2026 Leadership Team
We are pleased to share the exciting news of the newly elected Executive Board and Leadership Team for the La Cañada Flintridge Sister Cities Association.
This dedicated group of volunteers brings a wealth of experience, energy, and commitment to advancing our mission of fostering international friendship, cultural exchange, and meaningful youth programs. We are grateful for their willingness to serve and lead our organization throughout the rest of 2026.
The new Executive Board and Leadership Team includes:
Front row (l-r): Marvin Inouye, Dona Mitoma, Co-Presidents Vicki Schwartz & Tamar Tujian, Gina Ricci, Stephanie Sernett
Middle row (l-r): Sheri Morton, Grace Tan-Wang, Linda Roth, Caroline Anderson, Christine Chant, Elysa Del Guercio, Lynne Graves, Kathy Kovalcik
Back row (l-r): Gabriel Mendham Chuck, Denise Gunter, Stephanie Kambe, Bruce Seuylemezian, Jim Kambe
Not pictured: Alison Davitt, Mindy DiPaolo, Mikaho Hara, Minako Iwanaga, Kathy Kumagai, Wes Kumagai, Komako Leland, Michael Lombardo, Makiko Nakasone, Amy Nespor, Joe Radabaugh, Mary Serles, Karen Tanji, Anne Trujillo, Terry Walker
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our outgoing board members for their leadership, time, and many contributions to our organization. Their efforts have helped strengthen our programs and community connections in lasting ways.
Looking ahead, we are excited to continue building on our strong foundation—with a focus on expanding membership, enhancing our youth and cultural programs, and creating more opportunities for community engagement.
Please join us in welcoming and supporting our new leadership. We warmly invite you to be part of this effort. Membership is open to all, and entry level membership is just $100 to support and grow the programs that make Sister Cities so special.