2025–2026 Alumni Council Founders
Kate Spates – 2006
Amir Afsar – 2010
Amy Blaisdell – 2010
Cindy Burreson – 2010
Deborah Tryon – 2014
Steve Sanchez – 2015
Sean Webb – 2016
Ann Kerian Fish – 2022
Lorraine Garcia – 2022
Erin Hyland – 2022
Gina Baker – 2023
Gerry Neighbors – 2023
Stacie Hedges – 2024
Joe Spinelli – 2024
Drew Gershenson – 2025
2025–2026 Alumni Council
Meegan Villa – 2011
Emily Cheley – 2015
Abby Miller – 2017
Kristin Hermann – 2019
Ryan Hunt – 2024
Massey Pitts – 2025
Eileen Lynch – 2025
Kelly Tweedie – 2025
(as of September 2025)
Why Join
If Leadership Coachella Valley has inspired you or broadened your perspective, consider joining the Alumni Council.
This is your opportunity to support the next generation of leaders while helping strengthen the program for years to come.
For $300 annually (plus applicable taxes/fees), your contribution directly funds class programming, provides scholarships,
and supports alumni engagement — keeping you connected to the LCV community and its ongoing impact.
2025–2026 Alumni Council Benefits
- Name and class year listed on all Class of 2026 session agendas
- Name and class year featured on the Alumni Council page of our website
- Access to all Leadership Coachella Valley Mixers during the program year with complimentary admission or exclusive Alumni Council pricing
- Complimentary ticket to the Class of 2026 Welcome Reception
- One (1) complimentary ticket to one (1) Speaker Series event in 2025–2026 (pending availability)
- A front-row seat in ushering in a new wave of local leaders
Join Now! Pay via PayPal by clicking here, or email us at info@leadershipcv.org to request an invoice.
2025–2026 Alumni Council Founders
For those who want to make an even bigger impact during Leadership Coachella Valley’s 25th year, we’re introducing the Alumni Council Founders option.
At the $500 level, Founders enjoy all Alumni Council benefits plus elevated recognition throughout the program year.
It’s a way to stand out as a cornerstone supporter of Leadership Coachella Valley — and to leave your mark on this milestone season.
- All Alumni Council benefits listed above
- Distinct recognition as a Founder on all Class of 2026 session agendas
- Spotlight placement on the Alumni Council webpage
- Recognition at alumni mixers and signature events throughout the year
- The satisfaction of knowing your support helps expand scholarships and opportunities for the next generation of leaders
Join Now! Pay via PayPal by clicking here, or email us at info@leadershipcv.org to request an invoice.
*Individual donors only. For corporate or company sponsorship opportunities, please email
info@leadershipcv.org.
Leadership Coachella Valley is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization | EIN: 33-0914378
All donations are tax-deductible.