Paul Coogan – Community Supporter
I am a native Californian from Sacramento where I attended the Waldorf School and Sacramento High. I was fortunate to have CSUS Alumni as parents which gave me full access to the college library…
Amber Coakley
Amber was born in the Bluegrass region, the daughter of a coal miner and a stay-at-home mom, something she considers to be of great value in regards to her development and ambition for life….
Kathy Cameron (Kathy Butler Hord)
I am originally from the deep south, but have lived in San Diego for many years. I love San Diego! I love the relaxed vibe, the fun social scene, and the ability to be…
Vanessa Uteau – Restaurant Owner Pazza Market & Cucina
Vanessa Uteau was born and raised in France. She spent all of her childhood and formative years immersed in the hotel and restaurant world. She took her passion from her grand-father who was a…
Diane Aceves
As a dedicated mother, grandmother, and philanthropist, I have devoted my life to both personal and professional empowerment. I lead a team of experts in bankruptcy, loss mitigation, foreclosure, and modifications, ensuring that individuals…
Karen Fernandez – Author
Karen Fernandez has lived in North County, Carlsbad for over 25 years. She has taught locally in the Poway Unified School District, Carlsbad Unified School District and Encinitas Unified School District. She was involved in…
Roy Kerckhoffs – Artist & Photographer
I was born and raised in the south of the Netherlands. Even though I wanted to go to art school, I went for an engineering/science career. When I was a PhD student at the…
TJ Harris – Joueur Confidence Foundation
TJ Harris is the visionary leader and CEO of Jouéur Inc., a dedicated leader committed to generational change through transformative leadership and confidence building. With a passion for empowering underrepresented young adults, TJ strategically…
Derith Mason and Patrick Higgins – Artistic Florals
We are partners in crime in love and life; married for 23 years and in business together since 2015. About Derith Mason and Patrick Higgins Q: Please tell us a little…
Ken Druck, Ph.D. – Public Speaker/Author/Druck Enterprises Inc.
Recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Contribution to Psychology and Visionary Leadership awards, Dr. Ken Druck has inspired and guided audiences, readers, coaching/consulting clients, and the general public for over 40 years. His books, Courageous…