Hoss Alamir is a Partner at Alamir CPA & Associates, Inc., a California-based firm providing accounting, tax, and CFO services to small and midsize businesses across various industries, including entertainment, manufacturing, and professional services. After graduating with honors from California State University, Los Angeles, he began his career a…

Victor Huynh is the CEO and Head of Digital Strategy at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Born in San Diego, California, to an immigrant family, Victor embodies the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him from a young age. He holds a background in graphic design, which propelled him into a marketing manager role e…

Victor Huynh is the CEO and Head of Digital Strategy at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Born in San Diego, California, to an immigrant family, Victor embodies the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him from a young age. He holds a background in graphic design, which propelled him into a marketing manager role e…

Trisha Murakawa is the Principal and Chief Problem Solver at Murakawa Communications, a strategic communications and public affairs firm. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in public outreach and community engagement for environmental and infrastructure projects, earning accolades such as the Mike Watanabe Leadership Award. In 2020, …

​Rocky Castro is the Owner and CEO of Golden State Grating (GSG) Inc., a family-owned business specializing in the manufacturing and fabrication of steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and fiberglass gratings. Under his leadership, GSG has expanded its product line to include expanded/perforated metal, wire mesh, and safety grating, serving clients ac…

Victor Huynh is the CEO and Head of Digital Strategy at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Born in San Diego, California, to an immigrant family, Victor embodies the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him from a young age. He holds a background in graphic design, which propelled him into a marketing manager role e…

Victor Huynh is the CEO and Head of Digital Strategy at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Born in San Diego, California, to an immigrant family, Victor embodies the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him from a young age. He holds a background in graphic design, which propelled him into a marketing manager role e…

Mary-Joy Coburn is the Director of Communications at the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS), a public pension fund that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to employees of Orange County and participating agencies. In January 2025, she was honored with the Public Pension Communicator of the Year – Rising Star award …

Diane Mentzer is the Founder, Business Operations Advisor, and COO Coach at Diane Integrates, LLC, a consulting firm that helps businesses create structure, scale effectively, and enhance operations. With over two decades of experience as a second-in-command, she specializes in role definition, delegation strategies, and leadership alignment to imp…

Dr. Jeremy Weisz is the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that helps B2B business owners connect with their ideal prospects, referral partners, and strategic partners through a done-for-you podcast service. He has been involved in podcasting for over a decade and was a senior producer for one of the early business podcasts; he assisted in putting all…

Kelli Farmer is a Sustainable Materials Management Professional at SCS Engineers, a company specializing in environmental consulting and engineering solutions. She focuses on zero waste planning, edible food recovery programs, and compliance with California’s Senate Bill 1383, which mandates organic waste recycling. Kelli works closely with cities …

Dylan Feik is the City Manager for the City of Monrovia, a community in Southern California. Appointed in October 2019, Dylan has extensive experience in local government, including budget and finance, labor negotiations, public works operations, and managing capital improvement projects. Prior to his role in Monrovia, Dylan served as City Manager …

Lynette Williams is the Head Instructor for Digital Marketing at Podium Education, a platform that builds the world’s leading experiential learning programs to supercharge undergraduate degrees. With over a decade of experience in digital marketing, Lynette specializes in SEO, audience engagement, and brand storytelling. In her role at Podium, she …

Oceanna Lenon is a Communications Coordinator at the ACE Mentor Program of America, a nonprofit organization that mentors high school students pursuing careers in architecture, construction, and engineering. As an ACE alumni, Oceanna has enhanced the organization's outreach by contributing to a project that garnered a $1.2 million economic impact f…

Jacky Dilfer is the Executive Director of Business Finance Capital (BFC), a Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified Development Company (CDC) specializing in the SBA 504 loan program. In her role, she oversees the CDC’s governance and operations, including re-establishing its position in the marketplace and enhancing its economic development …

Steffanie Rodriguez is a Project Manager at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. She is a certified project management professional (PMP) who excels at leading teams, overcoming challenges, and executing projects efficiently. Steffanie is passionate about collaboration, building strong relationships, continuously lea…

Felicity Porter is a Marketing Analyst at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Starting as an intern, Felicity has quickly climbed the ranks within the company due to her adaptability and problem-solving prowess. She holds a marketing degree from Cal Poly Pomona, where she participated in extracurricular activities l…

Jennifer McPherson is the President of Chickenango Marketing Solutions. The company specializes in public outreach and marketing for government agencies, and branding, design, and proposal writing for the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) sector. Jennifer started her company at age 46 after gaining 27 years of experience in the AEC …

Josh McIntire is the President and Co-founder of McIntire Kingstone, the private equity division under McIntire Real Estate Inc. It’s a full-service real estate firm based in Arcadia, California, specializing in both commercial and residential real estate, investment management, and quantitative analysis. Under his leadership, the company has manag…

Celia Hoag is a Digital Experience Strategist at Merkle, a company specializing in creating personalized digital experiences across various industries. Celia is known for her innovative marketing solutions, driven by her passion for understanding human behavior and storytelling, and she has co-authored articles on mobile application strategy. Her e…

Steffanie Rodriguez is a Project Manager at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. She is a certified project management professional (PMP) who excels at leading teams, overcoming challenges, and executing projects efficiently. Steffanie is passionate about collaboration, building strong relationships, continuously lea…

Nikita Luhar is a recent graduate of Cal Poly Pomona with a degree in marketing management. She has gained valuable hands-on experience through internships at DeWinter Group and Vine Cliff Winery, where she developed expertise in social media strategy, branding, and campaign creation. With a strong passion for creative problem-solving and digital m…

Virginia To is the Acquisition Marketing Manager at Warner Bros. Discovery, a global media company known for its entertainment networks and streaming services. With over a decade of experience in marketing, Virginia has led efforts to grow the Max streaming platform. In addition to her corporate role, she is an entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO …

Felicity Porter is a Marketing Analyst at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Starting as an intern, Felicity has quickly climbed the ranks within the company due to her adaptability and problem-solving prowess. She holds a marketing degree from Cal Poly Pomona, where she participated in extracurricular activities l…

Augustin Leung is the Owner and President of Brooks Street Consulting, a go-to-market product company. As a veteran of the transportation industry, he began his career in the automotive aftermarket sector before working in high-tech manufacturing, supporting clients like Thomas Built Buses and Ferrari. With more than a decade of experience in vehic…

Maggie So is the Founder of Glasshopper Services Inc., which provides accounting, back office, and operations support for start-ups and growing companies. With over seven years of experience, she has become a leader in streamlining operations and aiding strategic decision-making. Blending her passion for psychology and business, Maggie also thrives…

Andrew Chou is the Founder and Managing Partner at Wealthify Partners, which focuses on identifying and utilizing the latest technology in financial planning to help their clients plan, grow, and preserve their wealth. Andrew began his career as a financial planner in San Francisco before climbing the corporate ladder at Fidelity Investments and TD…

Emily Au is the Co-founder and the Marketing Director of Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. The agency was originally founded as a graphic design partnership by Emily and Victor Huynh while they were in college and has since evolved into a full-service provider. Emily graduated in 2003 and immediately transitioned …

Victor Huynh is the CEO and Head of Digital Strategy at Ready Artwork, a digital marketing agency dedicated to B2B services. Born in San Diego, California, to an immigrant family, Victor embodies the entrepreneurial spirit instilled in him from a young age. He holds a background in graphic design, which propelled him into a marketing manager role e…