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
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.
Paul Lau CEO & General Manager SMUD“Recognizing we’re better together, Valley Vision uses data, collaboration and an inclusive approach to bring community leaders, agencies and organizations together to help solve our region’s most urgent challenges.”
Gina Lujan Armstrong CEO aka The Hunter & Gatherer Hacker Lab“Valley Vision is not afraid of being uncomfortable. To create change, we need to have uncomfortable conversations to find the truth and be equitable.”
Gary May Chancellor University of California, Davis“I see the Sacramento region becoming a role model for the nation, where higher education can help lead the way in generating innovation and job creation in our industries and diverse communities.”
Michael Marion, Jr. Director, Partner Eligibility & Oversight Services U.S. Department of Education | Federal Student Aid“If it weren’t for Valley Vision, there would be many gaps in major conversations concerning our region.”