OUR TEAM
Leadership Team
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Michael Baker
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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Taylor Swan
CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
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Christianne Rojo
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
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Mercedes Fernandez
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
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Reina Desales
ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
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Alexa Hur
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EVENTS
Carpinteria Unit
Club Directors
Goleta Unit
SANTA BARBARA AREA DIRECTOR
ASSISTANT CLUB DIRECTOR - WESTSIDE
CLUB DIRECTOR
ASSISTANT CLUB DIRECTOR
CAMP DIRECTOR
Buellton/Solvang Unit
CLUB DIRECTOR
Santa Barbara Units - Downtown & Westside
Lompoc Unit
CLUB DIRECTOR
ASSISTANT CLUB DIRECTOR
CLUB DIRECTOR
Camp Whittier Unit
CAMP ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Board of Directors
Nicholas Behrman, Chairman
Mike Paschke, Vice Chairman
Janyce Creery, Secretary
Travis Ortega, Treasurer
Marcos Alvaro
Eric Beecher
Jim Crook
Louise Cruz
Sara Dearman
Carol Del Ciello
David Edelman
Andrea Keefer
Mike Lopez
Peter Muzinich
Jeff Omdahl
Eloy Ortega
John Petote
Javier Quezada
Rich Ridgway
David Shea
Jim Turner
Tony Vallejo
Brandon Vallin
Advisory Board of Directors
Ed Birch
Sheriff Bill Brown
Virgil Elings
Jeff Henley
Judith Hopkinson
Palmer Jackson Jr.
Robert Lieff
Peter MacDougall
Angel Martinez
Dana Newquist
Tom Parker
Howard Rochestie
Jay Smith
Gary St. Denis
Anne Towbes
Monte Wilson
Employee of The Month
Mercedes Fernandez
For the Employee of the Month award, we celebrate a dedicated individual who has consistently gone above and beyond, showcasing exceptional commitment, teamwork, and a passion for excellence. Their positive attitude, outstanding work ethic, and exemplary performance make them a true asset to our team.
Board Member of The Year
Michael Paschke
We are thrilled to announce and honor Michael Paschke as the Board Member of the Year for the United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County. Michael has demonstrated an unparalleled dedication to our mission, tirelessly contributing their time, expertise, and passion to drive positive change in the lives of the youth we serve. Their leadership, strategic vision and unwavering commitment make them a standout member of our board.
