The Glendora Chamber of Commerce & along with Welcome you to the 2019 Mendell Thompson Mayor Dr. Geraldine Perri, Ph.D Superintendent/President Dr. Robert Voors, Ed.D Superintendent Dr. Mike Hendricks, Ed.D Superintendent Thursday, January 17, 2019 th Glendora Country Club Thank You To Our Sponsors
2019 State of the City & Schools Luncheon Arrival and Social Welcome & Introductions Lunch Service Begins Presenters Dr. Geraldine Perri Superintendent/President Citrus College Dr. Robert Voors Superintendent Glendora Unified School District Dr. Mike Hendricks Superintendent Charter Oak Unified School District Mendell Thompson Mayor of Glendora Q & A Opportunity Closing Remarks
Mendell Thompson and his wife Reanna are 30-year residents of Glendora. They have two children, Jana and Darren, who both graduated from Glendora High School. Mendell and Reanna are the proud grandparents of four. Mendell is President and CEO of America s Christian Credit Union in Glendora, a position he has held since 1986. He held a variety of positions at the Credit Union before being promoted to President/CEO. Mendell was influential in taking ACCU through a significant charter change in 1993 that opened the door to making church loans. In 2009, under Mendell s visionary leadership, an adoption loan program was established; which has resulted in the funding of over 1,200 adoptions, and counting. Mendell graduated cum laude in 1976 with a bachelor s degree in History/Business from Point Loma Nazarene University, and is also a graduate of both the Western CUNA Management School and Stanford University s Executive Development Program. Currently, he serves as a Trustee and director on the Point Loma Nazarene University Board of Trustees and Foundation Board. Mendell has also served as a director of the NASCUS Credit Union Executive Council, WesCorp FCU, and Chairman of WesCorp s Supervisory Committee. He has been a director of the CU Deposit Network, the Financial Marketing Association, and the Southern California CU Executives Society Council. Mendell and Reanna, deeply rooted in their faith, enjoy their family passion for academics, children, and serving others. Dr. Geraldine M. Perri was appointed as Citrus College s seventh superintendent/president in July 2008. The college is the oldest community college in Los Angeles County and the fifth oldest community college in California. Citrus College serves the San Gabriel Valley communities of Azusa, Claremont, Duarte, Glendora and Monrovia. Over 20,000 students take advantage of the college s more than 50 associate degree programs, 19 transfer degree programs, and the 65 certificate and skill awards offered in career technical programs. Citrus College employs more than 800 individuals, and it has an operating budget of $68.9 million. A community college administrator and faculty member for over 30 years, Dr. Perri previously served as president of Cuyamaca College in Rancho San Diego, California. She also held the position of vice president of instruction at San Diego Mesa College and dean of instruction/career education at Mt. San Jacinto College in Riverside County, California. Dr. Perri began her career as a dental hygiene faculty member and later served as an associate dean of academic affairs at her alma mater, Hostos Community College of the City University of New York (CUNY). Dr. Perri received an associate degree in dental hygiene from Hostos Community College. She has a bachelor s degree in dental health education and a master s degree in health education from New York University (NYU). In addition, Dr. Perri earned a master s degree in organizational development and a doctorate in human and organizational development from the Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara, California. Dr. Perri also completed Harvard University s Institute for Management and Leadership in Education and Cornell University s Community College Administrative Leadership Institute.
Dr. Rob Voors is Superintendent of the Glendora Unified School District and has held many roles in his 36 years in education: from teacher to principal, and director of HR to superintendent. He is in his 8th year as Superintendent of Schools in Glendora USD and is a longtime Glendora resident. He is married to Christie and their three children: Lauren, Craig and Shelly all attended and graduated from Glendora Schools. Dr. Voors received the Association of California School Administrators Region XV Charter Leadership Award in 2008 and is a Three-Time ACSA Region XV Superintendent of the Year nominee. He was named a semi-finalist for 2013 National Superintendent of the Year by the National Association of School Superintendents. He has received the PTA Honorary Service Award and the Children s Advocate Award, and has served on the Scholastic Administrator Editorial Advisory Board, and the Doctoral Program Advisory Commissions for Azusa Pacific University and Brandman/Chapman University. Dr. Hendricks has been the superintendent in Charter Oak USD for the past eight years. Prior to that, he served COUSD as the Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for four years. Working collaboratively with an outstanding Board, administration and staff members, Charter Oak has established many outstanding programs and services for their students which have resulted in many awards and recognitions. This is Dr. Hendricks 39th year in public education. He has held positions as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, director, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. He also is an adjunct profession for Concordia University. He has worked in Baldwin Park, Temple City, South Pasadena, and Pasadena Unified School Districts during his career Dr. Hendricks holds a Doctorate of Education, Educational Policy, Planning and Administration from the University of Southern California; a Master of Arts, Educational Administration from California State University, Fullerton and a Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, K-8 from University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
lendora is nestled at the base of the scenic San Gabriel Mountains, in the eastern portion of Los Angeles County. Located approximately 27 miles from downtown Los Angeles, Glendora offers convenient access to major commercial, cultural, educational and recreational areas in Southern California. Founded in 1887, Glendora was officially incorporated as a City in 1911. The City remained a small citrus-producing community until the late 1950s, when agriculture gave way to large scale residential development. Today, more than 50,000 residents enjoy Glendora s excellent public and private schools, lush parks, comprehensive community services and one of the lowest crime rates in Los Angeles County. Glendora s diversified business community ranges from the downtown Village, where personalized service is provided by several owner-operated retail stores, to corporate headquarters of major U.S. and international firms--including Rain Bird Sprinkler Manufacturing Company and the National Hot Rod Association. Glendora is also one of Southern California s most attractive residential communities, with a variety of homes, from cozy turn-of-the-century cottages to prestigious executive hillside estates. Quality education, both public and private, is yet another shining attribute of the Glendora community. According to 1994-95 State testing results, Glendora High School students scored 30-50 percent higher than State averages in reading, writing and math. In addition, a recent graduate follow-up survey showed that approximately 80 percent of Glendora High School graduates go on to higher education. From tree lined neighborhood streets and quaint downtown Village shops to the modern architecture of the Financial Way business center, Glendora is a haven from the fast pace of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Welcome to Glendora, the Pride of the Foothills.
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Hands-on learning about the exciting programs & opportunities offered in Charter Oak USD When: Monday, March 11, 2019 Time: 5:30pm Snacks / 6:00pm Exhibits Where: COHS Multi-purpose room DISTRICT SHOWCASE Student run exhibit tables highlighting each CO school! Snacks and beverages will be provided. Stop by after the COEF March Madness Championship Game Enter to WIN RAFFLE PRIZES (must be present to win) We Love Being a Part of the Glendora Community At the heart of APU is a desire to be great neighbors and difference makers as we live, learn, and work within the communities we are part of each day. APU graduates continue this mission as they impact lives locally and around the world. apu.edu
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Leading Business Growth Upcoming & Ongoing Events & Services The Glendora Chamber of Commerce has many programs and services that work toward helping businesses in Glendora and the surrounding area thrive. Workshops Starting a Business Yes you can! We ll help January 23, 2019 6:00pm - 8:30pm Do you have an idea for a business, or a hobby that you d like to turn into a business? Perhaps you have a home based business that you d like to expand, or an existing business that could be doing better. SubscriptionReference USA February 20, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm The Glendora Public Library has ReferenceUSA, the premier online research and reference tool for area business & marketing professionals, sales reps, entrepreneurs, etc. Please RSVP for these and other workshops at GlendoraChamberEvents.org Ongoing Events & Services COUNSELING Every 2nd & 4th Thursday at the Chamber Office Set up a time by calling (626) 593-1120 or visit EastSanGabrielValley.Score.org LaVerneSBDC.org Legislative Action & Economic Development Committee Meeting Every 1 st Thursday at 12:00pm at America s Christian Credit Union Monthly Coffee Mixers Monthly Lunch Mixers Evening Mixers Every 1 st Friday of month Every 2 nd Thursday of month Schedule varies Ambassador Committee Meeting Every 1 st Wednesday at 9:30am at the Glendora Chamber 101 Lunch & Learns Quarterly: January, April, July, & October (Please see GlendoraChamberEvents.org for dates and locations) Save the Date 71 st Annual Glendora Citizen of the Year Dinner April 18 th, 2019 116 th Annual Installation & Awards Dinner June 26 th, 2019 10 th Annual Cuisines of the Foothills May 7 th, 2019 32 nd Annual FLASHBACK Classic Car Show August 17 th, 2019 Brought to you by the Glendora Chamber of Commerce. 224 N. Glendora Ave. Glendora, CA 91741 626.963.4128 Glendora-Chamber.org
The Glendora Chamber s mission is to PROMOTE, CONNECT & GROW. We accomplish this by providing tools and resources to assist the business community in prospering and adapting to the economic climate, while growing membership and promoting local purchasing. This mission is clearly demonstrated by the numerous programs and services that the chamber offers, including networking, special events to market businesses, legislative updates and advocacy, educational opportunities, referral programs and many options for creating greater visibility via social marketing and community awareness of our local businesses. The Glendora Chamber is YOU! Glendora Chamber of Commerce 224 N. Glendora Ave. Glendora, CA 91741 (626) 963-4128 Glendora-Chamber org ShopGlendora.org