Board of Directors
Board of Directors |
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 Barry Hensiek, ChairBarry Hensiek has been on the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena (FLPP) board of directors since 2002. He donates his time and services as the organization's chief accountant, responsible for all monthly and yearly reporting, compliance with fiscal requirements for nonprofits, and the general management of accounts. Barry is a lifetime Pasadena resident, and has practiced public accounting in Pasadena for over 20 years. He is the Managing Partner of Hensiek & Caron Certified Public Accountants, a firm in Old Pasadena. He also serves on the boards of Old Pasadena Management District and the Los Angeles Chapter of the California Society of CPAs.
 David Scheidemantle, Vice PresidentSince 2002, David Scheidemantle has provided in kind legal services as the attorney for the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena, and is also a founding board member. He has been instrumental in developing business and legal plans for the organization. David also has an interest in music, and is a member of both the Westcoast Chairman's Council of the American Friends of the Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra and the Suzuki Music Association of California. David and his family have lived in the Pasadena community for over ten years, and are involved with PolyTechnic School and the Los Angeles Children's Chorus, along with other local organizations. He is the Co-Managing Partner of Connonwood Scheidemantle, LLP.
 Floraline Ingram Stevens, SecretaryFloraline Stevens joined the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena's board in 2004. Floraline has received national recognition for her prominence in educational testing. She was a Principal Evaluator for the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Her current focus relates to the effects of standardized testing on minority students. She is the Principal Consultant and President of her program evaluation and research company, Floraline I. Stevens & Associates. Floraline and her family are lifetime residents of Pasadena, and she is quite active in local charities that promote diversity.
 Yolanda Oliver, TreasurerYolanda Oliver joined the Levitt Pavilion's board of directors in the fall of 2007. She worked at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena for almost thirty years, specializing in information systems engineering and earth science data systems. She is a member of the Society of Women Engineers and the Los Angeles Council of Black Professional Engineers, and has recieved three NASA Group Achievement awards. Yolanda is currently co-owner and Vice President of Oliver & Associates, a Land Planning and Residential Development Company based in Pasadena.
 Elizabeth Levitt Hirsch, Vice President EmeritusElizabeth Levitt Hirsch, vice president of the Mortimer Levitt Foundation, is responsible for creating the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Pasadena. Since the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena's inception, Elizabeth has been instrumental in raising funds, creating a business plan, demonstrating an active presence with local government officials and arts organizers, and working on all board committees, to ensure long-term success for the organization. She travels throughout the country to music conferences to bring the message of the Old Pasadena Levitt Pavilion to national recognition. Elizabeth has a lifelong history of charity work, serving on numerous nonprofit boards that foster arts appreciation.
 Christine AdamsChristine Adams is a federal criminal prosecutor for the United States Department of Justice. A mother of two and stepmother of three, she has been involved with a number of children's organizations over the years. Currently, Christine also serves on the board of the Women's Care Cottage, which provides housing and services for homeless women and children. She joined the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion in order to work with our Levitt Loves Kids, Levitt in the Schools, and Children's Night programs.
 Sara AnjargolianSara Anjargolian joined the Levitt Pavilion's board of directors in the fall of 2007. She is an attorney and currently serves as a policy advisor to Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo and as a liaison to the Armenian community. Sara is also a Fulbright scholar, an accomplished photographer and writer, and is a board member of the Armenian Center for the Arts and the Kanach Foundation (an environmental NGO in Armenia).
 Claire BrianClaire Brian has been on the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion, Pasadena board since 2003. She has been instrumental in creating and developing the "Levitt Loves Kids" Program, which gives talented young performing artists the opportunity to build confidence, perform in front of a live audience, and open for professional artists. Claire and her husband, Brad Brian, have raised their children in the Pasadena community, and continue to be benefactors of arts organizations, specifically those that encourage youth participation in the performing arts.
 Darrell G. BrookeDarrell G. Brooke is a partner of Taylor Summers Rhodes Rasmussen Brooke & Woodard LLP, and specializes in estate planning and taxation law. He received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Southern California and went on to study law at Southwestern University School of Law. He is a member of the State Bar of California, the American Bar Association, and Old Pasadena Business & Professional Association, where he served as President from 1995-1997. Darrell became involved with the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena as a member of our 2008 gala committee, and his dedication and expertise led to an invitation to join the Board of Directors in the fall of 2008.
 Joanna BrunoJoanna Bruno was selected from the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion, Pasadena's advisory board to join the board of directors in 2005. Joanna Bruno and her family are lifelong residents of the San Gabriel Valley. Her expertise has made her a valuable asset to many financial institutions and advisory boards, and she has supported women's financial incentives within small business administration organizations. Day to day, Joanna advises financial intuitions on how to provide business services to diverse communities.
 Stephanie J. FergusonStephanie Ferguson joined the Levitt Pavilion's Board of Directors in the fall of 2007 after being a dedicated member of the 2007 gala committee. As a gala committee member, she assisted in collecting auction items and securing sponsorships to make that year's gala our most successful yet. Stephanie is an Assistant Dean at the University of Southern California, and prior to that she was a practicing attorney. She and her husband, who is an attorney, enjoy playing music in their spare time, and are enthusiastic supporters of the performing arts. Stephanie is co-chairing our 2008 gala.
 Nic FetterNic Fetter joined the Levitt Pavilion's board of directors in the fall of 2007. He is a development associate and property manager for Samuelson and Fetter, based in the San Gabriel Valley. Nic is a Pasadena resident and a member of the Urban Land Institute. He serves on the Friends of the Levitt Pavilion Pasadena Executive Committee, and is also a 2008 gala co-chair.
 Jan HarringtonJan Harrington joined the Levitt Pavilion's board of directors in the fall of 2007 after being a supporter and volunteer since the Levitt's inception. She is the owner of the Pasadena based company Jan and Company Construction, and works with the City of Pasadena to provide construction for Affordable Housing. Jan is on the Women of Pasadena board, mentors for Women at Work, and is a volunteer for the Pasadena Historical Society.
 Gene MasudaGene Masuda joined the Levitt Pavilion's board of directors in the fall of 2007. He is the former President and CEO of the Pacifico Employment Agency Corporation in Los Angeles. Gene lives in Pasadena with his family, and is the President of the Eaton Blanche Park Neighborhood Association. He is also an appointed Commissioner to the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer Affairs Advisory Commission by Supervisor Michael Antonovich, a member of the Pasadena Open Space Preservation and the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce.
 Richard SeymourRichard Seymour is a musical perfomer and educator. He has performed with the Los Angeles Music Center Opera, Long Beach Civic Light Opera and Guild Opera of Southern California. He was also a member of the Gilbert & Sullivan repertory company, Opera A La Carte, where he performed across the country in various musical productions. Richard was the Music Supervisor on Shari Lewis’ Emmy-award winning PBS show, featuring the beloved puppet Lamb Chop. Richard has also produced numerous fundraisers benefitting City of Hope, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and the UCLA Neuro-Oncology Department, among others. He developed the music program at Valentine and Carver schools in San Marino, and is the founder and director of the San Marino Summer Theatre Camp.
FoundersDouglas Huberman Barbosa Polverini Community AdvisorsGlenda Gillison |