The people behind the Village

It Takes a Village

Behind every event, neighborhood project, and new idea are people who care about Yosemite Street Village. Our board members give their time, talents, and local connections to keep things organized, support our businesses, and bring neighbors together. Meet the people helping make it happen for the Village.

Executive Leadership

Miguel Guillen, President

Miguel Guillen

President

Communications & Community Engagement

Laura Garcia, Vice President

Laura Garcia

Vice President

Events & Business Relations

Cristal Verduzco, Treasurer

Cristal Verduzco

Treasurer

Neighborhood Cleanup Coordination

Katie Machado, Secretary

Katie Machado

Secretary

Board Records & Meeting Coordination

Village Advisors

Leslie Nakao-Edman, Village Advisor

Leslie Nakao-Edman

Advisor

CEO of the Central Valley Asian-American Chamber of Commerce. Supports Yosemite Street Village through community revitalization, business collaboration, and neighborhood engagement.

Gene Tibon, Village Advisor

Gene Tibon

Advisor

Owner of Tibon’s Goju Ryu Fighting Arts. Serves in multiple leadership roles in martial arts organizations and advises Yosemite Street Village.

Additional Board Members

  • Dr. Leslie Liberty
  • Saul Serna
  • Tamara Vargas
  • Chad Dorado
  • Eric Schwarzentraub