Board of Directors

Meet the passionate individuals that make up our Board of Directors. Together they guide our nonprofit with dedication and diverse expertise to make a meaningful impact in our community and beyond.

Juan Avila

Chair

Chief Operating Officer

Garden Pathways

Oscar Luna

Secretary

Assistant Superintendent

Wasco Union High School

Frank Ramirez

Treasurer

Director of Special Programs

Bakersfield College

Blanca Cavazos

Board Member

Partner

Leadership Associates

Marilyn Maldonado

Board Member

Marketing & Community Development Specialist

Tri-Counties Bank

Erick Arias

Board Member

 President & CEO

United Way of Central Eastern California

Daisy Torrez

Board Member

Member Engagement Supervisor

Kern Family Health Care

Alfred Valenzuela

Board Member

Owner

Executive Copier Solutions

Rebeca Gonzalez

Board Member

Civil Litigation and Immigration Law

Attorney at Law APC

Reann Richardi

Board Member

Daniells Phillips Vaughan & Bock CPAs & Advisors

- Partner