"True wealth is not measured in money for status or power.
It is measured in the legacy we leave behind for those we love and those we inspire." 
- Cesar E. Chavez

Assemblymember Ricardo Lara Chairman Raised in a blue collar immigrant family in East Los Angeles, Assemblymember Ricardo Lara (D-Bell Gardens) knows first- hand the challenges facing the cities and communities of Southeast Los Angeles County. He is fervently committed to improving the quality of life for working families in California. read more...   Sen. Ron S. Calderon Vice Chairman The second of two siblings to serve in the state Senate, Senator Ronald S. Calderon continues to make his own mark on the “upper” house. Elected to his second term in November 2010, Senator Calderon chairs the influential Insurance Committee, and the Select Committee on Film and Television Industries. He is presently a member of the Select Committees on Economic Development, Governmental Organization, Public Safety and Veteran's Affairs. Senator Calderon is also a member of the California Film Commission, and he is Vice Chair of the California Latino Caucus. read more...   Mr. David Lizarraga President Dr. Lizárraga is Chairman, President and CEO of TELACU, the largest Community Development Corporation (CDC) and 44th largest Hispanic-owned business in the United States. read more...   Ms. Carmen O. Perez Secretary Ms.Perez, President and Principal of COPEREZ ,Consulting Firm brings extensive "hands on " experience to the CLCI board. She has served on the on the Long Beach Port of Directors for 12 years, and served as president of this prestigious and influential board three time...She was the first minority , Male or Female to ever be selected to sit on this board . read more...   Sen. Richard Polanco (Ret.) Board Member Senator Richard G. Polanco was elected to the California Senate in 1994 where he served as Senate Majority Leader representing the 22nd District (Los Angeles). Prior to his election to the Senate, Polanco served eight years in the state Assembly. During his tenure in the legislature Senator Polanco has been a leader, particularly in the areas of education, healthcare, children's issues, prison reform, water resources, transportation and technology. read more...   Ms. Angie Medina Board Member Ms. Medina formerly served as the Director of the Children's Health Outreach Initiative. In this role, she was responsible for developing and implementing an outreach plan with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services. Her primary responsibility was enrolling eligible children and families in health coverage programs. Many of these families were in underserved communities in Los Angeles County. read more...   Bob Pacheco Board Member Bob Pacheco served as a member of the California State Legislature representing the 60th Assembly District from 1998 to 2004. In May 2005, Governor Schwartzenegger appointed Bob to a four-year term on the CAL-OSHA Appeals Board. read more...   D. M. (Denny) Samuel Board Member Mr. Denny Samuel is chief advocate, U.S. state and local relations, public and government affairs, for Chevron Corp., headquartered in Sacramento, Calif.  In this capacity, he is responsible for legislative, administration and regulatory advocacy for the Chevron Corporation.  read more...   Roberta R. Sistos Attorney At Law Board Member Ms. Sistos is a former managing partner of the San Diego office of Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, where she specialized in employment, civil rights and constitutional law as legal counsel to large school districts and community colleges located throughout California. Ms. Sistos currently represents management in labor and employment related matters in the public and private sectors. read more...