Irebid Gilbert is a Santa Maria native and daughter of immigrant Mixtec parents. Irebid is the executive director of Herencia Indigena and a former Data Analyst for Dignity Health’s central coast division. Irebid holds a master’s degree in public policy from Cal Poly, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from San Jose State University, and a degree in math and science. Her life mission is to advocate for our indigenous community who reside on the central coast. Several years ago, Irebid combined her expertise in data analysis and passion to serve others to establish Herencia Indigena. Through her work, she has been able to increase access to health services by bridging the gap between Mixteco-speaking patients and healthcare providers. In the last four years, Herencia Indigena has created jobs designated to introduce trilingual interpreters to the healthcare workforce. To date, Herencia Indigena has provided Mixtec Cultural Awareness training to hundreds of providers across the central coast including physicians, registered nurses, and other healthcare staff. Herencia Indígena has had the pleasure of advocating and interpreting for over 38,000 Mixtec patients across the central coast

Marisol Mora is Inocencia Hernandez’s daughter. She is a proud United Domestic Workers (UDW) Union member, a provider for Inocencia Hernandez Figeroa (Migrant Worker) through the In-Home Support Services Program, and the Center Director of San Luis Obispo Planned Parenthood (PPCCC). Marisol was Born in Iguala Guerrero, Mexico, and Migrated to The Central Coast of California in 1988. Mari has been a Care Provider for Inocencia Hernandez since 1997 when Inocencia was diagnosed with aggressive third stage Ovarian Cancer. Attach is a glance at who are the In-Home Support Services Recipients, and I am the illustration of a typical provider supported by (UDW). Marisol is a passionate working professional with advocacy experience as a ten-year UDW member and a Reproductive Rights advocate for over 20 years and counting. Marisol is a driving force qualified to represent the Union as a panelist for the Local Latino leadership. Tending our community.

Jackeline Ortiz de Zevallos - Allegretta, originally born in Lima, Peru, embarked on a journey that has woven together a rich tapestry of accomplishments and dreams. My architectural pursuits began at Ricardo Palma University, shaping the foundation of my creative endeavors. In 2021, I took a significant leap across continents to the United States, where fate led me to meet my life partner, Nicola Allegretta. Together, we brought to life our shared vision with the opening of Mama's Meatball in 2006, marking the beginning of our culinary venture.

The evolution of my career unfolded organically as I delved into catering, predominantly specializing in weddings. This not only solidified my role as a caterer but also unveiled my latent talents as an event planner and designer. In 2014, I manifested a cherished dream by establishing my first Peruvian restaurant, Mistura. Here, I pay homage to my roots, presenting traditional Peruvian recipes passed down through generations within my family, now shared with the world in a refined culinary experience. Mistura is not just a restaurant; it's an immersive journey through Peru, carefully curated in its design to transport patrons to the heart of my homeland. A crowning achievement was realizing the dream of being the sole Pisco distillery in the United States, a testament to my dedication to preserving and promoting Peruvian culture.

Fueled by artistic and creative impulses, I've achieved milestones that extend beyond the culinary realm. One such accomplishment was being chosen as the appointed caterer by the Peruvian nation. This prestigious role tasked me with representing and promoting Peruvian gastronomy at the renowned Food & Wine in Aspen, Colorado. Catering exclusive shows for 3000 guests and curating private events for Food Network, I stood as a proud ambassador of Peru. While numerous projects continue to unfold, I can confidently assert that I've transcended the role of an architect; I am now the architect of my dream life, crafting a narrative that intertwines passion, culture, and culinary excellence.

Anita Robinson is a retired community banking executive, with a career span of over 45 years. Ms. Robinson has held many banking leadership positions over the years having spent the last 25 years of her banking career as CEO of a number of community banks in the San Luis Obispo County area. Her work included launching a de novo community development bank in 1996 and turning a troubled bank around in 2014 and successfully merging that bank into a larger regional bank in 2016.

In 1996, she organized and started Mission Community Bank and built the foundation for the Mission Community banking collective, which included Mission Community Services Corporation (MCSC), a 501c3. MCSC is in its 20th year and has been host to the only Women’s Business Center in San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and Kern Counties of California.

She is a strong believer in personal contribution through leadership in both banking and her community. In 2008, Ms. Robinson became the first woman to lead the California Bankers Association as Chair of the Board of Directors in over one hundred years. Her legacy project is the establishment of the Women in Banking Conference hosted by the CBA each year. She also serves on a number of community boards which include the Chair of the French Hospital Community Board, board member and Treasurer of the San Luis Obispo County Community Foundation, Cuesta College Foundation past President, organizer, and past board member of the Central Coast Economic Forecast... and many other leadership positions.

Ms. Robinson was honored as the 2017 Citizen of the Year by the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. She has been a champion of small business and start up business during her career and has been honored as such by the US Small Business Administration, Women’s Economic Ventures, The California Bankers Association, and Cal Poly Entrepreneurial Leadership in Financial Services award.

Ms. Robinson is a graduate of the Pacific Coast Banking School held at the University of Washington, after which she served on the board for the next 14 years. She has lived in Atascadero for 34 years and enjoys time with her family and friends and enjoying the beautiful outdoors.

Charlene Rosales is a longtime resident of San Luis Obispo since coming to Cal Poly from her hometown of Santa Barbara. She has worked in the private, nonprofit, higher education, and government sectors, and her previous experience includes Program Director for MCSC Women’s Business Center, Economic Development Manager for the City of San Luis Obispo, Director of Governmental Affairs for the SLO Chamber of Commerce, and Chief Operating Officer for United Way of SLO County. She is a past recipient of The Tribune’s “Top 20 Under 40” award and is a graduate of Leadership SLO and Leadership California.

Rosales is passionate about volunteer service and civic participation and has a long history of being deeply involved in the community. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Board of French Hospital Medical Center, the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Central Coast Chapter, the Rotary Club of SLO Daybreak, and SESLOC Credit Union. She is chair of the Community Benefits Committee for Dignity Health, a member of the League of Women Voters as well as the Advisory Board for the University of Santa Barbara’s Women in Leadership Executive Program, and the incoming co-chair for the Community Foundation of SLO County’s Women’s Legacy Fund Advisory Committee.

Laura Zarate is new to the Public Information Specialist position. She officially took up this career in January 2023, after having served in that capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic where her focus was promoting information in Spanish to the Spanish-speaking community of the Central Coast through radio, television and in person.

Laura Zarate was born and raised in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico and at the age of 8 she emigrated to the Central Coast of California where she has lived for 36 years having dual nationality. She got her first job in San Luis Obispo County in 2001 as an Administrative Assistant where she worked for more than 10 years. During that time Laura attended Cuesta College and studied to be a Drug and Alcohol Counselor. Later, Laura had the opportunity to take the position of Executive Assistant to the Health Agency Director and the Behavioral Health Administrator where she worked for 9 years. During this time Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer, underwent surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation in 2018. Laura continued to work during the treatment and at the end of the treatment, in 2019, due to her expertise in Spanish communication, she was recruited as a Public Information Specialist for the emergency of the pandemic and then permanently in January 2023.

Today, with a family of 4 children, married for 26 years and a cancer survivor, Laura Zarate continues to serve as a public servant of SLO County maintaining an excellent professional relationship with different media outlets. Laura has two weekly radio programs called “En Confianza Con Laura” where she shares information, resources, and has guests from different departments and agencies in San Luis Obispo County. Laura was named a Hispanic Pride for the local magazine SOMOS USA in September 2022 and subsequently appeared on the cover of the same magazine in November 2022. Laura Zarate has earned the trust of the Spanish-speaking community locally and is a source of pride for her to work in SLO County and serve the community.