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STAFF
When you walk in our doors, you'll meet our friendly staff who helps find the items you need, maintains and repairs the equipment you return and delivers larger items from our warehouse to local homes.
Agency Director / Director of Development
Recently appointed Agency Director and Director of Development of CAS, Dan Maljanian grew up in Temple City and Arcadia and has deep rooted familiarity with the San Gabriel Valley. He has an undergraduate degree in economics from UCLA, and holds a law degree and Masters of Business Administration from U.C. Berkeley. He is currently a resident of Altadena.
Dan’s recent positions with the American University of Armenia and the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus have given him ample hands-on grassroots development and fundraising experience to supplement his management and entrepreneurial experience as a nonprofit executive director and owner of a bakery & cafe. His work as an attorney and as a business owner has given him extensive public speaking and advocacy opportunities in front of large and small groups.
Dan would be happy to speak to your club or group about CAS, or to discuss how you can play a larger role in supporting the work of CAS individually or through your company or organization.
Agency Director / Director of Operations
Hired as Operations Manager at CAS in November 2007 and recently appointed as Agency Director and Director of Operations at CAS, Jesse Avila has a proven track record of excellence. He is experienced working with staff and board members and has the demonstrated ability to control all facets of running a nonprofit organization. His exceptional communication skills have allowed him to enjoy an effective and productive relationship with the Board of Directors and Staff, and his understanding of CAS’ mission empowers him to serve the community of the San Gabriel Valley.
A lifelong resident of the City of Azusa, Jesse’s volunteer and community experience includes six years of service as President of the Board of Directors of the Azusa Helping Hand Organization. He is a past member of the City Of Azusa Mediation Program, earning a certificate of mediation via the University Of Pepperdine, and served as President and Member of the Board of Directors of Azusa American Little League. He currently serves as an active member of the Azusa Eagles Club.
Jesse would be happy to speak to you personally concerning any way that CAS can assist you or your organization’s needs.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Honorary Members Marcia Bent Joining the Board in 1996, Marcia is a nurse with many
years of experience in public health and charitable work within the
community, including Honorary Life Member of Sierra Madre Civic Club,
Trustee of the Sierra Madre Mountains Conservancy, and current President
of the Foothill Creative Arts Alliance. She resides in Sierra Madre
with husband, Tom, an investment counselor. She is the mother of two
and has three grandchildren. Robin
C. Campbell Member of the Board since 1985, having been introduced
to CAS by Ann Dunham. Robin is an attorney practicing commercial and
business law. He has lived in Pasadena since 1976, when he was admitted
to the State Bar of California after graduating from Columbia Law School
in the City of New York. Robin is Moderator of First Baptist Church
of Pasadena, serves on the Governing Board of the First Baptist Foundation,
the Board of Directors of the American Baptist Theological Center at
Fuller Seminary in Pasadena, and the Board of Directors of the Vista
Del Arroyo Bungalows Homeowners Association in Pasadena. Raymond Chau,
First Vice President Joining the Board in December of 2005, Raymond brings
a wealth of experience and diversity to the CAS Board of Directors.
Educated at UC Berkeley and USC, presently Raymond is the owner of ACASA,
a third generation family-owned and operated company with international
interests in real estate. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees
at Chandler School and on the Board of Directors of AuriQ Systems in
Pasadena and BBVA Bancomer, Mexicali, BCN. Raymond and his wife, Gloria,
have four children. Harold
Hennacy, Treasurer Board member since 1993, Hal is retired from a 44-year
career as an agent and broker in the property/casualty insurance industry.
He is currently a Director of the Huntington Municipal Water District.
Hal is married and lives in Pasadena with his wife, Marguerite. They
have three grown children and four grandchildren. Joining the Board in 1995, Gene and long time associate,
Terry Maxwell, opened their investment firm in Pasadena in 1975. The
firm manages money for individuals, family trusts, endowment funds,
and qualified plans. Community services have included directorship of
the Better Business Bureau and YMCA. Gene is a graduate of Purdue University
and served in the U.S. Navy during World War n. He and his wife, Ginny,
reside in Pasadena and have three married Sons and six grandchildren. Lynda Patton,
President Following a term as Interim Director of CAS in 2002/2003,
Lynda joined the Board in June, 2003. She works with her son in residential
real estate development and has a long history of community service,
including The Junior League of Pasadena, The Town Club, Pasadena Historical
Museum, Five Acres, Chapman Woods Association, Assistance League of
Southern California, and UCLA Medical Auxiliary. Susan Salit,
Recording Secretary Board member since 1988, Susan is retired from a job
as secretary and back office administrator in an investment advisory/insurance
office. She was introduced to CAS by past president and former caseworker,
Mary Freer. Community service includes volunteer hours with Altadena
Junior Circle at Sycamores Homes and for the San Marino PTA. She and
husband, Harry, reside in Pasadena. They have two children and five
grandchildren. Tom Strafaci, Second Vice President Our most recent addition to the Board of Directors in
January, 2009, Tom is the Director of Personal Fitness Training Services
at Functional Physical Therapy and Fitness, as well as the owner/operator
of Functional Fitness, Inc. in Pasadena. Tom is a Certified Strength
and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), former national team power lift
and collegiate power lift champion, and former world record holder in
the squat for his weight division. Tom also regularly competes in the
Senior Olympic Powerlifting competitions and the World Famous Marine
Corps Mud Run each year. Tom brings to CAS a wealth of experience, working
with clients ranging from pitchers in the Atlanta Braves farm systems,
post rehab conditioning individuals, severe weight loss clients and
senior citizens who have medical conditions that require special exercise
intervention. For the last nine years Tom has worked with many local
physicians and psychologists in an effort to best serve his client's
fitness needs. Tom also is a regular speaker at the Huntington Hospital's
Senior Care Network. Debbie Weber Joining the Board in 2007, Debbie was introduced to
the board by Marcia Bent. She retired after spending many years in commercial
banking. During her professional career she became very active in the
communities in which her bank provided services by serving on the Board
of Directors for The American Red Cross, several Southland Chambers
of Commerce, Rotary and the YMCA. After retirement, she is actively
involved with Hospice of Pasadena and Arcadia Assistance League. She
resides in Arcadia with her husband Don, a CPA. They have five children
and three grandchildren. Carl White,
Assistant Treasurer Board member since 1999, Carl was introduced to the
board by Colony Abbott. He and his wife, Judy, reside in San Marino
and have two grown children. Carl holds an MBA in Finance from the University
of Southern California, where he graduated in 1969. He is retired from
a career in corporate finance. His community volunteer efforts have
been for Meals on Wheels in Pasadena, Friends of the San Marino Public
Library, Union Station Foundation (retired) and the Southern California
Chapter of National Multiple Sclerosis Society (retired).
Lynda Patton, President
Raymond Chau, 1st Vice President
Thomas Strafaci, 2nd Vice President
Harold Hennacy, Treasurer
Carl White, Assistant Treasurer
Susan Salit, Recording Secretary
Marcia Bent
Robin Campbell
Eugene Noll
Debbie Weber
Colony Abbott
Jo Jeanne Angeloff
Ann Dunham
Fred Giari
Ann Gordon
Emilie Gordon
Harriet Lefkoff
Barbara Maxwell
Jane Morgan
Douglas Porteous
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
San Marino, CA 91108
San Marino, CA 91108
Pasadena, CA 91107
Pasadena, CA 91107
Pasadena, CA 91105
Pasadena, CA 91107
Arcadia, CA 91106
San Marino, CA 91108
