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Susan Bogosian Vice President, Manager Wells Susan Bogosian is a Vice President and Branch Manager for Wells Fargo Bank, where she is responsible for the coaching and development of a diverse Sales Staff & Service Team as well as business acquisition and retention. Originally, upon graduating from high school, Susan pursued a career in the fashion industry, attending the San Francisco School of Fashion Design. Susan began her banking career as a teller in a small community bank, holding a variety of positions, including Commercial Loans Officer, Operations Manager and Branch Manager. Susan Joined the Junior Achievement of Bakersfield Board in 2005, after three years as a JA Classroom Volunteer. “My manager encouraged me to participate in the high school program for seniors-which I thoroughly enjoyed. I believe there is a crucial need for all of our children to learn and know about financial responsibility, JA is a community platform that allows me to help them.” Susan moved to Bakersfield in 1976 to start her family. She has two grown children, one living in San Francisco and one in Bakersfield. Susan has a grandchild, which she describes as “they joy of my life!” General Manager Univision Rachel Franco Senior Group Leader Target Rachel Franco is the Senior Group Leader for the Warehouse Department at the
Bill Froning Vice President, Finance Bright House Networks Bill Froning has been a resident of Bakersfield since 2004, when he joined Bright House Networks as Vice President of Finance. In this capacity he has responsibility for Accounting, Financial Planning, Billing Systems, Purchasing, and Warehouse operations. He has been in the telecommunications industry since 1981. A native of Oakland, CA, he spent most of his career in the San Francisco Bay Area before moving to Bakersfield. He also spent two years working in the Seattle, WA area. Bill obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and his MBA from California State University East Bay. Bill has two sons and his community involvement activities have included Junior Achievement, leadership programs with high school students, and coaching Little League baseball and basketball. Dr. Lynne P. Hall Past Board Chair Retired
Gabriela Mello Community Relations Officer Citibank Gabriela Mello was born in Gabriela started her carrier in Banking in 1991 with Wells Fargo Bank where she worked her way up to the position of Branch Manager. She joined Citibank in 2003 and currently holds the position of Community Relations Officer for the Silicon and Central Valley Regions. Gabriela currently holds a board position with Arte Americas and the Fresno Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Gabriela has been married to Jose Mello, Jr. for twelve years. They reside in Bakersfield and have two daughters, Megan and Mariah who are their pride and joy.
Emma Scarry Senior Vice President Bank of
Jeremy Scheidle Agent State Farm Insurance
Pam Sisco Operations Manager State Farm Insurance Pam began her career with State Farm Insurance in 1971 in Jacksonville, FL. During her tenure, she has held various support, underwriting and management positions. She has relocated to Frederick, MD; Bloomington, IL; Charlottesville, VA; and Bakersfield, CA (in 1999) during her 36 years with the company. Pam is the Commercial Fire Manager for California and has operation centers in Bakersfield and Rohnert Park. She received her bachelors' degree from the University of North Florida as well as the following insurance designations: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters; Chartered Life Underwriter; and Chartered Financial Consultant. Pam also serves on the board of the Bakersfield Homeless Center. She is married to her husband, Mike, who retired in 2006 from State Farm Insurance. Kathy Ware Regional Manager, First Vice President WAMU
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