Greater Corona Valley Chamber Officers of the Corporation
Chairman of the Board
Doug Smith
Smith Mitchellweiler, LLP
(951) 509-1355
dsmith@smitlaw.com
Douglas C. Smith is the managing partner at Smith Mitchellweiler, LLP. He has extensive experience in both state and federal court, and has won over 95% of his jury trials. His emphasis is on business litigation, civil rights, medical malpractice and healthcare, labor and employment law, personal injury and military law, and his firm also counsels clients in many operational and management areas, as well as providing representation in the area of contracts and transactional law, estate planning and probate matters. He is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. and currently serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the California Air National Guard with the 163rd Reconnaissance Wing, where he is the Staff Judge Advocate of the wing's legal office.
Chairman-Elect
Wendel Tucker, Ph.D.
W Tucker Consulting
(951) 538-0443
wwtconsults@hotmail.com
Wendel Tucker, Ph.D. is a former Superintendent of the Alvord Unified School District, retiring in 2011. He also served the Alvord School District as the principal of Arizona Intermediate School, the principal of Villegas Middle School and Assistant Superintendent for Operational Support Services. Prior to coming to Alvord, Dr. Tucker served as an administrator in the Seventh-Day Adventist School system. He also teaches at the college level and is involved in a variety of community activities. Dr. Tucker earned Bachelors and Masters Degree in History from Pacific Union College and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He consults for school districts throughout the west. He enjoys golfing, reading, traveling and collecting corkscrews and antique bottles.
First Vice Chairman
Jerry Wilson
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
(951) 817-2000
jerry.e.wilson@wellsfargo.com
Jerry Wilson is a Home Mortgage Consultant for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Prior to entering Mortgage Banking, he spent over 30 years working for a major retail electronics company in the capacity of District Sales Manager. He has received numerous awards throughout the years, including Rookie of the Quarter in 2007 and Ambassador of the Year in 2008. Jerry has been involved in the Chamber for years, serving as the Chairman of Corona Networking Solutions (2010), the Ambassadors (2009-2011), Membership Development (2011), while working on the Magic of Monte Carlo committee (2007-2010). Jerry serves on the Recreation and Affordable House Committees for TIGAR (Board of Realtors) and Board of Directors for CRMC Hospice Auxiliary. In his spare time he likes to play golf and spend time with his grandchild.
Treasurer / Finance Chair
Dean Seif
Allstar Collision, Inc.
(951) 279-9161
deanseif@yahoo.com
Dean Seif is the President and Owner of Allstar Collision, Inc. and the Seif Real Estate Group, Inc. Dean is a firm believer in the Chamber principles. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Chamber Networking Solutions (CN$), and also as a Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. Dean also serves on the Board of the Corona-Norco United Way. Dean's professional experience includes over 25 years in aerospace and hi-tech industries, where he held positions as a flight engineer on Boeing 727 and Airbus A-300, senior quality engineer, and director of quality and manufacturing. Dean was an adjunct professor at Cal State LA University, DeVry University and Riverside Community College, where he taught engineering topics and statistics. Dean has a B.S. degree in aerospace engineering and a master’s degree in technology management. Dean was also the recipient of the Chamber's "Award of Excellence in Service" in 2010. Dean and his wife Shannon have three grown children.
Finance Vice Chair
Steve Jeffrey
Eagle Glen Golf Club
(951) 278-2842
sjeffrey@eagleglengc.com
Steve Jeffrey is the General Manager of Eagle Glen Golf Club and has been in the golf and entertainment business for seven years. He recently moved to the Corona area to be more active in the community and to partner with such outstanding groups like Teen Challenge and Prevent Child Abuse. While living in South Orange County, Steve served on the Board of Directors for the Rancho Niguel Little League for over nine years, including three years as their President. During that tenure, he was a Regional Manager for 22 years with three major big box retailers, and possesses a great knowledge and passion for retailing and customer service. Steve has two children, ages 27 and 18. He has an extensive collection of original art and designs, and builds his own furniture in his spare time.
Immediate Past Chairman
Chris Miller
Thomas Miller Mortuary
(951) 737-3244
chris@thomasmillermortuary.com
Chris Miller is a second generation funeral director and owner of Thomas Miller Mortuary in Corona. He began his career in funeral service while growing up in Corona as a teenager, when he took part in the family business. Chris holds degrees in Hotel Restaurant Management and Mortuary Science, and he and his wife Rhonda have two children. He has become involved with numerous organizations throughout his community, including The Foundation for Community and Family Health (where he currently serves on the Executive Board), Circle City Rotary Club, The Unforgettables Foundation, and the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. In his spare time, Chris loves to cook, collect vintage wine and spend time with his family.
President/CEO/Corporate Secretary
Bobby Spiegel
Corona Chamber of Commerce
(951) 737-3350
bobby@MyChamber.org
Board of Directors
Kent Bechler, Ph.D
Superintendent, Corona Norco Unified School District
(951) 736-5000
kbechler@cnusd.k12.ca.us
Debbie DiThomas Ed.D
Interim President, Norco College
(951) 372-7015
debbie.dithomas@norcocollege.edu
Donald E. Garling, Sr.
Lifetime Fence Supply
(951) 735-1566
lucasdgar@aol.com
Don Garling, Sr. has lived in Corona for 20 years. He and his wife Sally own Lucas Enterprise, Inc., a company that distributes Vinyl and Composite fencing throughout Southern California. Don retired after a 30-year career in school administration and some early years as a police officer. He has four grown children and four grandchildren, Cristian, Cody, Mikayla and Kendall. He is also a Board member of the Circle City Rotary Club, President of the Eagle Glen Homeowners Association, a member of Crossroads Christian Church and a participant in the 2011 Leadership Corona class. He has received numerous awards throughout the years, including most recently the Award of Excellence in Retail from the Chamber.
Aaron Hake
Riverside County Transportation Commission
(951) 787-7141
ahake@rctc.org
Aaron is a 24-year resident of Corona who is passionate about making his hometown a better place to live and do business. Aaron is Riverside County’s lead advocate in fighting for transportation dollars from Washington and Sacramento (including the 91 and 15 freeways through Corona). Aaron holds a Masters of Public Administration from USC and Bachelors degrees in Political Science and Philosophy from American University. An active community volunteer, Aaron is a member of the Corona Rotary Club, City of Corona Planning Commission, United Way, and is President of the Pick Group (Young Professionals of Riverside). Aaron’s focus is ensuring that Corona has a sustainable long-term economic vision and that our business community is prepared for the next generation’s workforce. He is married to his high school love, Lauralynn, and when he’s not working or volunteering, Aaron enjoys running, kayaking, yoga, and catching a Ducks or Angels game.
Sandy Klein
Re/Max All Stars Realty
(951) 739-4004
lvrlst82@aol.com
Sandy Klein has been a realtor in the Inland Empire for 23 years, 19 of which are with Re/Max All Stars Realty. Prior to real estate, she had a successful career with the federal government. Sandy's strong belief in service to the community has inspired her to be on the Board of Directors and past president for Circle City Rotary, the Corona Police Community Partnership and the American Cancer Society Community Council for Corona/Norco. She has also served on the board for several other organizations. She has earned the Distinguished Citizen Award for both the Boy Scouts and Corona/Norco YMCA, and more recently received an award from Soroptimist International.
Therese Marquez
Proforma Gold Star Promotions
(951) 741-0400
therese.marquez@proforma.com
Kevan Metcalfe
Corona Regional Medical Center
(951) 737-4343
kevan.metcalfe@uhsinc.com
Mark Neely
Altek Media Group
(951) 781-8624
mark@windyplumfarms.com
Brian Olson
Browning Dodge - Norco
(888) 50-DODGE
olsonbrian40@yahoo.com
June Pae
Team Spirit Realty
(951) 736-0404
junemopae@gmail.com
Mark Peabody
Peabody Engineering
(951) 734-7711
mark@etanks.com
Kerry Pendergast
Premier Service Bank
(951) 274-2400
Kerry Pendergast is a Riverside native and has been in community banking since 1970. Hired as one of the first trainees for Riverside National Bank (now City National), he has been a banker in the local community for 40 years. Mr. Pendergast was one of the founding organizers of Premier Service Bank and has been the bank's President and Chief Executive Officer since its incorporation in December 2000. Mr. Pendergast is involved in numerous community organizations, including: Riverside County Regional Medical Center Foundation, Riverside Community College District Foundation, Riverside Medical Clinic Foundation, and served as Chairman of the Board for the Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce in 2010.
Lea Petersen
The Gas Company
(909) 335-7631
lpetersen@semprautilities.com
Ann Poloko
Financial Investors Group
(888) 999-6544
Ann is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) whose clientele includes individuals, businesses and non-profit organizations that rely on her skills and experience. She understands the needs of her clients and has dedicated her career to furnishing clients with the specialized financial services they need. She is actively involved in the Chamber's Board of Directors, Legislative Action Committee, and Circle City Rotary. Ann is also a strong supporter of many community organizations. Away from work, Ann enjoys spending time reading, traveling with her family and their seven-year-old Lab, Lucy Ann, who joins them in their favorite pastime of RV travel.
Mike Quraishi
Aladdin Cleaning Services, Inc.
(951) 272-2068
aladdincleaning@hotmail.com
Atisthan Roach
Vulcan Materials Company
(323) 474-3208
roacha@vmcmail.com
Biren Shukla
Forum Info-Tech, Inc.
(951) 256-4070
Biren Shukla is a native of India and is the President/CEO of Forum Info-Tech, Inc., an IT solutions company. Since moving to Corona in 2005, he has increased his staff by 20% each year and become a leading provider of IT, Web and EMR solutions to small and medium businesses throughout southern California. In 2009, Forum Info-Tech received the award for Excellence in Service from the Corona Chamber. That same year, Biren received recognition as the emerging company with the most potential at the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards. Biren is also on the Board of the Rotary Club of Corona and leads the RYLA and Interact Clubs. He resides in Corona with his wife and daughter.
Sandy Staudinger
Corona Rose Flowers & Gifts
(951) 737-7270
coronaroseflowers@gmial.com
Blake Usilton
Philly's Best
(951) 520-1818
cheesesteakofsc@sbcglobal.net
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