Fresno Covenant Foundation Board - 2006

 

Board of Directors  
Eric Johnson, Chairman
Executive Director
AT&T External Affairs
Luis Santana, MSW,    Executive Director
Fresno Covenant Foundation
Olga Balderama, Vice Chair
Attorney
Baker, Manock & Jensen
Sue Heth,
Program Director
Terronez Middle School, FUSD
Emil Milevoj, Secretary
Director of University Business Center
Craig School of Business, CSUF
Mouaber Mouanoutoua
Teacher
Washington Academic Middle School
Jonathan Cook, CPA, Treasurer
Corporate Accounting Manager
Gottschalks Corporate Office
Chris Ortiz, RN, PhD
Nursing Program Faculty
CSUF
Gordon Bowman
Electrical Engineer, Retired
PG&E
 
Charles Freeman, RN
Nursing Program Instructor
Fresno City College
 

 

Administrative Staff
Luis Santana, Executive Director
E-Mail: lsantanafcf@sbcglobal.net

Luis Santana has a Masters degree in Social Work and extensive experience in community organizing, counseling, outreach and recruitment, and professional development. He has also worked as a missionary coordinating street outreach and mental health counseling efforts in South America. As of 1999, Luis has assumed the position of Executive Director of the Fresno Covenant Foundation (FCF), overseeing programming geared to improve student achievement, including development and replication of after school literacy programs throughout Fresno and parent education and involvement programs. Luis currently serves as Chairman of the Local Childcare Planning Council, has served Board for the United Way of Fresno County, serves on the  Preschool Leadership Council of the League of Women Voters of Fresno, is Chairman of New Life Urban Strategies, belongs to The Central Valley Latino Rotary Club and is a member of the East Fresno Kiwanis Club.

Matilda Soria, Program Director
E-Mail: msoriafcf@sbcglobal.net

Matilda Soria has been working at the Fresno Covenant Foundation (FCF) since 2001; she began as a volunteer before leaving Fresno to pursue a graduate degree. Matilda has earned a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology and a Minor degree in Ethnic Studies from California State University, Fresno. She has also earned a Masters degree in Human Development and Psychology, with a specialization in Risk and Prevention from Harvard University. She has extensive experience conducting scientific and behavioral research among ethnic and at-risk populations, as well as in the development and management of educational programs for children and families. She serves on the Family Area Network Board of the California Department of Education and the Advisory Committee of the Fresno Unified School District - Parent Engagement Center. She is also a lifetime member of the Honor Societies of Golden Key and Phi Kappa Phi.

Bob Silveira, Financial Manager
E-Mail: bsilveirafcf@sbcglobal.net
Bob Silveira joined the Fresno Covenant Foundation staff in October 2005 after leaving a career in financial government operations for Fresno County.  Bob earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting from CSU Fresno.  He has extensive experience in Financial Management and joins the Foundation staff as a part-time Financial Manager.
Bob Gipson, Office Manager
E-Mail: bgipsonfcf@sbcglobal.net

Bob Gipson joined the Fresno Covenant Foundation staff in November 2005 after leaving a career in banking and finance to pursue philanthropic interests. Bob earned a B.A. degree in Management and Organizational Development from Fresno Pacific College and is committed to enhancing management’s effectiveness and promoting the programs of the Foundation. Bob is a lifelong resident of Fresno, enjoys sailing and, along with his wife, spending time with their grandchildren and traveling.

Juan Ibarra, Research Coordinator                                                                                                          Email: jibarrafcf@sbcglobal.net
Juan Ibarra joined FCF in May 2006 as Research Coordinator. He has attended California State University, Fresno and has a Bachelors Degree in Psychology. He is currently completing his Masters Degree in Social Work with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (P.P.S.C) with three Advanced Specializations that include, School Social Work, Counseling, and Child Welfare and Attendance. Juan has also been involved in multiple research teams while attending Fresno State, including the Mexican-American Prevalence Services Survey (M.A.P.S.S.).
Kao Saetern, Book Keeper
E-Mail: ksaeternfcf@sbcglobal.net

Kao Saetern graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration. He joined Fresno Covenant Foundation upon graduation working as the FCF book keeper.

Jennifer Brietigam, Community Connection Coordinator
E-Mail: jbrietigamfcf@sbcglobal.net

Jenny became a part of the FCF’s administrative staff in June of 2004. She volunteered with FCF for 5 years before being hired as the Community Connection Coordinator. Jenny has lived in Fresno her entire life, attended local schools and graduated from Fresno State with her BA in Communication. She is currently a member of the Fresno County Women's Chamber of Commerce, and Fresno Women's Network.

 


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