Board of Directors
Valley Vision's all-volunteer board of directors is composed of leaders from the Sacramento region's outstanding public, private and nonprofit entities, united in advancing community inspired solutions.
Kelly Brenk Senior Director of Community Health Sutter Health
George Claire Founder/Principal AVINIA Consulting Group“Valley Vision’s greatest strength is its ability to tackle wicked problems within the region by striking a wonderful balance between empathy and data science.”
John Costa Senior Manager of Government Relations & Local Public Affairs Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)“John’s long history of engagement with government and nonprofits as well as his commitment to healthy and sustainable communities will help Valley Vision support clean and sustainable communities for our region.”
Linda Beech Cutler Founder & CxO LBC Strategy, LLC & CxOREAs a long-term member of the Valley Vision Board, it has been exciting to see how the organization has assumed a leadership role by demonstrating the power of convening disparate interests across myriad issues to advance the livability and influence of our region.
Jeff Dorso Senior Vice President & General Counsel Sacramento KingsJeff’s leadership in shaping development in Sacramento as well as his action-oriented mindset will help push Valley Vision towards effective and responsive action that supports the prosperity of our region.
Willy Duncan Superintendent/President Sierra College“Valley Vision has taken the lead in the community on many of the toughest problems that we face.”
Dr. Dawnté Early President & CEO United Way California Capital Region“Livability means creating communities where people can lead fulfilling lives, with access to essential services, a sense of safety, a clean environment, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, regardless of their background or circumstances. It involves ensuring inclusivity and equal access to services like housing, education, healthcare, transportation, and more. By fostering a culture of collaboration and collective impact, Valley Vision helps to create a region that is not only livable in the present, but also prepared for the future.”
Steven Foster President & CEO Mercy General Hospital“As a hospital leader, I see every day how the health of our communities is deeply tied to livability—access to care, safe environments, and the opportunity to thrive. Livability is more than a goal; it’s the shared success of the entire community. I’m proud to support Valley Vision’s mission of bringing together diverse partners to define what that success looks like and to build a path forward—together. When we collaborate across sectors, we create healthier, stronger, and more equitable communities for all.”
Chet Hewitt President & CEO Sierra Health FoundationChet Hewitt has been a long-standing Valley Vision board member whose career focus on health disparities, health equity, and the healthy development and well-being of vulnerable youth has inspired much of Valley Vision’s work around regional health needs assessments and equity strategies.
Brian King Chancellor Los Rios Community College DistrictBrian King serves as Valley Vision’s 2021 board chair and has been a consummate champion for educational attainment, skills development and workforce preparation across the Sacramento region.
