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.
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.”
Clay Nutting Owner & Operator Canon Restaurant“My vision is for Sacramento to be a community that supports independent businesses, local artists, and entrepreneurs through policy, intention, and resources.”
Meghan Phillips CEO Honey“Valley Vison’s strength comes from the thought leaders behind the organization: its leadership, board, staff, partners, clients and ambassadors.”
Lydia Ramirez Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer Five Star Bank
Randall Sater President StoneBridge Properties“Valley Vision has provided significant leadership in the areas of food and agriculture, health and wellness, education and workforce development.”
Michelle Skinner Chief Growth Officer VSP“When we focus on livability in our communities, we’re helping provide equal access to the products, services, and safe settings everyone needs to thrive. I’m passionate about Valley Vision’s mission of bringing together the resources and expertise needed to help those in our region reach their highest potential every day.”
Kevin Smith Interim SVP/Area Manager Kaiser Permanente Roseville“It is amazing how much can be accomplished if no one cares who gets the credit.” – John Wooden
Erica Taylor Vice President, Communications and Community Relations Golden 1 Credit UnionErica Taylor is an active civic leader supporting a wide array of community improvement initiatives across the region, her Board role supports Valley Vision’s leadership to advance prosperity, equity, and sustainability.
Taylor Toledo Principal/Founder Toledo ConsultingTo me, livability is the shared success of the community. That’s why Valley Vision is so important: we convene diverse groups to create a shared definition of success we can move toward, together.
Louise Walker President & CEO First Northern Bank“If it weren’t for Valley Vision, our region would be going in different directions, and we wouldn’t be the best we could be.”
Kerry Wood CEO Sacramento Region Community Foundation“To me, livability in our region means that everyone has the opportunity to not only survive, but to thrive. A “livable” community is one where people can create fulfilling lives, feel safe and supported, earn a good living, be surrounded by beauty, arts, and culture, and have, at minimum, their basic needs met. Valley Vision makes the region more livable by addressing the tough issues that cause barriers to livability and creating solutions toward a healthier, more vibrant region.”