Born in Los Angeles and raised in North Park. Relocated to East County with my family in my early years. Started my career at Pac Bell in San Diego and was transferred to northern California eventually returning to San Diego to continue my career as a marketing consultant under my company Mary England PR which did political consulting, event planning, and fundraising. Elected to the Lemon Grove City Council in 2000 and moved on to become the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce President and CEO in 2008.
About Mary England
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
My father was a self-employed painting contractor, my mother was a homemaker and I have two sisters both still living. Parents have passed on.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I was in sales and marketing for many years, a political consultant, and elected Lemon Grove City Councilmember for 12 years. Also membership on several boards and committees.I love meeting people the most and networking with the business community
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Always smile, have a positive attitude, and be grateful.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Retired and living large
Mary England & Our Community
Q: What are a few of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Nonnos Ristorante Italiano, Anthonys Fish Grotto, Little Roma Italian, BJs Brewhouse, Hooleys Public House, Casa Gabriella and Claim Jumper
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
For over 25 years
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Ed and Sandy Burr
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Anthonys Fish Grotto
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Strong Community Spirit
Q: If you could choose anyone alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
Oprah Winfrey – because of her philanthropic efforts and goodness. We would have lunch any place she wanted to go
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
The President is my favorite movie and my favorite TV show is Cleaning Lady
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I sang in a piano bar in Monterey
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Sorrento Italy and Milan Italy
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
The Prebys Foundation
Q: What community organizations and/or local nonprofits do you admire/support?
La Mesa Parks and Rec Foundation, La Mesa Womans Club, La Mesa Lions and Soroptimist Club
Q: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
Think before you speak
Q: What Neighborhood do you live in?
La Mesa
What I love about my Neighborhood:
Walking distance to shopping and restaurants
Please describe your ideal San Diego weekend:
A weekend stay at a local Casino and dining out with friends
Q: Finally, what three words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Safe, warm, inviting
