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Director of Education

California Agricultural Leadership Foundation

Eureka, California

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At a night market in Vientiane, Laos; enjoying the fruits of good work, surrounded by some of my favorite people on the planet and laughing with a best friend. Sweaty and happy.

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The journey ahead for already brilliant, accomplished people to see themselves, their capacity and their impact through an infinite lens!

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Soccer, hiking, swimming, being outside, Patch adventures, reading, curiosity, traveling, general mischief and merriment

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Anthony Bourdain, Jane Goodall, Ronaldo, Winston Churchill, Holmes

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Programs Manager

CA Ag Leadership Foundation

Salinas, CA

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Vibing on a body of water, hanging with great people, doing good work and taking stock of what's important in life.

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I look forward to getting to know you beyond just the big three listed in the news release and to being an ardent supporter of your continued growth and development in the program.

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Dance, Rita adventures, cooking, travel, going to concerts, being with family.

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2peoplecooking (Chuck & Hailee), Sean Evans, Dolly Parton, Kyle & Rita

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Manager of the Pest Management Research Portfolio

Almond Board of California

Modesto, CA

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Exploring somewhere new, in this photo Australia. Spending time with friends and thinking of the next great meal I'm going to eat.

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meeting new people and setting designated time to self-reflect and work on personal growth.

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Director Brand & Industry Communications

California Prune Board

Carmichael, CA

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Traveling, tennis, golf, reading and eventually, I'll get back into pottery.

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Enjoying the ride with my sweetheart in Palm Springs. Soaking in the mid-mod architecture and grabbing a bite to eat somewhere great.

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President/CEO

Crane Mills

Tehama, CA

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Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, and Octavia Butler

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Supervising Agricultural/Standards Inspector

County of San Diego, Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

Oceanside, CA

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Varietal Development Supervisor

Planasa

Watsonville, CA

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President

California Association of Winegrape Growers

Lodi / Sacramento

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Exploring somewhere new (Chichen Itza above) with my love. Soaking in a new culture, eating some good local grub and then relaxing by the beach.

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Taking in Lake Louise in Banff, Canada. A lover of the outdoors, hiking, and exploring new places.

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Meeting everyone and forming new connections. Growing into an impactful leader and learning new things along the way!

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getting to meet and learn from each person in this class!

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Expanding my network and diving into a new adventure. I look forward to big things to come from the things we learn together.

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Out in the woods. An early morning, waking up with the forest. The sharp scent of fresh-cut timber, the distant wail of chainsaws, heavy thuds from falling trees, and the hum of nearby machinery. A symphony for the senses.

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Hiking and exploring, reading and podcasts, drinking wine, and watching sports. And yes, I am aware I need some actual hobbies.

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Traveling, football & baseball games, going to concerts, reading, cooking, hanging with the family and getting some beach time in.

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Robin Williams, J. K. Rowling, Anthony Bourdain

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Seeking out thrills with my kiddos like zip lining. Museums, dining out, and cultural exploration, travel and gatherings with my family and neighbors. Dancing, walking and weight lifting.

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Jane Goodall, Robert Mondavi, and John Wooden.

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Since November 2024 golf has been my natural habitat, and it nicely created a symbiosis relationship with my previous natural habitat which was behind the wheel/airports. I really enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures and foods. Now some of that has been exploring new golf courses while still continuing to get better on the course.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Steve Martin, Eleanor Roosevelt

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...jumping in to the proverbial deep-end with a diverse group of like-minded individuals.

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Family adventures, camping, fly-fishing, turkey hunting, gardening, cooking, reading, growing trees.

All Blacks & Black Caps.

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My late grandparents, but before they were grandparents.

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Field Compliance Advisor, Plant Science Instructor

Center Safe Ag, Ventura College

Ventura, CA

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I'm always finding fun and beautiful places to enjoy around the world and in the back yard of Ventura County. I love being with my friends and family and their furry friends, getting a little lost while enjoying great food, wine, and ambiance.

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Meeting all of you, networking, and creating lasting relationships!

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Hosting fabulous dinner parties, tablescaping, cake decorating, painting, ballet, wine tasting, decorating for Christmas, crafting anything I can think of, dynamic and deep conversations.

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Executive Director

Sequoia Riverlands Trust

Visalia, CA

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For loving to host dinner parties this question is tough... I'd love to share dinner with anyone open to an interesting conversation.

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On the South Fork of the Kaweah River - this is home!

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Vice President / Partner; Claims Adjuster

Jarran Ag Services / Global Ag Insurance Services, LLC

Yuba City, CA

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Meeting new people

Expanding my circle

Learning from everyone

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Reading, writing, hiking, spending time with family, karate, travel, and good food!

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Controller/Office Manager & President

Strain Farming Company & SSS Farms

Woodland, Ca

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Brené Brown and my great-grandmother Angelina when she was around my current age and stage...that's two different dinners, though! ;)

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This photo encapsulates two of the things I love the most: family and agriculture! Driving around the orchards with my kids in the truck are some of my favorite moments.

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... I'm very excited to meet everyone and having a new group of friends that are like minded and people I can learn from. Also, I'm excited to learn more about myself, growing as an individual, and the great experiences that I know are on the way.

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Traveling, going to new restaurants, cooking, golf, reading, coaching baseball, concerts, movies, and watching a good documentary.

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Gordan Ramsay, Tiger Woods, Tom Brady, and Larry Ellison.

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Mid-season rice field check wearing anything but jeans when it’s going to be >90 degrees. Leisurely drive around fields (and maybe some water level manipulation) followed by an afternoon or evening with friends, family or both. Always makes me feel close to my ancestors and people I’ve lost. Country music, poor vocals, slightly sweaty, grounded in my work and always a smile.

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Connections, learning with and from my fellow classmates and beyond! Finding those people who encourage and support me, challenge me, and are wanting for the same from me.

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Golfing, gardening, time with family, art projects, comedy shows, volunteering, reading, new food spots, travel, intellectual conversations, hugs, and basically any social event where I can meet people where fun will be had

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My paternal grandfather, Ronald Reagan, Eleanor Roosevelt, and I reserve the right to invite more 😋

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Owner, CFO and VP of Operations, PCA, Commodities Broker, and Contracts Manager

McArthur Farm Supply, Inc.

Fall River Mills, CA

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This is one of my mobile offices. It's where I can find solace in the busy world. This is a side of me very few are able to see.

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This great journey us 24 strangers are able to embark on together and the relationships we get to craft along the way.

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Devoting my Saturdays in the Fall to watching my Texas Longhorns play football, hunting in the winter, watching the San Francisco Giants in the spring and boating in the summer. I also spend countless hours with my family and friends when possible.

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Al Capone for business purposes. Robin Williams for the entertainment. Mother Teresa so she could pray for us.

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Director of Sales and Business Development

Carriere Family Farms

Chico, Ca

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Husband, dad, and adventurer. My wife and I are raising two very active boys (which I’ll admit is partly my doing!). I love being outdoors, challenging myself physically and mentally, and I’ve been hooked on backpacking ever since I first set foot on the trail years ago. Work has me traveling the world selling nuts, but my favorite moments are spent in nature with my wife, kids, and friends.

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Thrilled for the challenges ahead and what we'll all learn from each other.

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Kids, wife, family, outdoors, travel, exploring foreign grocery/markets, putting myself in uncomfortable situations.

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Senior Business Representative

BASF Corporation

Fresno,CA

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Out in nature with a cup of coffee patiently waiting for sunrise and for mother nature to wake up. It's where I can get away from technology and recharge my own battery.

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meeting, working with and building memories with 23 fellows from diverse backgrounds with similar goals and a desire to make a difference.

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learning more about all of you and getting to experience this with you all. I am ready for the challenges and experiences that are to come.

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Traveling, hunting, fishing, cooking, concerts, gardening, family time, and always up for a new adventure.

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Golf, traveling, sporadic runner (typically run 5k when I do), concerts, watching sports (49ers Season ticket holder), having frequent catch-up dinners with friends and spending time with family!

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Late grandparents and family members that have passed.

father, my siblings and their kids.

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My maternal grandparents and great-grandparents—I miss my grandparents and, in addition, my maternal great-grandparents because they lived what I gathered was a wildly adventurous life (which I didn't get to learn enough about).

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My great grandfather and grandfather, Royce S. Bringhurst and Victor Voth (pivotal strawberry breeders), Barry Bonds, John Daly, Cody Johnson

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Owner/Winemaker

Tolenas Vineyards and Winery

Suisun Valley

Fairfield, Ca

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At the lake on a boat playing with family and friends. Listening to a curated boat playlist, enjoying a cold beverage and wind in my hair.

Although, it took me all night to find a photo of me outside of a vineyard! ....this easily could have been subbed for a vineyard photo, riding a 4wheeler, tasting fruit, and or harvesting!

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Growing as a person and leader.

Meeting new people - its like the first day of school all over again (love it!)

Traveling around the state, country, and world with a trusted fun group!

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Camping, boating, fishing, horseback riding, wine, food, 4H leader, youth sports mom (travel baseball, jujitsu, flag football), and family time!

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It would be a big table! All four of my grandparents to tell all the stories I didn't get to hear, or didn't fully appreciate when I was little. Add in Julia Child, what I would give to see her in the kitchen with my two Italian grandmas, then talk about all her challenges breaking into her field. Robin Williams for extra entertainment.

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Vineyard Manager

Monterey Pacific

Paso Robles, Ca

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On the water.

Whether it be learning deep sea fishing, spending time with family at Lake Tahoe or simply hanging out at the beach or by the pool, being by the water just makes everything better.

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Meeting everyone and collectively taking on this opportunity/challenge. Can’t wait for whatever comes our way and growing together!

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Coaching youth sports, rooting on my Bay Area teams (9ers, Giants, Warriors), the rare opportunity to get on the golf course and enjoy 18 holes, taking on outdoor yard projects and hanging out with family and friends enjoying great food and wine.

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One huge family dinner including my late grandparents. The opportunity for our kids to sit at the same table and hear their stories would be magical.

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Vice President - Credit Approval

AgWest Farm Credit

San Luis Obispo, CA

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Walking our Great Dane around our neighborhood, surrounded by the hills and vineyards in our area, counting how many times people make jokes about needing a saddle. 

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The challenges that lie ahead of all of us, learning from each other, and the bonds that will be made throughout this program.

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Ag Teacher

Galt High School

Elk Grove, CA

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Gardening, Golfing, learning new things, books/podcasts about human history, coaching high school football, spending time with friends and family.

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Pete Carroll

Michael Pollan

Gordon Ramsay

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Vintner / GM

Kirchhoff Family Wines

Clarksburg, CA

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Taking a hike with my family in Yosemite, introducing my kids to nature and the amazing natural world we live in :)

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I'm probably most excited to travel and get outside my comfort zone, seeing new perspectives. I love getting outside my bubble, finding out new ways of thinking.

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Playing or listening to music, cooking, hiking/ camping, boating, skiing, designing, and brewing beer 🍺

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Leonardo Da Vinci

Leonardo Dicaprio

Socrates

and my wife (we always share plates)

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In my natural habitat

A car full of flowers with music blasting is my favorite place to be.

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Growing beyond my classroom with a group of new people who have like minded goals… and travel. I’m always excited about traveling.

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Reading, running and cooking are my favorite ways to unwind. I spend a lot of time with my family and as much time as I can outdoors hiking or exploring new places.