In partnership with California Counties Human Resources (CCHR), CSAC Insitute honored 26 dedicated leaders from 17 counties during the CCHR Fall Conference in San Diego on August 28.
This milestone program was designed specifically for current and emerging county HR executives who are navigating today’s most pressing workforce challenges. Over the course of the program, participants completed 50+ hours of advanced professional instruction -including a four-day residency, hands-on elective courses, and opportunities to strengthen leadership networks across California.
Congratulations to each of our graduates for their commitment to professional growth and their dedication to strengthening county HR leadership statewide.
Wendy Brodnick, Placer County
Paula Burkes, Orange County
Laila Cassis, Trinity County
Monica Coryea, Stanislaus County
Jamie Crews, Orange County
Chris Ferbrache, Mariposa County
Lupe Garza, Tulare County
Jeff Griffin, Orange County
Michelle Kuka, San Mateo County
Krissie Leach, Tulare County
Carolyn Leist, Kings County
Kevin Lemieux, Napa County
Danielle Letourneau, Sonoma County
Nicole Lopez, Placer County
Krysta Malonson, Nevada County
Shondi Miller, Riverside County
Jamie Newton, Orange County
Rachel Novetzke, San Joaquin County
Lisa Okada, San Mateo County
Ronak Patel, Riverside County
Andreas Pyper, Monterey County
Pia Rose, Orange County
Steve Rose, Mono County
Jamie Russell, San Luis Obispo County
Vicky Willard, Marin County
Mark Zeltmann, San Luis Obispo County
🔗 Learn more about the HR Executive Institute or apply for the next cohort at Human Resources Executive Credential – CCHR Human Resources Executive Program – California Counties Foundation