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Welcome to the 2026 CSBA Counties Conference!

This conference provides a unique opportunity for county board leaders to come together and discuss students’ futures in light of domestic policies and global trends. County board members, superintendents and educational partners from throughout the state will come together to gain valuable knowledge and information in three key areas: advocacy, governance and policy; funding, workforce and educational access; student well-being, safety and success.

As the role of county offices of education (COEs) continues to evolve, CSBA is committed to providing COE board members with the necessary tools and information to become effective elected education leaders. The program will feature member-led workshops, micro-trainings, networking opportunities, and more—offering attendees practical strategies, peer-driven insights, and ample chances to connect and collaborate with colleagues from across California. It is a must-attend event for county board leaders!

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Visit Marina del Rey
View the CSBA Counties Conference Marina del Rey Visitor Guide to find information about local events, restaurants and attractions. Discover what the beautiful coastal city of Marina del Rey has to offer its visitors.

If you require any assistance during your stay in Marina del Rey, please visit the registration desk outside the California Ballroom in the Outer Foyer located on the Lobby Level of the Marina del Rey Marriott.
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Sarine Abrahamian

Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP
Managing Partner
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Jeremiah Aja

Wellness Together
Communications Director
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Kristin Armatis

San Diego COE
Executive Director, Charter School Services
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Angela Asch

CSBA
Principal Research Manager, Research and Education Policy Development
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Alex Ballantyne

UC Santa Barbara
Foster Youth Advocate and Student
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Ellen Barger

Santa Barbara COE
Associate Superintendent
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Vernon M. Billy

CSBA
CEO and Executive Director
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Kermit Boyd

Riverside COE
Teacher on Special Assignment
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Mary Briggs

CSBA
Senior Director, Research and Education Policy Development
avatar for Alysse Castro

Alysse Castro

Alameda COE
Superintendent
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Yvonne Chan

Los Angeles COE
Board Member
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Maggie Chou

Region 9 President, California Association of Student Councils (CASC)
Claremont High School Site Council Member
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Amy Christianson

CSBA
Chief, Member Services
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Catalina Cifuentes

Riverside COE
Executive Director, College Career Readiness
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Patrick Cruz

SABLE Director, California Association of Student Councils (CASC)
Inglewood USD Student Board Member
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Debi Deal

California Charter Authorizing Professionals
Senior Fiscal Consultant
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Forest DeRenzo

Riverside COE
Executive Director
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Ethan Duncan

Director, California Association of Student Councils (CASC)
High School Senior at Canyon High School
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George Ellis

UC Berkeley
Director of the California Reading & Literature Project
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Stephanie Medrano Farland

Capitol Advisors Group
Director, Education Policy
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Gayle Garbolino-Mojica

Placer COE
Superintendent
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Kevin Gordon

Capitol Advisors Group
President and Partner
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Al Grazioli

Brailsford & Dunlavey
Vice President
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Mason Henricks

San Mateo COE
Manager, School Safety and Risk Prevention
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Jennifer Hicks

Placer COE
Associate Superintendent, Educational Services
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Tom Hutton

California Charter Authorizing Professionals
Executive Director
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Ben Johnson II

Riverside COE
Board President
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Jovan Jacobs

Los Angeles COE
Director III, Division of Special Education
avatar for Louise Johnson

Louise Johnson

Nevada COE
Board Member
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Matthew Juhl-Darlington

Dannis Woliver Kelley
Attorney at Law
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Shaun Kadler

Documentarian and Filmmaker
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Heather Kemp

CSBA
Senior Writer, Communications
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Euri Kim

State President, California Association of Student Councils (CASC)
High School Senior at Arnold O. Beckman High School
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Alisha Kirby

CSBA
Senior Writer, Communications
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Scott Kuykendahl

Stanislaus COE
Superintendent
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Juwen Lam

Alameda COE
Chief, Accountability Partnerships
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Annette Lewis

Contra Costa COE
Region 14 Director
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Noah Lightman

ScholarShare Investment Board, State Treasurer's Office
Assistant Deputy Director, Policy & Administration
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Jessica Moldoff

California Student Aid Commission
Deputy Director of Research, Analysis, and Program Innovation
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Jack O'Connell

Capitol Advisors Group
Partner
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Patrick O'Donnell

CSBA
Chief, Governmental Relations
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Justin Parker

Monterey COE
Program Coordinator
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Lee Angela Reid

Capitol Advisors Group
Partner and Senior Legislative Advocate
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Greg Rolen

Orange COE
General Counsel
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Dr. Debra Schade

CSBA
President
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Barrett Snider

Capitol Advisors Group
Partner
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Tezeta Stewartz

CSBA
Senior Director, Policy and Governance Technology Services
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Damali Thomas

Los Angeles COE
Executive SELPA Director
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Marissa Vismara

CSBA
Legislative Advocate, Governmental Relations
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Kelly Wachowicz

California Association of Student Councils
Executive Director
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Mike Walsh

CSBA
Director, County Board Member Services
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Damon West

Best-selling Author and Criminal Justice Advocate
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Loretta Whitson

California Association of School Counselors
Executive Director
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John Yeh

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLC
Partner
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