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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 08 - Reappoint Members to the Workforce Development Board for Four-Year Terms Community Development Agency www.santa-ana.org/cd Item # 8 City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Staff Report June 16, 2026 TOPIC: Reappoint Members to the Workforce Development Board AGENDA TITLE Reappoint Members to the Workforce Development Board for Four-Year Terms RECOMMENDED ACTION Reappoint Mat Garcia, Jack Haley, and Rhonda Miller as private sector representatives; Brent Beasley as organized labor representative; and Dr. Lorraine Perez as the K-12 education representative to the Santa Ana Workforce Development Board for four-year terms expiring May 31, 2030. GOVERNMENT CODE 484308 APPLIES: No DISCUSSION On May 17, 2016, the Santa Ana City Council adopted Resolution No. 2016-031 establishing the Santa Ana Workforce Development Board (WDB) and appointed 25 members. In accordance with the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Section 107(b)(2)(A-D), a local WDB board must include representatives from designated stakeholder categories, with membership proportions allocated according to specific requirements, while ensuring that business sector representatives comprise more than 50% of the total board membership. City Council appoints WDB Board members under the categories of membership, prescribed by law, as follows: • Representatives from local businesses 13 members • Representatives from labor, labor registered 5 members apprenticeships, and/or community-based organizations • Representatives from local education institutions 3 members • Representatives from government entities 4 members (Dept. of Rehabilitation, Social Services Agency, EDD, and Economic Development) There are five members whose terms have expired and are recommended to be re- appointed. Representing the private sector are Mat Garcia, Jack Haley, and Rhonda Miller. Representing organized labor is Brent Beasley. Representing K-12 Education is Dr. Lorraine Perez (Exhibit 1). The nominees have been active and committed to the purpose of the WDB. Reappoint Members to the Workforce Development Board June 16, 2026 Page 2 FISCAL IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. EXHIBIT(S) 1. Resumes Submitted By: Michael L. Garcia, Executive Director, Community Development Agency Approved By: Alvaro Nunez, City Manager EXHIBIT 1 Brent Beasley 811 International Vice President United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Local 220 Brent is a 39 year member of Roofers and Waterproofers Local 220. He got his start roofing at Owen Pacific, he attended the Tri-Counties Roofers Apprenticeship until he became a Journeyman. He was a foreman for 10 years at Owen Pacific Roofing before moving on to run work at San Marino Roof Co Inc. He was previously on the Executive Board and served as Sergeant at Arms and Business Agent before being elected to the position of Business Manager/Financial Secretary of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers, and Allied Workers Local 220. Brent has also served as President and Secretary of The Western Regional District Council of Roofers and Waterproofers. Aside from his professional life, he has experience working on different boards and committees relating to labor and the construction trades. At this time Brent is the chairman of several boards, including the Pacific Coast Roofers Pension Trust, Union i Roofers Health and Welfare Trust, Union Roofers Annuity Trust, and the Southern i California Roofers and Waterproofers Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee. I Brent is also a past president of the United Labor Agency of Orange County, currently a , Vice President of the Orange County Labor Federation, has sat on the Santa Ana Workforce Development Board since 2004, is on the Executive Board of the California State Building and Construction Trades Council as well as the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council, and is the Vice President of the Rampart Business ` Community Association. i EXHIBIT 1 Mat Garcia head of Business Operations at Overair, Inc. Professional Bio: With over 15 years of diverse experience spanning engineering, manufacturing, and business disciplines, Mat Garcia is a seasoned professional with a genuine passion for making a meaningful impact. Holding a strong dedication to family and community engagement, he strives to give back and leave a lasting positive mark. Currently serving as the Head of Business Operations at Overair, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA since January 2020, he leads a dynamic team of 16 individuals responsible for various critical functions, including administration, information technology,human resources, quality assurance, security, and facilities maintenance. Overair, Inc, is a pioneering startup at the forefront of urban aerial mobility, developing an innovative all-electric vertical takeoff and landing 5-passenger aircraft. As a member of the company since day one,he has played a pivotal role in its remarkable growth, helping grow it from just 5 to an impressive 180 employees. To date, the company has secured$170 million in venture-backed funding through Series-B. j i 1 Prior to Overair, Mat spent a decade at Karem Aircraft, Inc. in Lake Forest, CA,where he held various influential roles in engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance,IT, and administration, He held key positions such as Head of Administration, QA,and Infrastructure, Quality Assurance Manager,Mechanical Engineering Manager, and Integration Engineer. He was part of a passionate and ambitious team committed to advancing next-generation tilt-rotor aircraft and related technologies for the US Department of Defense. Mat began his career at The Boeing Company as a flight test engineer, focusing on the A-160 Hummingbird,a groundbreaking autonomous helicopter where he focused on developing autonomous aerial cargo resupply for the Marine Corps. + Educationally, Mat holds a master's degree in mechanical and aerospace engineering with a j specialization in flight control systems, earned in 2009. He also has a bachelor's degree in I aerospace engineering obtained in 2007. Beyond his professional endeavors,Mat is an active community member,serving as the President of the Harbor Soaring Society, a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization focused on model aviation and youth exploration in aviation related careers. He actively engages in park restoration events, volunteers with the Victoria Elementary PTA, coaches youth sports teams, and passionately supports STEAM outreach activities for the youth in the community. His love for the outdoors,nature, and family camping adds to his well-rounded and community-focused life. Connect with Mat Garcia to learn more about his extensive experience, innovative mindset, and commitment to building a better future for both the aerospace industry and the community. • • 1 1 OFFICE � LEY, Cam Princi al ' BROKERAGE PROFILE As a Principal of the Lee&Associates Orange office,Jack Haley specializes in leasing and sales of user and investment properties.Over the past 28 years Jack has successfully completed over 1,700 Southern California transactions and represented both national and locally based companies in acquiring industrial and office facilities.Jack is consistently a Lee&Associates' Top Producer. O 714.647.9100 CAREER SUMMARY D 714.564.7172 • Over 2 Million square feet and One Hundred Million($100,000,000.00)in transaction volume over the last 3 years. F 714.543.5285 • Completed over 10 nationwide(outside of California)investment sales. jhaley@lee-associates.com • Extensive knowledge of the Orange County and Inland Empire Industrial Markets. Leeorange.com • Competitive research and marketing for users,investors,and developers of commercial 1004 W.Taft Avenue,Suite 150 properties. Orange,California 92865 DRE ID:01064859 E D U CAT I O N • California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Bachelor of Arts(Concentration in Finance,Real Estate&Law,Emphasis in Real Estate Finance&Development) PARTIAL CLIENT LIST ► RREEF ► Calwest RECOGNITIONS/AFFILIATIONS ► Advanced Image • Top 5 Producing Broker,Lee&Associates(2007,2013,2015,2018) ► Tires Warehouse • Top Producing Broker,Lee&Associates(2003,2005) ► BTL Machine ► Goodwill OC • Member,Board of Directors-Lee&Associates ► Omohundro • Certified Commercial Investment Member(CCIM) ► Poach Secured Storage► Tempo Industries ■ CCIMs are considered the elite of commercial real estate,sharing a set of skills that puts ► Moore Packaging them far ahead of the competition.The CCIM designation is granted by the Commercial ► Cheung Rattan Investment Real Estate Institute(CIREI).CCIMs course topics include financial analysis for commercial real estate,commercial brokerage,advanced techniques in sales and marketing,market analysis,tax planning,decision analysis,negotiation,presentation skills,managing and marketing troubled assets,among others. • Member,National Association Industrial Office Parks(NAIOP) LEE & ASSOCIATES COMMGRCIAI REAL ESTATE SERVICES LOCAL EXPERTISE. INTERNATIONAL REACH. WORLD CLASS. EXHIBIT 1 Rhonda Miller •714-462-9564—Office • rhonda.miller@bbbcommunity.org Profile A proven business leader with over 15 years of professional experience offering expertise in workforce development, community relations, economic development, sales and sales management, and business development in commercial and government markets. Experience includes non-profit, advertising, professional services, information technology solutions, and publishing. I am creative, innovative, strategic, and highly communicative. Additional strengths and competencies include: • Business Relations • Program Management . Process Improvement • Team Leadership • Results Driven • Program Recruitment • Budgeting and Forecasts • Strategic Thinking • Speaking/Presentations Key Attributes • Expertise with business outreach, conducted daily to educate and provide service offerings to businesses of any size located in 32 cities within Orange County. • Apply proven sales processes to identify, educate and retain new employer program members while retaining existing participants to meet and achieve program, grant, and organizational growth goals. Collaborate with businesses to create custom programs and hiring initiatives driven by business needs to assist with employer stability and solvency • Highly active with the Orange County Chambers of Commerce community as an invited speaker and trusted resource presenting business services offerings, programs and reimbursement opportunities, events, and providing economic market data to members and constituents • Strong relationships with regional partners including OC Small Business Development Center (OCSBDC), business leaders, sector partnership organizations and associations, and educational I institutions i • Conduct company needs analysis to determine appropriate business service offering including hiring assistance, training programs, identifying and screening candidates, tax credit opportunities, career fairs, and customized hiring events • Experience working with the goals and needs of a Board of Directors. Report quarterly to Board Directors and Committees with updates and status of outreach activity, program participation, survey results, strategic outreach and business recruitment plan, event attendance and outcomes, and grant budget, metrics, and goal achievement • Significant speaking and presentation experience. Guest speaker at OCSBDC events, forums, business clinics, and monthly webinars. Invited speaker at the Minority Business Summit in March 2022, and HB Chamber of Commerce State of the County webinar in April 2022. Guest speaker at the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals annual conference in May 2017. Weekly on-air personality with KRDO-Radio Business Hour and Cumulus Media radio guest • Utilize social media for outreach, marketing, announcements, and prospecting. Write press releases and create promotional collateral EXHIBIT 1 • Extensive business recruitment experience to increase regional company participation in new and existing programs and events. Developed policies, program initiatives, and procedures to increase job development with regional businesses in accordance with federal guidelines • Responsible for writing monthly and quarterly program reports for key stakeholders at the state and regional level to remain compliant with state and 501c3 organizational mandates, grant writing, and crafting local policy guidelines in conjunction with state and local policy guidelines • Expertise in developing processes to create, articulate, and execute the company mission and vision as well as direct sales experience prospecting, building customer relationships and closing business to consistently achieve corporate revenue goals, program metrics, and corporate growth goals Professional Experience Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest October 22- Present Director of Business Engagement, Orange County Workforce and Economic Development Division, County of Orange May 2021 — October 2022 Business Solutions Manager i HR Consulting Help Sept. 2017 —May 2021 Director of Business Development, Recruitment Pikes Peak Workforce Center! El Paso County (non-profit) May 2016— Sept. 2017 Team Lead-Business Services Group The Gazette I Clarity Media Group March 2014—July 2015 Sales Director RKM Consulting Services, Contractor Jan. 2013— March 2014 Sales Consultant/East, CBS Interactive BH Media (formerly Media General) Jan 2012 —Dec. 2012 Sales Director Kforce Government Solutions, Inc. (KGS) Aug. 2009— Dec .2011 Business Development, Commercial Services Education Graduate of the Leadership Pikes Peak Signature program, class of 2014-2015 Orange Coast College - Marketing Communications Major Technical Skills Office systems: Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Salesforce.com; Prezi, CalJOBS, Con nectingcolorado.com Volunteer Activities Board of Directors, Vista Pointe Ridge HOA— 7 years, 4 as Board President Care & Share Food Bank, Colorado Springs Junior Achievement of Southern Colorado EXHIBIT 1 Lorraine M. Perez, Ed.D. Bio Lorraine M. Perez, Ed.D. is a seasoned educator and advocate for students and families, currently serving as Superintendent of Schools for the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD). Superintendent Perez's priority academic focus areas include Early Literacy and Reading by Grade 3; English Learner progress and Designated ELD; and College and Career Readiness. Dr. Perez also currently serves as a Director for the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce. Previously, Dr. Perez served as Deputy Superintendent of SAUSD, where her work focused on building comprehensive and aligned systems to support implementation of the District's Graduate Profile. This work embedded student achievement, social-emotional wellness, and family and community engagement into the DNA of the District. Prior to joining SAUSD, Dr. Perez served the San Bernardino City Unified School District in J g Y multiple leadership roles, including Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, Director of Elementary Instruction, and Coordinator of j Elementary Instruction.In these roles, she led efforts to develop systems supporting student health ' and mental wellness, academic achievement, before- and after-school programs, family engagement, early childhood and adult education,and specialized programs serving homeless and I foster youth. � Dr. Perez began her career in education as a teacher in the Baldwin Park Unified School District. She later served as a principal at one of the District's dual language schools, an experience she credits as foundational to her instructional leadership and her commitment to engaging parents as partners in their children's education. Dr.Perez earned her Doctor of Education from the University of Southern California and both her bachelor's and master's degrees from California State University,Fullerton,where she later served on the Board of Directors for the Alumni Association. Her professional experience also includes work with The Walt Disney Company and ownership of a small business. In addition, she has served her community for more than 15 years as a City Commissioner, including service on the Economic Development Commission and the Parks and Recreation Commission.