Archive for May 2022
Edith Campa
As a Ventura County native, I was surprised at the number of new things I learned about our community through Ventura County Leadership Academy. This intense nine-month program allowed me to hear from distinct leaders from a variety of industries, and better prepared me to come together with my fellow cohort to solve issues facing…
Read MoreStuart Orlinsky
My journey with Ventura County Leadership Academy has been one of the best experiences in my professional career. VCLA has given me a breadth of knowledge about Ventura County that I had not known in my 37 years of living here. The most meaningful part of the program however, has been the connections I have made…
Read MorePJ Gagajena
As a new resident and employee to Moorpark and Ventura County, VCLA opened my eyes to the various challenges and opportunities facing our region. The program connected me with key stakeholders and passionate individuals committed to improving people’s lives, serving their communities, exchanging ideas, and supporting each other’s work. I am very honored, deeply touched,…
Read MoreMarcelo Bermudez
VCLA Alumni Marcelo Bermudez turned his cohort reflection into a recruitment video! Check it out at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDjPXhWYP6U Marcelo Bermudez (Cohort XXVII), Chief Executive Officer, Shōkunin, Inc.
Read MoreJenn Harkey
“If you’re looking for an opportunity to learn from local leaders and grow in your professional development, then Ventura County Leadership Academy is the perfect choice! VCLA offers a truly diverse learning experience where we hear about critical issues in our own community, such as water sustainability to support agriculture and the affordable housing crisis.…
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