Michael Wong D.D.S

Michael has been practicing General Dentistry in San Mateo with an emphasis in cosmetic dentistry since 1983. Michael completed his undergraduate study at the University of the Pacific and completed his DDS at the University of California at San Francisco. A life-long Bay Area resident, he lives on the Peninsula with his wife Dee Dee and their two sons.

It was important for me to be involved with an organization that was looking out for the well-being of children. The Boys & Girls Club's after- school programming introduces and engages students in science, technology, art and sports- offering a safe place to go after-school and eliminating social-pressures that kids may encounter on the streets.

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Jim Stern

Jim is Vice President of Product Development at iWin, overseeing all game production for PC, Cell Phone and Gaming Consoles. Prior to iWin, Jim was the General Manager of games and puzzles for University Games, President and Co-Founder of AreYouGame.com, Senior Producer at WorldPlay Entertainment/AOL, Product Manager for 3DO and Applications Product Manager at Oracle. Jim is a member of IGDA and volunteers with Hands On Bay Area, the ALS Association and Pied Piper Players. Jim received a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering at Stanford University and his Master of Business Administration from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth College. Jim lives on the Peninsula with his wife Debbe and their children.

Education determines whether or not young people will have every opportunity to succeed in life. I've always marveled at the variety of after- school programs and activities that the Club offers- they're challenging, fun, unique and educationally enriching. The Boys & Girls Club teaches kids the value of education, and that knowledge has its own rewards.

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Lynnel Callagy

Lynnel is the owner of her own Accounting and Tax practice in San Mateo. Lynnel has always had a deep affinity for children, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances. Lynnel earned both her Bachelor of Arts and her Master of Business Administration at the College of Notre Dame de Namur. Bay Area born and raised, Lynnel calls the Peninsula home.

I believe that children deserve to learn, grow and, most importantly, have a safe place to go after-school where they are encouraged to be creative, curious and expressive. Through leadership and guidance, the staff demonstrates to our kids everyday that they care about them, believe in them and trust in them. I can't think of anything more noble than that.

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Lee-Ann Peling

Currently a Government Affairs Director for Comcast, Lee-Ann has also worked in the Public Relations and the Law & Government Affairs Department for AT&T. She is a member of NCTA, CCTA and WICT. Lee-Ann holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Chico. A Bay Area native, Lee-Ann lives in San Francisco with her partner Randy.

The Boys & Girls Club enriches the lives of children with fun and educational programs, whether it is in the areas of academics, arts and culture or health and fitness. Special programs like Power Hour (homework assistance), one-on-one tutoring, special electives, field-trips and guest speakers augment and enhance a child's learning-all for free, or at minimal annual cost. I'm a board-member because I want to be a part of this organization's promise to the families they serve-high-quality after-school programs and services for families that would otherwise have nothing.

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Daniel Dadoun

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Darren Kelley

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Diana Gaither

Diana Gaither, vice president, Institutional Marketing Support, oversees the global marketing communications organization for the institutional division at Franklin Templeton Investments. This includes developing and managing marketing and web strategy in the United States, United Kingdom, Asia, and Australia to support global business development, client service, and consultant relations initiatives. Responsibilities also include brand management, thought leadership, and compliance management. Prior to joining Franklin Templeton Institutional, Ms. Gaither was responsible for managing the marketing and public relations initiatives at Waddell & Reed, Inc. Prior to this position, she worked at Payless ShoeSource in communications management. Ms. Gaither holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Organizational Communications and Spanish, and a Master of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Kansas. She holds NASD Series 6 and 26 licenses and serves on the Board of Directors of PAICR (Professional Association for Investment Communications Resources) and the Boys & Girls Club. Diana is a Peninsula resident.

The Boys & Girls Club not only has remarkable after-school programming, but the way in which kids learn leaves room for exploration and discovery. Children are self-empowered learners-every class is participatory, hands-on or team focused. I'm particularly impressed with the Keystone Club which cultivates leadership qualities through special service or community projects that are teen-led. This kind-of "real-world" education is invaluable, and gives kids a sense of direction and hope.

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Michael Stempien

Owner and Manager of Minute Man Press in San Mateo, Mike is proud to be the first printer in San Mateo County to 'Go Green' and apply with the Bay Area Green Business Program-an agency that promotes environmental compliance, pollution prevention and resource conservation. Before becoming a business owner, Mike worked in Software Development for over 20 years, offering consulting services for several Bay Area companies. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from San Francisco State University. A Bay Area resident for 31 years, Mike lives on the Peninsula with his wife Linda. They have three grown children: Kerry, Brian, and John, and 1 grandchild, Nathan.

Having positive childhood experiences is the most important factor in leading a happy, productive and successful life. Kids need to have balance and structure in their lives. The Boys & Girls Club helps create this foundation by providing them with a safe place to go after-school. Running basketball, football and soccer leagues; homework assistance, art, science and computer programs. All of this establishes and maintains structure in their lives.

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Will Archie

Will brings his rich professional background to the Boys & Girls Club as a Technology professional and the Founder and Managing Partner of Bay Area Paintball in Burlingame. An experienced manager, Will is a proven leader. His entrepreneurial, financial and project management skills are matched by his expertise in setting strategic direction, business-process reengineering and focus on managing customer impact initiatives for industry leaders such as Oracle and McKesson, among others. Will completed his undergraduate study at the University of Rochester and completed his Master of Business Administration at Cornell University. A Bay Area resident for 9 years, Will lives on the Peninsula with his wife Lori and their three children.

I want to be an advocate of children in both principle and practice. Through educational and sports programs, I believe that the mission of the Boys & Girls Club-"to inspire and encourage all young people to realize their full potential"-can be achieved without question.

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Susan Lin

Susan Lin, MD is a board certified obstetrics-gynecologist practicing in the San Francisco Bay area for 18 years. Dr. Susan Lin graduated from Boston University School Six Year Medical Program with a NIH Cancer Research Fellowship. She completed her postdoctoral training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Kaiser Permanente Oakland, Felix Rutledge Oncology Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center and Galloway Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Susan Lin is a fellow of American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Board of OB/GYN, American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Expert Reviewer for Medical Board of California and served as Assistant Clinical Professor of OB/GYN for UCSF School of Medicine. Dr. Lin owns and operates MD Laser & Cosmetics Center in San Mateo California and is also the president of La Canada Venture Inc. holding the patent for new cosmetic lash product. Dr. Lin is married with two children and enjoys gardening, cooking, reading and researching new aesthetic products.

I am involved with the Boys & Girls Club to help the future of our country, which is our children.

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