Nataly Andrade–Dominguez

Nataly Andrade–Dominguez (student)
President, Associated Students, Inc. (Ex Officio)

Nataly currently serves as the President of Associated Students, Inc. (ASI). She is a fourth year student at Sacramento State and grew up in Pacoima, California. She is majoring in political science. Creating a community of caring and support for students is high on her agenda as ASI President.

Melissa Bardo

Melissa Bardo ’16 (Biological Sciences)
Associate Director of Policy and Government Relations, Education Trust-West

During her studies at Sacramento State, Melissa served as the ASI President, in addition to several other leadership and volunteer roles. Melissa was a first-generation college student and the first in her family to attend graduate school, earning a Master of Public Health (MPH) at UC Davis. Since completing her graduate degree, she has been working in higher education policy. Melissa experienced the transformational power of higher education at Sac State and currently works to advance educational equity for college students across the state.

Jacob Bisler

Jacob Bisler ’21 (Economics)
Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch
GOLD Alumni Council Representative (Ex Officio)

Jacob Bisler is a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch; he believes in empowering individuals and fostering financial stability through comprehensive planning. As a proud third-generation Hornet, Jacob earned his bachelor’s degree in Economics. From his time at the university, the values and culture still ring true and are an integral part of his identity. Jacob is deeply engaged in the Sacramento community, dedicating much of his time to philanthropic efforts as a member of the Active 20-30 Club. Through his work, Jacob strives to better the situation of our local underprivileged youth.

Olivia Cano

Olivia Cano '17 (Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration)
Community Engagement & Events Manager, Greater Sacramento Economic Council

Olivia is a proud Sacramento native with nearly a decade of experience organizing high-impact events for the Greater Sacramento region's elected officials, business leaders and community members. In her current role at Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC), Olivia drives regional economic development through strategic community engagement initiatives and educational programming. In addition to sitting on the Sacramento State Alumni Association board, Olivia is a Teach For America California Capital Valley Advisory board member, as well as a member of Visit Sacramento's LGBTQ Advisory Committee.

Saori Choulos

Saori Choulos ’93, MBA ’12 (Business Administration)
GOLD Alumni Council Liaison
Executive Coach, GEICO

Saori is passionate about helping people realize their full potential and currently serves as an executive coach at GEICO. She brings over 20 years of leadership and management experience in the fields of banking, insurance, and non-profits. Saori earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in business administration from Sacramento State and is a Senior Fellow of the American Leadership Forum, Class XX and the Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program, Class III. She resides in the Washington D.C. area and remains engaged in the Sacramento community.

Dr. De-Laine Cyrenne

Dr. De-Laine Cyrenne '05, '07 MA (Psychology)
Retirees Association Representative (Ex Officio)

Dr. Cyrenne was a faculty member in the Department of Psychology at Sacramento State. After receiving her master’s in psychology from Sacramento State in 2007, she obtained her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of St Andrews in Scotland, in the field of Behavioral Neuroscience. Dr. Cyrenne taught at Sacramento State from Spring 2012 to Summer 2023 before retiring, though she continues as a consultant on grant projects with the Center for Teaching and Learning. While teaching, she served as the faculty representative to the Alumni Association Board of Directors for several years, a role she is proud to reprise as the representative for the Sac State Retirees' Association.

Rebecca Delmundo

Rebecca Delmundo '02 (Business Admin/Marketing)
Assistant Vice President of Community Relations, SAFE Credit Union

Rebecca Delmundo is a dynamic leader with over 20 years’ experience in the financial industry. She currently leads a team of financial educators and experts at SAFE Credit Union who ensure its employees, members, and the community are provided with holistic and innovative solutions to enhance and maintain their financial well-being. Prior to serving at SAFE, Rebecca led Golden 1 Credit Union’s financial education team where she was responsible for the organization’s financial education programs. Rebecca and her husband Edward live in Elk Grove with their three children and in her spare time she enjoys exercising, reading, and volunteering with local non-profit organizations.

Dr. Tracy Hamilton

Dr. Tracy Dawn Hamilton '93 (Mathematics)
Professor, Sacramento State
Faculty Representative (Ex Officio)

Dr. Hamilton is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience as a professor of Mathematics at California State University, Sacramento. Passionate about both teaching and academic leadership, she has dedicated her career to fostering student success and advancing shared governance within the CSU system. In addition to her teaching, Dr. Hamilton has more than six years of experience with the Academic Senate of the California State University (ASCSU), including five years contributing to intersegmental committees. Recently elected Secretary of the ASCSU for the 2024-25 academic year, she is committed to supporting collaboration and innovation across the CSU. Dr. Hamilton earned her B.A. in Mathematics from CSU Sacramento and her Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. When not engaged in professional activities, she enjoys travelling, baking, and spending time with her family in the Sacramento area.

David Inniss

David Inniss, MBA '04
Director of Product Management, Luxer

David Inniss is a graduate of WestPoint, where he earned a bachelor’s in Computer Science. He holds an MBA from Sac State and a Doctorate in Education Leadership and Management from Drexel University. With a 20-year career in technology, David has a passion for helping organizations leverage human capital to boost productivity, inspire innovation and enhance culture. He currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Sacramento-based Luxer One and as a grad school professor at William Jessup University. Dr. Inniss is a father of two teenage boys and lives by the mantra “Pave the way, bridge gaps, and serve others!”

Ted Kappel

Ted Kappel ’95 (Business Administration)
CEO/President, Kappel Mortgage Group, Inc.

Ted is the founder of Kappel Mortgage Group, Inc (KMG), a Sacramento-based mortgage brokerage firm where he currently serves as CEO. Under his leadership, KMG has grown into a respected player in the Sacramento business community, earning accolades for its exceptional customer service, production, and community involvement. Ted is an active member of the East Sacramento community, having served as President of the East Sacramento Chamber of Commerce and sponsoring and creating numerous community events like "The Taste of East Sacramento", local schools, sports teams, and neighborhood events like Pops in the Park. He also volunteers in the community and is committed to creating a win-win environment for all. During his time at Sac State, Ted served as the President of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, chapter Cal XI, and developed a passion for leadership and community service that has defined his career.

Matt Knutsen

Matt Knutsen ’07 (Civil Engineering)
Principal, Peoples Associates Structural Engineers (PASE)

As principal and COO at PASE, a growing international structural engineering firm, Matt focuses on developing managers and leaders, expanding customer relationship networks, and optimizing operations for scalable growth. A lifelong learner passionate about business and human psychology, Matt has furthered his education by earning a Master’s in Structural Engineering from San Jose State University and an MBA from Cal State East Bay, complementing his undergraduate studies at Sacramento State. Following his MBA studies, Matt gained experience in venture capital which offered the opportunity to serve startups and young leaders by leveraging his experience in operations and business development.

Ron Lam

Ron Lam ’84 (Business Administration)
Founder/Managing Director, Trifecta Management Group (TMG)

Ron is the founder/managing director of Trifecta Management Group (TMG), a concept development, management, marketing, and consulting firm, specializing in the entertainment/restaurant industry. Prior to TMG, he was CEO/President of GameWorks (a Universal Studios/DreamWorks/Sega entertainment joint venture), SVP/CFO of Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) and Corporate Director of Planning for MCA Inc./Universal Studios. Ron’s board experience includes both non-profit and for-profit organizations, including Mandarins of Sacramento, Inc., 2020 USA Olympic Track & Field Trials (venue), USH Discover a Star and CentroMart Inc. While at Sac State, Ron was the President of the inaugural Asian Student Union and was awarded the Senior Achievement Award. He has his MBA (with honors) from University of Southern California.

Doug McCauley

Doug McCauley ’87 (Government)
California's 24th Real Estate Commissioner (ret.); Owner, IMPACT advocacy

Sacramento State was the launching pad for Doug’s public service career. The Sacramento Semester internship, late-night study groups in Sutter Hall, and his favorite professor who encouraged him to speak up were instrumental in his experiences. Before serving as Real Estate Commissioner, he was Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Housing and Community Development and Executive Officer of the California Architects Board. Doug and his wife Lisa (also a Hornet) live in Sacramento and are active in several local organizations.

Noel Mora

Noel Mora '18, MPPA '21
Community Partnership Coordinator, Sacramento State
University Staff Representative (Ex Officio)

Noel has consistently demonstrated his dedication to public service and advocacy. As the Community Partnership Coordinator at Sacramento State, Noel works to expand student engagement in academic internships, community-based research, and service learning, and has established partnerships with hundreds of organizations. He previously worked as Program Coordinator at the Serna Center. Noel has also served in various roles including Trustee for the Natomas Unified School District, Board Member for the YMCA of Superior California, and Board Member of the Stonewall Foundation of Greater Sacramento.

Kristy Prince

Kristy Prince ’06 (Communication Studies)
Senior Technical Program Manager, G-P

Kristy has more than 15 years of experience in program management in product and technology organizations. She currently supports the Information Technology group at G-P, a global SaaS company providing services to help businesses hire employees around the world. Kristy is Past-Chair of the Metro Chamber’s Leadership Sacramento Alumni Association where she led programming for the 900+ alumni network. She also volunteers for Single Mom Strong, coaching women re-entering the workforce.

Michael Reza

Michael Reza
VP of University Advancement (Ex Officio)

Michael is an established leader that believes higher education can transform the lives of individuals, communities, and society. Michael leads the university’s advancement efforts; including alumni relations, development, and operations. Michael has more than 19 years of experience in higher education advancement at large public and small private institutions. Prior to Sacramento State, he served as Associate Vice President for Portland Development and Alumni Engagement at the University of Oregon and as Vice President for Advancement at George Fox University. Michael’s career has also included progressive roles in advancement at the University of Arizona, UC Irvine and Oregon State University. He is an active volunteer with CASE and completed his term as Chair of CASE District VIII in June 2022 and has served on the faculty for Major Gift Strategies, Minority Advancement Institute, and Newcomers to Advancement.

Mariana Sabeniano

Mariana Sabeniano '06 (Government)
Chief of Staff, California State Senate

A first-generation college graduate, Mariana believes that education is the greatest equalizer which led her to public service. Mariana has fourteen years of experience in government and public service. She currently serves as a Trustee on the Sacramento County Board of Education and as Chief of Staff to Senator Monique Limon. She is actively involved with organizations throughout Sacramento and statewide. Mariana has participated in several leadership programs, such as Nueva Epoca 2021, Leadership Sacramento 2020 and the Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP), Class X. In 2015, she earned her Master of Science in Law from McGeorge School of Law. Mariana has volunteered extensively with the Hornets Policy and Politics Alumni (HPPA) Chapter, serving as Past President, and has been a lifetime member of the Alumni Association, since 2015.

Tim Shestek

Tim Shestek '91 (Government)
Senior Director of State Affairs, American Chemistry Council

In his role with the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the major trade association representing the U.S. chemical and plastics industry, Tim is responsible for developing and implementing ACC’s lobbying and government affairs efforts in 13 western states. In addition to his Sacramento State degree, he graduated from the UC Davis specialized public relations program. During his time as a student, Tim was on the Men’s Golf team and has remained active with the athletics program.

Dr. Kristen Tudor

Dr. Kristen Tudor, MA '02 (Communication Studies), Ed.D. '21
Chief of Staff, Sacramento State
President's Office Designee (Ex Officio)

Kristen is a higher education leader with more than 25 years of experience as both a faculty member and administrator. Before joining the Office of the President in 2021, she was Sac State’s director of debate and a faculty member in the Communication Studies Department for 18 years. Kristen came to Sac State to pursue a master’s degree in 2002 and has been a member of the Hornet Family ever since.

Karen Zamarripa

Karen Zamarripa, MPPA '01
CSO/President, Karen Zamarripa Consulting

Karen has over four decades of experience in higher education, legislative matters and state budgeting
including 25 years leading the California State University (CSU) Advocacy and State Relations office. She
came to Sacramento as a Senate Fellow after completing her Urban and Regional Planning degree at the
University of Southern California (USC). She established her own consulting firm in 2016 and has since
worked for all segments of public and private higher education as well as Head Start, the College Futures
Foundation, and the Representatives of California Rural Counties (RCRC).

University Foundation Board Representative

TBD
University Foundation Board Representative (Ex Officio)