy to know thatSony is one of the most trusted brands.”

CHAIRMAN, CEO AND PRESIDENT, SEMPRAPRESIDENT, ESET NORTH AMERICA
WHY: McCarty took charge as president of ESET’s U.S. office in2018. The business offers a suite of antivirus and digital security software. NOTABLE: ESET is based in Slovakia. McCarty is
working to make it the preferred cybersecurity products in North
America. SOCIAL IMPACT: The ESET Foundation has made sizable monetary donations to Ukraine relief efforts. QUOTABLE: In
an environment with more threats and more sophisticated bad actors,“we have a significant opportunity to grow our presence here.”

EUGENE “MITCH” MITCHELLSENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF LEGISLATIVE OFFICER,
SDG&E AND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS
WHY: Mitchell has nearly 30 years of public policy and government
affairs experience. He has been with San Diego’s electric utility andparent company Sempra (NYSE: SRE) since 2005. In June 2023 he
was named to his current posts. NOTABLE: He has championed
diversity and inclusion within Sempra and its operating companies.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Mitchell is chairman of the San Diego Housing
Commission and Sharp HealthCare boards; he serves on numerous
other boards. QUOTABLE: “By creating and expanding opportunities forsmall, diverse businesses through SDG&E’s Supplier Diversity program, we
successfully fuel inclusive growth in our economy.”Congratulations to retired Rear
Admiral, USN Mark Balmert,
President and CEO of the San
Diego Military Advisory Council,
on being recognized among San
Diego’s most inﬂuential people.
SDMAC was founded in 2004 as a 501(c)(6) non-proﬁt organization with a
mission to support and promote the mutual business and other interests of themilitary, their quality of life, and the defense community in the San Diego area.
SDMAC advocates on behalf of our military, those who serve or have served, andtheir families throughout the San Diego region.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

MICHAEL NAYLOR

BRIG. GEN. JAMES A. RYANS II

WHY: Naylor is CEO of PKL Services Inc., a Poway-based defense
contracting firm. His distinguished 30-year career with the U.S. Marine Corps culminated as Deputy Commander, Marine Corps Installations West. He retired as a colonel. NOTABLE: Naylor’s Marine Corps career included piloting Marine One for the president
and vice president of the United States, foreign heads of state andother dignitaries. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is on the board of the Boysand Girls Club of Carlsbad. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Take care of thepeople and they will take care of you and the company.”

WHY: Ryans took command of Marine Corps Recruit Depot in thespring, having previously served as assistant division commanderof the 1st Marine Division at Camp Pendleton. NOTABLE: Ryansattended Harvard Business School’s Advanced Management Program, Class 194; and served as a Military Fellow at the Council on
Foreign Relations in New York. WORDS OF WISDOM: “MCRD San
Diego: One team, one mission; making Marines with the support ofour San Diego community.”

CEO, PKL SERVICES INC.

COMMANDING GENERAL, MARINE CORPS RECRUITDEPOT, WESTERN RECRUITING REGIONTOM PELLETTE

REAR ADM. DOUGLAS SMALL

WHY: Pellette is president of Solar Turbines, a big local employer with
manufacturing facilities downtown and on Kearny Mesa. Pellette isalso an executive vice president with parent Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE:
CAT). NOTABLE: Solar, a maker of industrial gas turbines, is San
Diego’s little-known link to the oil and gas industry. It emerged fromSan Diego’s early-20th century aviation boom and will mark its centennial in 2027. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Caterpillar Latino Connection(CLC) employee resource group has hosted students from San Diego
State, bringing them to the factory to solve real-world engineering problems.

WHY: Small is the top officer with NAVWAR, the Navy’s cyber andIT command that is pushing for a new headquarters to replace 80
year old buildings in Old Town. The effort will bring big changes tothe neighborhood. NOTABLE: Small oversees Project Overmatch,
an IT program that the mass media loves to label “secretive.” SOCIAL IMPACT: Under a new NAVWAR program, four students from
historically Black colleges and universities are studying at Naval Postgraduate School. QUOTABLE: “Networking for unmanned systems isa core part of what we are trying to do.”JOHN POPECYNTHIA WARNER

WHY: Pope is the top civilian at NAVWAR, the San Diego-based
U.S. Navy command that oversees cybersecurity and IT. NOTABLE: NAVWAR employs 12,000 civilian and military personnel. Itsannual budget that exceeds $9 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT: NAVWAR
mentors secondary school students taking part in the FIRST Robotics Competition. QUOTABLE: “So much of warfare is changing.
We’re the folks, we believe, that can bring that speed of informationthat helps the warfighter do his or her mission.”

WHY: Warner, who also goes by C.J., has more than 40 years ofexperience working in the global energy industry. In addition to
Sempra, she sits on the board of directors of Bloom Energy andChevron Corporation. NOTABLE: She was previously chief executive of Sapphire Energy, a San Diego company specializing in
biofuels. SOCIAL IMPACT: She serves on the board of advisers ofVanderbilt University School of Engineering. WORDS OF WISDOM:“True leaders align people to common purpose, focusing energies onwhat really matters.”

CLIFFORD RIPPETOECAROLINE WINN

WHY: Clifford “Rip” Rippetoe has overseen San Diego’s largest convention venue (and site of Comic-Con) since 2016. Center leaders
want to expand, but results of a 2020 ballot measure related to financing are being contested in court. NOTABLE: The pandemicchanged Rippetoe’s job when the convention center housed homeless people and subsequently teen-age migrants. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Rippetoe is board chairman of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego
Food Bank. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I live by putting feet under my words.”

WHY: Winn has led the local gas and electric utility since 2020.
SDG&E serves 3.6 million consumers through 1.4 million electric
meters and 873,000 natural gas meters. NOTABLE: She joined
the company in 1986 as an associate engineer. SOCIAL IMPACT:
She was chair of the 2023 American Heart Association Go Red for
Women campaign. QUOTABLE: “I am committed to encouraging
more women to pursue careers in STEM, with the goal of reducing
health disparities and creating a future where every woman can enjoy alonger and healthier life.”

REAR ADM. BRAD ROSENBRIAN WOODS

WHY: Rosen’s unofficial title is Navy Mayor, as he oversees every
shore facility in California, Nevada and four other states. NOTABLE: The Navy is heavily involved in San Diego land use issues,
including redevelopment of the Old Town campus and a recent
agreement to leave a site near the Embarcadero, allowing redevelopment. SOCIAL IMPACT: Naval Base San Diego is gaining California Low Carbon Fuel Standard credits as Navy ships increasingly
use shore power rather than shipboard systems. QUOTABLE: “Our sailors and their families live and work throughout San Diego County; we are part of this community.”

WHY: Woods is CEO of San Diego-headquartered retailer Jerome’s
Furniture. He joined the family-owned firm in 2016. NOTABLE:
Woods has a record of quickly turning around underperforming
businesses, driving sales growth and increasing gross margins andprofitability through calculated risk, fresh ideas and a unique understanding of the customer. SOCIAL IMPACT: Jerome’s supports several local charities. QUOTABLE: “I am a servant and humbled leader
who seeks ideas, ownership and accountability from all levels and every
individual of the organization.”

PRESIDENT, SOLAR TURBINESEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NAVWAR

CEO, SAN DIEGO CONVENTION CENTER CORPORATIONCOMMANDER, NAVY REGION SOUTHWEST

COMMANDER, NAVWAR

LEAD INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR, SEMPRA

CEO, SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC

CEO, JEROME'S FURNITURE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

DAVID ABELES

OLIVER “CHIP” BREWER III

WHY: David Abeles was named the CEO of TaylorMade Golf in March
2015, and has more than 23 years of experience in the golf industry. NOTABLE: In 2022, TaylorMade was ranked No. 70 in Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces list. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ables
serves on the board of directors of the National Golf Foundation.
QUOTABLE: In 2015, Ables told Golf Digest: “To be successful in thisjob, it’s important not just to understand the culture of TaylorMade, but
important to understand the culture of the industry and that of the golfer.”

WHY: Oliver G. “Chip” Brewer III has been a director, and president and CEOof Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. since joining the company in March 2012.
NOTABLE: Brewer led Callaway’s $2.66 billion acquisition of TopGolf. SOCIAL IMPACT: Brewer served on the Board of the National Golf Foundationfrom 2014 to 2019. QUOTABLE: “Our new corporate identity will reinforce theopportunities that are anchored in our strong heritage business and at the sametime build important awareness for our strategic shift towards exciting new venturesin the Modern Golf and active lifestyle segments.”

JILL BARRETTTJEERD BRINK

WHY: With three decades of experience in the gaming industry and extensive
time spent at various Harrah’s properties since 1993, Jill Barrett oversees theproperty’s operations, ensuring the “Funner experience” is celebrated withguests and team members alike. NOTABLE: Her diverse experience in finance, operations, employee engagement, expansion, and strategy speak to
her ability to guide the resort. SOCIAL IMACT: Harrah’s employees participate
in many volunteer-sweat equity events and fund-raising drives. QUOTABLE: “I lookforward to playing an integral part in the effort to make Harrah’s Resort better than ever.”

WHY: Tjeerd Brink brings three decades of experience in finance and the gaming
industry to the West Coast’s second-largest resort/casino property. NOTABLE:A CPA, he worked for Arthur Andersen, then the largest public accounting firmin the world, before entering the gaming industry. SOCIAL IMACT: Pechanga
voluntarily closed in March 2020 to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in thecommunity, and reopened June 1, 2020. QUOTABLE: In 2021, Brink told Indian
Gaming: “What I’m looking forward to most is helping the Pechanga Tribe continue
to thrive and succeed in our current climate and far after.”

DAVID BENNETT

FRED BURO

WHY: David Bennett has been the General Director of the internationally regarded San Diego Opera since 2015. NOTABLE: In 2016, Bennett led the debutof SD Opera’s popular dētour Series, which explores the expressive nature ofopera with the potency of intimate theater. SOCIAL IMACT: San Diego Opera Teaching Artists provide over 2,500 hours of arts instruction every year for
hundreds of young people. QUOTABLE: “We’re appealing to donors now that
we didn’t before, who maybe aren’t the biggest fans of opera but really care about
San Diego. And so they support us because of the role that we play in serving the city.”

WHY: Fred Buro is a strong leader with over 25 years of experience including online gaming and sports betting, operating complex casino resorts, racinos, riverboats, tribal casinos, and gaming companies with multiple properties in multiple
states. NOTABLE: Buro deploys broad, sweeping organization changes to growmarket share and operating margins. SOCIAL IMPACT: Pala supports Oceanside’s
Brother Benno’s Center, a nonprofit serving the poor and homeless, by donating
thousands of pounds in canned foods. QUOTABLE: “Competition is fierce, but I believe together a strategy can be crafted that allows Pala to compete with the other casinos.”

RICHARD BLAISTIAGO CARNEIRO

WHY: A James Beard Award-nominated chef, cookbook author, and TV personality, Richard Blais is well-recognized from Bravo’s “Top Chef” series and as
co-host of Fox’s “Next Level Chef” with Gordon Ramsay and Nyesha Arrington.
NOTABLE: He owns and operates Trail Blais, a forward-thinking culinary consulting group that has designed and launched popular restaurants across the country, including Ember & Rye in Carlsbad. SOCIAL IMPACT: Blais is a supporter ofSave The Children. QUOTABLE: “Really the only motivation is through deliciousness;cooking great food that people want to eat again.”

WHY: Novo co-founder Tiago Carneiro has established a brewery
and a kombucha taproom in San Diego County, “guided by his Brazilian soul.” NOTABLE: The brewing company established a presence in 12 countries, with plans to grow sales in those markets,
expand to additional countries in Asia and Europe, and launch inAustralia. SOCIAL IMPACT: The company helped iHeart Rady Children’s Hospital Giveathon raise $488,731 to benefit children’s healthinitiatives. QUOTABLE: “We want people to have fun and live easy, inspired by nature, and fueled by the tastiest and most fun fermented beverages.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, TAYLORMADE GOLF CO.

GENERAL MANAGER, HARRAH’S RESORTGENERAL DIRECTOR, SAN DIEGO OPERARESTAURATEUR/CELEBRITY CHEF, EMBER & RYE,
JUNIPER & IVY, THE CRACK SHACKPRESIDENT & CEO, TOPGOLF CALLAWAY BRANDSGENERAL MANAGER, PECHANGA CASINO

GENERAL MANAGER, PALA CASINO

CO-FOUNDER, NOVO BREWING CO. & NOVA KOMBUCHA

I am deeply honored and humbled for this recognition which is not just a reflection of myeﬀorts but a testament to the collective power of positive change that each one of us canbring to the world.
Throughout this year, I have been privileged to work alongside extraordinary individuals,
mainly at Chosen Foods, Taktika Padel and the San Diego Stingrays, as well as the boards I
actively participate in (USPA, Naturally San Diego, Feeding San Diego, San Diego Regional
Chamber of Commerce.) Together, we've striven to inspire, to innovate, and to champion thevalues that we hold dear.
I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge the countless people who have supported,
mentored, and inspired me on this journey. It's their unwavering belief in the potential ofothers that fuels my determination to keep pushing forward.
Influence, at its core, is not about the recognition itself but the responsibility it bestows upon
us. It's a call to ac on, an opportunity to inspire, and a mandate to lead by example.
Thank you for this incredible honor and thank you for the hope that each one of us can be aforce for positive change.

Gabriel Perez-Krieb
chosenfoods.com

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MARY CHEEKSPRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, JAMUL CASINO
WHY: Mary Cheeks is a gaming industry veteran with 30 years of experiencein casino management and casino finance. She joined Jamul in 2018 andled its team through an ownership transition and re-branding. NOTABLE:
Cheeks began her career on the East Coast, managing casinos in New York,
Pennsylvania and as Harrah’s CFO in Atlantic City. SOCIAL IMPACT: Cheeks
works closely with the community to ensure the casino is a welcome presence
and a good corporate citizen in Jamul. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Believe in the
power and strength within you. Embrace the challenges as opportunities for growth.”

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

TERRI FUNK GRAHAM

INDEPENDENT BOARD DIRECTOR, SPROUTS FARMERSMARKETS / LL FLOORING
WHY: Terri Funk Graham is an Independent Board Director for Sprouts Farmers
Markets, a $6.8 billion organic foods retailer and one of the few female marketing
professionals to hold board positions within multiple Fortune 1000 companies.
NOTABLE: She is a 2023 Corporate Directors Forum Director of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: She was a Leadership Board member for three years with the Arthritis Foundation. She is also a founding member of the Women Corporate Directors

ROBERT CINELLIDARIN HARRIS

WHY: Robert Cinelli is General Manager of the AAA Four Diamond-rated
Sycuan Casino. NOTABLE: Prior to joining Sycuan, Cinelli served as the
Senior Vice President, Casino Operations at the Venetian and Palazzo in Las
Vegas. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sycuan is a regular supporter of Pride San Diego
and Mama’s Kitchen. QUOTABLE: “We have a beautiful property, world-classgaming and award-winning amenities, but what truly sets us apart from othersin the area is our hardworking team.”

WHY: Formerly CEO of CiCi’s Enterprises from for five years, Darin Harris started as CEO of Jack in the Box in June 2020. NOTABLE: In 2023, Harris led
Jack in the Box’s $585 million acquisition of Del Taco. SOCIAL IMPACT: The
Jack in the Box Foundation has raised over $3.7 million for No Kid Hungry andalso supports the American Red Cross. QUOTABLE: “Our customers are also
our neighbors, our friends, and our extended family, and we are proud to support
them as they explore what life outside the box can mean for them.”

JAMIE DEERINGROBERT HOEHN

GENERAL MANAGER, SYCUAN CASINO RESORTCEO, DEERING BANJOS
WHY: In December 2021, Jamie Deering took the helm of Deeringfounded more than four decades ago by her parents. NOTABLE:
Deering Banjos make up 40-50% of the banjo market share. SOCIAL IMPACT: Deering contributes to community outreach programs by donating banjos for silent auctions, school music programs
and other worthwhile activities. QUOTABLE: “As far as operations
go or our business model, that’s not going to change…”

STARR EDWARDS

CEO, JACK IN THE BOX

PRESIDENT, HOEHN MOTORS
WHY: Robert Hoehn of Del Mar has been in his family’s auto dealership businessfor nearly five decades. NOTABLE: Hoehn and his wife, Karen, collect prints fromthe 15th century to the present, and are involved in the arts at USD. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hoehn is past president of the board of directors of the Timken Museumof Art and has served on the boards of the Hood Museum of Art at DartmouthCollege, the San Diego Museum of Art, and Catholic Charities. He also served on
USD’s Board of Trustees starting in 1996 and is now Chair Emeritus. QUOTABLE:
In 2010, Hoen told the Del Mar Times that his motto is: “Carpe conch/deo gratias.”

FOUNDER & CEO, BITCHIN’ SAUCE

BRUCE HOWARD

WHY: Starr Edwards invented the recipe that became the original Bitchin’ Sauce
as a teenager in her family’s vegan home and has now grown the brand tonationwide distribution. NOTABLE: Edwards is a 2023 San Diego Business
Journal; CEO of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: Edwards started an on-site Bitchin’
daycare because she didn’t want her team to choose between providing for theirfamilies via income or their presence. QUOTABLE: “We are so thankful for thefavor that we have received, thankful for the nurturing San Diego community and sothankful for the team that has grown with us and continues to grow our Bitchin’ business!”

WHY: Bruce Howard is general manager of Valley View Casino, which attracts
over 2 million guests a year. NOTABLE: He has more than three decades of experience in the gaming industry. SOCIAL IMPACT: Valley View partners annuallywith the ALS Association of Greater San Diego for its Fiesta Fundraiser, benefiting
the association’s mission to discover more treatments and a cure for the disease.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “It is vital to keep the first 30 seconds of a guest’s experiencein mind, because that’s how long it usually takes for them to form a first impression.”

MARTHA GILMER

CEO, SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

GENERAL MANAGER, VALLEY VIEW CASINOEARL KNIGHT

FOUNDER, HEAD OF SALES, CUTWATER SPIRITS

WHY: Martha Gilmer has been CEO of the San Diego Symphony Orchestra since
October 2014, and leads the institution in realizing all areas of its mission. NOTABLE:
Gilmer partnered with the Port of San Diego to develop and open the Symphony’s permanent outdoor venue, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. SOCIAL IMPACT: The San
Diego Symphony presents free concerts throughout the San Diego region in neighborhood venues, schools and in detention centers. QUOTABLE: “We never dreamed how
important the creation of The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park would be at this critical time – ournew outdoor venue was a crucial element in our ongoing ability to welcome audiences back.”

WHY: Earl Knight co-founded Cutwater Spirits, which produces distilled spirits, mixers, and ready-to-enjoy canned cocktails. The company was sold toAnheuser-Busch in 2019. NOTABLE: Cutwater Spirits has earned more than
2,000 awards across its portfolio of canned mixed-drink beverages. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2023, Cutwater’s Give Back initiative raised money for The San Diego
LGBT Community Center. QUOTABLE: In 2018, Knight told San Diego Magazine:“Coming from brewing roots, we know the convenience that can come from a can.”

ROBERT GLEASONDANIEL KUPERSCHMID

WHY: Robert Gleason was appointed President and CEO of Evans Hotels
in 2014, becoming the first executive outside of the Evans family to run thecompany’s day-to-day operations. NOTABLE: He joined Evans Hotels as areservations agent at age 17, and gradually worked his way up to CFO prior toearning his law degree. SOCIAL IMPACT: Gleason serves on the board of the
California Travel and Tourism Commission, which does business as Visit California. WORDS OF WISDOM: “’Always Grateful; Never Satisfied’ means appreciating
people and progress while recognizing the imperative to make things better.”

WHY: Daniel Kuperschmid is in charge of the 1,628-room, world-class Manchester
Grand Hyatt San Diego. NOTABLE: With 23 years of leadership experience within
Hyatt Corp., Kuperschmid has managed on-site teams at Hyatt properties acrossthe U.S. SOCIAL IMPACT: A highly visible business leader in each community
he has lived in, he chaired the board of SanDiego.org from 2018 to 2022. QUOTABLE: “I have increased group sales productions, boosted overall property revenue,
developed and coached executive team members, managed hotel renovations, andimproved customer and employee satisfaction at Hyatt properties throughout the country.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, EVANS HOTELSSTEVE GOLDBERG

MANAGING PARTNER, BELLY UP
WHY: Steve Goldberg has served as managing partner of The Belly Up Tavern since 2003. NOTABLE: The 600-person capacity club has been the site ofprivate parties featuring bands such as the Rolling Stones, Jimmy Buffett and
The Red Hot Chili Peppers. SOCIAL IMPACT: The nightclub on in the Cedros
Design District continues to serve as an informal community center, where Alcoholics Anonymous holds meetings and community groups can hold fundraisers.
QUOTABLE: “Belly Up will continue to serve all kinds of music for all kinds of listeners.”

MARTY GORSICH

CEO, CENTURY CLUB OF SAN DIEGO / FARMERS INSURANCE OPEN
WHY: Marty Gorsich oversee all business units for the Century Club of San
Diego, host organization for the Farmers Insurance Open, one of the largest
PGA events. NOTABLE: Century Club has a local economic impact of over
$25 million and is one of the main regional options for corporate hosting andadvertising SOCIAL IMPACT: The Century Club/Farmers Insurance Open isa non-profit with a local charitable impact of over $3 million. QUOTABLE: “Wework closely with our partners to understand their specific business objectives anddetermine tailored programs to help fulfill their goals.”

AREA VP & GENERAL MANAGER, MANCHESTER GRAND HYATTJIM LAKEPRESIDENT, SEAWORLD & SESAME PLACE
WHY: Jim Lake is responsible for leading strategic planning and all operations for SeaWorld and Sesame Place parks. NOTABLE: He came to SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, where he was general manager of Disneyland Park East. SOCIAL IMPACT: SeaWorld provides financial and scientific support
to organizations that focus on animal rescue and rehabilitation, conservation education,
habitat protection and species research. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My hope is to contributeto the success of others through my leadership and teaching.”

BRIAN LEE

GENERAL MANAGER, THE UNIVERSITY CLUB
WHY: Brian Lee has over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry and currently serves as General Manager of The University Club. NOTABLE: Under Lee’s guidance,
the downtown San Diego club was awarded the 2021 City Club of the Year by ClubCorp.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Participating in local outreach programs and partnering with influential
organizations gives the club’s members the opportunity to make a real difference in thecommunity. QUOTABLE: “I am proud of how diverse the club has become. It is refreshing
to see all the women and people of color here. It all makes for a really great fabric of this place.”

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TIM MAYSRICK SALINAS

WHY: Tim Mays opened The Casbah in 1989. At the time, the bar
was in a smaller venue a few blocks north from its current location at
Kettner and Laurel. NOTABLE: The club has had world-famous acts
perform there such as Nirvana and The Smashing Pumpkins. SOCIALIMPACT: The Casbah regularly plays host to benefit concert fundraisers for a variety of causes. QUOTABLE: In a July 2023 interview with
Downtown Condo Guys, Mays said: “We’re firing on all cylinders right now.
I never thought we’d be here for 35 years, which in 2024 we will have been.”

WHY: Rick Salinas joined Barona in 2000, and oversees the entire gaming operation,
which is centered around an award-winning casino and includes a resort hotel, upscale
restaurants and casual eateries, and a championship golf course. NOTABLE: His career includes executive management positions with the Four Seasons, and Station Casinos. SOCIAL IMPACT: Among the many deserving organizations that have benefited
from Barona employees’ generosity are Monarch School, San Diego Rescue Mission,and American Cancer Society. QUOTABLE: “I am committed to continuing Barona’s leadership position in gaming by enriching our family environment for players and staff members.”

MIKE MURPHY

KURT STOCKSOWNER, CASBAH PRESENTS

GENERAL MANAGER, BARONA CASINOPRESIDENT, LEGOLAND CALIFORNIA RESORTREGIONAL SENIOR DIRECTOR, MARRIOTTINTERNATIONAL
WHY: Mike Murphy has a track record of success in sales and marketingroles in the hospitality industry. NOTABLE: His previous positions include
area director, general manager, director of hotel operations, director ofroom operations, director of event management, and director of restaurants. SOCIAL IMPACT: He majored in management at Bentley University.

GABRIEL PEREZ KRIEB

WHY: Kurt Stocks leads LEGOLAND California Resort, a theme-parkin Carlsbad with two hotels, a water park and aquarium. NOTABLE:
Stocks comes to Carlsbad via Malasia where he was General Manager
of LEGOLAND Malasia. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2023, LEGOLAND California partnered with Merlin’s Magic Wand Foundation to gift more than
3,000 LEGO sets to patients at Rady Children’s Hospital. QUOTABLE:“Our hope is that each show leaves families with smiles on their faces, music in their heads, and unforgettable memories in their hearts.”

PAUL TRANEXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, CHOSEN FOODS
WHY: Gabriel Perez Krieb serves as executive chairman of food and beverage company Chosen Foods. Previous experience includes CEO of
Chosen Foods, and chairman of Kuantam Brands. NOTABLE: Perez
Krieb is a 2023 San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year. SOCIALIMPACT: He is a strong supporter of Feeding San Diego, donating thousands of dollars annually to support those who need healthy food. QUOTABLE: “Success is not a solo effort, but a collective journey. Together, my
team and I will continue to innovate, inspire and create an extraordinary future.”

FOUNDER & CEO, MANSCAPEDWHY: Paul Tran started Manscaped in 2016 with a vision of driving the movement that changes the face of men’s grooming. NOTABLE: MANSCAPED’s
collection of products is available globally in 39 countries via DTC and on Amazon in more than 100 countries worldwide. SOCIAL IMPACT: One of Tran’s
lifelong philanthropic goals is setting up his foundation to help orphans and underprivileged children in Vietnam. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The simple truth isyou must manage your facial hair. If people are going to have to look at your face,it’s your obligation as a man to make it an enjoyable experience.”

ROBERT RAUCHTRACY WALKER

WHY: Robert Rauch is Chairman and as Chief Strategy Officer guides
Brick Hospitality, an employee-owned hotel-management group, led bysome of his senior executives. NOTABLE: Rauch is known as the “HotelGuru” for his extensive knowledge of the hospitality industry. SOCIAL IMPACT:Throughout his career, Rauch has been a consistent supporter andadvocate for professional women in the hospitality industry. QUOTABLE: “Ourteam’s diverse mix of talents enables us to tackle the most complex hospitality
challenges. Our breadth of experience and agility make us unique.”

WHY: Tracy Walker has been in charge of Hilton Hotels Worldwide’s west
region operations since 2018. Prio to that, she served as Area General
Manager of San Diego, in charge of managing Hilton San Diego Bayfront,
The Hotel Del Coronado, Hilton Torrey Pines and Embassy Suites La Jolla.
NOTABLE: Over her nearly 20-year career with Hilton, she has worked in
New Jersey, Florida and Hawaii, where she served as general manager ofthe 2,860-room Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort in Honolulu anddirected a multimillion-dollar renovation and expansion at that property.

CHAIRMAN & CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER, BRICK HOSPITALITY

AREA VP, OPERATIONS - WEST, HILTON HOTELS WORLDWIDE

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JOHN ALESSIOTREVOR BLAIR

WHY: A managing partner since 2018, John Alessio focuses on complex
class-action, business and employment litigation, with particular experiencein trade-secret misappropriation, unfair competition, real estate, shareholder
and contractual disputes to include cross-border issues. NOTABLE: He hasachieved great results for clients of all sizes in civil trials, arbitrations and mediations. SOCIAL IMPACT: Procopio donates funds and provides in-kind services to more than 200 charitable, educational, arts and professional organizations.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “We always focus on three C’s: clients, culture, and community.”

WHY: A native of San Diego, Trevor Blair has over 20 years ofexperience in executive search, recruiting, and workforce development. NOTABLE: He began his career with a global providerof recruiting and HR solutions, and was initially based in Sydney,
Australia. SOCIAL IMPACT: Returning to San Diego five years
later, Blair worked closely with nonprofit organizations to develop
training and job-placement programs for underserved communities.
WORDS OF WISDOM: "Pay it forward."

MICHAEL ATTANASIOKEVAN BRADSHAW

WHY: Michael Attanasio is chair of Cooley’s global Litigation Department. NOTABLE: He was co-trial counsel for baseball legend Roger Clemens in the
obstruction of Congress and perjury prosecution brought against Clemensby the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The jury returned not-guilty verdicts on all six
counts. SOCIAL IMPACT: Michael secured the conviction of a coal mining
company and its owner for mail fraud involving bid rigging on coal-supply contracts at a public utility. QUOTABLE “I defend companies against threats to theirinnovation and success, and I defend individuals against threats to their freedom.”

WHY: Kevan Bradshaw is a member of PwC’s Assurance Innovation Leadership Team, responsible for leading strategic communications for PwC’s U.S.
Assurance innovation practice. He also leads PwC strategy with assurance
practice clients and markets to drive the advanced use of Centers of Excellence for delivering services to our clients. NOTABLE: Bradshaw spent four
years working in PwC’s Assurance Leadership Team in China. SOCIAL IMPACT:The PwC Charitable Foundation has invested more than $172 million supporting
education, military veterans and aid to natural disaster victims.

JENNIFER BARNES

BILL BRENNAN

WHY: Jennifer Barnes’ firm helps organizations’ profit by utilizing her team ofcontrollers, CFOs, senior finance, and operational leaders. They also provide
accounting and bookkeeping services, plus a team of HR experts. NOTABLE:
Barnes is an SDBJ 2021 Business Women of the Year Award winner. SOCIALIMPACT: She volunteers as a mentor at SDSU and Miramar College. QUOTABLE: “In my view, you build your reputation with your current and future clientsby being a trusted adviser and doing everything you can to help them be successful.”

WHY: Bill Brennan joined CMR in 2020 with over 24 years of industry experience as a principal, broker at other large insurance firms. NOTABLE:
He is now chief revenue officer, and part of the new Executive Leadership
Team, which oversees daily operations and strategic goals. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has been on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters, is co-founderof the Daisy Miracle Foundation, and is very active with USD organizations.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “I believe a life spent giving is a life worth living.”

MANAGING PARTNER, PROCOPIO CORY HARGREAVES & SAVITCH LLPCEO, BLAIR SEARCH PARTNERSSTRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS LEADER, PWC

PARTNER, COOLEY

CEO, OPTIMA OFFICECHIEF REVENUE OFFICER, CMR

VINCENT J. BARTOLOTTA, JR.

FOUNDING PARTNER, THORSNES BARTOLOTTA MCGUIRE
WHY: Vincent J. Bartolotta, Jr specializes in plaintiff’s litigation with a focus
in business disputes, condemnation, and major-injury cases. NOTABLE:
Bartolotta is recognized by Woodward/White as one of the Best Lawyers
in America – an honor he has received the past 30 years. SOCIAL IMPACT: Bartolotta earned his negotiator’s stripes in the jungles of Thailand, compensating relatives of victims of friendly fire while in the Marine
Corps. QUOTABLE: “There’s no secret about what I do. I really do care for
my clients; each case gets the same kind of attention my family would get.”

ERIC BESTE

RYAN BUELL

FOUNDER & CEO, SAYVA
WHY: Ryan Buell’s company elevates organizations with strategic finance, accounting, IT, and HR experts, and experienced consulting teams at every stageof growth. NOTABLE: Sayva specialize in delivering strategic support and extraordinary outcomes to finance, accounting, technology, and HR teams. SOCIAL IMPACT: Buell serves on the boards of the Better Business Bureau andConnect. QUOTABLE: “My top priority is ensuring our culture is consistent with
our values, and to make sure our company’s growth strategy aligns with creating
value and growth opportunities for clients, employees, consultants, and candidates.”

PARTNER, BARNES & THORNBURG LLPREID CARR

WHY: Eric Beste focuses his practice on white-collar criminal defense, internal
investigations, and compliance matters, and complex business litigation. NOTABLE: As a supervisor in one of the busiest federal districts in the country,
Beste oversaw hundreds of cases, many involving nationally significant prosecutions. SOCIAL IMPACT: While serving in the Southern District of California,
Beste was responsible for devising strategies to combat financial frauds andensure coordination among various federal agencies. QUOTABLE: “Gratitude.
That’s my reaction to being recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers
in America with over 250 colleagues.”

WHY: Red Door Interactive is a multichannel marketing agency for enterprise brands. Reid Carr has been president and CEO for 22 years,
and CEO and Executive Creative Director for six years. NOTABLE: Hegave a Ted Talk about “100% jerk-free workplace,” and hosts The Marketing Remix podcast. SOCIAL IMPACT: Carr is a board member at Benefunder, Voice of San Diego, and San Diego Sport Innovators. WORDS OFWISDOM: “The marketing world is fast-paced. Blink, and you’ll miss the latest digital marketing trends. Red Door is here to help you stay on top of it all.”BETH BINGERPRESIDENT, BINGER COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
WHY: Binger Communications, Inc. (BCI) has a proven track record
securing media coverage designed to influence key audiences andindustry leaders. NOTABLE: BCI has secured coverage in WSJ.
com, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and The San Diego
Union-Tribune, among others. SOCIAL IMPACT: Binger has been
involved with the Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) of
Orange County since 2015, when BCI commenced its annual sponsorship of the HEEF Gala to raise scholarship funds for college-boundHispanic students. WORDS OF WISDOM: “fortes Fortuna adiuvat”

CALLIE BJURSTROM

MANAGING PARTNER, SAN DIEGO, PILLSBURY
WINTHROP SHAW PITTMAN LLP
WHY: Callie Bjurstrom, a Pillsbury Intellectual Property partner and board member,is recognized by the Daily Journal as a top litigator delivering big wins. NOTABLE: A
tenacious client advocate, Bjurstrom has successfully tried cases to verdict as leadcounsel in both state and federal courts, as well as represented clients before theInternational Trade Commission. SOCIAL IMPACT: She is on the front lines assistingclients with COVID-19 matters. QUOTABLE: “I have considerable experience in cases
involving electronic gaming systems and devices, building product materials, RFID-based
products, computer software systems, and food and beverage products.”

CEO, RED DOOR INTERACTIVEDAVID S. CASEY, JR.

MANAGING PARTNER, CASEYGERRY
WHY: David S. Casey, Jr. joined the firm in 1976 after working as a prosecutor for the San Diego City Attorney’s office. The practice was foundedby his late father, David S. Casey Sr., in 1947 and is the oldest plaintiffs’
law firm in San Diego. NOTABLE: CaseyGerry’s personal-injury lawyers
have recovered billions of dollars on behalf of clients. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Since 2008, Casey served as state chair for Senator Dianne Feinstein’s
Judicial Selection Committee. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It is an honor torepresent and support an individual whose life has been severely impacted.”

STEVE COOPERSMITH

MANAGING ATTORNEY, COOPERSMITH LAW
WHY: Steve Coopersmith founded The Coopersmith Law Firm nearly 15
years ago, after substantial experience as a business litigator in San Diego, and service as a military prosecutor in the U.S. Army’s Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps. NOTABLE: The firm has grown substantially, representing businesses and individuals with business interests at allstages of litigation. SOCIAL IMPACT: Coopersmith is a member of San
Diego Rotary Club 33, and an active participant in the San Diego community. QUOTABLE: “Representing both plaintiffs and defendants, we provide
clear thinking and intelligent advice to a wide range of clients.”

ANNA CROWE

CEO & FOUNDER, CROWE PR
WHY: Anna Crowe is a recognized public relations expert, best-selling author, speaker,
and marketing faculty. NOTABLE: For over 20 years, she has represented iconic brands
around the globe, pivoting from a Big 4 CPA track to founding and scaling a national
public relations agency. SOCIAL IMPACT: Crowe is president elect of the San Diego
Chapter of the Entrepreneurs Organization and is an active member of the PEERS Network and digital wellness non-profit Half The Story. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I have always
had a knack for uncovering opportunities where others saw roadblocks.”

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DEEDEE DEMANRACHEL FORD HUTMAN

WHY: DeeDee DeMan built Bench International from a single-person life-science and healthcare executive-recruiting firm into a
global recruiting and advisory business. NOTABLE: DeMan andBench often invest in the companies they serve. In 2020, DeMan
participated in creating a women’s health, early-detection, liquid-biopsy company, Mammogen, Inc. SOCIAL IMPACT: DeMan founded
The Bank of Women, comprising of over 1,100 women who are “Ready
Now” for independent director and C-suite roles. QUOTABLE: “We makelife-changing placements so our clients can change lives.”

WHY: Rachel Ford Hutman founded Ford Hutman Media in February 2020. The firm specializes
in media relations, thought leadership, and executive visibility to biotech, digital health, and medtech companies. NOTABLE: She has counseled well-known healthtech organizations and led
communication strategies to brands including Illumina, Johnson & Johnson and Best Buy. SOCIAL IMPACT: A sought-after speaker with positive energy, creativity and humor, she is Athena
On Boards certified and serves on the board for dbaPlatform. QUOTABLE: “We work with a groupof proven creative and technology partners to extend our core offering based on unique client needs.”

CHAIRMAN & CEO, BENCH INTERNATIONALBILL EIGNERPARTNER, PROCOPIO
WHY: Listed in The Best Lawyers In America, Bill Eigner is the go-to
person for M&A and financing emerging life science, technology, andother companies. NOTABLE: Eigner represented a wireless healthcompany in raising convertible debt from angel investors. SOCIAL IMPACT: Procopio donates funds and provides in-kind services to morethan 200 charitable, educational, arts and professional organizations.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you’re going to help someone, go all the way.”

JEFF FISHERMANAGING PARTNER, LMA WORLDWIDE
WHY: Since 2011, Jeff Fisher has been with LMA, a full-service marketing and advertising agency that serves medium to large businesses
throughout the US. NOTABLE: Fisher was vice president and general manager of Cox Media in San Diego for seven years. SOCIAL IMPACT: Fisher served on the board of the San Diego Rescue Mission
and is on the board of The Boys to Men Mentoring Network. WORDS OFWISDOM: “If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong
room.” – Michael Dell, founder Dell Technologies

LAURIE FISHERPRESIDENT, LMA WORLDWIDE
WHY: Before founding LMA Worldwide in 2004, Laurie Fisher was a top producer
for KFMB stations and Clear Channel Radio. NOTABLE: With over 20 years of media experience across multiple platforms, she places an emphasis on cutting-edge
marketing strategies for clients’ success. SOCIAL IMPACT: Utilizing pro bono marketing, she has helped Shabbat San Diego, Second Chance, Classic for Kids, theKindness Initiative, Mano a Mano Foundation and Humble Designs gain awareness andraise much needed funds. She supports The San Diego Police Foundation and the San
Diego Food Bank. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said,
people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou

CEO, FORD HUTMAN MEDIAJAMES P. FRANTZOWNER, FRANTZ LAW GROUP, APLC
WHY: James P. Frantz’s four decades-plus of experience includes litigating catastrophic-injury claims, amusement park accidents, product liability, and similar
claims. NOTABLE: The Frantz team secured landmark verdicts and settlements,
including $800 million against MGM Resorts International on behalf of victims ofthe 2017 Las Vegas shooting at Mandalay Bay. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has servedon the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee for the Porter Ranch Gas Leak litigation, one of
the largest mass-tort litigations in U.S. history. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Professional
credentials make a difference in case preparation, in settlement negotiations, and in court.”

KERI GOHMAN
CEO, CARET

WHY: Keri Gohman leads CARET, a leading legal practice management platform for attorneys and legal professionals. NOTABLE: Gohman has extensive
experience in finance and technology. Past employers include Intuit, GE Financial Assurance, Capital One and XERO. She is also on the boards of Bain
Capital Ventures, Pleo and Passport and is an advisor at Homebase. SOCIALIMPACT: Gohman is a National Board Member, Chair Chapter Performance Committee for Make-A-Wish America. QUOTABLE “I am focused on enabling teams toreinvent, creating and increasing customer and shareholder value along the journey.”

BRETT GOOD

SR. DISTRICT PRESIDENT , ROBERT HALF
WHY: Brett Good is the Sr. District President overseeing operations for theaccounting, finance, administrative and customer service practice groups
throughout the Southern California, Arizona, Nevada and Utah regions
for Robert Half, the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions
firm. NOTABLE: He is an Executive Sponsor of SOMOS Familia, one ofRobert Half's Employee Network Groups. SOCIAL IMPACT: Good has three
decades of experience in the staffing and consulting industry, specializing in
financial turnarounds and business reorganization. QUOTABLE: “I am proud thatmy career at Robert Half has allowed me to build relationships within a multitude of business markets andbecome involved in several community support programs.”

Congratulations to our founding
partner Sean Southard for his
recognition as one of San Diego’s
Most Influential Business Leaders!
Since helping to found our firmten years ago, Sean has played
an essential and proactive rolein the continued growth andsuccess of CGS3 – helping toestablish our firm as a leader
among a new generation of highly specialized law firms– and playing a key role in some of the region’s mosthigh-profile commercial real estate projects andtransactions. He is well deserving of this recognition by
the San Diego Business Journal.
Visit us at cgs3.com to learn more.

858.367.7676 | WWW.CGS3.COM

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Frantz Law Group, APLCCONGRATULATESJAMES P. FRANTZ
for being honored in the
San Diego Business Journal’s
SD500 Most Influential Business
Leaders
Advocating for Clients for More Than
44 Years.
Bringing multibillion-dollar justice to thewronged.

402 W Broadway Suite 860 San Diego CA 92101(855) 735-5945 | www.frantzlawgroup.com

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JONATHAN HANWIT

THOMAS S. INGRASSIA

CEO, THINKPARALLAX

WHY: Jonathan Hanwit is a founding partner and CEO of thinkPARALLAX, a full-service sustainability strategy and communications agency. NOTABLE: As a branding, strategy, and citizenship expert, Hanwit has worked with international brands
such as Southwest Airlines, Twitter, and Qualcomm on large-scale purpose-driven
communications projects. SOCIAL IMPACT: Professionally and personally, Hanwit donates his time and resources to causes and communities for positive impact
and serves as mentor for businesses in social impact and creative. QUOTABLE: “I amalways working on redefining what we call work life balance to get the most out of both.”

PETER HEALDSHAREHOLDER, PETTIT KOHN INGRASSIA LUTZ & DOLIN PC
WHY: Thomas S. Ingrassia is a founding member and co-chair of the firm’s
Employment and Labor Department. NOTABLE: Ingrassia has achieved
Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating for his legal ability and ethical standards.
He has been one of San Diego Super Lawyers’ annually since 2008. SOCIALIMPACT: Ingrassa has hosted Human Resources Professionals’ roundtablegroups for more than 20 years and is a former President of the San Diego
Society for Human Resource Management. QUOTABLE: “I defend California
employers of all sizes and across all industries in all forms of employment disputes.”

STEFAN JENSEN

CEO, SIGNATURE ANALYTICS
WHY: As CEO, Peter Heald leads a team of experts in providing outsourced accounting and CFO business-advisory services to clients across various industries.
NOTABLE: With over 20 years of experience in leadership and advisory roles, Heald
has a proven track record of growing companies, and executing strategic M&A deals.
In 2022, Signature Analytics was named an SDBJ Best Places to Work. SOCIALIMPACT: Heald is passionate about building and improving culture, which he believes
is the path to greatness for all companies. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Having a vision forwhat you want is not enough. Vision without execution is hallucination.” – Thomas Edison

CHRISTOPHER C. HOFFMAN

PARTNER & CEO, MOTIONSTRAND
WHY: Stefan Jensen has been partner and CEO for more than eight years
at Motionstrand, a full-service digital agency of creative thinkers and technical experts. NOTABLE: Jensen also works closely with the senior leadership team to evolve and expand the agency. SOCIAL IMPACT: Motionstrand has donated over $250,000 to help build the Children’s Discovery
Museum’s brand and digital experience. QUOTABLE: “We wholeheartedly
believe in the power of a phenomenal diverse team. Each day, we help drive
each other to only create products of the highest integrity, quality, and craftsmanship.”

STEVEN JONESREGIONAL MANAGING PARTNER, FISHER & PHILLIPS LLP
WHY: As founding and managing partner of the San Diego office, Christopher
C. Hoffman has represented hundreds of employers in matters ranging fromclass-action litigation to traditional labor matters and general employment advice. NOTABLE: Hoffman is regularly recognized in San Diego Super Lawyers
and The Best Lawyers in America. SOCIAL IMPACT: Fisher & Phillips is part of
the national Law Firm Antiracism Alliance, which is helping various organizations
collaborate to create large-scale, coordinated pro bono projects to address systemic racism. QUOTABLE: “For over 19 years I have focused on assisting companies
strategically avoid and, when necessary, respond, to their employment-based concerns.”

DAN HOM

CFO, JONES

WHY: Known as one of America’s top experts on leadership and DE&I, JONESCEO Dr. Steven Jones has dedicated his career to building a world-class global
consulting firm that strengthens its clients’ ability to excellence. NOTABLE: He
is the first person of African descent to be ordained as a Buddhist monk at a
700-year-old Thailand monastery. SOCIAL IMPACT: He previously served as anational diversity consultant to Honda, Qualcomm, and the NBA, among others.
QUOTABLE: “I am committed to continuing the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.”SARA KATZ

CEO, KATZ & ASSOCIATESPRESIDENT, FOCUSCOM, INC.
WHY: Born and raised in San Diego, Dan Hom is a community relations expert
whose connections stretch across a wide range of areas and industries. NOTABLE: In 2023, Hom was honored by the San Diego Business Journal witha Lifetime Achievement Award at a celebration for Asian Leaders. SOCIAL IMPACT: Over the years, Hom has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for organizations like the San Diego Hospice, the Risen Project, the San Diego Asian Film
Foundation, and the Asian Business Association. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Love yourcommunity and give back. If you involve yourself in the community, it will pay off tenfold.”

WHY: Sara Katz’s experience with water and wastewater programs includes
work in California, Nevada, Texas, Georgia, Florida and Sydney, Australia.
Other areas of expertise include air transportation, land use planning, redevelopment, mass transit, energy, schools and consumer protection NOTABLE: Recent clients have included the City of San Diego Public Utilities Department, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Port of San Diego. SOCIALIMPACT: She sits on the board of directors for the San Diego Taxpayers Association and the San Diego Chamber of Commerce’s Water and Energy Policy Committee. QUOTABLE: “We help people communicate effectively about things that matter.”

BECAUS E YO UR B US I N E S S
MAT TER S
An accomplished open water swimmer
and former U.S. Army JAG Officer, Steve
Coopersmith enjoys a challenge. The
founder of a boutique business litigation
law firm, he constantly keeps his team
motivated to take on complex cases, togive the wisest counsel and to obtain thebest results possible.
The Coopersmith Law Firm’s primary
focus is handling corporate andpartnership breakups, financial fraud
and executive-level employment
litigation, as well as fine art disputes andselected large municipal and land use
matters.

The Firm, including partner Philippa
Grumbley, who appeared on the Super
Lawyers Rising Stars list for 2023,
approaches each case uniquely andstrategically, finding the smartest option
to move towards a result that means
success for that client.
On the list of San Diego Super Lawyers
honorees since 2014, Coopersmith was
also selected as one of the Top 50
Influential Veteran Business Leaders anda Leader in Law finalist by the Business
Journal in recent years.

Steven T. Coopersmith
SD500 Honoree

The Coopersmith Law Firm, LLP
team shares this SD500 honor!

1230 Columbia Street, Suite 680, San Diego, CA 92101
2022

619 238 7360 . stc@stevecoopersmithlaw.com
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Pillsbury congratulates San Diego office managing
partner Callie Bjurstrom, whose decades of service
to both clients and community make her one of
San Diego’s most influential people.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200 | San Diego, CA 92130+1.858.509.4000 | pillsburylaw.com

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TRAVIS KESTERJULIE LOWEN

WHY: Travis Kester began his public accounting career in 2004 with RSM US LLP.
He was promoted to Partner in 2021 leading the firm’s consumer products andtax divisions. NOTABLE: He has advised numerous technology, manufacturing
and distribution, and life-sciences companies on various corporate tax matters,
including corporate reorganizations, and accounting methods and periods, in connection with his client-service efforts. SOCIAL IMPACT: RSM has volunteered morethan 92,900 hours and donated more than $1,303,535 to charities that support education and address hunger, housing and health. QUOTABLE “I lead tax-engagement teams
while collaborating with my clients’ management teams to arrive at the optimum tax solution.”

WHY: Julie Lowen leads Children’s Paradise, a collection of high-quality early-childhood education centers. NOTABLE: Lowen also launched Sweet Teams,
a comprehensive training system that ensures best practices in every childcare
center. SOCIAL IMPACT: She chairs the Smarty Patch Foundation, a nonprofit
that provides financial and resource “patches” to promote continuous early learning of children in troublesome situations. QUOTABLE: “We are dedicated to thedevelopment of a caring education system, where learning begins at birth. We believein the equality of learning for children regardless of where they grow up or how much money their parents make.”

PARTNER, RSM US LLP

FOUNDER & CEO, CHILDREN’S PARADISE PRESCHOOL& INFANT CENTERS

ANDREW KOHNJENNIFER LUTZ

WHY: Andrew Kohn has a wide range of civil litigation and trial experience,
primarily in personal injury, business litigation, and products liability. He hasserved as CEO since the firm’s inception in 2006. NOTABLE: Kohn has
been selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America for 2019-24, earning recognition for his work in personal injury litigation defense and productliability litigation defense. SOCIAL IMPACT: Kohn is involved with many local legal organizations, as well as alumni organizations affiliated with Harvard
University and the University of Arizona. QUOTABLE: “Luck favors the prepared.”

WHY: Jennifer Lutz is Shareholder in Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC –an AV-rated, full-service trial and litigation firm with expertise in litigating andresolving civil matters in both state and federal courts. NOTABLE: Lutz has
successfully litigated disputes involving issues of discrimination, wrongfultermination, harassment, defamation, and both individual and class-action
wage and hour claims. SOCIAL IMPACT: Lutz’s affiliations include the National Human Resources Association, San Diego County Bar Association and
San Diego Society for Human Resource Management.

JASON KRUGERDAVID MCCULLOUGH

CEO & SHAREHOLDER, PETTIT KOHN INGRASSIA LUTZ & DOLIN PC

PRESIDENT & FOUNDER, SIGNATURE ANALYTICS
WHY: Jason Kruger founded Signature Analytics in 2008 to provide expert levelaccounting and business advisory solutions to small and middle-market businesses throughout Southern California and beyond. NOTABLE: Signature Analytics been recognized five times on the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies list and as one of the Best Places to Work nationwide. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Kruger is actively involved in the school that his three daughters attend. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretzky

ALESSANDRA LEZAMA
FOUNDER & CEO, TOOTRIS

WHY: Alessandra Lezama founded TOOTRiS, an on-demand childcare
technology platform that is reinventing how parents access and pay
for affordable, high-quality child care. NOTABLE: Prior to Tootris, she
led AbacusNext’s growth from less than 30 employees and $5 million in annual revenues to trailing $95 million, 20% EBITDA and over
500 employees in less than four years. SOCIAL IMPACT: Lezama is aboard member of the San Diego Foundation; a member of the California
Preschool Business Advisory Council; and Vice-Chair and Management
Council Director of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to attend high-quality childcare.”

SHAREHOLDER, PETTIT KOHN INGRASSIA LUTZ & DOLIN PC

PRINCIPAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT, MCCULLOUGHLANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
WHY: David McCullough oversees all aspects of the design and production of his firm’s projects. NOTABLE: McCullough Landscape in 2013
was chosen as the landscape architect for San Diego State University.
SOCIAL IMPACT: He is active in the San Diego Architecture Foundation,
American Institute of Architects San Diego Urban Design Committee and ischair of the Pecha Kucha Night program. QUOTABLE: “In the past, the way wewould preserve nature is, we would put up fences around it and tell human beingsto stay out. We’ve learned how to protect it… The next part is how do we become part of it in a symbiotic way.”

RIC MILITICEO & CREATIVE DIRECTOR, INNOVISION MARKETING GROUP
WHY: Ric Militi heads InnoVision Marketing Group, a leading brand, advertising,and digital agency that services all categories, specializing in casino, healthcare, nonprofit, and retail, among others. NOTABLE: His marketing successbegan in his early 20s when he launched Galpin Studio Rentals, which has
become the largest transportation company in the entertainment industry. SOCIAL IMPACT: Among InnoVision’s clients are nonprofits Solutions for Change
and Fire Safe. QUOTABLE: “I am most proud of our positive and collaborative culture, advancing team members’ careers, and leading them to success and happiness.”

We are proud to
C O N G R AT U L AT E O U R C O L L E AG U E SPaul Nation &David Diamond

On being recognized by the San Diego Business Journal
as two of theTop 500 Executives
IN SAN DIEGO
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JULI MORANFRED PLEVIN

WHY: Juli Moran is marketplace leader of Deloitte’s San Diego practice. She
oversees four key business areas: Audit, Tax, Consulting, and Advisory Services and leads marketplace and community activities. NOTABLE: Moranis also Deloitte’s Life Science lead client service partner, responsible for theoverall relationship for a select number of Deloitte’s strategic Life Science clients in the west region. SOCIAL IMPACT: Moran sists on the American Heart
Association – San Diego Division’s Board of Directors. QUOTABLE: “Always be
brave and most importantly, be inclusive of others in your journey!”

WHY: Fred Plevin has over 35 years of experience advising and representing California employers in all types of litigated employment disputes instate and federal court. NOTABLE On Jan. 1, 2023, Paul, Plevin mergedwith Quarles & Brady LLP, an AmLaw 200 firm with a national platform.
Fred Plevin serves as Managing Partner of Quarles’ San Diego office. SOCIAL IMPACT: Fred Plevin is active in several national labor and employment
organizations. QUOTABLE: “Since 2019, I have been appointed by California’sChief Justice to serve on the California Legislature Workplace Conduct Panel.”

JEFF MORTON

VICTOR RAMSAUERMANAGING DIRECTOR, DELOITTESAN DIEGO OFFICE MANAGING PARTNER, QUARLES & BRADY LLPPARTNER, PROCOPIO CORY HARGREAVES & SAVITCH LLPCEO, PRESIDENT & SHAREHOLDER, LEVITZACKS, CPAS

WHY: Jeff Morton leads Procopio’s Life Sciences Practice and co-leads the
Licensing and Technology Transactions Practice. NOTABLE: For more than
15 years, his legal practice has been focused on intellectual-property protection and related technology transactions, representing startup enterprises,
large Fortune 500 companies, and serving as external IP/corporate counsel
to hundreds of companies and foreign law firms from around the world. SOCIAL IMPACT: Procopio donates funds and provides in-kind services to morethan 200 community and charitable organizations. QUOTABLE: “I represent startup
enterprises, large Fortune 500 companies, and serve as external IP/corporate counsel tohundreds of companies and foreign law firms from around the world.”

WHY: As LevitZacks CEO, Victor Ramsauer advises the firm’s clients withthe sale, acquisition and divestiture of businesses with values exceeding$175 million. NOTABLE: Ramsauer also advises various government
contractors in preparing for the successful completion of pre-award surveys by Defense Contract Audit Agency and in the preparation and negotiation of forward pricing rate SOCIAL IMPACT: Ramsauer is treasurer
for the Cyber Center of Excellence and San Diego Chapter of the MIT Forumand is on the Audit Committee of the Downtown San Diego Partnership. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “To resolve complex problems, you have to ask smart questions and be a great listener.”

PAUL NATIONSAM REESESENIOR MANAGING DIRECTOR, CBIZ

CEO, VISTAGE WORLDWIDE INC.

WHY: Paul Nation is responsible for the overall management of the CBIZ MHM, LLC
offices of Southern California, and the direction of client services. CBIZ is one of thenation’s top providers of accounting, tax, and advisory services. NOTABLE: He has
been with the company since 1979, and in public accounting for more than 40 years.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Nation is a member of the World Trade Association of San Diego,
Corporate Directors Forum and the North County Economic Development Council.
QUOTABLE: “The main thing is the overall philosophy and culture of putting our people
first. If we take care of our people, they are going to do a better job of taking care of our clients.”

WHY: Sam Reese has been CEO for nearly eight years at Vistage
Worldwide, Inc. – the world’s largest coaching and peer-advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. NOTABLE: Over his 35-year
career, Reese has led and advised CEOs and key executives of companies all over the world. SOCIAL IMPACT: While living in Denver, Reese
founded, sponsored and coached a highly competitive AAU basketballclub. Instead of paying to participate, players needed to be high academic and high character student athletes, and in return all expenses are paid by
the club. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Valuable insights come from outside your industry and company type.”

DOUGLAS A. PETTIT

VP & SHAREHOLDER, PETTIT KOHN INGRASSIA LUTZ & DOLIN PC

ROBERT P. ROBINSON

WHY: Douglas A. Pettit has extensive trial and litigation experience in civil litigation,business litigation, and professional liability. NOTABLE: Best Lawyers in America recognized him as San Diego “Lawyer of the Year” for Legal Malpractice in2015, 2018, and 2023 and for Professional Malpractice in 2024. His extraordinary record of favorable outcomes and exemplary client service has resulted
in recognition by his peers. SOCIAL IMPACT: Pettit is also a lecturer at the University of San Diego, where he teaches a course in Experiential Advocacy. QUOTABLE: “Being in business with people I like, trust, and respect has been a key for me”

WHY: Robert P. Robinson’s legal practice encompasses business law,real-property law, and litigation. NOTABLE: In addition to managing
Hickman Robinson Yaege LLP, Robinson is owner of Pacific Region
Real Estate Company. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is an advisory board
member at the SDSU Corky McMillin Center for Real Estate. QUOTABLE: “At Hickman Robinson Yaege, we understand that changing economic trends, and the evolving legal climate requires adaptive strategy.”

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HEATHER ROSINGRONSON SHAMOUN

WHY: Heather Rosing is Klinedinst PC President and CEO and chairs thefirm’s Complex Litigation and Professional Liability Department. NOTABLE:
Her track record includes notable victories in State Court, Federal Court,
and arbitration. SOCIAL IMPACT: Rosing frequently speaks pro bono on
malpractice, ethics, and risk management issues across the country. She
was appointed co-vice chair of the Civility Task Force, a joint effort of the California Lawyers Association, the State Bar, and the California Judges Association. WORDS OF WISDOM: “If you strive for excellence without consideration ofself, but for others, you will bring great value to your community and great satisfaction to yourself.”

WHY: Founder Ronson Shamoun and his experienced team of attorneys specialize in federal and state taxation matters, with an emphasis in criminal tax
defense, tax controversy, international tax, and estate planning. NOTABLE:
The firm has managed complicated tax matters and earned unprecedented
success on numerous recent Paycheck Protection Program cases. SOCIALIMPACT: Shamoun sits on the University of San Diego School of Law Board of
Visitors and the USD School of Business Board of Advisors. QUOTABLE: “I ama proud San Diego native and a three-time graduate of the University of San Diego.”

MARK SANDERS

SVP, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & CO-CHAIR DE&I,
BENCH INTERNATIONALPRESIDENT & CEO, KLINEDINST PC

PRESIDENT & CEO, R3 STRATEGIC SUPPORT GROUP
WHY: Mark Sanders leads R3, an agile, service-disabled veteran-owned small business and employee-owned company that provides innovative strategic solutions
across a broad spectrum of government and commercial domains. NOTABLE: As
Deputy Commander of Combined Joint Task Force Troy, Iraq’s multinational andinteragency counter-IED brigade task force, Sanders oversaw the 1,400-person task
force at the height of the surge. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sanders serves on the Advisory
Board of the Navy Special Operations Foundation. QUOTABLE: “We rapidly identify
requirements, capture resources, and maximize readiness to accelerate our clients’ success.”

CEO, RJS LAW

LINDA SIERRA

WHY: With more than 30 years of experience in the life sciences industry, Linda Sierra spent the first 18 in HR with five biotechnology companies. NOTABLE: She transitioned to executive search in 2010, with the first seven years as a top executive recruiter,and has led business development since 2017, focusing on VP and C-level executives.
SOCIAL IMPACT: As a Latina, Sierra is passionate about DE&I and has held several
symposia on the subject. WORDS OF WISDOM: "For 30 years, I've been bridging life science and underrepresented communities. Excited for more diversity in our beloved industry."

SEAN SOUTHARD

SARAH SCHAFFER

FOUNDING PARTNER, CROSBIE GLINER SCHIFFMAN
SOUTHARD & SWANSON LLP (CGS3)

WHY: As a Certified Family Law Specialist, a distinction earned from the State Barof California, Sarah Schaffer is an empathetic yet aggressive advocate for families
across San Diego. NOTABLE: Her legal experience includes representing clientsin challenging, high-conflict family law matters. SOCIAL IMPACT: Schaffer earlier
served in the U.S. Marine Corps. QUOTABLE: “My background as a tax attorneyhelps me to not only understand and assist clients with their tax and financial planningneeds, but also gives me the ability to ensure their assets are adequately protected.”

WHY: Sean Southard is a founding partner of CGS3, a commercial realestate law firm with practice areas covering finance, acquisition/disposition, entity formation, tax, development, land use, leasing, distressed asset workouts and dispute resolution. NOTABLE: Over the past 20 years,
Southard has successfully completed major leasing transactions totaling
more than 10 million square feet of space across all sectors of commercial
real estate. SOCIAL IMPACT: Southard was commissioned by the U.S. Navy,
serving tours in Iraq and Somalia. QUOTABLE: “My ability to take personal ownership of projects and handle
multiple priority matters at once has earned the enduring trust and confidence of my clients.”

MARC S. SCHECHTER

JACQUES SPITZER

FOUNDING ATTORNEY, CEO, SCHAFFER FAMILY LAW GROUP

FOUNDING PARTNER, BUTTERFIELD SCHECHTER LLP
WHY: Marc Schechter specializes in employee benefits, ERISA, and businessmatters. He has extensive experience designing, drafting and implementing all
types of qualified and nonqualified employee-benefit programs. NOTABLE: He
has received an AV Peer Review rating from the Martindale Hubbell International Law Directory. SOCIAL IMPACT: Schechter has written articles on employee
benefit topics for several periodicals. QUOTABLE: “Our client-centered approachto legal matters is well-suited for any client, from small mom-and-pop business owners to large international companies.”

FOUNDER & CEO, RAINDROP AGENCY
WHY: Jacques Spitzer has been CEO of Raindrop Agency, Inc., a marketing/advertising services company, for nearly 14 years. NOTABLE: He wasa digital reporter and writer for NBC News, winning two Emmy awards, andalso helped produce a full-length documentary, “Wampler’s Ascent” that won
over 38 international film festival awards. SOCIAL IMPACT: Raindrop offers
a 12-week hybrid fully paid internship and mentorship program designed todevelop marketing experience through agency structure. QUOTABLE: “We create marketing people love that earns attention, builds brands and drives results.”

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RITA STEELPRESIDENT, PROFESSIONAL TALENT SOLUTIONS,WEST & SOUTHWESTERN OPERATIONS ROBERT HALF
WHY: Rita Steel is the President of West and Southwestern U.S. operations
for Professional Talent Solutions at Robert Half, overseeing more than 100
offices and six practice groups, and has been with the firm for 35 years. NOTABLE: Steel has been recognized several times on the Staffing Industry Analysts Global Power 150 list. SOCIAL IMPACT: Steel is a member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Executive Steering Council and serves as the Executive
Sponsor for the Asian Professionals for Excellence, one of Robert Half’s Employee
Network Groups. She is an advisory board member for the City Ballet of San Diego, which
provides education and outreach programs. QUOTABLE: “Successful leadership is not measured by personal
accomplishments, but by the remarkable journey of empowerment and growth you create in those you inspire.”

SETH STEIN

CEO, EASTRIDGE WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS
WHY: Stein has been CEO of Eastridge Workforce Solutions for nearly four
years and has worked for the company for nearly 26 years. NOTABLE: Eastridge was named to Forbes’ America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms
list 2018-2020. SOCIAL IMPACT: Stein led Eastridge’s transition to a fully
employee-owned company. WORDS OF WISDOM: “A shared purpose is thereason my Eastridge partners and I show up to deliver our best every day.”

PAT SULLIVANNOVEMBER 13, 2023

ROBERT TYSONSTRATEGIC MANAGING PARTNER, TYSON & MENDES LLP
WHY: Over his 30-year legal career, Robert Tyson has successfully resolved
a variety of cases involving complex products liability, commercial and general civil litigation, professional malpractice, environmental, and employment
law. NOTABLE: Tyson is best known for his groundbreaking work on Howellv. Hamilton Meats, a case he argued and won before the California Supreme
Court. He is also author of “Nuclear Verdicts: Defending Justice for All.” SOCIALIMPACT: Mendes is a member of the President’s Advisory Council at Villanova
University. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My mantra: Justice for All.’”

CHRIS WILLIAMS

CEO - WEST REGION, MARSH MCLENNAN AGENCY
WHY: Chris Williams is an experienced insurance executive with over 30
years in the industry, including brokerage, employee-benefits consulting,underwriting, and leadership expertise. NOTABLE: His current role includes
oversight of growth and success of Western U.S. operations through goal
setting, strategic planning, acquisitions, and execution. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Williams is a board member for Playworks, a nonprofit that helps kids tostay active and build valuable life skills through play. WORDS OF WISDOM:“I learned from my grandfather: Expectations only create disappointment. I taught
my kids: Never bet on what you can’t control.”CEO, PAT SULLIVAN CONSULTINGCHELSEA WILSON

WHY: Pat Sullivan started The Sullivan Group in 2000 to provide board, investor, and executive-level strategic and financial consulting services. NOTABLE:
He is also a senior advisor to The Roosevelt Group, a bipartisan organization
providing advocacy, consulting, business development, and strategic communications in the defense and intelligence space. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sullivan is
co-chair of the nonprofit Cyber Center of Excellence. WORDS OF WISDOM:"I have always found that if you do your very best with whatever you take on,
people will notice and opportunity will come your way."

WHY: Chelsea Wilson founded 3CS, an experiential marketing, eventsand creative services firm that has produced events ranging from global
hotel openings and pop-up shops to spring-break pool parties and A-list
concerts with thousands of attendees. NOTABLE: Wilson was nameda San Diego Business Woman of the Year in 2021. QUOTABLE: “I’vebeen working in the experiential marketing, events and creative services
industry for over 15 years and love every crazy moment.”

PETE TOWNSHENDKEVIN WILSON

WHY: Peter Townshend is Managing Partner of TVA, a firm that provides legal,
strategic and business solutions for technology startups, investors and entrepreneurs. NOTABLE: Townshend is also CFO for startup Shop My Porch,
manager for Ambix Venture Management, LLC and serves as outside council for Dandelion Chocolate, Alembic and Avails Medical. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Townshend is on the board of Family Proud, Inc., a digital platform that makes
it simple for people who care to connect with people in need and give support.
QUOTABLE: “We don’t partner with startups that are focused on mere survival.
We work with entrepreneurs driven to change the world.”

WHY: Kevin Wilson coordinates with Procopio’s attorneys to ensure their legal services and experience are known to current and future clients, directing the firm’s
external marketing and business-development operations. NOTABLE: Prior to
his work in the legal industry, Wilson was a brand manager for a $10 billion revenue food service company; a vice consul in international business development
for Invest UK; and a sales manager for West Africa for British American Tobacco.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Procopio donates funds and provides in-kind services to morethan 200 charitable, educational, arts and professional organizations. QUOTABLE:“My role involves ensuring Procopio’s clients receive a first-class legal service experience.”

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DON ADAIRTAMI BARNHART-REESE

WHY: Don Adair started his career with Swinerton Builders in 1988
moving to the San Diego Division in 1999. NOTABLE: Swinerton's
2023 projects include a $250 million downtown apartment towerby Toll Brothers Apartment Living. SOCIAL IMPACT: Swinerton hasoutreach programs to small, local and historically disadvantaged businesses. WORDS OF WISDOM: "Think long term. Your actions are thearchitects of your brand. Take ownership of your actions for they sculpt
not just your brand but the legacy you leave behind.”

WHY: Tami Barnhart-Reese co-founded Barnhart-Reese Construction, Inc. with her father, Douglas Barnhart, and husband, West
Reese. NOTABLE: Barnhart-Reese Construction, Inc. is the latest
Barnhart, Inc. company owned and managed by the Douglas Barnhart family. SOCIAL IMPACT: The business supports a variety of San
Diego organizations. WORDS OF WISDOM: “As with my father’s company, we intend to grow BRC organically and systematically, with corevalues that focus on the benefits of a San Diego-based firm providing construction services that cannot be matched by large firms from outside of our region.”

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF REVENUEOFFICER, SWINERTONAL APUZZOPRESIDENT, BARNHART-REESE CONSTRUCTION, INC.

JASON BARRYPRESIDENT & PRINCIPAL, LEE & ASSOCIATES,NORTH SAN DIEGO COUNTYREALTOR, BARRY ESTATES

WHY: Al Apuzzo has more than a decade of experience in commercial real estate development, brokerage, asset management,
property management and consulting. NOTABLE: Lee & Associates had $32 billion in transactions nationally in 2022 with morethan 75 office locations and more than 75 employees nationwide.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Lee & Associates’ CompassionateLEE is focusedon bringing people together to help the family members of Lee employees
and others in times of crisis. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I’ve always tried to work hard, take the highroad, and put people first, while utilizing strategy and finesse over force and instant gratification.”

WHY: Jason Barry is a leader in the San Diego County luxury real estate market. Barry’s real estate team is consistently responsible for some of the mostexpensive home sales in San Diego County. NOTABLE: The Jason Barry
Team consisting of Jason Barry, Ryan McGovern and Kendra Gibilisco are
the only agent or team to have sold over $5 billion and the only agent or teamto ever have sold over $500 million in one year (2021). SOCIAL IMPACT: Barry
Estates supports nonprofits as well as several private schools. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Choose thoughtfully. In all situations remain calm, maintain the best attitude,
giving your best effort looking to have fun and expecting great things to happen.”

LAURA BARRYGUY ASAROPRESIDENT & CEO, MERIDIAN DEVELOPMENT, LLC
WHY: A 36-year veteran of the real estate industry, Guy Asaro manages all business-related activities, acquisitions, and equity partnerships
at Meridian Development. NOTABLE: Founded in 2014, Meridian Development is one of San Diego’s most prolific developers. The company’s principals have built thousands of homes. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Asaro chairs the Joint Coalition on Inclusionary Housing Policy of the
Building Industry Association of San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Often,
the most complicated problems can be solved with the simplest of solutions,which are overlooked because of their simplicity.”

JIMMY AYALACHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, CHELSEA INVESTMENT CORP.
WHY: Jimmy Ayala joined the Chelsea executive team in May of 2023 tohelp the company achieve its strategic growth objectives. NOTABLE:
Chelsea Investment Corp. has developed more than 100 affordable
housing communities at a cost of more than $2 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Ayala, as a member of Chelsea’s leadership team, works with nonprofit
partners including Serving Seniors, St. Vincent de Paul/Father Joe’s Villages, and United Cerebral Palsy. WORDS OF WISDOM: “After 20-plus
years providing housing to those who want housing to being involved with acompany that provides housing to those who need housing was a driver for me.”REALTOR, BARRY ESTATES
WHY: Laura Barry and business partner Jim Graves hold the record
for most homes sold at or above $10 Million in San Diego County withover $409 million sold in 2022. NOTABLE: Laura Barry, has consistently been rated as one of the top producing real estate professionals
in San Diego County, specializing in luxury homes. SOCIAL IMPACT:
She supports cancer research and animal welfare organizations. WORDS
OF WISDOM: ”The harder you work, the luckier you get.”

MIKE BERRYHILL

VICE PRESIDENT, DIVISION MANAGER, SWINERTON
WHY: As Vice President and Division Manager of Swinerton’s San
Diego operations, Mike Berryhill leads an office that has grown to
be one of the largest contractors in the county over the last several
years. NOTABLE: Berryhill has nearly 30 years of construction industry experience. SOCIAL IMPACT: Berryhill serves on the Downtown San Diego Partnership Board of Directors, Associated General
Contractors San Diego Board of Directors, and The Swinerton Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I am very excited about the possibilities ahead
in 2024. Every day brings on new challenges, opportunities, and experiences.”

DANIEL BRODERICKPRESIDENT AMERICAS ADVISORY, CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD

BEN BADIEEPRESIDENT & CEO, BADIEE DEVELOPMENT INC.
WHY: Badiee Development, Inc. is a full-service real estate development
company specializing in the ground-up development of commercial andindustrial projects throughout Southern California. NOTABLE: Badiee
Development’s primary mission is to turn development visions into outstanding completed projects by creating an enthusiastic, stimulating workplace. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ben Badiee is involved in a variety of mentorshipprograms including NAIOP and has mentored hundreds of young professionals. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I love to create and innovate environments and opportunities that can enhance the lives of people and anybody I come to contact with.”

WHY: As President of Americas Advisory and member of the firm’s
global management team for Cushman & Wakefield, Daniel Broderick oversees the delivery of brokerage and transaction services for all
product types across all markets in North and South America. NOTABLE: Prior to Cushman, he was president and CEO of BRE Commercial, which he led through two sales and two additional mergers. SOCIALIMPACT: Broderick serves as advisory board member for University of
San Diego Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Less is often more. Learn something new every day by being open minded and curious. Progress canonly be achieved through change and evolution, otherwise known as growth.”

PAUL BARNES

ROSS BROWN

WHY: Promoted to division president in 2004, Barnes has a demonstrated history of working in the real estate industry. He is a strong business development professional skilled in land development, value engineering, contracting, feasibility studies, and mixed-use development.
NOTABLE: Shea Homes is the largest privately owned builder in the
U.S. SOCIAL IMPACT: Barnes has served on several civic and nonprofit
boards, including Habitat for Humanity and the San Diego Building Industry Association. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It’s so, so difficult for homebuilders
to bring new communities to market. We’re in a crisis circumstance as far as supply.”

WHY: Ross Brown, Principal at BNBuilders, has over 20 years of experiencein ground-up, life science and higher education projects. NOTABLE: BNBuilders has been the general contractor on such notable projects at the University of California San Diego as the construction of a $67 million Design andInnovation Building. SOCIAL IMPACT: Brown is the head of the Community
Involvement Team at BNB and organizes volunteer activities with several nonprofits. He has also been a volunteer coach for youth sports teams (flag football)for the past four years. QUOTABLE: “We empower our people to do the right thingsand make the right decisions for our clients. Once this basic practice is taken care of, the restof our business falls into place.”

DIVISION PRESIDENT, SHEA HOMES SAN DIEGOPRINCIPAL, BNB BUILDERSBRIAN CAHILLDIVISION PRESIDENT, BALFOUR BEATY CONSTRUCTION
WHY: Brian Cahill oversees operations and business acquisitions
throughout California and Arizona for Balfour Beaty Construction.
NOTABLE: A former U.S. Navy deep sea diver and graduate of
Mesa College and SDSU, Cahill co-authored a book on public education with futurist Rex Miller. SOCIAL IMPACT: Cahill is a trustee
and past board chairman of Ronald McDonald House of Charities
San Diego and board chairman and trustee of Junior Achievement of
San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.” – 14th Dalai Lama

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MIKE CONROYKURT EVANS

WHY: Mike Conroy has more than 24 years of experience in constructionin San Diego County and throughout California, managing and overseeing wide range of projects from new school campuses to museum expansions. NOTABLE: Level 10 Construction’s high profile San Diego County
projects include Frontwave Arena in Oceanside and the University of San
Diego’s Knauss School of Business. SOCIAL IMPACT: Level 10 Construction supports numerous charitable organizations. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Ourpeople have always been the reason for our success. We do what we say we’regoing to do, and we have a reputation for finishing projects on time and within budget.”

WHY: Kurt Evans has more than 25 years of experience spearheading
strategic planning, managing the growth and development of Lusardi
Construction. NOTABLE: Lusardi Construction is licensed or authorized
to build in more than 30 states, Canada and Mexico. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Evans is a long-time supporter of the Semper Fi Fund and Patriotic Service Dog Foundation and a member of the Commercial Real Estate Development Association. Lusardi Construction supports Challenged Athletes
Foundation, Help the Children, and the Padres Pedal the Cause.

VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, LEVEL 10 CONSTRUCTIONWILLIAM DAVIDSONPRESIDENT & FOUNDER, DAVIDSON COMMUNITIESPRESIDENT, LUSARDI CONSTRUCTIONJOHN FRAGEREXECUTIVE MANAGING DIRECTOR & REGIONAL LEADER, CBRE

WHY: William Davidson has built more than 5,000 homes in 45
communities with a value of more than $2 billion. NOTABLE: Since
1978, Davidson Communities has built quality luxury homes of architectural distinction in San Diego, Orange County, and the San
Francisco Bay. SOCIAL IMPACT: Davidson Communities sponsors
an annual holiday food drive benefitting the San Diego Food Bank.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Good design doesn’t come only from a classroom. It arrives, unannounced sometimes, just by keeping your eyes open.”

WHY: John Frager has broad experience in all aspects of sales, marketing, recruiting, training, CRM systems, information technology, organizational development, and financial management with both large public
and small private firms. He has experience with creating new companies and syndications. NOTABLE: CBRE has more than 500 offices inmore than 100 countries, employing more than 115,000 people. SOCIALIMPACT: Frager is member of the board of trustees of the University of San
Diego and serves on the executive committee of the CONNECT San Diegoboard. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Discipline equals Freedom! Mens Sana in Copore Sano. Vivere est Militare.”

DEREK DAVISNICK FRASCO

WHY: Derek Davis formed Davis Reed construction in 2002 with
EE Reed after more than 20 years in the construction industry.
His company has a strong emphasis on high-end hospitality projects such as Vista Collina in Napa and the Pendry San Diego hotel. NOTABLE: davisREED is in the top 200 general contractors
with seven locations nationwide and over 30 years in the business.

WHY: Nick Frasco is responsible for Longfellow Real Estate Partners’ strategic
growth and operations in the Western United States. NOTABLE: Longfellow
is one of the major life science real estate investors in the U.S. with a portfolio
valued at more than $16.5 million. SOCIAL IMPACT: Frasco is a member of
the University of Southern California Alumni Association and NAIOP. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “I am thankful for the role our team has in supporting the life sciences in our region as well as the deep commitment between Longfellow and ourpartners throughout the San Diego community.”

PRESIDENT, DAVISREED CONSTRUCTIONPERRY DEALY

MANAGING DIRECTOR, LONGFELLOW REAL ESTATE PARTNERSPRESIDENT & CEO, DEALY DEVELOPMENTSCOTT FREE

WHY: Perry Dealy has over 45 years of real estate experience in public andprivate development. NOTABLE: Dealy key projects include the Convention
Center Expansion, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, Navy Headquarters,
Wells Fargo Plaza and Grand Del Mar. SOCIAL IMPACT: Dealy is active in
Urban Land Institute, Lincoln Club, San Diego River Park Foundation Boardand more. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Downtown is in the midst of a post COVID
identity crisis with the opportunity to look for the next generation of planning andbig ideas! We will need a new vision to plan and structure the development objectives to continue with the creation of a world class work, live and play center of the region.”

WHY: Scott Free has been with Lusardi Construction for more than 50
years and has helped make it one of the nation’s top general contractors. NOTABLE: Lusardi Construction is licensed or authorized to build in
more than 30 states, Canada and Mexico. SOCIAL IMPACT: Scott Free
has also contributed his time and leadership to multiple organizations, including YMCA, Young Presidents’ Organization San Diego Chapter, Northern Arizona University Foundation Board, the Trust Board of California State
University San Marcos, and the Chief Executive’s Organization.

CEO, LUSARDI CONSTRUCTION CO.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

CARLOS GONZALEZJEFFREY HARPER

WHY: As Division President for Clark Construction Group in Southern California,
Carlos Gonzalez serves clients, partners and Clark teams through project development, preconstruction and project delivery throughout Southern California. NOTABLE: Clark Construction is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the U.S. SOCIAL IMPACT: Gonzalez is a member of the National ACE
Mentor Program Board of Directors, the Civil Engineering Advisory Board at San
Diego Sate University, Hope Builders Board of Directors, and a board member of Taller
San Jose Hope Builders. WORDS OF WISDOM: “What I enjoy most about constructionis that we are creating tangible assets that strengthen our communities.”

WHY: Jeff Harper has led Harper Construction since 2005, when he bought the company
that was founded by his father, Ron Harper, in 1974. He continues the construction family
tradition while maintaining the company’s outstanding reputation and uncompromisingcommitment to quality and safety. NOTABLE: Harper Construction specializes in military
construction, including the 1st Marine Division Headquarters Complex at Camp Pendleton. SOCIAL IMPACT: Harper Construction has supported San Diego State University
College of Engineering among others. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We believe that it takes partnering to succeed. Partnering is about building relationships. Relationships are the key to success.”

DIVISION PRESIDENT, CLARK CONSTRUCTIONSANDRA GRAMLEY

CO-OWNER, PLATT/WHITELAW ARCHITECTS
WHY: Sandra Gramley joined Platt/Whitelaw in 2000 and became principal in2010. NOTABLE: The firm specializes in public design projects such as schools,
recreation centers, water and sewage treatment plants and churches and temples. SOCIAL IMPACT: Gramley is a member of the American Institute of Architects San Diego Chapter. organizations we support. Among the organizations
supported by her firm are, the US Green Building Council, AIA Committee on theEnvironment, Habitat for Humanity, and the ACE Mentor Program. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Architecture is the challenge of pulling together a complicated web of systems andmaterials that have to comply with rigorous regulatory requirements into a beautiful structure.”

RYAN GREENDIVISION PRESIDENT, LENNARPRESIDENT, HARPER CONSTRUCTION

J. KEVIN HEINLY

MANAGING DIRECTOR, WORK SECTOR LEADER & PRINCIPAL, GENSLER
WHY: Kevin Heinly has been pivitol for Gensler’s client development, project
leadership, and strategic vision, growing the team from 20 to 100, throughcollaboration with industry-leading clients. NOTABLE: Gensler is a global
architecture, design, and planning consultancy, with more than 4,000 professionals in 44 offices throughout North America and in Europe and Asia.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Heinly is active in organizations like the Urban Land Instituteand the Downtown San Diego Partnership and serves on the NAIOP San Diego
Chapter Board of Directors and the NewSchool of Architecture and Design Advisory
Board. WORDS OF WISDOM: “A lot of people have talent – drive and perseverance are what sets excellence apart.”

ERIC HEPFERMANAGING DIRECTOR, HINES

WHY: Ryan Green has a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. He is skilled in development, budgeting, sales, feasibility studies, and entitlements. NOTABLE: Lennar Corp. is one of thenation’s leading homebuilders. SOCIAL IMPACT: Lennar in 1989 createdthe Lennar Foundation that receives $1,000 per home sold to offer grants
to support at-risk children and medical research and others. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Success is a community effort, not an individual sport.”

WHY: Eric Hepfer is overseeing the $3 billion Riverwalk redevelopment project in Mission Valley. NOTABLE: Hepfer is a former Navysubmarine officer and a graduate of Harvard Business School andVirginia Military Institute. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hines gives employees
one paid day each year to volunteer for a charity of their choice. Hines
also supports Amnesty International, the National Urban League, theNational Black Child Development Institute, and the Equal Justice Initiative.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be a person who always does what you say you will.”

ZACH HAMMONDBRIAN KOSHLEY

WHY: Zach Hammond became Suffolk San Diego general manager in 2020. In addition to leading operations in San Diego, he is responsible for expanding the company’s presence across various industries, including residential, hospitality, education,science and technology, and aviation. NOTABLE: Suffolk has over $5 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees and 11 offices across the country. SOCIAL IMPACT:San Diego charities supported by Suffolk include San Diego Brain Injury Foundation,
International Humanities Foundation, The Honor Foundation, Jewish Family Service of
San Diego, and Wounded Warrior Support Network. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We’re verybullish on the West Coast market, especially in San Diego.”

WHY: Brian Koshley has more than 35 years of experience in architecturaldesign. He joined Ware Malcomb as regional director in 2021, where heoversees all aspects of architecture, interior architecture, and client relationships for the San Diego offices. NOTABLE: Ware Malcomb has a vast portfolio of projects around the globe. SOCIAL IMPACT: Koshley is a member ofthe American Institute of Architects, the Urban Land Institute, and the National
Association of Office and Industrial Properties. WORDS OF WISDOM: “In theover 35 years I’ve worked closely with sophisticated public and private sector clients,
I’ve striven to create unique and effective environments in both new and existing buildings.”

GENERAL MANAGER, SUFFOLK SAN DIEGO

Douglas and Nancy Barnhart Cancer Center, Chula Vista, CA

REGIONAL DIRECTOR, WARE MALCOMB

Douglas E. Barnhart
Chairman
Barnhart-Reese Construction and
Makena Medical Buildings LLC

Tami Barnhart Reese
President
Barnhart-Reese Construction

Barnhart-Reese Construction, Inc. and
Makena Medical Buildings LLC are proud tocongratulate Douglas Barnhart and Tamela
Barnhart Reese on being recognized as Top
Executives in San Diego!

East Village Green Park | Rendering courtesy OJB Landscape Architects

www.barnhartreese.com

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

ANDY LA DOW

MIKE MAHONEY

WHY: Andy La Dow has spent his entire career in the San Diego commercial real estate industry and oversees advisory operations in Cushman &Wakefield’s San Diego County offices and its approximately 90 commercial real estate professionals. NOTABLE: Cushman & Wakefield is one of
the most active commercial real estate brokerages in San Diego County.
SOCIAL IMPACT: La Dow serves on the Board of the San Diego Yacht
Club Sailing Foundation and NAIOP. WORDS OF WISDOM: “San Diego is an
expanding market that has maintained solid commercial real estate fundamentals overall and remains a place that companies, workers, and residents desire to be.”

WHY: With more than two decades of multifaceted industry experience, Mike Mahoneybrings seasoned capabilities to his role as President of the West Region, leading anddirecting the development, design, construction, and real estate management teamsof Ryan Companies West Region. NOTABLE: Ryan Companies is a major developer of residential, commercial and industrial projects in San Diego County. SOCIALIMPACT: Mahoney is a former president of the San Diego Building Industry Association, a board member of the San Diego Building Industry Association, and a member of
the Urban Land Institute. WORDS OF WISDOM: “San Diego is more of a town than a city, sowhat you do and how you do it in business matters, and it will be remembered.”

ESTEAN LENYOUN

GREG MCCLURE

WHY: Estean Lenyoun has been a Partner at Sudberry Properties since2006 and heads up the company's urban redevelopment efforts. NOTABLE:
Sudberry Properties has developed approximately 12.6 million square feet ofcommercial and residential property with a market value exceeding $2.5 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT: Lenyoun has served on the Board of Directors for Ken
Blanchard’s Center for Faithwalk Leadership, Rosey Grier’s Giant Step Senior
Housing, Pangea Foundation, and other organizations. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Liveand work as if you were to die tomorrow; learn and work as if you were to live forever.”

WHY: Greg McClure became a principal of Delawie in 2017. He is one of the firm’s
leaders in sustainability working on a variety of project types and sizes. NOTABLE: Delawie is a leading sustainable and high-performance architecture, interior
design and planning firm headquartered in San Diego, California. SOCIAL IMPACT:
McClure is a member of NAIOP San Diego, AIA San Diego, and Biocom. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “My advice to everyone in this business is to just be nice and be yourself
with everyone. Go out of your way to thank them and appreciate them. It’s really that simple.”

IAN MICHAEL MAHONPRESIDENT & CEO, MCFARLANE ARCHITECTS, INC.

MANAGING PRINCIPAL, CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD SAN DIEGOWEST REGION PRESIDENT, RYAN COMPANIESPRINCIPAL, DELAWIEPARTNER, SUDBERRY PROPERTIES

CEO & PRESIDENT, LEVEL 3 CONSTRUCTION
WHY: Level 3 Construction is a leader in hospitality renovation and construction with a growing presence in retail, restaurant and office tenant improvements. NOTABLE: Ian Mahon started in the construction industry after
graduating from San Diego State University in 2001. He started his own construction company with his father building custom spec homes and remodeling homes to fix up and flip. QUOTABLE: “The foundation of our successhas always been the longevity of our relationships developed with our clients.”

TIM MEISSNER

NEAL MCFARLANE

WHY: Neal McFarlane owns McFarlane Architects, an architectural,planning, and interior design firm that specializes in life science andadvanced technology projects. NOTABLE: Over the past six years,
McFarlane Architects has designed the conversion of over 7,000,000
square feet of office and industrial buildings into life science properties.
SOCIAL IMPACT: MaFarlane supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation, American Cancer Society, American Heart
Association, and Ronald McDonald House Charities. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Given our ever changing economic and political climates, we should all realize the ‘architect’ within ourselvesand do some planning for our future or we may find our future problems to be more than an inconvenience.”

PRESIDENT, MEISSNER
WHY: Tim Meissner has more than 35 years of experience in commercial realestate operations including leasing, construction, due diligence, acquisitionand disposition, finance, and property management. NOTABLE: Meissnermanages a commercial real estate portfolio of more than 16 million squarefeet. SOCIAL IMPACT: Meissner supports Burnham-Moores Center for Real
Estate, the San Diego Foundation, Rise Up Industries, and the Jacobs& Cushman San Diego Food Bank. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Follow your interests andtalents. Let positive relationships with others be a primary value. Be a person true
to your word who is always honest in words and actions.”

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

JOE MONACO

R. MICHAEL MURPHY

WHY: Joe Monaco leads Dudek, an employee-owned company
that is ranked as one of the top 105 U.S. environmental firms. NOTABLE: Dudek has grown from a two-person, Southern California-focused engineering firm to a 700-person, national firm. The
company has had projects in all 50 states and Dudek is ranked as
one of the Top 105 U.S. Environmental Firms. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Dudek’s DuGood philanthropic initiative seeks to support communities through monetary and volunteer contributions. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I have always been fascinated with the interplay between science andpolicy. Where the objective of science is discovery, the outcome of policy needs to be a decision. “

WHY: R. Michael Murphy oversees a company that master plansand develops state-of-the-art corporate industrial, technology andlife science parks in San Diego. NOTABLE: Founded in 1984, Murphy Development Company has developed more than 10 million
square feet of projects. SOCIAL IMPACT: R. Michael Murphy has
served on the boards and executive committees of a number of San
Diego nonprofits, including the Scripps Memorial Hospital Foundation,
the Bishop’s School, and the Greater San Diego Chamber of Commerce.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Buying the best land and delivering the highest quality
buildings in the market ensures long term success.”

GREG MUELLERMICHAEL NEAL

WHY: Greg Muller leads Tucker Sadler Architects, a firm that has
become synonymous with some of San Diego’s most notable architectural projects. NOTABLE: Projects reimagined under Mueller’s signature include the Portside Pier, The Rady Shell for The
San Diego Symphony Orchestra, and the Costa Vista RV Resort andPark. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sandler supports Casa de Amparo, the San Diego Symphony, SBCS (formerly South Bay Community Services), and Veterans Village of San Diego. WORDS OF WISDOM: “What begins as a relationship between the architect, client, and end
user results in exciting relationships between form, color, space and the complete environment”

WHY: Mike Neal heads one of the largest real estate owners anddevelopers in San Diego County with a portfolio that includes morethan 18 apartment communities and 1,200 commercial spaces.
NOTABLE: Neal has many passions, including building things
and fast cars. He and his father rebuilt a 1956 Ford F-100 truck andturned it into a 140-mph racing machine. SOCIAL IMPACT: Neal isa former president of the Building Industry Association Board of Directors, former board member of the California Building Industry Association, and a member of NAIOP’s National Investment Management Forum. WORDS OF WISDOM:“We all have gifts of talent and skills we develop. Our opportunity is to approach each day committed to leveraging them fully for the betterment of the communities and people around us.”

TRACY A. MURPHY

ANDREW NELSON

WHY: As president of IQHQ, Tracy Murphy oversees the $1.5 billion
Research and Development District (RaDD) that the company isbuilding on San Diego’s downtown waterfront. NOTABLE: In thepast three years, IQHQ has built a 10-million-square-foot portfolio
in four of the world’s top life science markets. SOCIAL IMPACT:The IQHQ Impact Committee helps drive initiatives to achieve annual philanthropic goals. WORDS OF WISDOM: “It is important tochallenge people early in their careers to foster curiosity and creativity,
and to provide high-potential individuals – especially women – with the tools they need to balancefamily and professional demands to support their ascent to senior leadership and board positions.”

WHY: Andrew Nelson leads Willis Allen Real Estate’s eight offices
and 200 agents with an average of 16 years of experience. NOTABLE: A Navy pilot during the Vietnam War, Nelson grew up in
Del Mar and has been working for Willis Allen in 1977. SOCIALIMPACT: Nelson is a board member of Scripps Memorial Hospital Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We’re a family and there’s
a brand and a loyalty and a respect that we nurture, and I think people respect that.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, DUDEKCHAIRMAN, MURPHY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

CEO & PRINCIPAL DESIGNER, TUCKER SADLERARCHITECTSPRESIDENT & CEO, H.G. FENTONPRESIDENT & CEO, WILLIS ALLEN REAL ESTATEPRESIDENT & FOUNDER, IQHQCONGRATULATIONS,TIM MEISSNER
SD500

Tim’s leadership has been instrumental in theremarkable growth of our business. Under his
visionary guidance, we have expanded our service
offerings to encompass asset management,
construction coordination, accounting services,
property management, and more. Tim’s forward-thinking approach and entrepreneurial spirit serve
as a driving force behind the high standards ofprofessionalism and excellence that Meissner CRES
consistently provides to every client.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

RYAN NESSEN

SVP & CALIFORNIA DISTRICT MANAGER, SUNDTCONSTRUCTION
WHY: Ryan Nessen joined Sundt in 2003 as a project manager
and became a senior vice president and California district manager in 2020. The 130-year-old Sundt is among the country’s largest general contractors and specializes in transportation, industrial,building, concrete and renewable power work. NOTABLE: Nessen has
more than 25 years of construction experience and is a former U.S. Navy
Seabee. SOCIAL IMPACT: Ryan Nessen serves on the board of directors of
the Sundt Foundation. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Be the leader you would follow.”

ERIC NORTHBROOKMANAGING DIRECTOR, VOIT REAL ESTATE SERVICES
WHY: Eric Northbrook became managing director of Voit Real Estate Services in 2014. Before he joined Voit, he was the executive
director of brokerage services for Cushman & Wakefield, where
he focused on central San Diego County and the I-15 corridor. NOTABLE: A broker-owned commercial real estate firm, Voit opened
the San Diego office in 1987. SOCIAL IMPACT: Northbrook founded HeadNorth, a nonprofit group that enhances the quality of life forpeople and families living with spinal cord injuries. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Spend your money on experiences and not more things. Invest early and retire early. Family ismore important than anything.”

TIM OLSON

MARKET LEAD & MANAGING DIRECTOR, JLL
WHY: Over the course of his career, Tim Olson has been involved
in more than 750 transactions totaling 15 million square feet witha value of more than $2.7 billion. NOTABLE: A commercial realestate brokerage, JLL in 2022 had more than $21 billion in revenue with a staff of 110 in more than 80 countries and nearly 300
corporate offices. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Commercial real estateis an industry that requires patience and persistence, both when starting out and through the natural cycles of the industry. Jump in, work hard/
smart, and be a good human. Success will follow.”

MARC PENICK

CEO, T.B. PENICK & SONS, INC

FRED PIERCEPRESIDENT & CEO, PIERCE EDUCATION PROPERTIES
WHY: Fred Pierce leads Pierce Education Properties, a national
developer of student housing and education-based real estate witha portfolio of more than 16,000 beds valued at over $750 million.
NOTABLE: Since 2007, Pierce Education Properties has acquiredor built student housing projects serving 33 universities in 18 states.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Pierce and his wife, Christine, donated more than
$2.5 million to the College of Business Administration, Aztec athletics, Greek life, student scholarships and the school’s alumni association.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “No matter how much society, technology and the worldchanges, one thing continues to ring through - hard work, commitment and perseverance are virtues that stand the test of time.”

MARK READPRESIDENT OF BROKERAGE, KIDDER MATHEWS
WHY: Mark Read, a veteran with more than 40 years in the commercial real estate industry, has helped Kidder Mathews open offices throughout California and Arizona. NOTABLE: Kidder Mathewsis the largest independent commercial real estate firm on the West
Coast. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Kidder Mathews Foundation has
partnered with Junior Achievement to support students through work
readiness and financial literacy programs. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The
employee-owned structure at Kidder Mathews inspires me to stay focused,
work hard and have fun.”

ADAM ROBINSON

FOUNDER, RAF PACIFICA GROUP
WHY: Adam Robinson has more than 19 years of experience inthe real estate industry and has led RPG to acquire and develop over 5.6 million square feet of commercial real estate with avalue over $3 billion. NOTABLE: RPG specializes in the acquisition, development, operations and management of commercial
real estate, including mixed-use, office, retail, multifamily and creative industrial projects. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Never apologize forbeing confident in yourself. Be intentional in all things, your work, yourlife, and your relationships.”

JIM ROHERTYCEO, PACIFIC BUILDING GROUP

WHY: Marc Penick is chief executive of the family owned T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc, which has been in business since 1905. NOTABLE: T.B. Penick is among the largest concrete contractors in the
country. Headquartered in Rancho Bernardo, Penick works in all
50 states and in Guam as well as on three continents. SOCIALIMPACT: Marc Penick, along with his brother Tim, is a past recipient of the San Diego-Imperial Council of the Boy Scouts of America’s
Good Scout of the Year Award.

WHY: Jim Roherty leads the Pacific Building Group management
team and the company’s 150 employees. NOTABLE: Pacific Building Group is one of the largest locally based and operated generalcontracting firms in San Diego County. SOCIAL IMPACT: Pacific
Building Group has been a supporter of the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA in Encinitas. Roherty served on the Board of Managementof the Y for over 20 years. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Get your life off
the screen and try old fashion direct, verbal communication. You will beamazed at the problems that can be solved by a simple phone call or in a faceto-face meeting over a cup of coffee.”

TIM PENICKSTEVE ROSETTA

WHY: Tim Penick and his brother Marc have built the family owned
T.B. Penick and Sons Inc. into one of the nation’s top construction companies. The company has received safety awards fromthe Associated General Contractors of America and the American
Society of Concrete Contractors, among others. NOTABLE: Penick
was named San Diego Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Tim Penick, along with his brother Marc, is a past
recipient of the San Diego-Imperial Council of the Boy Scouts of America’s Good Scout of the Year Award.

WHY: Over the past three years, Steve Rosetta has led IQHQ’sbuild out of a 10-million-square-foot portfolio in four of the world’s
top life science markets. NOTABLE: IQHQ is building the $1.6 billion Research and Development District on the downtown bayfront.
SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2022, IQHQ’s Impact Committee developed
new community partnerships and hosted multiple company-wide volunteer events. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The key to long-term success is
to surround yourself with a trusted team that complements your strengths
and compensates for your weaknesses.”

LORI HOLT PFEILER

SUMIT ROY

WHY: Lori Holt Pfeiler was appointed president and CEO of the
Building Industry Association in 2021. BIA is San Diego’s leading
voice of residential development, supporting pro-housing policies,
quality jobs, and strong communities. NOTABLE: Holt Pfeiler is aformer mayor of Escondido. SOCIAL IMPACT: Holt Pfeiler served aspresident and CEO of San Diego Habitat for Humanity for more than 10
years and is board chair of the San Diego Housing Federation. QUOTABLE:“If everyone is at the table and respected, we will have better outcomes.”

WHY: Sumit Roy has served as Realty Income’s CEO since October 2018 and president since 2015. NOTABLE: Realty Income, The
Monthly Dividend Company, is an S&P 500 company and memberof the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats index. SOCIAL IMPACT: Realty Income offers financial support to nonprofits advocating andadvancing racial justice. The firm supports initiatives promoting a
corporate culture and society that strives for equal opportunity for all.
QUOTABLE: “Our core investment philosophy is to partner with leading
operators in industries that have demonstrated an ability to deliver favorable
risk-adjusted returns over the long term.”

PRESIDENT, T.B. PENICK & SONS, INC.

PRESIDENT & CEO, SAN DIEGO BUILDING INDUSTRYASSOCIATION

CEO, IQHQ

PRESIDENT & CEO, REALTY INCOME CORP.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

SCOTT SASS

RANDEE STRATTON

WHY: Scott Sass has more than 25 years of experience in thecommercial construction industry, working with such high tech andhealthcare companies as Google, Apple, Sun Microsystems, Oracle, Hewlett-Packard and Sutter Health. NOTABLE: Founded in1990 with San Diego offices in UTC, DPR’s portfolio of work ranges from large-scale new construction to small tenant improvements
and special projects. SOCIAL IMPACT: DPR Construction collaborates
with community partners to determine how the company can help themmove forward in their missions. WORDS OF WISDOM: “I learned very early
in my career at DPR to focus on people… our people, our customers, our partners; when you focus first on taking care of people, the results will follow, and success becomes a natural outcome.”

WHY: Randee Stratton, Managing Director at Newmark, focuseson providing exclusive tenant representation for national and regional retail and restaurant tenants expanding in California. NOTABLE: Newmark generated revenues of approximately $2.7 billion
in 2022. SOCIAL IMPACT: Newmark actively encourages charitable work and volunteer activity by its employees. WORDS OF WISDOM: “My advice to people starting in the business is to be a good
listener and attach yourself to a seasoned veteran in the industry. Thereis so much value to be able to tap into their world of knowledge and expertise.”

MATT SEMIC

COLTON SUDBERRY

BUSINESS UNIT LEADER, DPR CONSTRUCTION

MANAGING DIRECTOR, NEWMARKPRINCIPAL, LATITUDE 33

PRESIDENT & CEO, SUDBERRY PROPERTIES

WHY: Matt Semic has nearly 20 years of professional civil engineering experience in land development, public works, and construction. NOTABLE: Projects in his portfolio include the $600 million County of San Diego Operations Center, the 62-acre UCSD
Hillcrest Medical Campus Redevelopment, and the Imperial Beach
Library. SOCIAL IMPACT: For three years, Semic served as an ACE
mentor at e3 Civic High School for students interested in the architecture, construction, and engineering industries. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Leadership transcends titles; it’s defined by one’s actions, their capacity to make a meaningful
impact, and their commitment to applauding the contributions of others.”

WHY: As Sudberry Properties President and CEO, Colton Sudberry has maintained the company’s strategic direction focusing on
mixed-use and town center developments with an emphasis on
urban in-fill and master-planned communities. NOTABLE: Sudberry Properties has developed approximately 12.6 million square feetof commercial and residential property with a market value exceeding $2.5 billion. SOCIAL IMPACT: Sudberry is a board member of the
USC Lusk Center for Real Estate, the San Diego City College Foundationand Santa Fe Christian Schools.

ERIC STENMAN

JOHN VORSHECK

WHY: Eric Stenman is directly responsible for more than $4 billion
in revenue and more than 3,000 employees throughout the U.S.
NOTABLE: Stenman began his career as a plumbing contractor.
He owned his own business and later became a general contractor
while putting himself through college and law school. SOCIAL IMPACT: Steman was recognized in 2013 by the Boy Scouts of America as Good Scout of the Year for the construction industry. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “If you can see it, commit to it and believe in yourself. You
can achieve anything you set your mind to.”

WHY: John Vorsheck oversees the San Diego, Denver, Las Vegas
and Phoenix offices of Marcus & Millichap. NOTABLE: Since Marcus& Millichap was founded in 1971, the firm has grown to more than 80
offices throughout the United States and Canada, including 12 offices
here in Southern California. SOCIAL IMPACT: In 2021, Marcus & Millichap in partnership with the Commercial Real Estate Women’s Network
formed the William A. Millichap Fellowship Program, a two-year training
program to prepare people for careers in commercial real estate. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Don’t trade what you want in the moment for what you want long term.”

U.S. PRESIDENT & CEO, BALFOUR BEATTY CONSTRUCTION

SVP & DIVISION MANAGER, MARCUS & MILLICHAPCO N G RAT U LATI ONS!
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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

CRISTIANO AMON

WIN CRAMER

WHY: Cristiano Amon leads Qualcomm Inc., the multinational developer ofsemiconductors and software related to wireless technology. Amon started at Qualcomm in 1995 and before CEO served as company president
and head of its semiconductor business. NOTABLE: He spearheaded
Qualcomm’s 5G strategy and global rollout while driving the expansion
and diversification of the business to serve multiple industries. SOCIALIMPACT: He supports the Milken Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tankfocused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life.
QUOTABLE: “Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything is intelligently connected.”

WHY: Win Cramer is CEO of JLAB, the fastest-growing audio andaccessories brand in the world, and a top 5 headphone brand globally. NOTABLE: Cramer is a 2021 San Diego Business Journal
CEO of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: As a 15-year electronics veteran with a scrupulous ear for audio, Cramer is passionate about
well-designed audio that everyone can afford. WORDS OF WISDOM:“I’m lucky to lead a team of dedicated, smart, and engaged people. My
advice: Always hire up.”PRESIDENT & CEO, QUALCOMM, INC.

CHRIS ANTHONY

CO-CEO/FOUNDER, APTERA MOTORSCEO, JLABROBERT DAWSONCEO, RF INDUSTRIES

WHY: Following a lifelong passion for all things electronic, Chris Anthony co-founded Aptera, producer of solar electric vehicle that requires
no charging for most daily use. NOTABLE: Aptera made waves during
the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach with a nature-inspired
design and ample storage for surfboards. SOCIAL IMPACT: Aptera’s
three-wheeled electric vehicles support the clean energy transition andwill have built-in solar panels that allow them to travel up to 40 miles on
solar power alone. QUOTABLE: “The best thing about Aptera is everything
is a challenge. We’re constantly pushing the envelope on all phases of our vehicles.”

WHY: Robert Dawson is an executive with over 20 years of experience and since 2017 has led RF Industries, manufacturer ofinnovative interconnect products and complex cable assemblies
across diversified, high growth markets including wireless / wireline, telecom, data communications and industrial. NOTABLE: In
2022, RF increased net sales 48% year-over-year to $85.3 million.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Dawson is a sought-after keynote speaker on technology, market, and sales topics. QUOTABLE: “I would like to express mysincere appreciation to every member of our team for their efforts and contributions in serving ourcustomers and building our company.”

ASAF ASHKENAZIMARITZA DIAZ

WHY: Asaf Ashkenazi leads the Verimatrix’s ongoing business-model transformation that focuses on recurring subscription-based
revenue sources and new products. He is a recognized security
expert and routinely appears as a thought leader in industry publications around the globe. NOTABLE: Ashkenazi is A member of
the Forbes Technology Council. SOCIAL IMPACT: He is also a board
member of the nonprofit Cyber Center of Excellence. QUOTABLE: “Verimatrix as a top innovator that’s committed to providing the most powerful
yet people-friendly protection for digital content, applications and devices.”

WHY: Martiza Diaz leads ITJuana, a technology firm serving life
sciences, biotechnology, and medical-devices companies that embrace technology to dramatically improve people’s lives. NOTABLE:
Diez was named SDBJ’s 2021 CEO of the Year Rising Star winner. SOCIAL IMPACT: Diaz leads Tijuana EDC’s Innovation andEmerging Sectors Commission and serves on the Forbes Technology Council and the board of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. QUOTABLE: “My team represents the amazing digital talent thatis available in our region. Engineers that are helping our customers solve very difficult problems of
the future. Problems that are very impactful and rewarding at the same time.”

CEO, VERIMATRIXSAM ATTISHASENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & REGION MANAGER, WESTREGION, COX COMMUNICATIONS
WHY: Sam Attisha oversees operations across Cox’s West Region, including Arizona, California, Idaho and Nevada. NOTABLE: Attisha formerly
served as chairman of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
and the California Cable & Telecommunications Association. SOCIALIMPACT: He is a member of Movember along with other Cox Communications employees on the “Cox Lipholstery Squad,” dedicated to building awareness of and education around men’s health. QUOTABLE: “I’ve been fortunate
to work for a company like Cox that is so committed to its customers, its employees and communities …”

NICK BULCAOCEO, AIRSPACE

WHY: Nick Bulcao co-founded and leads Airspace, a software enabled logistics company that specializes in time-critical deliveries.
NOTABLE: Airspace was recognized in 2022 by CNBC as a Top
50 Disruptor company. SOCIAL IMPACT: When COVID-19 hit,
Airspace jumped into the relief efforts quickly, delivering COVID-19
tests, becoming primary logistics provider in California helping withthe vaccine rollout. QUOTABLE: “Our focus for our team members is
to make sure we are building a culture that aligns with our vision. Work
hard but let’s not forget to have fun along the way!”

JULIET CORRENTICEO, RADEUS LABS, INC.
WHY: Juliet Correnti has led Radeus Labs since 2015 with a stylethat enables the company to reach for a higher standard and push
to stay above the bar with their commitments and quality. NOTABLE: Correnti is a 2023 San Diego Business Journal CEO of theYear. SOCIAL IMPACT: Under Correnti, Radeus hosts blood donation times with the San Diego Blood Bank and participates in fooddrives for the North County Food Bank. QUOTABLE: “My goal is to
grow Radeus Labs into a world-class company by growing the people inand around it and producing quality products.”

LARRY COVAL

CEO, ITJUANARON DUTT

CEO, FLUX POWER
WHY: Ron Dutt leads Flux Power’s mission to lead the adoption of
Lithium-ion solutions by large industrial vehicle fleets and companies. NOTABLE: Dutt’s career includes leadership roles at companies ranging from startups to billion-dollar-plus corporations such as
DHL, Ford and Visa. SOCIAL IMPACT: Flux Power’s Employee Engagement Committee supports local charities such as the North County
Food Bank. QUOTABLE: “We will continue to lead the adoption of lithium-ion solutions for customers who believe in reducing their carbon footprint.”

MATT ELLIS

CO-FOUNDER & CEO, MEASURABL
WHY: Matt Ellis is responsible for operations, product vision, andinvestor relations at Measurabl, the world’s most widely adopted
ESG (environmental, social, governance) data-management solution for real estate. NOTABLE: He spent five years with CBRE, theworld’s largest commercial real estate services company. SOCIALIMPACT: He is a First Movers Fellow with the Aspen Institute’s Business and Society Program, whose mission is to equip business leaders
for the 21st century, and integrate corporate profitability and social value.
QUOTABLE: “We capture ESG data to create value across organizations, from company operations to financing activities.”

CESAR ENCISO

FOUNDER & CEO, EVOTEK, INC.
WHY: Cesar Enciso is Founder & CEO at EVOTEK, which provides
solutions that span technical and business domains. NOTABLE: In
2021, Enciso was an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Pacific Southwest – San Diego Award winner and is a 2022 San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year. SOCIAL IMPACT: He has been aboard member of Junior Achievement of San Diego County since2017. QUOTABLE: “The team we have built at EVOTEK is second tonone, and it is through all of their achievements that I am here today.”

DIVISION VP, COX BUSINESSZEB EVANS

WHY: Larry Coval has been with Cox for nearly 20 years, and currently serves as Division Vice President responsible for multiple markets
as well as National Accounts and Hospitality Networks. SOCIAL IMPACT: He founded the Top Tech Awards in San Diego in 2008 to honor
and acknowledge the work of the oft-unsung heroes of business – theIT leaders. NOTABLE: In 2022, Coval was recognized with a special
Founders Award at the Top Tech Awards event. QUOTABLE: “The funpart about my industry is that the possibilities are endless.”

WHY: Zeb Evans co-founded ClickUp in 2018 and oversaw its meteoric growth. Before ClickUp, in 2011 he founded advertising services company Fast Followerz, which he later sold to fund ClickUp. NOTABLE: Evans led ClickUp from startup to global company
with an over $4 billion valuation. QUOTABLE: “Since I was 3 years
old, I’ve been an entrepreneur at heart - it runs through my veins andthe passion will never fade.”

FOUNDER & CHIEF, CLICKUP

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STEVE FAMBRONIGEL HOOK

WHY: Steve Fambro is a noted leader in clean energy companies.
In addition to co-founding Aptera Motors, he also co-founded Flux
Power. NOTABLE: Fambro was investor and COO of Ocean Holding, builder of the first USDA organic vertical farm in the UAE. SOCIAL IMPACT: Aptera’s three-wheeled electric vehicles support
the clean energy transition and will have built-in solar panels thatallow them to travel up to 40 miles on solar power alone. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “Aptera is building a future where every journey is powered by the Sun.”

WHY: Nigel is Hook leads TradeSun's mission to be a leading provider of artificial intelligence solutions for trade and ESG compliance in the global supply chain. NOTABLE: Hook is a renowned
boat racer. His team set a new Guinness World Record from Key
West to Cuba in 1 hour, 18 minutes, and 3 seconds in 2017. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hook has a long history working with U.S. intelligence agencies and is a lifetime member of the FBI’s Citizens Academy. QUOTABLE: “Other companies in this space do investigative work,
looking at what happened. The key difference with TradeSun is we do it real-time.
Before the transactions close, we’re able to intercept it.”

CO-CEO/FOUNDER, APTERA MOTORSSEAN FERRELCHAIRMAN & FOUNDER, MANAGED SOLUTION
WHY: Sean Ferrel founded Managed Solution in 2003 and grew
it to be the premier provider of outsourced IT support for mid tolarge size businesses in Southern California. NOTABLE: Ferrel
is also President and CEO of StratoGator, the world’s only cloudservice brokerage site, and is a sought-after public speaker. SOCIAL IMPACT: Managed Solution donates needed technology toand volunteers in the College Bound program by Just In Time for Foster Youth. QUOTABLE: “I joke about it, but I consider myself a ‘Subject
Matter Expert on opinions.”

JORDAN GLAZIER

FOUNDER & CEO, WILDFIRE SYSTEMS, INC.
WHY: Jordan Glazier founded Wildfire Systems to uniquely provide
a white-label customer-loyalty platform that enables any businessto extend savings and rewards to their users via cashback, digital
coupons, and incentives for social sharing. NOTABLE: In 2023,
Wildfire ranked No. 7 on the Inc. 5000 Regionals 2023: Pacific list
for its two-year revenue growth of 2,763%. SOCIAL IMPACT: Glazier
belongs to the Forbes Economic Council and the Entrepreneur Leadership Network. QUOTABLE: “I’m grateful to our team for their creativity
and passion, our clients for their trust, and our investors for their support.”

ADAM HARRIS

FOUNDER & CEO, TRADESUN

SAI HUDAFOUNDER, CHAIRMAN & CEO, CYBERCATCH
WHY: Sai Huda is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert andleads CyberCatch, CyberCatch, a highly effective AI-enabled cybersecurity solution that delivers continuous compliance and cyberrisk mitigation. NOTABLE: Huda is a co-author of Canada’s National
Cybersecurity Standard. SOCIAL IMPACT: Huda is a frequent keynote speaker at industry conference, and an advisory board member for the Cyber Center of Excellence. QUOTABLE: “What’s unique[about CyberCatch] is we’re zeroing in on the root cause of the cyber security problem, and in our judgment the root cause is security holes.”

AFIF KHOURY
CEO, SOCI

WHY: Afif Khoury is a manager of two successful venture capital funds, and founder & CEO of two successful startups, including marketing platform company SOCi. NOTABLE: Khoury wasan early contributor to the Human Genome Project. SOCIAL IMPACT: Khoury is a Selection Committee Member at EvoNexus, anonprofit technology and startup accelerator program. WORDS OFWISDOM: “I am not dissuaded by boundaries or barriers - there areat least five paths past any wall.”

FOUNDER & CEO, CLOUDBEDS

MIKE KIJEWSKI

WHY: Adam Harris leads Cloudbeds, a cloud-based hospitality
management software platform that simplifies the working lives ofprofessional property owners, operators, and employees. NOTABLE: Cloudbeds is expanding its outreach into education with its
Cloudbeds Horizon program that provides its software to colleges
and universities all over the world that teach hotel management. SOCIAL IMPACT: Harris is a mentor in the highly regarded Springboard,
CONNECT’s flagship program, a business-creation and development program, serving as a finance-domain expert. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Communication is culture. It is critical to building and maintaining the DNA of your organization.”

WHY: Mike Kijewski leads MedCrypt, a cybersecurity firm specializing in securing connected medical devices. NOTABLE: MedCrypt was the 2022 Innovator of the Year winner in the San Diego
Business Journal’s Cyber Security Stewardship Awards. SOCIALIMPACT: MedCrypt supports the research initiatives in the medical device space at academic institutions like Tufts University andKansas State. QUOTABLE: “We are committed to creating a secure
infrastructure that supports healthcare in San Diego to ensure the bestcare delivery.”CEO, MEDCRYPTINGO HENTSCHEL

COLIN LAWLOR

WHY: Ingo Hentschel in 2023 was named to the newly created roleof market vice president for Cox Communications in San Diego. NOTABLE: A former crew chief with the U.S. Marine Corps, Hentschel
first joined Cox 31 years ago as a field technician in Palos Verdes,
California. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hentschel serves on the boards of the
USS Midway Museum, Cal State San Marcos Foundation, HMM-165
Reunion Foundation and the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation. QUOTABLE: “It’s been an incredible experience to help
launch innovative products and services for our customers over the years …”

WHY: Colin Lawlor leads SleepScore Labs, a technology company
headquartered in San Diego with offices in Dublin Ireland that hasdeveloped a platform designed to help people achieve better sleep.
NOTABLE: Lawlor is a member of the Forbes Business Council.
SOCIAL IMPACT: While living in Ireland, Lawlor chaired the Enniskerry Community Forum and was president of the Irish Exporters
Association. QUOTABLE: “Working to change the world for the better
through improved sleep health while helping advance sleep science - privileged to lead an exceptional team that is making this happen every day.”GEORGE HERSHMANADAM MARKOWITZ

WHY: Over the past 10 years, George Hershman’s team at SOLV
Energy has completed construction of over 250 utility solar installations throughout the United States. NOTABLE: Recognized as
an industry-leading solar contractor and O&M services provider,
the SOLV team has built 8GW of utility solar capacity and manages
over 9GW in 26 states. SOCIAL IMPACT: Hershman is board chairman of the Solar Energy Industries Association Executive Committee.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “We only take on projects that provide cleaner
power, better jobs, greater education, and a brighter future for our communities.”

WHY: Adam Markowitz leads Drata, a security and compliance automation platform that is one of the world’s fastest growing SaaS
companies. NOTABLE: Markowitz holds an MS in AstronauticalEngineering from the University of Southern California, and previously worked designing, analyzing and testing liquid rocket engines for NASA’s next generation space launch vehicle as well as theSpace Shuttle Main Engine. QUOTABLE: “We now have rocket fuel tofurther accelerate our product roadmap, grow our team, and continue toprovide a world-class software experience for soon thousands of customers.”

VP, SAN DIEGO MARKET, COX COMMUNICATIONSCEO, SOLV ENERGY

CEO, SLEEPSCORE LABS

CO-FOUNDER & CEO, DRATA

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ALEX MARTINDYLAN NATTER

WHY: Alex Martin is CEO of Clearspeed, a firm that delivers unbiased risk alerts in any language. NOTABLE: Following a $27
million Series C funding round in 2022, Clearspeed has grown its
client base 200%. SOCIAL IMPACT: Martin is on the Mt Soledad
National Veterans Memorial Board of Trustees and is a board member of Marines’ Memorial. WORDS OF WISDOM: “The technology
was created because we needed the opposite of a lie detector. We
needed something to solve a problem – to clear good people quickly. Instead of finding a needle in a haystack, we needed to clear the hay.”

WHY: Dylan Natter leads centrexIT, one of San Diego’s largest
and most successful managed-services providers. NOTABLE:
Natter was a member of Forbes Technology Council, an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology
executives. SOCIAL IMPACT: Natter is a volunteer Scoutmasterfor the Boy Scouts of America in Temecula. QUOTABLE: “I believe
my perspective and experience on the challenges that small- to medium-sized businesses, managed technology, and cybersecurity service
providers face in this new digital age can assist others discover winning solutions
for themselves and their customers.”

CEO, CLEARSPEED

JIM MATTEOFOUNDER & CEO, CENTREXIT

FOUNDER & CEO, BIRD ROCK SYSTEMSSANJIV PRABHAKARAN

WHY: Jim Matteo is founder and CEO of Bird Rock Systems, which
provides high-performance network computing and world-class security solutions that deliver value and efficiency to create successin dynamic business environments. NOTABLE: Since its inception,
Bird Rock has experienced consecutive years of growth and brought
tremendous value to customers. SOCIAL IMPACT: Team members
are actively involved in several charities including Big Brothers Big Sisters and Corazon de Vida Foundation. QUOTABLE: “My father said that
I could have whatever I wanted. This got my attention and I immediately asked how. He said I just
had to go out and work for it.”

WHY: In early 2002, Sanjiv Prabhakaran founded Bytes, Inc. developer of custom software solutions for web and mobile businessapplications. NOTABLE: Prabhakaran is the author of nine U.S.
patents in the field of fleet management and mapping systems.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Prabhakaran is a board member at Be Involved* Act Now * Champion Autism, Inc. (B.I.A.N.C.A.) – a nonprofit organization established to champion children with autism spectrum disorders. QUOTABLE: “We help clients gain 25%+ operational efficiencies
and achieve 35% faster time to market via technology. Proven success”

STEVE MCMILLAN
CEO, TERADATA

WHY: Steve McMillan leads the $4.45 billion cloud and data analytics platform company Teradata. NOTABLE: Prior to joining
Teradata, McMillan served as Executive Vice President of Global
Services for F5 Networks, responsible for more than half of worldwide operations. SOCIAL IMPACT: Teradata’s Cares program supports employees to build strong and vibrant communities, improve
quality of life, and make a positive difference where they live and work.
WORDS OF WISDOM: “Teradata has a unique position in a large market,
best-in-class technology, a blue-chip customer base, and talented employees.”

LEE MILLS

CEO & CO-FOUNDER, PIXLY
WHY: Lee Mills leads Pixley, a B2B SaaS startup that makes it fastand easy for building owners, construction, facility, and field-service professionals to instantly share and collaborate on project photos and videos. NOTABLE: Mills has over 25 years of experiencelaunching new products, raising capital, and scaling startups. SOCIAL IMPACT: Mills is a mentor at the Founder Institute and CONNECT San Diego and volunteers at Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County, Surfrider Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. QUOTABLE:“I am a girl Dad, surfer, motorcycle rider, 4x4 overlander, yogi, and adventure
seeker trying to make the world a better place.”

PRESIDENT & CEO, BYTES, INC.

PAUL ROBINSON

CEO, ENSUNET TECHNOLOGY GROUP
WHY: Paul Robinson is CEO and owner of IT services firm Ensunet.
NOTABLE: Ensunet has been entrusted with over $20.6 billion in
global IT merger-and-acquisition support by Fortune 1000 enterprises. SOCIAL IMPACT: Robinson volunteers as a youth mentor
with the California Health and Human Services Agency. WORDS
OF WISDOM: “My father once told me that he wasn’t able to riseto the world stage as an Olympian Gold Medalist until he surrounded
himself with world-class competitors. This philosophy has lived on insideme and has helped mold Ensunet.”

JOE ROHNER

VP OF AI, BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON
WHY: Joe Rohner is a leader in Booz Allen’s artificial intelligence(AI) business. He helps defense clients apply AI and advanced analytics to yield better mission outcomes. NOTABLE: Rohner waslead architect for the AI/Data Science track for Navy’s HACKtheMACHINE events and the lead of the Data Science Bowl. WORDS
OF WISDOM: ““There is a crucial role that AI leaders can fill to bridge
the gap between technically focused AI/data scientists and organizational leadership.”

CYRUS RUSTOMJIMICHAEL MO
CEO, KULR

WHY: Michael Mo leads KULR, a leader in thermal management
technologies serving space, defense and consumer markets. NOTABLE: KULR is the 2023 primary sponsor of Marco Andretti’s No.
98 Honda racing team in the Indy 500. QUOTABLE: “Our long-standing partnership with NASA to ensure the safety of essential battery
systems within the most challenging of environments and conditions
has resulted in another breakthrough innovation for the space programand also for commercial EV market needs.”

LUIS MÜLLER

CEO, SOUTH 8 TECHNOLOGIES
WHY: Cyrus Rustomji earned his Ph.D. from UCSD for his original
work on developing South 8’s liquefied gas electrolyte technologythat solves for issues in lithium batteries related to too cold or hot
climates. NOTABLE: He has successfully led fundraising activities
and teams on multiple projects including several federal, state, andindustry grants and contracts QUOTABLE: “The problem with normal batteries is liquids freeze at low temperatures. And so what materials don’t freeze at low temperatures? Gasses seemed a pretty goodcandidate for that.”

MIGUEL SAMPOPRESIDENT & CEO, COHUSENIOR DIRECTOR, RISKRECON,
A MASTERCARD COMPANY

WHY: Luis Müller has been President and CEO of Cohu, Inc. since
December 2014, leading the company's portfolio of equipment andservices for back-end semiconductor manufacturing.
NOTABLE: Over the course of his career, Müller has had a significant record of building high-performance teams that delivered
over 120% revenue growth through organic expansion and acquisitions in the U.S., Germany, Switzerland and Japan. QUOTABLE: “Going forward, we are aligning investments with major trends in industrial
automation, autonomous vehicles, increased processing and sensing power.”

WHY: Miguel Sampo is Senior Director with RiskRecon, a MasterCard Company specializing in third-party risk management. NOTABLE: Sampo has more than 20 years of professional cybersecurity
experience working with Fortune 100-1000 organizations. SOCIALIMPACT: Sampo is a member of the nonprofit Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE) board. QUOTABLE: “What I find most exciting is justthe evolving threat landscape, the sophistication of the technologies that
we have to use, and also, not to give credit to the bad guys, but the sophistication of the attacks that we’re seeing.”

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KISHORE SEENDRIPUKRIS VIRTUE

WHY: Kishore Seendripu, Ph.D., is a co-founder of MaxLinear andhas served as Chairman, President, and CEO since the company’s inception in 2003. MaxLinear makes multi-gig connectivity areality through digital, high-performance analog and mixed-signal
integrated circuits and software solutions. NOTABLE: Prior to MaxLinear, Seendripu served in engineering and management roles at
Rockwell Semiconductor Systems, Broadcom Corporation and Silicon
Wave, Inc. and was a graduate student research assistant at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories. QUOTABLE: “In 2023, we continue tolay important groundwork in Wi-Fi, ethernet, fiber broadband access gateways, and wireless andoptical datacenter network infrastructure, which will be the foundation for potential future growth.”

WHY: Kris Virtue leads Qualcomm’s Information Security and Risk
Management organization, accountable for protecting Qualcomm’s
digital information assets and systems. NOTABLE: He is San Diego Business Journal’s 2023 Cybersecurity Executive of the Year.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Virtue sits on the board of the Cyber Center of
Excellence, which fosters economic growth by building the cyberindustry. QUOTABLE: “Security is really a team sport, and the thing
I’m most proud of is that we’ve built a team of really strong individuals
who are up to the task.”

CEO, MAXLINEARVP OF CYBERSECURITY, QUALCOMM, INC.

DESMOND WHEATLEY
PETER SIBLEY

CEO, EDGATE HOLDINGS & JOURNEYS MAP, INC.
WHY: Under Peter Sibley’s leadership, EdGate created and developed Journeys – a state-of-the-art career exploration, Google-likemapping tool that depicts education and training pathways thatlead to advanced manufacturing occupations. NOTABLE: Sibley
is a 2023 San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year. SOCIALIMPACT: He serves on the USD School Leadership and Education
Advisory Board and the National Initiative for Cyber Education Career
Pathways Taskforce. WORDS OF WISDOM: “Lifelong learning to attainyour personal version of success is the lifeblood of vibrant communities.”

ERIC SPOMER

CEO, ENERGYSOURCE MINERALSCEO, BEAM GLOBAL

WHY: Desmond Wheatley has served as CEO of EV charging,energy storage technology company Beam Global since 2011.
NOTABLE: In 2023, he led Beam’s expansion into the European
market with the acquisition of Amiga DOO Kraljevo, a manufacturer of energy infrastructure. SOCIAL IMPACT: Wheatley grew Cub
Scout Pack 766 from less than 40 to over 100 scouts during his four
years as pack master. QUOTABLE: “We have long believed that theEuropean market offers significant opportunities for Beam Global expansion… Europe’s commitment to sustainability, electrification and renewable energy is active bothat the government and commercial levels.”LÂLE WHITEEXECUTIVE CHAIR & CEO, XIFIN

WHY: Eric Spomer heads EnergySource Minerals, a privately heldcompany leading the development of Project ATLiS, a premierlithium project in Imperial County. NOTABLE: When completed,
ESM’s Imperial Valley facility will produce around 20,000 tons oflithium hydroxide monohydrate a year. SOCIAL IMPACT: Spomer
has served as board member and chair of Development Committee
for the nonprofit Recovery Resource Council. QUOTABLE: “… This isn’t
hyperbole … this is the cleanest lithium project in the world. It has a small
land footprint; it uses very little water; and it has almost no emissions.”

WHY: Since founding XiFin in 1997, Lâle White has helped diagnostic labs and health systems process more than 70 million lab
visits per year, realizing more than $3 billion in cumulative net cash
collection gains. NOTABLE: She has been recognized with multiple industry and business honors including the lifetime achievement
award from the CCLA, the Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst& Young, and inclusion in the Top 50 Women Entrepreneurs in America
from Inc. throughout the U.S. QUOTABLE: “Diagnostics influences 70% to
80% of all therapy decisions. “Utilizing diagnostics to control healthcare therapy decisions is thefastest and most efficient way to improve healthcare costs and outcomes.”

JEREMY SWIFTDOUG WINTER

CEO, CORDIAL

CEO, SEISMIC SOFTWARE, INC.

WHY: Jeremy Swift is founder and CEO of Cordial, a cross-channel messaging platform that is changing the way marketing andtechnology teams engage their customers. NOTABLE: Swift has
led Cordial’s six-year, three-round fundraising efforts of more than
$70 million. SOCIAL IMPACT: Swift supports anti-human trafficking
organizations in Africa and Europe. QUOTABLE: “You can’t nameyour company Cordial and be a jerk at the end of the day. As a growing company, there are expectations that have come with our name andour people have really risen to the occasion with that.”

WHY: As Founder and CEO of Seismic, Doug Winter leads one of
the world’s largest enablement software companies. NOTABLE:
Winter has been recognized as a top CEO by several media groups
and industry associations, including the San Diego Business Journal. SOCIAL IMPACT: Seismic supprts diversty organizations GirlsWho Code, Direct Relief, Equal Justice Initiative and ENABLEShip.
QUOTABLE: “It’s a continuation of a trajectory we’ve been on for 12
years. We’ve been a high-growth company and the numbers keep getting bigger and bigger.”

BRETT TURNER

AARON WYANT

WHY: Brett Turner is founder and CEO of Trovata, an AI-powered
cash flow management fintech that has consistently grown nearly
2.5x every year since launching its platform four years ago. NOTABLE: Since 2005, Turner grew four successful tech startups asa senior executive and founder; raised $150 million through equity
and debt financings with successful exits at three enterprise startups, generating over $700 million in shareholder value. WORDS OFWISDOM: “Great ideas and innovative tech are obviously important, but
it’s the people who build great companies.”

WHY: Aaron Wyant has an impressive background with more than
36 years of experience in computer technology and is the President of Dispatch Tech, which specializes in providing cybersecurity
solutions and CMMC compliance support to government contractors. NOTABLE: Wyant is the co-author of the Amazon bestseller“On Thin Ice” and the creator of Operation Success Magazine. SOCIAL IMPACT: Wyant mentors interns and helps them become someof San Diego’s best cybersecurity technicians. QUOTABLE: “There’s always something that comes, there are always changes and you want to make sure you’re always
identifying the risk. And, train, train, train.”

FOUNDER & CEO, TROVATA

A.J. VAN DE VEN

PRESIDENT, DISPATCH TECH

CEO, CALSENSE

OREN ZASLANSKY

WHY: A.J. Van De Ven leads Calsense, which provides smart irrigation solutions for government entities including municipalities,
counties, school districts, universities, and departments of transportation. NOTABLE: Ven De Ven began his career with Calsense
in 2005 as a software engineer. After 10 years, he expanded his
involvement and became president in 2016. SOCIAL IMPACT: He
prides himself on his involvement in the local community, including
educational and nonprofit organizations focused on protecting the environment. WORDS OF WISDOM: “We believe that doing good work is great forus, but even better for those we serve.”

WHY: Flock Freight opened its doors in 2015, driven by Oren Zaslansky founded Flock Freight in 2014 with a vision to make the supply
chain greener by using technology to combine multiple shipments
into one multi-stop shared truckload. NOTABLE: In 2022, FlockFreight arranged the shipment of more than 751 million pounds offreight, saving more than 31,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions. SOCIAL IMPACT: Flock Freight is a certified B Corp. QUOTABLE: “Sustainability is deeply rooted in our business model, and it willcontinue to be in the future.”

FOUNDER & CEO, FLOCK FREIGHT

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DOUGLAS AUSTINCHARLES BRANDES

WHY: Austin, founder of architectural firm AVRP, is a longtime San
Diego resident whose work has changed the face of downtown
San Diego and will probably continue to do so. NOTABLE: AVRP
has produced designs for properties now occupied by Pechanga
Arena (aka Sports Arena) and Seaport Village. IN THE NEWS:
Austin’s firm designed The Wedge, a 15-story, mixed-use tower on
Canada’s Vancouver Island that appears to be leaning to one side.

WHY: Brandes retired from a very successful business built on value
investing concepts espoused by Benjamin Graham. SOCIAL IMPACT: Through the Manzanita Foundation of New York, Brandes has
supported the San Diego Symphony, San Diego Jewish Academy
and other local organizations. IN THE NEWS: Brandes is chairmanof the Brandes Center at UC San Diego’s Rady School of Management. Opened in 2022, the center examines potential investment approaches that arise from structural and behavioral factors in global markets.

FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN, CEO, AVRP STUDIOS

AL BALDWINCHAIRMAN, BALDWIN & SONS
WHY: Baldwin’s career in homebuilding has spanned more than
three generations and positively impacted homebuyers from San
Diego to Los Angeles. NOTABLE: Baldwin has built more than
20,000 homes and developed more than a dozen neighborhoods
and communities. They include Otay Ranch, a 5,300 acre planned
community in South County. IN THE NEWS: During the pandemic,
Baldwin & Sons raised more than $120,000 for South Bay Community Services.

DOUGLAS BARNHARTCHAIRMAN, BARNHART-REESE CONSTRUCTION
WHY: Douglas E. Barnhart Inc. built many of San Diego’s mostrecognizable projects, including Tony Gwynn Stadium at SDSU andTerminal 2 at San Diego International Airport. SOCIAL IMPACT:
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center features the Douglas & Nancy Barnhart Cancer Center. IN THE NEWS: Barnhart-Reese Construction, the latest iteration of the family business, is building East
Village Green, a park and recreation center set for completion in 2025.

PHIL BLAIREXECUTIVE OFFICER, MANPOWER SAN DIEGO
WHY: Readers who have been in town for any length of time haveprobably read one of Phil Blair’s musings about the world of work,
which he produces frequently. Blair has co-owned the Manpowerof San Diego employment agency franchise since 1977. SOCIALIMPACT: Blair is involved in numerous civic and business organizations, including San Diego Rotary Club 33. IN THE NEWS: Blair
was named chairman of the USO San Diego advisory board in 2022
and is also on the USO West Region advisory board.

KEN BLANCHARD

CO-FOUNDER, BLANCHARD
WHY: Ken Blanchard’s name has become synonymous with business management. He has written scores of books on businessand leadership with multiple co-authors, including his 1982 effort
with Spencer Johnson, “The One Minute Manager.” NOTABLE:
Blanchard has authored or coauthored 65 books with combined
sales of more than 28 million copies. IN THE NEWS: In spring 2023,
his Escondido company rebranded as Blanchard: The Heart of Human
Achievement.

JAMES NEAL BLUECHAIRMAN AND CEO, GENERAL ATOMICS
WHY: J. Neal Blue oversees General Atomics (GA) and its affiliatedcompanies. GA is based in La Jolla and also has a large manufacturing facility and presence in Poway, where it builds unmanned
military aircraft. NOTABLE: While a student at Yale, Blue and his
brother Linden S. Blue flew a small plane over Central and SouthAmerica, writing about it for Life Magazine. IN THE NEWS: General
Atomics provided components used in groundbreaking nuclear fusion
demonstrations at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in December 2022 and August 2023.

LINDEN S. BLUE

VICE CHAIRMAN, GENERAL ATOMICS
WHY: Linden S. Blue owns General Atomics with his brother Neal.
He has had a varied career in aerospace, oil and gas, mining, nuclear energy and agriculture. NOTABLE: Blue was held captive inFidel Castro’s Cuba during the early 1960s. SOCIAL IMPACT: Linden S. Blue sits on the board of the Hudson Institute think tank. IN
THE NEWS: Linden S. and Neal Blue were honored with the John
R. Alison Award by the Air and Space Forces Association in September, recognizing their work developing the Predator unmanned aircraft.

FOUNDER, BRANDES INVESTMENT PARTNERS LP

MALIN BURNHAMCHAIRMAN, THE BURNHAM FOUNDATION
WHY: For decades, Burnham has supported a range of civic andphilanthropic causes in San Diego. In 2021, he founded the Burnham Center for Community Advancement, billed as a “think-anddo tank” to address community challenges. NOTABLE: Burnham
grew up in prewar Point Loma and learned to race sailboats on San
Diego Bay. For six decades, he helped build and lead his family’s
insurance and commercial real estate businesses. IN THE NEWS: In
April 2023, Malin and Roberta Burnham announced a $20 million gift to
the Burnham Center for Community Advancement.

GORDON CARRIER

OWNER, CHAIRMAN AND DESIGN PRINCIPAL,CARRIER JOHNSON + CULTURE
WHY: Carrier leads Carrier Johnson + CULTURE. Specializing inbrand strategy, architecture and all types of design, the firm has left
a mark on San Diego’s built environment and continues to remake
it. NOTABLE: Carrier, a University of Michigan grad, has been calleda “great motivator of people” and a “change agent.” IN THE NEWS:
Carrier Johnson’s current projects include Holland Partner Group’s $467
million WEST tower that replaced the old Superior Court building downtown.

CONSTANCE CARROLL

CHANCELLOR EMERITA,SAN DIEGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
WHY: Carroll retired in 2021 as chancellor of San Diego Community College District, a position she had held since 2004. She served
as president of three community colleges: San Diego Mesa College, Saddleback College and Indian Valley Colleges. NOTABLE:
Carroll knows her way around ancient Greek and Latin. She has a
Ph.D. in classics from the University of Pittsburgh. IN THE NEWS: In
April 2023, President Biden named Carroll to the President’s Committee
on the Arts and Humanities.

DAVID COHN

CO-FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, COHN RESTAURANT GROUP
WHY: David Cohn and his wife Lesley opened their first restaurant in 1982, a burger joint on Mission Gorge Road. Since then,they have amassed an eclectic collection of more than two dozen
restaurants, mostly in San Diego County. NOTABLE: David andLesley Cohn were inducted into Junior Achievement’s San Diego
Business Hall of Fame in 2021. IN THE NEWS: The Cohns pledged$100,000 in matching funds when soliciting donations to help their employees on Maui after the catastrophic fire.

LESLEY COHN

CO-FOUNDER, COHN RESTAURANT GROUP
WHY: Lesley Cohn founded Cohn Restaurant Group with her husband David and grew the group to more than two dozen locations.
NOTABLE: The Cohns were among the early businesses in San
Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, helping to put a new face on what waspreviously a seedy neighborhood. IN THE NEWS: Cohn RestaurantGroup is slated to have café space in the proposed, $28 million San
Diego Maritime Museum facility on the Embarcadero.

GENEVIEVE CRAIG
FOUNDER, JENNY CRAIG

WHY: Craig turned her given name into a brand, launching the Jenny
Craig weight loss business in Australia in 1983. She and her husband brought the business to North County in 1985 and sold it to
Nestlé in 2006. NOTABLE: Craig’s name adorns the University of
San Diego Jenny Craig Pavilion, also referred to as the Slim Gym.
IN THE NEWS: The Carlsbad business that bore Craig’s name filed
for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in May. Wellful Inc., owner of Nutrisystem,bought the company’s intellectual property for a reported $10 million andhas relaunched Jenny Craig, providing meals in a direct-to-consumer model.

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STANLEY CROOKEANNE EVANS

WHY: Crooke founded the company that would eventually become
Ionis Pharmaceuticals in 1989 and was CEO until 2020. In recent
years he has focused on his scientific interests and the nonprofit
organization he founded, n-Lorem Foundation. SOCIAL IMPACT:
n-Lorem Foundation provides free individualized antisense treatments to patients living with ultra-rare diseases. IN THE NEWS: In
2023, he received the Steven C. Beering Award. Given by Indiana University School of Medicine to one person each year, it honors outstanding
research contributions to advancing biomedical or clinical science.

WHY: Evans co-founded family-run Evans Hotels in 1953 along with
her late husband, William D. Evans. NOTABLE: During her 30 yearsof active leadership as chair, Evans grew the company properties toinclude the Bahia Resort Hotel on Mission Bay, the Catamaran Resort
in Pacific Beach and The Lodge at Torrey Pines. WORDS OF WISDOM:“Keep your knees bent.... It’s a skiing thing. You have to be prepared
for the slalom course, the bumps and the surprises around every turn.”

STEPHEN CUSHMAN

FOUNDER AND CHAIR EMERITUS, RESMEDFOUNDER, N-LOREM FOUNDATIONCHAIR EMERITUS, EVANS HOTELSPRESIDENT, CUSH ENTERPRISES
WHY: Cushman is a fourth-generation San Diegan whose career
has included real estate development and running auto dealerships.
Cushman has been a key adviser to mayors, councils and commissions. He sat on the port commission from 1998 to 2010. SOCIALIMPACT: The Cushman family’s foundation has donated millions tolocal causes, including the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
IN THE NEWS: In 2021, Federal Realty Trust of Maryland bought a 60%
interest in the Grossmont Center retail property from the Cushman family.

PETER FARRELL

WHY: Farrell, who holds a Ph.D., is founder, former CEO and chair emeritus at ResMed (NYSE: RMD). The company’s digital health technologies
and cloud-connected medical devices transform care for people with sleep
apnea, COPD and other diseases. NOTABLE: He is the father of the Mick
Farrell, who took the CEO’s job in 2013. IN THE NEWS: Farrell received
the title chairman emeritus in January 2023 when Mick Farrell becamechairman of the board. The elder Farrell will continue as a board member
and be free to devote more time to other boards and philanthropic interests.

MICHAEL FASULORETIRED PRESIDENT AND COO, SONY ELECTRONICSMARK DANKBERGCHAIRMAN, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER, VIASAT
WHY: Dankberg co-founded Viasat Inc. in 1986 and has been CEO
for most of the company’s existence. NOTABLE: An industry expert
in aerospace, defense and satellite communications, Dankberg wasnamed to the Connect Entrepreneur Hall of Fame in 2018 and received
a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council in 2022. SOCIAL IMPACT: Dankberg contributes to thedebate on space and broadband policy – including the debate on space junk.
IN THE NEWS: Viasat completed its acquisition of U.K.-based Inmarsat in May.

JOAN EMBERY

FOUNDER, EMBERY INSTITUTE FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
WHY: A generation of Americans became familiar with Emberyand her then-employer, the San Diego Zoo, with her more than
100 appearances with Johnny Carson on “The Tonight Show.” Today she lives on a 50-acre ranch in Lakeside. NOTABLE: She isan accomplished horsewoman. SOCIAL IMPACT: A high-profile
animal and environmental advocate, Embery has served on many
boards focusing on conservation and wildlife issues.

WHY: Michael Fasulo retired as president and COO of Sony Electronics in 2021. NOTABLE: Fasulo led Sony Electronics’ operationsin North America for seven years, engineering the strategic turnaround of the business in North America, achieving record results,
cutting the number of products and emphasizing Sony’s status asa premium brand. IN THE NEWS: Fasulo announced in mid-2023
that he co-founded a company, PhotonFi.

JAY FLATLEYFORMER CHAIR AND CEO, ILLUMINA
WHY: Flatley successfully led genomics specialist Illumina throughlandmark product development, commercialization and large-scale
growth. NOTABLE: He became CEO in 1999 when the company
had 30 employees and by the time he became executive chairman, Illumina had become San Diego’s largest life science company, with about 7,800 employees and $3.2 billion in annual revenue.
IN THE NEWS: While there was media speculation that Flatley may
return as Illumina’s CEO, the job went to Jacob Thaysen in September.

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among the San Diego Business Journal’s Top 500 Most Influential People of 2023.

Bill Howe does good business byfollowing its core philosophy of win,
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DELINDA FORSYTHE

KAREN HAYNES

WHY: Forsythe, the former CEO of ICE (Innovative Commercial Environments), has become a bestselling author and vocal advocate
for the global nonprofit movement known as Conscious Capitalism,
which was started by former Whole Foods CEO John Mackey. NOTABLE: Forsythe’s 2021 book, “Inspiring Generational Leadership,”has racked up 5-star ratings on Amazon. IN THE NEWS: Forsythe isco-executive director of the annual Cause Conference.

WHY: Haynes was president of California State University San
Marcos from 2004 until her retirement in 2019. She was previously president of the University of Houston-Victoria. NOTABLE:CSU San Marcos, founded in 1989, dramatically expanded its
campus footprint and student population under Haynes. IN THE
NEWS: The university recently renamed its institute for palliative
care to honor Haynes, who holds a Ph.D. in social work from University of Texas at Austin.

FOUNDER, ICE

RON FOWLERCHAIRMAN AND CEO, LIQUID INVESTMENTS
WHY: Ron Fowler is chairman and CEO of San Diego-based beer
distributor Liquid Investments Inc. He was previously executive
chairman and co-owner of the San Diego Padres. SOCIAL IMPACT:In 2016, Fowler and his wife, Alexis, gave $25 million to San Diego
State University’s business school, renamed the Fowler College ofBusiness Administration. IN THE NEWS: Business schools at the
University of San Diego and the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul,
Minnesota each announced gifts from the Fowlers in 2022.

ALAN GOLDEXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, IQHQ
WHY: Gold is executive chairman of IQHQ, which owns a portfolioof life sciences properties in San Francisco, Boston and Cambridge,
England. IQHQ is developing RaDD, the Research and Development District, on the San Diego waterfront. NOTABLE: Gold is executive chairman of publicly traded Innovative Industrial Properties(NYSE:IIPR), which serves the regulated cannabis industry. IN THE
NEWS: Alan and Debbie Gold recently donated an additional $100,000
to Neighborhood Healthcare’s Gold Family Health Center in Poway.

ERNIE HAHNCHAIRMAN, DREAM HAHN
WHY: Hahn, chairman of Dream Hahn, has been a leader in marketing, sports and entertainment for more than three decades in
San Diego. NOTABLE: Until recently, his career was tied closely
to the San Diego Sports Arena (now Pechanga Arena). Hahn was
the general manager of the venue from 1996-2021, and had a handin thousands of events. IN THE NEWS: He was founding partner in
the Wonderfront Festival in San Diego and organizer of the CaddyHack
charity golf tournament in Rancho Santa Fe.

DAVID HALE

CEO, HALE BIOPHARMA VENTURES
WHY: Hale is one of San Diego’s most prolific life science company creators and investors. He has been called the father of biotech
in San Diego; in 1982, he joined the storied San Diego company
Hybritech. Hale has co-founded and led a dozen successful ventures, including Pemix Sleep, Gensia, Viagene and Biocept. SOCIAL IMPACT: He served as chairman for Rady Children’s Hospital and Rady Children’s Genomics Institute. IN THE NEWS: Hale wasselected as honorary chair of the La Jolla Playhouse Innovation Nightin September 2021.

GUY HALGRENCHAIR EMERITUS, SHEPPARD MULLIN
WHY: Halgren is chair emeritus of Sheppard Mullin, having served
as the firm’s chairman from 2001-21. NOTABLE: During his tenure as chairman, Halgren oversaw the strategic growth of Sheppard Mullin to meet the needs of its clients, with new offices that
opened in Brussels, Seoul and Shanghai as well as throughout theUnited States. Under his leadership, the firm grew from 290 attorneys to more than 1,000 across the globe. IN THE NEWS: Sheppard
Mullin named its diversity fellowship after Halgren.

FORMER PRESIDENT, CAL STATE SAN MARCOS

T.W. (BILL) HOEHN III
PRESIDENT, HOEHN MOTORS

WHY: Bill Hoehn is the third generation of Hoehns in the car dealership business. He succeeded his grandfather, Theodore W. Hoehn,
and his father, Theodore W. “Bill” Hoehn Jr., and is nurturing a fourth
generation to carry on the family’s legacy. SOCIAL IMPACT: The
Hoehn family has backed numerous local charities and nonprofits
through the years. IN THE NEWS: The Hoehn Family of Dealerships
supports the San Diego Automotive Museum, which honored Bill andSusan Hoehn at its reopening ceremony and gala in 2021.

BILL HOWE

PRESIDENT, BILL HOWE FAMILY OF COMPANIES
WHY: Howe oversees a growing business that has been family-owned and operated for three generations. In 2022, Howe andhis wife Tina transitioned day-to-day management of the company
to their three daughters. NOTABLE: Howe started his business in1980 out of an apartment in Pacific Beach. Today, the firm is oneof the area’s largest and most active building maintenance companies. WORDS OF WISDOM: "For a business to be the best at what it
does, it needs to have an absolute focus on its employees opportunities
for career growth."

TINA HOWE

VICE PRESIDENT, BILL HOWE FAMILY OF COMPANIES
WHY: Howe, vice president of the Bill Howe Family of Companies, has been at the forefront of the firm’s brand managementand daily operations for more than three decades. SOCIAL IMPACT: Tina Howe is also an active philanthropist and supports anumber of causes. The business has supported the Boys & Girls
Clubs of Greater San Diego, the San Diego Food Bank and Veterans360. WORDS OF WISDOM: "At the heart of every great business isa fierce commitment to its employees, its community, and its customers."

SELWYN ISAKOWCHAIRMAN, CALPRIVATE BANK
WHY: A native of South Africa, Isakow is founder, chairman and
CEO of the Oxford Investment Group Inc., a private equity, realestate and venture investment firm with holdings in 17 countries.
SOCIAL IMPACT: He is past chair of City of Hope, one of the largest cancer treatment and research hospitals in the country. He ispresident of the Kindness Initiative and Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego. IN THE NEWS: Private Bancorp of America, parent of CalPrivate
Bank, exceeded $2 billion in assets in the third quarter of 2023.

JO DEE JACOBFORMER CEO, GIRL SCOUTS SAN DIEGO
WHY: Jacob broke the glass ceiling as a U.S. Navy officer, retiring
as a captain. She served as CEO of Girl Scouts San Diego from2001 to 2016. She is past president of Rotary Club 33. NOTABLE:
Jacob organized Operation Thin Mint, an effort that has sent millions of Girl Scout Cookies to members of the military stationed
overseas. IN THE NEWS: In 2021, Operation Thin Mint celebrated
its 20th anniversary in a ceremony on the USS Midway.

IRWIN JACOBSJOE HARPER

PRESIDENT AND CEO, DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB
WHY: Harper joined the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club in 1978. Since
becoming president and CEO of the historic track in 1990, Harper
has boosted attendance and the club’s profile. NOTABLE: Harper
had bit parts in his grandfather Cecil B. DeMille’s movies “The Ten
Commandments” and “Greatest Show on Earth.” IN THE NEWS:
Harper presided over opening day of the Del Mar summer 2023 meet,which was a sell-out.

CO-FOUNDER, QUALCOMM INC.
WHY: Jacobs was one of the co-founders of Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:QCOM), which developed the CDMA technology that paved
the way for today’s 5G cellphones. Qualcomm is one of the world’s
leading chip makers. SOCIAL IMPACT: He and his wife Joan areamong the region’s most generous philanthropists. IN THE NEWS:In May 2023, Joan and Irwin Jacobs gave UC San Diego Health$22 million to fund a novel patient-care “mission control center” within
Jacobs Medical Center. The gift also funded an endowed chair in digital
health innovation.

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BARRY JANTZ

KURT LISTUG

WHY: Jantz served as CEO of Grossmont Healthcare District from2004 until his retirement in 2021. He served four terms on the La
Mesa City Council. NOTABLE: He currently runs Jantz Communications, which specializes in government and community affairs
and executive coaching. IN THE NEWS: Jantz has remained active
in local politics, opposing a ballot measure taxing cannabis sales andopposing the Cottonwood sand mine project in Rancho San Diego.

WHY: Listug, a San Diego native, joined Bob Taylor to found Taylor Guitars in 1974. NOTABLE: The innovative company is oneof the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality acoustic andelectric guitars. It splits production between factories in El Cajon
and Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. IN THE NEWS: In 2021, Taylor Guitars became 100% employee-owned under a long-term business plan engineered by Listug. Andy Powers became CEO in 2022.

STATH KARRASSEAN MAHONEY

WHY: Karras is an established figure in commercial real estate.
He currently leads the Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate at
the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business. NOTABLE: Karras served as executive managing director at Cushman& Wakefield and was CEO of Burnham Real Estate Services. He is
past chairman of the board of CONNECT, the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation and LEAD San Diego. IN THE NEWS:2023 marked the 30th anniversary of the real estate program at USD.

WHY: Sean Mahoney joined the Red Cross in 2017 as regional CEO of
San Diego and Imperial Counties. In 2020, his position was extended
to Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties. NOTABLE: Mahoney spent 27 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, retiring with the rank ofcaptain. His work in disaster relief included directing hurricane responses
while he was commanding officer of Air Station Houston. IN THE NEWS:In August, Mahoney traveled to Maui to help with the wildfire relief effort.

RETIRED CEO, GROSSMONT HOSPITAL DISTRICTEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR,
BURNHAM-MOORES CENTER FOR REAL ESTATEMEL KATZEXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CO-OWNER,MANPOWER SAN DIEGO
WHY: Mel Katz and partner Phil Blair bought the local Manpower franchise in 1977 and have built it into the largest in the UnitedStates. NOTABLE: Katz has been active with many local organizations. He serves as a board member of e3Civic High charterschool, San Diego Foundation and the San Diego Rotary Foundation. He is trustee emeritus of the UC San Diego Foundation. IN THE
NEWS: In late 2022, Katz was elected to a two-year term as chairman of
the San Diego County Water Authority

CO-FOUNDER, TAYLOR GUITARSREGIONAL CEO, AMERICAN RED CROSS SOUTHERNCALIFORNIA REGIONDOUG MANCHESTERCHAIRMAN EMERITUS, MANCHESTER FINANCIAL GROUP
WHY: Manchester, also known as Papa Doug, is a prolific developer and philanthropist. He built the Manchester Grand Hyatt andthe Marriott Marquis and Marina as well as the Fairmont GrandDel Mar. SOCIAL IMPACT: A $1 million donation to Rady Children’s Hospital at the 2023 Charity Ball is the latest of many gifts tocommunity institutions. IN THE NEWS: Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
signed a definitive agreement with Manchester Financial to develop
and manage a 36-story hotel downtown near the Broadway Pier.

LIDIA S. MARTINEZJOHN D. KLINEDINSTMANAGER OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH (RET.),
SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

WHY: Since 1983, Klinedinst has served the legal needs of San Diego businesses through his firm, Klinedinst PC. NOTABLE: He has
overseen his firm’s growth to five additional West Coast offices overthe last four decades. Klinedinst, a specialist in business litigation, has
tried dozens of cases in federal and state courts, including professional liability and IP disputes. He has also taken part in hundreds of arbitrations. IN THE NEWS: He took the title of chairman emeritus in 2021.

WHY: Martinez is a member of the San Diego County Regional
Airport Authority board. For 30 years, she built goodwill for Southwest Airlines in the Latinx community and throughout the region.
NOTABLE: Her career trajectory took her from the border town ofCiudad Juarez, Mexico (her mother was a housekeeper in neighboring El Paso) to the halls of corporate power. IN THE NEWS: Martinez is a mentor and volunteers for several organizations. She chaired thecommittee that produced the October 2023 MAAC Soirée event.

JESSIE KNIGHT JR.

ARMON MILLS

WHY: Knight’s decades-long involvement in local, state and international issues included service on the California PUC. He was CEO of
SDG&E and held several key leadership roles with parent Sempra.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Knight is managing director of Knight Angels, aprivate equity fund that supports grassroots leaders. He is chairman of
the board at Balboa Park’s Timken Museum of Art and a trustee of the
Hudson Institute. IN THE NEWS: In 2022, he received an honorary doctor of commerce from his alma mater, St. Louis University, in Madrid, Spain.

WHY: Mills is publisher emeritus of the San Diego Business Journal. Previously, as president of American City Business Journals,
he was involved with starting and acquiring local Business Journals nationwide. NOTABLE: Mills began his professional career inpublic accounting, spending more than 25 years in the field. Mills
also spent more than 30 years working for several local businesspublications. He was named President and Publisher of the San Diego
Business Journal in 2004. He retired from that position in 2016.

BOB LEONESTEVE MOLLENKOPF

FOUNDER AND CHAIRMAN EMERITUS, KLINEDINST PC

FORMER CEO AND CHAIRMAN, SAN DIEGO GAS & ELECTRIC

RETIRED CEO AND PRESIDENT,MRC SMART TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
WHY: Leone is the founder and former CEO of MRC, a Xerox
Company. The technology firm is focused on helping businesses
increase productivity and reduce costs. SOCIAL IMPACT: Leoneis a member of the board at Father Joe’s Villages and has volunteered with multiple homeless service agencies. IN THE NEWS: In
July 2021, Leone retired after 48 years of service. During that time,
he transformed MRC from a single San Diego office to multiple locations
in Southern and Northern California.

SUSAN LEW

FOUNDER AND CEO, S. LEW & ASSOCIATES INC.
WHY: Since founding her real estate firm in 1978, Lew has overseen the acquisition of more than $1 billion of multifamily and commercial investments, including retail and shopping centers, industrial and office buildings. NOTABLE: Lew, who served two terms
as a port commissioner, also founded Emerald Chinese Seafood
Restaurant and Pearl Chinese Cuisine. IN THE NEWS: Location,
location, location. Emerald has long been part of Convoy Street andhas become an anchor of the new pan-Asian cultural district.

PUBLISHER EMERITUS, SAN DIEGO BUSINESS JOURNALRETIRED CEO, QUALCOMM

WHY: Mollenkopf joined Qualcomm in 1994 and led the businessfrom 2014 until his retirement in 2021. He grew the firm to $33.6
billion in revenue and shepherded fifth generation (5G) wirelesstechnology from the lab to commercialization. NOTABLE: He successfully navigated several crises, including a hostile takeover attempt by Broadcom, a legal fight with Apple and an antitrust disputewith U.S. authorities. IN THE NEWS: Mollenkopf joined Dell’s board of
directors in September 2023. He is also on the board of Boeing.

JOHN MOORESPRINCIPAL, JMI SERVICES INC.
WHY: Moores, one-time owner of the San Diego Padres, is a philanthropist, venture capitalist and software entrepreneur. One of the
key figures in building Petco Park, he led the redevelopment of East
Village, overseeing more than $3 billion in projects. His companies include JMI Realty and JMI Equity. NOTABLE: Moores madehis fortune building BMC Software in Texas and Peregrine Systems
and ServiceNow locally. IN THE NEWS: During a pregame ceremony in July 2023, Moores was inducted to the Padres Hall of Fame alongwith pitcher Jake Peavy.

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JERRY NAVARRACHAIRMAN, JEROME’S FURNITURE

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DEBRA REED-KLAGESFORMER CHAIRMAN & CEO, SEMPRA ENERGY

WHY: A certain generation of San Diegans remembers seeing Jerry Navarra
on television during commercial breaks. He has long been the public face of thefamily business, Jerome’s Furniture. NOTABLE: Navarra’s father founded thebusiness in 1954; Navarra became president in 1974. Today the business includes
multiple generations of family and has stores throughout Southern California. IN
THE NEWS: In 2022, Jerry and Eleanor Navarra, along with Jerome’s Furniture,
donated $97,000 worth of outdoor furniture and bunk beds to Solutions for Change.

WHY: Reed-Klages had a trailblazing career with Sempra Energy beginning in 1978.
She held top executive roles at subsidiaries San Diego Gas & Electric and Southern
California Gas Co. and served as Sempra’s CEO from 2011 until 2018; she retired
as executive chairman in December of that year. NOTABLE: During her tenure as
CEO, Sempra doubled its business. IN THE NEWS: Reed-Klages sits on the boardsof powerful companies such as Chevron and Lockheed Martin. At Caterpillar, she andboard members waived the requirement that CEO Jim Umpleby must retire at age 65.

JOE PANETTAGARRY RIDGEPRESIDENT AND CEO, BIOCOM CALIFORNIAFORMER CEO, WD40 COMPANY

WHY: As president and CEO of Biocom California, Panetta is the faceof the state’s biotech and life science industry. NOTABLE: He expanded Biocom’s footprint to include offices in San Francisco, Sacramento,
Los Angeles, Tokyo and Washington, D.C. IN THE NEWS: In August,when the Biden Administration named the first 10 drugs subject to pricecontrols under the Inflation Reduction Act, Panetta said: “Let me be clear:this is no reason for celebration,” adding that the move “hurts innovation.”

WHY: Garry Ridge was CEO of WD-40 Co. from 1997 to 2022. He encouraged employees to see themselves as a tribe, seeking a common goal and mutually supportive. NOTABLE: He received the Lifetime Achievement Award during the San Diego
Business Journal’s CEO of the Year Awards in 2022. IN THE NEWS: Ridge continues
to teach, and reflected recently on WD-40 Company’s 93% employee engagement rate.
“This high level of engagement not only boosted productivity and innovation within thecompany but also resulted in a close-knit team that consistently delivered exceptional results.”

MARK PAYNE

PATTI ROSCOEFORMER VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, SWINERTONOWNER, ROSCOE & ASSOCIATES

WHY: Mark Payne worked at Swinerton for 23 years, managing divisions andoperations at the national construction firm. He retired in January 2022. NOTABLE: Payne studied civil engineering and earned a business degree from the
University of Phoenix. He worked at Sundt Construction for 17 years. IN THE
NEWS: A Swinerton-affiliated team participated in the American Heart Association’s 2023 San Diego Heart & Stroke Walk. Payne helped raise funds with the team.

WHY: Patti Roscoe has been one of the key people in San Diego tourism, runningand franchising a successful destination management company from 1981 to 2017.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Now retired, she supports local organizations including San
Diego State University, the Comic-Con Museum and Girl Scouts San Diego. IN
THE NEWS: The media broadcast booth at San Diego State University’s recently
opened Snapdragon Stadium is named after Roscoe in recognition of a gift. Earlier,she co-founded the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management.

MICHAEL PERSALL

IVOR ROYSTONFOUNDER & CHAIRMAN, C3 BANK, ABP CAPITALMANAGING PARTNER, FORWARD VENTURES

WHY: Persall is founder and chairman of ABP Capital and is the owner and chairman of C3Bank. NOTABLE: Persall is a founder of Blooma — an AI-powered loan
origination platform — and is a lead investor and board member for Vuori, a performance apparel company headquartered in North County. SOCIAL IMPACT:He is a member of the board of trustees for his alma mater, the University of San
Diego. IN THE NEWS: In July 2021, C3Bank bought real estate in downtown Nashville, Tennessee for $7.1 million. Local media said a Nashville branch could be coming.

WHY: Royston co-founded Hybritech Inc., one of San Diego’s first biotechnology firms. An oncologist, researcher, scientist, entrepreneur andventure capitalist, Royston today is considered one of the founding fathers of the region’s life science sector. NOTABLE: After Hybritech waspurchased by Eli Lilly in 1986, Royston founded and invested in dozens ofbiotech firms. IN THE NEWS: In fall 2022, Royston stepped down from theCEO’s job at Viracta Therapeutics, turning over the reins to Mark Rothera.

ROBERT E. PRICERALPH RUBIO

CO-FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN AND INTERIM CEO, PRICESMART INC.

CO-FOUNDER, RUBIO’S RESTAURANTS INC.

WHY: Price is co-founder, chairman and interim CEO of PriceSmart, which operates 52 warehouse stores in Latin America and the Caribbean. The business
reported $4.41 billion in revenue in 2023, up from $4.07 billion. NOTABLE: The
Price family is synonymous with retail. Robert Price and his father, Sol Price,
started Price Club in 1974, selling it to Costco in 1993. IN THE NEWS: Price
Philanthropies keeps investing in San Diego’s City Heights neighborhood. Separately, in late 2022, it pledged $2.5 million to a mental health initiative run by Interfaith Community Services of Escondido.

WHY: Rubio has sold an estimated 270 million fish tacos since opening his
first restaurant, a walk-up affair among the Pacific Beach auto dealerships,
in 1983. Rubio became acquainted with the dish during surfing trips to
San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico. NOTABLE: The business, originallya family affair, was bought by Mill Road Capital in 2010. Carlsbad-based
Rubio’s now has more than 3,000 employees spread among more than
150 locations in California, Arizona and Nevada. QUOTABLE: “When Rubio’s opened 40 years ago, putting fish in a taco was pretty revolutionary.”

ROB QUIGLEYSUSAN SALKA

PRINCIPAL, ROB WELLINGTON QUIGLEY, FAIA

RETIRED CEO, PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR, AMN HEALTHCARE

WHY: Quigley’s architecture practice has produced some notable buildings, including the landmark $185 million Central Library in East Village.
NOTABLE: Quigley’s firm, with offices in San Diego and Palo Alto, has
won more than 70 regional and national awards. They include a 2019
American Institute of Architects Merit Award for Bayside Fire Station
No. 2 in Little Italy. IN THE NEWS: Quigley did the overall design of theHarris Family Senior Residence and Mid-City Family Apartments in City
Heights, which opened for low-income tenants in 2022.

WHY: Salka has been the public face of AMN since 2005. Under her leadership,
AMN became known as an innovator in healthcare workforce solutions and is
the largest diversified healthcare staffing company in the nation. SOCIAL IMPACT: Salka has a strong interest in corporate social responsibility. She is a
vocal proponent of promoting women to leadership roles and has prioritizedgender equity at AMN. IN THE NEWS: Salka turned the CEO’s job over to Cary
Grace on Nov. 28, 2022. She is still very much a part of the healthcare industry
with her seat on the board of McKesson Corporation.

ERNEST RADY

JERRY SANDERSFOUNDER & CEO, AMERICAN ASSETS TRUST
WHY: One can’t go too far in San Diego without encountering the Rady name.
Rady family members are among the most generous philanthropists in theregion. NOTABLE: Rady founded several financial services and real estate
firms including Westcorp, acquired by Wachovia for $3.8 billion in 2005. IN THE
NEWS: In 2022, Ernest and Evelyn Rady pledged $35 million to the Salvation
Army; the sum will serve as an endowment for homeless services programs
at a new downtown facility. In May, it was announced that UC San Diego’s Rady
School of Management is launching its Sullivan Center with a $5 million Rady gift.

LYNN REASERCHIEF ECONOMIST, FERMANIAN BUSINESS AND ECONOMICINSTITUTE, POINT LOMA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
WHY: In addition to serving as a college professor, Reaser is chief economist of thestate controller’s Council of Economic Advisors. NOTABLE: Reaser received her Ph.D.
from UCLA and has served as a financial adviser for the cities of Los Angeles and San
Francisco. IN THE NEWS: With frequent and consistent media appearances, Reaser has long helped San Diegans make sense of diverse topics such as the local effect ofPentagon spending, the COVID pandemic, inflation and the U.S. trade relationship with China.

CEO, SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHY: Sanders has led the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce for a decade. Prior to that, he served as San Diego mayor
and chief of police. SOCIAL IMPACT: He’s also led the local chapters of the American Red Cross and the United Way. IN THE NEWS:
Sanders was part of a binational delegation that traveled to Mexico
City in October to discuss regional issues; it was the 17th annual trip.
Separately, Rotary Club 33 named Sanders “Mr. San Diego” in 2022.

JIM SCHMID

FOUNDER/CHAIRMAN, CHELSEA INVESTMENT CORP.
WHY: Schmid has focused on the development of affordable housing
in multiple cities since 1992. NOTABLE: His 45-year career has beenvaried; it has included project acquisition, financing, design, construction, marketing and property management of commercial, industrial
and residential projects. IN THE NEWS: In May, Schmid turned over
the CEO’s job at Chelsea to his son, Charles. Separately, Chelsea
broke ground on a $188 million affordable housing campus in Clairemont. Its three projects are scheduled for completion in 2025 and 2026.

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PETER SEIDLER

CHAIRMAN, SAN DIEGO PADRES
WHY: Seidler is chairman of the San Diego Padres and lead investor in theball club. He is a founder and managing partner of Seidler Equity Partners.
SOCIAL IMPACT: Seidler also is a driving force behind the “Tuesday Group”
of civic leaders focused on San Diego’s homeless problem. IN THE NEWS: In
September, Seidler issued a statement saying he was recovering from a medical
procedure the previous month — he did not elaborate — and that he looked forward
to the Padres’ 2024 season. The team ended the 2023 season with an 82-80 record.

K. BARRY SHARPLESSPROFESSOR, SCRIPPS RESEARCH

J. CRAIG VENTER

CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN,
J. CRAIG VENTER INSTITUTE
WHY: Venter is a world renowned figure in genetics and genomics. NOTABLE: The biotechnologist
and businessman is best known for his role in mapping the human genome. He founded Celera
Genomics to sequence the human genome using new tools and techniques he and his team developed. IN THE NEWS: In 2023, Harvard University Press published “The Voyage of the Sorcerer
II: The Expedition That Unlocked the Secrets of the Ocean’s Microbiome,” co-authored by Venter. A recent interview with the journal Nature quotes Venter as saying, “I consider retirement tantamount to death.”

ANDREW VITERBI

CO-FOUNDER, QUALCOMM INC.

WHY: In 2022, Professor K. Barry Sharpless was awarded a Nobel Prize – his
second – for his groundbreaking research in developing “click chemistry” – an ingenious method for building molecules. Sharpless also won a Nobel in Chemistryin 2001. IN THE NEWS: Click chemistry plays a part in an article Sharpless co-authored in January 2023 in the scientific journal Joule: “High-performing polysulfate
dielectrics for electrostatic energy storage under harsh conditions.” An August 2023
profile in the journal PNAS said Sharpless “has an uncanny ability to ‘think like a molecule.’”

WHY: Electrical engineer Andrew Viterbi co-founded two seminal San Diego tech companies, Linkabit Corp. and Qualcomm Inc., and has contributed greatly to San Diego educational and cultural institutions. NOTABLE: He invented the Viterbi algorithm, which
is used in most digital cellular phones and digital satellite receivers, as well as magnetic recording, speech recognition, search engines and DNA sequence analysis. IN THE
NEWS: In May, Viterbi gave a lecture on the history of digital communication at the Jerusalem College of Technology in honor of a friend and mentor, the mathematician Solomon Golomb.

DAN SHEAMARY WALSHOKBOARD MEMBER, LUCKY DUCK FOUNDATIONRETIRED DEAN, UC SAN DIEGO EXTENDED STUDIES

WHY: Shea is a longtime area restaurant owner and business executive. His restaurant experience includes being a partner in Paradigm Investment Group, which owns
approximately 120 restaurants in 11 states. NOTABLE: He is a board member of theLucky Duck Foundation, which provides services to the homeless community, and isa member of the “Tuesday Group” of civic and business leaders seeking solutions for
San Diego’s homeless problem. IN THE NEWS: Shea was among San Diegans who, inJanuary, called for a new homeless shelter in a Balboa Park parking lot.

WHY: Walshok spent almost 50 years in administration at UC San Diego prior
to her retirement in 2022. She served as Associate Vice Chancellor for Public Programs and Dean of UC San Diego Extended Studies. NOTABLE: She
built the extension program at UC San Diego Extension into a powerhouse, with
100,000 students enrolled. In 2022, she spearheaded the opening of UC San
Diego’s downtown center at Park and Market. IN THE NEWS: Walshok was theLifetime Achievement honoree at SDBJ’s 2022 Business Women of the Year Awards.

JUDI SHEPPARD MISSETT

BILL WALTON

FOUNDER, JAZZERCISEEXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, SAN DIEGO SPORT INNOVATORS

WHY: Jazzercise traces its roots to 1969, when Judi Sheppard Missett started
teaching a dance fitness class in Chicago, eventually leading to the dance fitness
company now based in Carlsbad. NOTABLE: Jazzercise is a family enterprise. In
2010, daughter Shanna Missett Nelson became company president and in 2020,
granddaughter Skyla Nelson certified as a Jazzercise instructor. IN THE NEWS: In
a 2023 interview with Katie Couric Media, Sheppard Missett said, “The business is
not the same. The basics are there, but you know you have to change with the times.”

WHY: A San Diego native, Walton is an NBA Hall of Famer, sports broadcasterand celebrity. NOTABLE: Walton has been executive chairman of San DiegoSport Innovators since the business accelerator spun out of Connect in 2010.
IN THE NEWS: In 2023, ESPN released “The Luckiest Guy in the World,” focused on the life and philosophy of Walton, as part of its 30 for 30 documentary
series. Walton has also been in the news calling for solutions for the city’s homelessness crisis, and has worked with the Lucky Duck Foundation on the issue.

THOMAS SUDBERRYROBERT WATKINSCHAIRMAN, SUDBERRY PROPERTIESPRESIDENT AND CHAIRMAN, R.J. WATKINS & CO. LTD.

WHY: is one of the top developers in the region. He founded Sudberry
Properties in 1979 following a career with Coldwell Banker. NOTABLE:
Sudberry has developed numerous high-profile projects throughout theregion, notably the 230-acre Civita community on former quarry landin the heart of Mission Valley. As of spring 2023, the project was at the
halfway point. IN THE NEWS: Sudberry continues to oversee buildoutof the Civita. In May the company announced the 2026 opening of a
Jimbo’s Naturally store, which will anchor the retail heart of the community.

WHY: Watkins created his executive search company in 1980; since then hehas identified and placed more than 1,000 senior executives at corporations,
government agencies, educational institutions and nonprofits throughout the
San Diego area. NOTABLE: Watkins was responsible for recruiting leaders for
the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corp., San Diego Regional
Chamber of Commerce, United Way, the business school at San Diego State
University and the San Diego County Water Authority. Watkins also serves on avariety of civic and nonprofit boards.

ROBERT SULLIVANGARY & MARY WEST

FOUNDING DEAN, RADY SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT,UC SAN DIEGOFOUNDERS, WEST CORP., WEST HEALTH INSTITUTE

WHY: Sullivan served as dean of the Rady School of Management from 2003
to 2019. As founding dean, he led the recruitment of world-class faculty and its
philanthropic foundation. NOTABLE: He received UC San Diego’s Revelle Medal in 2021. IN THE NEWS: In May, the school established its Robert S. Sullivan
Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. “This naming is particularly fitting,” said
school benefactor Ernest Rady, “since he played a key role in building the prominence of the Rady School and establishing such strong and impactful industry ties.”

WHY: Gary and Mary West were pioneers in the telemarketing industry, eventually netting $1.45 billion from the 2006 sale of their stake in West Corp. Since
then, the Wests have dedicated themselves to advancing sustainable high-quality health care for vulnerable seniors. SOCIAL IMPACT: The Gary and MaryWest Foundation has awarded $280 million to senior-focused community organizations since 2006. IN THE NEWS: Hit Show, one of the Wests’ horses, took
first place in one of its races during 2023, but tied for fourth place in the Belmont
Stakes (part of horse racing’s Triple Crown).

DEBORAH SZEKELY

ALISON WHITELAWFOUNDER, GOLDEN DOOR & RANCHO LA PUERTA
WHY: Szekely has been called “the godmother of the wellness movement.” Her 101 years on this planet speaks well for her healthy lifestylechoices. She is best known locally for founding the Golden Door Luxury
Resort & Spa in Escondido. NOTABLE: In 1940, she opened Rancho
La Puerta, a wellness camp in Mexico that was part commune, partspa. Today, the 3,000-acre resort is a favorite of celebrities and wellness
gurus. IN THE NEWS: The RogerEbert.com website includes a 2022 interview with Szekely: “Here I am at 100,” she said, “but I still feel like the young
woman who arrived here with Edmond in 1940.”

BOB TAYLOR

CO-FOUNDER, TAYLOR GUITARS
WHY: World-renowned guitar maker Bob Taylor started El Cajon-based Taylor Guitars in 1974 together with Kurt Listug. The innovative company is one of the world’s
leading manufacturers of high-quality guitars. NOTABLE: The business made thejump to employee ownership in 2021. IN THE NEWS: The company cares about thewood it sources. Bob Taylor has personally invested in socially responsible sourcingof ebony from Africa. In 2023, Bob Taylor was in the media discussing how his company turns urban trees (from North America) at the end of their lives into musical instruments.

RETIRED FOUNDER, PLATT/WHITELAW ARCHITECTS
WHY: Whitlaw, a principal in San Diego-based Platt/Whitelaw Architects, brokebarriers for women in architecture during her career. NOTABLE: Whitelaw is astrong advocate of sustainable design and was a co-founder of the Academyof Neuroscience for Architecture, a group of architects and neuroscientists who
study the relationship between the built environment and the human brain. IN
THE NEWS: The San Diego chapter of the American Institute of Architects presented her with its Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021 following her retirement in 2020.

THOMAS WORNHAM

DIRECTOR, CALPRIVATE BANK
WHY: Since retiring as CalPrivate Bank’s CEO, Thomas Wornham continues
to serve on the board of its parent, Private Bancorp of America. NOTABLE: He
is past president of the Century Club, which produces the Farmers Insurance
Open. Other civic work included serving on the board of the San Diego County
Water Authority, which approved, financed and constructed Carlsbad’s $1 billion
desalination plant. IN THE NEWS: A recent news account about the Farmers Insurance Open trophy credits Wornham and Tom Monson as the people who hit on
the idea of presenting the winning golfer with a surfboard.

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SD500 INDEXDavid Abeles..........................................49
Gary Acosta............................................10
Don Adair...............................................64
Helen Adams..........................................36
John Alessio..........................................52
Cristiano Amon......................................71
Alfredo Angeles......................................10
Greg Anglea...........................................12
Chris Anthony........................................71
Al Apuzzo...............................................64
Guy Asaro...............................................64
Asaf Ashkenazi ......................................71
Michael Attanasio...................................52
Sam Attisha............................................71
Valerie Attisha .......................................29
Cori Austin.............................................12
Douglas Austin, FAIA.............................76
James Awford........................................64
Jimmy Ayala...........................................64
Ben Badiee.............................................64
Al Baldwin..............................................76
Mark Balmert.........................................46
Eshel Bar-Adon......................................29
Paul Barber.............................................29
Paul Baribault.........................................12
Jennifer Barnes......................................52
Paul Barnes............................................64
Douglas Barnhart ..................................76
Tami Barnhart-Reese.............................64
Jill Barrett...............................................49
Dawn Barry............................................36
Jason Barry............................................64
Laura Barry............................................64
Vincent J. Bartolotta, Jr..........................52
Kimberly J. Becker.................................46
Col. Thomas Bedell ..............................46
Archie Bella............................................36
David Bennett.........................................49
Mike Berryhill.........................................64
Eric Beste...............................................52
Beth Binger.............................................52
Bill Birnie................................................29
Callie Bjurstrom.....................................52
Trevor Blair.............................................52
Phil Blair.................................................76
Richard Blaise........................................49
Ken Blanchard........................................76
Neal Bloom.............................................46
Linden P. Blue.........................................46
James Neal Blue.....................................76
Linden S. Blue........................................76
Daniel Bradbary......................................36
Kevan Bradshaw....................................52
Charles Brandes.....................................76
Steve Brass............................................46
Rick Bregman.........................................29
Betsy Brennan........................................10
Bill Brennan ...........................................52
David Brenner.......................................36
Oliver (Chip) Brewer III..........................49
Tjeerd Brink............................................49
Kate Broderick........................................36
Dan Broderick........................................64
David Brooke..........................................29
Jennie Brooks........................................46
Bob Brower............................................25Ross Brown...........................................64
Erik Bruvold............................................10
Douglas Bryant......................................36
Ryan Buell..............................................52
Nick Bulcao............................................71
Joe Burnett.............................................36
Malin Burnham......................................76
Fred Buro................................................49
Aaron Byzak...........................................36
Mark Cafferty..........................................10
Brian Cahill.............................................64
James Callaghan, Jr...............................36
Teresa Campbell.....................................29
Carin Canale-Theakston.........................36
Tiago Carneiro........................................49
Reid Carr................................................52
Gordon Carrier.......................................76
Constance Carroll...................................76
David Carver...........................................46
David S. Casey, Jr...................................52
Casey Castillo.........................................12
Bambos Charalambous ........................29
Mary Cheeks..........................................50
Sharon Cloward.....................................12David Cohn.............................................76
Lesley Cohn............................................76
Julie Coker..............................................10
Jill Collins...............................................36
Mike Conroy...........................................65
Sunita Cooke..........................................25
Steve Coopersmith................................52
Juliet Correnti.........................................71
Ron Coughlin.........................................46
Larry Coval.............................................71
Genevieve Craig.....................................76
Win Cramer............................................71
Tamara Craver........................................12David Crean............................................30
Scott Crider............................................46
Stanley Crooke.......................................77
Anna Crowe............................................54
Stephen Cushman..................................77
Mark Dankberg......................................77
William Davidson...................................65
Derek Davis............................................65
Robert Dawson......................................71
Adela de la Torre....................................25
Perry Dealy.............................................65
Donna DeBerry.......................................10
Jami DeBrango-Palumbo......................37
Carol Dedrich.........................................14
Jamie Deering........................................50
DeeDee DeMan......................................54
Eric DeMarco..........................................46
Scott Dennis...........................................47
George DeVries......................................37
David Diamond......................................30
Maritza Diaz............................................71
Steve Dinken..........................................14
Rob Douglas..........................................37
Paul Downey..........................................14
Eric Dube................................................37
Ron Dutt.................................................71
Lisa Easterly...........................................10
Starr Edwards........................................50

Bill Eigner...............................................54
Eric Ellingsen..........................................30
Matt Ellis.................................................71
Joan Embery..........................................77
Cesar Enciso .........................................72
Kristine Entwistle...................................14
Debbie Escobedo...................................30
Steve Espino..........................................30
Kurt Evans..............................................65
Zeb Evans...............................................72
Anne Evans............................................77
Steve Fambro.........................................72
Mick Farrell.............................................37
Peter Farrell............................................77
Michael Fasulo.......................................77
Matthew Fehling.....................................10
Sean Ferrel.............................................72
Jane Finley..............................................37
Jeff Fisher...............................................54
Laurie Fisher...........................................54
Jay Flatley...............................................77
Josie Flores-Clark...................................10
Kim Folsom............................................30
Rachel Ford Hutman..............................54
Kerry Forde............................................38
DeLinda Forsythe...................................78
Ron Fowler.............................................78
John Frager............................................65
James P. Frantz......................................54
Nick Frasco ............................................65
Scott Free...............................................65
Patrick Frias............................................38
Stephen Friedman..................................30
Greg Garrabrants...................................30
Mark Gergen..........................................38
Martha Gilmer........................................50
Jordan Glazier........................................72
Robert H. Gleason..................................50
Keri Gohman..........................................54
Alan Gold................................................78
Steve Goldberg ......................................50
Carlos Gonzalez......................................66
Inez González Perezchica ......................10
Brett Good..............................................56
Kevin Gorman........................................38
Marty Gorsich........................................50
Terri Funk Graham.................................50
Sandra Gramley.....................................66
Ryan Green............................................66
Mark Grescovich....................................32
Ernie Hahn..............................................78
David Hale..............................................78
Guy Halgen.............................................78
Abdur-Rahim Hameed...........................10
Zack Hammond......................................66
Ashanti T. Hands....................................25
Diane Hansen.........................................38
Jonathan Hanwitt...................................56
Jeffrey Harper........................................66
Joe Harper..............................................78
James Harris..........................................25
Darin Harris............................................50
Adam Harris...........................................72
Neil Hattangadi.......................................38
Melissa Hayden-Cook............................40
Karen Haynes.........................................78
Peter Heald.............................................56
J. Kevin Heinly........................................66
Ingo Hentschel.......................................72
Eric Hepfer..............................................66
George Hershman..................................72
Robert Hoehn ......................................50
T.W. (Bill) Hoehn III................................78
Christopher C. Hoffman.........................56
Dan Hom................................................56
Nigel Hook..............................................72
Michael Hopkins....................................14
Dave Horton ..........................................40
Christopher Howard...............................40
Bruce Howard........................................50
Frederick Howe......................................40
Sheila Howe...........................................50
Bill Howe................................................78
Tina Howe..............................................78
Stacey Hrountas.....................................40
Sai Huda.................................................72
Thomas S. Ingrassia..............................56
Selwyn Isakow.......................................78
Lisette Islas............................................14
Jo Dee Jacob..........................................78
Irwin Jacobs...........................................78
Suneer "Sunny" Jain...............................42
Catriona Jamieson.................................25
Barry Jantz ............................................79
Stephen Jennings..................................42
Stefan Jensen.........................................56
Rudolph Johnson..................................16
Sabrina Johnson....................................42
Keith Jones.............................................47
Steven Jones..........................................56
Laura Josh.............................................42
Gerald Joyce..........................................42
Ashok Kamal .........................................32
Stath Karras...........................................79
Sara Katz................................................58
Mel Katz..................................................79
Tim Keane..............................................25
Travis Kester...........................................58
Pradeep Khosla......................................25
Afif Khoury.............................................72
Earl Kight................................................50
Mike Kijewski.........................................72
Cheryl Kilmer.........................................16
John Klinedinst......................................79
Jessie Knight Jr......................................79
Andrew Kohn.........................................58
Brian Koshley.........................................66
Rear Admiral Terry Kraft........................16
Mike Krenn.............................................10
Jason Kruger..........................................58
Daniel Kuperschmid...............................50
Andy La Dow..........................................67
Jim Lake.................................................50
Mike Lalich MD......................................42Todd Lane...............................................32
Colin Lawlor...........................................72
Brian Lee................................................50
Kathryn Lembo......................................16
Estean Lenyoun......................................67
Bob Leone..............................................79
Susan Lew..............................................79

Alessandra Lezama................................58
Kurt Listug.............................................79
Julie Lowen............................................58
P. Wesley Lundburg...............................27
Kevin Lustig...........................................42
Jennifer Lutz...........................................58
Dr. Gene Ma...........................................42
John Maguire.........................................32
Ian Michael Mahon................................67
Mike Mahoney........................................67
Sean Mahoney.......................................79
Doug Manchester...................................79
Neal Manowitz .......................................47
Arrulfo Manriquez..................................16
Anne Marbarger.....................................16
Adam Markowitz....................................72
Magda Marquet......................................42
Dena Marrinucci.....................................42
Chris Marsh............................................32
William "Trey" Martin..............................42
Alex Martin.............................................74
Jeff Martin ............................................47
Lidia S. Martinez....................................79
Ashish Masih.........................................32
Jim Matteo.............................................74
Kevin Mattson........................................44
Bruce Mayberry.....................................10
Tim Mays...............................................51
Patty Maysent........................................44
Brent McCarty........................................47
Brett McClain..........................................44
Greg McClure.........................................67
David McCullough..................................58
Neal McFarlane.......................................67
Mary Ann McGarry................................32
Michael McHale......................................18
Steve McMillan.......................................74
Chris Megison........................................18
Tim Meissner.........................................67
Ric Militi.................................................60
Mark David Milliron................................27
Lee Mills.................................................74
Armon Mills............................................79
Joseph Mishriki......................................32
Eugene "Mitch" Mitchell.........................47
Michael Mo............................................74
Steve Mollenkopf...................................79
Joe Monaco...........................................68
John Moores..........................................79
Juli Moran..............................................60
Jeff Morton.............................................60
Drew Moser...........................................18
Dan Moshavi..........................................27
Miguel Motta..........................................11
A.J. Moyer..............................................34
Greg Mueller..........................................68
Luis Müller.............................................74
Mike Murphy..........................................51
Tracy A. Murphy.....................................68
R. Michael Murphy.................................68
Cathryn Nacario.....................................18
Paul Nation.............................................60
Dylan Natter...........................................74
Jerry Navarra..........................................80
Michael Naylor.......................................48
Michael Neal...........................................68
Lynn Neault............................................27
Andrew Nelson.......................................68
Ryan Nessen..........................................69
Ellen Neufeldt.........................................27
Mark Neville...........................................11
Eric Northbrook......................................69
Neil O'Connell.........................................18
Steve O'Connell......................................34
Grant Oliphant........................................18
Tim Olson...............................................69
Lisa Ordóñez..........................................27
Jason Paguio.........................................11
Joe Panetta.............................................80
Chip F. Parker.........................................34
Julian Parra............................................34
Tad Parzen..............................................20
Dr. Rakesh Patel.....................................44
Mark Payne............................................80
Tom Pellette...........................................48
Marc Penick...........................................69
Tim Penick.............................................69
Gabriel Perez Krieb.................................51
Jack Perkins...........................................34
Michael Persall.......................................80
Douglas A. Pettit ...................................60
Lori Holt Pfeiler .....................................69
Fred Pierce.............................................69
Cheri Pierre............................................20
Fred Plevin..............................................60
John Pope..............................................48
Sanjiv Prabhakaran................................74
Robert Price...........................................80
Alan Prohaska........................................34
H. Puentes .............................................20
Rob Quigley............................................80
Ernest Rady............................................80
Liz Ramirez.............................................20
Ronald Ramirez......................................27
Victor Ramsauer....................................60
Bill Rastetter ..........................................20
Robert Rauch........................................51
Mark Read..............................................69
Lynn Reaser...........................................80
Debra Reed............................................80
Sam Reese.............................................60
Garry Ridge............................................80
Clifford Rippetoe....................................48
Star Rivera-Lacey...................................27
Jessica Robinson...................................27
Robert P. Robinson................................61
Adam Robinson.....................................69
Paul Robinson........................................74
Manuel Rodriguez..................................34
Alex Rodriguez.......................................34
Jim Roherty............................................69
Nancy Rohland-Heinrich........................27
Joe Rohner.............................................74
Patti Roscoe...........................................80
Rear Adm. Brad Rosen..........................48
Steve Rosetta.........................................69
Heather Rosing......................................61
Sumit Roy..............................................69
Ivor Royston..........................................80
Ralph Rubio...........................................80
Cyrus Rustomji......................................74

Aaron Ryan............................................35
Brig. Gen. James A. Ryans II.................48
Rick Salinas ...........................................51
Susan Salka............................................80
Miguel Sampo........................................74
Mark Sanchez.........................................27
Mark Sanders.........................................52
Jerry Sanders.........................................81
Nancy Sasaki..........................................20
Scott Sass..............................................69
Kevin Sayer............................................44
Sarah Schaffer.......................................61
Marc S. Schechter..................................61
Jim Schmid............................................81
Elizabeth Schott.....................................22
Peter Schultz..........................................44
Debra Schwartz......................................35
Sean M. Scott.........................................27
Kishore Seendripu.................................75
Steven Sefton ........................................35
Peter Seidler...........................................81
Matt Semic.............................................70
Ricky Shabazz........................................27
Ronson Shamoun..................................61
K. Barry Sharpless.................................81
Dan Shea................................................81
Judi Sheppard Missett...........................81
Danny Sherlock......................................22
Peter Sibley............................................75
Chris Sichel............................................22
Linda Sierra............................................61
Beth Sirull...............................................22
James Sly...............................................11
Douglas Small........................................48
Holly Smithson.......................................11
Sean Southard.......................................61
Sean Spear.............................................22
Jacques Spitzer......................................61
Eric Spomer...........................................75
Rita Steel................................................62
Seth Stein...............................................62
Eric Stenman..........................................70
Kurt Stocks.............................................51
Randee Stratton.....................................70
Mark Stuart............................................22
Colton Sudberry.....................................70
Thomas Sudberry..................................81
Pat Sullivan............................................62
Robert Sullivan.......................................81
Jeremy Swift..........................................75
Deborah Szekely ...................................81
Laura Tancredi-Baese.............................22
Bob Taylor..............................................81
Akilah Templeton....................................24
Tony Teravainen.....................................24
Paul Thiel................................................35
Megan Thomas......................................24
Chris Thorne..........................................24
Pelin Thorogood....................................44Todd Tibbits............................................24
Eric Topol...............................................44
Tonya Torosian.......................................24
Pete Townshend.....................................62
Paul Tran................................................51
Brett Turner............................................75
Henry N. Tuttle.......................................44
Robert Tyson..........................................62
Simona Valanciute.................................24
John Van Cleef.......................................24
A.J. Van De Ven......................................75
Chris Van Gorder....................................44
Jim Vargas.............................................24
J Craig Venter.........................................81
Kris Virtue..............................................75
Andrew Viterbi.......................................81
Sidd Vivek..............................................24
John Vorsheck.......................................70
Tracy Walker...........................................51
Mary Walshok........................................81
Bill Walton..............................................81
Gregg Ward............................................24
Cynthia Warner......................................48
Robert Watkins .....................................82
Betzy Weinblatt-Lynch...........................24
Gary & Mary West.................................82
Desmond Wheatley................................75
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