Speakers

A former lawyer and current grassroots activist, Frank Gormlie has been editing the Rag since he and Patty Jones launched it in Oct 2007.   Frank was a member of the fist O.B. Planning Board, which was also one of the first San Diego Community Planning Boards elected by the community. Frank will speak about the importance of a good community plan that reflects what the residents want, and how they want to shape their future.

Inspiration:  Marie Cairns

Benjamin Moore, Chief Global Affairs Officer, Office of the Mayor, City of San Diego will speak on The Rise of City Diplomacy: San Diego's Place on the Global Stage

Who Am I - James Morrison

Grace Cheng is the Founding Director, Center for Human Rights, San Diego State University

Marwa Abdalla teaches undergraduate courses in the Department of Theater, Television, and Film and the School of Communication at San Diego State University as well as in the Department of Communication at UC San Diego. Her courses focus on foundational concepts in communication, media, and cultural studies, the histories and spread of mis- and disinformation, and the ways minoritized families and communities navigate racism and discrimination. 

Present 2027-2028 PLRC Ballot

Jessica Anderson leads the Chamber’s strategy and vision as the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Jessica oversees the Chamber’s day-to-day operations, membership and budget, directs public policy initiatives and advocacy agenda, represents the interests of the business community before government officials, media, and the public, and develops and implements long-term goals and strategies to ensure the organization is aligned to deliver on its purpose to Champion Business and Empower Leaders.

Vote on PLRC 2027-2028 BOD

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