Steering Partners

We lead, direct and oversee the Bright Futures initiative. We serve as the primary decision-making group. We ensure the overall operating effectiveness of the Bright Futures initiative and provide guidance and oversight to the dedicated staff in the Back Bone Organization.

  • Bonnie Irwin – California State University, Monterey Bay
  • Yuri Anderson – County Supervisor Advisor
  • Romero Jalomo – Hartnell College
  • Deneen Guss – Monterey County Office Of Education
  • Francine Rodd – First 5 Monterey
  • Janet Shing – Community Foundation for Monterey County
  • Jose Luis Alvarado – California State University, Monterey Bay
  • Margaret D’Arrigo – Taylor Farms
  • Martha Martinez – Salinas City Elementary School District
  • Tim Vanoli – Salinas High School District
  • Erica Padilla Chavez – Pajaro Valley Prevention & Student Assistance
  • Adrienne Laurent – Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare
  • Cynthia Holmsky – Bright Futures
  • Martha Pantoja – Soledad USD | Hartnell
  • Ben Bruce – Community Partnership for Youth
  • Joshua Madfis – United Way
  • Kate Roberts – Monterey Bay Economic Partnership
  • Shannon Watkins – Early Development Services