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Jack Feldman

June 6, 2021 No Comments

Jack worked at the LA Department of Water and Power for over 35 years where he retired in 2006 as Senior Manager in charge of the Power Engineering Organization. Over the last 12 years Jack was responsible for putting together the W&PA website and virtual museum. The museum is the largest of its kind, consisting of over 20,000 images, including background information related to the history of Los Angeles and Southern California.

Elizabeth (Beth) Ahlers

May 30, 2021 No Comments

Beth Ahlers speaks on the topic of “homeschooling” and family life after nearing the end of 25 years of home education and raising 6 children. Beth’s message is “It CAN be done!” and “Family relationships are worth investing in and sacrificing for.” Though a survivor and fighter for life and freedom, she focuses on the redemptive qualities of life’s difficulties, the good that comes out of the bad, the growth and the joy that is the reward of wisdom, sacrifice, and perseverance.

Michelle Kuei

May 24, 2021 No Comments

Michelle Kuei is a certified confidence coach who helps woman entrepreneurs who struggles with the confidence and courage to tell their unique story to get seen, get heard, and get hired. She is the author of a memoir “Perfectly Normal-an immigrant’s story of making it in America”; an inspirational journey of overcoming adversity after an automobile accident that changed her life trajectory. Michelle was born in Taiwan and grew up in New York, but today she lives in Los Angeles. Michelle enjoys a nice cup of coffee and meaningful conversations with friends. Her favorite food is Hawaiian pizza.

Terry Tornek

May 16, 2021 No Comments

Terry Tornek was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He attended the Yeshivah of Flatbush and Erasmus Hall High School where he met his future wife, Maria Mascoli and served as President of the New York City Student Council. After marrying and serving in the US Army National Guard (Airborne) Terry worked for the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development and then earned a Masters of Science in Urban Planning from Columbia University’s School of Architecture while Maria was a public school teacher on the Lower East Side. In 1982 the family moved to Pasadena where Terry accepted the position of Planning Director. He was hired because of his history of neighborhood improvement and historic preservation. Terry served for 3 years and helped to establish the redevelopment plan for Old Pasadena. He was elected to represent District 7 on the City Council in April, 2009, was reelected in 2013 and was then elected as Mayor in April, 2015 serving until December, 2020.

Huod Taing

May 9, 2021 No Comments

Huod Taing is an entrepreneur and a family man of Asian ancestry. His childhood was always full of change due to his family moving homes every few years in pursuit of work. After years of sacrifice they finally achieved the American dream in the San Gabriel Valley. With a passion for creating and curiosity for new things he has been involved in numerous restaurant creations. His latest one being “Tony’s Donut House” in the city of Baldwin Park. With no formal schooling he honed his trade the old fashion way with his bare hands and a lot of sweat and tears. His life motto is “Press On” as quoted by Calvin Coolidge.

Michael Taing

April 26, 2021 No Comments

Michael Taing grew up in the San Gabriel Valley and is an Asian American Entrepreneur and family man. He is the father of a special needs child and supports the hearing impaired community. With a passion for Culinary Creativity he enjoys the daily operations of Cha Cafe in El Monte. From personally picking fresh produce to making the sauces and working along side the staff he has a totally hands on approach to business.

Jean Power

April 19, 2021 No Comments

Jean Power is a civil litigator with a diverse base of legal experience. She currently focuses her legal practice primarily on labor and employment law, handling a diverse range of cases including wage and hour, class actions, PAGA claims, wrongful termination, and employment discrimination. As a results-oriented advocate, Jean leverages all available resources at the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth to obtain the best results possible for her clients. She works directly with the workers’ compensation team to ensure that no employers are taking advantage of injured workers and that all of our clients’ legal rights are protected.

Glenn Evans – Part 2

April 11, 2021 No Comments

Glenn Evans is a Director of Photography and Adventure Camera man specializing in filming tv shows about Hidden Treasure, Ancient Architecture and Endangered and Exotic Animals. Glenn has filmed in 68 countries around the world for Discovery Channel, History Channel, Netflix, ABC and many other networks. Born in Oregon on a blueberry farm and leaving for California to work in the film and tv industry the camera has been Glenn’s key to world travel and adventure.

Michael Patris

April 4, 2021 No Comments

Michael Patris has always had an interest in history. Whether collecting antiques, collecting and working on antique cars, or restoring a 1923 California bungalow in Alhambra, pieces of the past always seemed too important to brush aside. After several years working in the news industry, and film industry, Michael speaks publicly about Southern California transportation, collecting antiques and, of course, Mount Lowe.

Ada Gates

March 28, 2021 No Comments

Ada Gates Patton became the first woman in the United States and Canada licensed to shoe Thoroughbred racehorses. In her youth in New York and Long Island, Ada competed in show jumping and fox hunting for 20 years. After universities, Ada owned a ranch in Colorado and started shoeing Western horses on ranches and racetracks. Ada moved to Southern California to work on Thoroughbreds at Santa Anita, Hollywood Park, and Del Mar where she achieved Journeyman status. She maintained an active full time shoeing career for over 36 years. Ada owns and operates Harry Patton Horseshoeing Supplies in Monrovia, CA. She is the widow of Harry Patton, her mentor.

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