My SGV Podcast Kind Monster Productions

Javier Hernandez is a first-generation Mexican-American born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley area of Los Angeles County. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton. He later earned his Executive master’s degree in urban planning and development from the University of Southern California. Javier has nearly 20 years of experience advancing local, regional, and statewide public policy, political strategy, urban and multimodal transportation planning, capital infrastructure programming, and holistic community and economic development.

As the director of innovation and communications for the City of Pico Rivera, Javier oversees and manages regionally significant projects, strategic initiatives, legislative and public affairs, and special development programs. As an example, Javier is developing a robust transit-oriented, urban downtown community in Pico Rivera that fully integrates new parks and river revitalization, mass-transit alternatives, and a sports and entertainment district. Javier conceived, and is now leading regional efforts to establish and sustain an agglomeration economy in the Gateway Cites dedicated to the full product life cycle of micro electric vehicles. Javier has passionately devoted his career to driving equitable public and environmental outcomes by empowering communities to actively participate throughout civic decision-making processes.

Javier is passionate about music and is among the last generation of all-vinyl DJ's. He collects all sorts of oddities and is considered somewhat of a gear hack. He maintains an active lifestyle with a wide range of activities such as mountain and road cycling, handball, hiking, and circuit training. He enjoys camping, traveling, and making life-long memories with his wife, two daughters, and his Australian cattle dog, Canelo.

Website: www.pico-rivera.org

Card Question: What was your favorite subject in school?

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Music Credits

Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

Stinger
Scarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio Library

Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com

Olivia Loo, currently Director of International Students at Pasadena City College, has been in the field of international  education for over 15 years. A Chinese native who grew up in Panama, Olivia immigrated to the U.S. to complete college and earned both Bachelor's and Master's at the University of Southern California. Her journey in international education started with the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme, an English teaching program sponsored by the Japanese government, and since then, she has made a lifelong mission to support international students and their educational goals of studying in the U.S. Olivia presents extensively at conferences on international admissions and educational credentials, as well as mental health and wellness among international students. She lives in the San Gabriel Valley with her family. 

Instagram: @ollycky

Card Question: What is your best scar story?

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Music Credits

Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

Stinger
Scarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio Library

Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com

Audrie Gordon was born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley. She grew up in South San Gabriel and attended school in the area. Right after graduating from Schurr High in Montebello she had her first son and wasn’t sure what her next step should be. Not having any solid goals or guidance she began to get in more trouble and ended up in a downward spiral. Despite the trials she was always surrounded with people who were willing to share advice and encouragement. At 23 she decided to make some changes and began utilizing resources such as church, Homeboy Industries, twelve step programs and counseling to build a better life for her and her son. Today she has five children, loves being a mom in the San Gabriel Valley and is working on her MSW. Her goal is to build a violence and suicide prevention program for youth in the San Gabriel Valley. 

Instagram:  @theartofchangesgv


Card Question: What's your dream job if money didn't matter?

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Music Credits


Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library


Stinger
Scarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio Library


Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com

Mr. James De Pietro is a Partner at De Pietro Holdings LLC, a family-owned and operated commercial real estate investment company in Pasadena, CA. A member of the senior management team, James is involved with the strategic direction of the company while managing the company's daily operations with a focus on asset management, financial and market analysis, and business administration.

James holds a Master's of Business Administration degree from the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University and a  Bachelor's degree from American University in Political Science.

He currently serves as  a Board Member for Civitas Pasadena, a group dedicated to building  a place for discussion among a diverse and dynamic group of people, and was recently appointed to the Pasadena Community Access Corporation Board.

Previously, James was a member of Pasadena's Transportation Advisory Commission, where he served as Vice Chari and Chair, the City of Pasadena's South Lake Parking Place Commission, and the Executive Board of the Verdugo Hills Council of the Boy Scouts of America,

In 2020, James launched The Crown City Podcast and serves as its producer and host. The podcast seeks to explore the people and places that make our communities such a  special place to call home. With 42 episodes and counting, the podcast has hosted conversations with elected officials, historians, artists, and community advocates.

At a time when people are often divided and discourage, The Crown City Podcast is a  home for civil and civic-minded conversations about the good that surrounds us.

Email: james@thecrowncitypodcast.com
Website: thecrowncitypodcast.com
Instagram: @crowncitypodcast

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Music Credits


Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library


Stinger
Scarlet Fire (Sting), Otis McDonald, YouTube Audio Library


Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com

Carina Tsang is a mental health therapist with six years of experience working alongside diverse and vulnerable families and individuals to bring about change and inspire growth. Carina moved to the U.S. from Hong Kong to pursue her passion in mental health. Carina earned her bachelor degree in Psychology at UCLA, and Master in Social Work with a specialization in Adult Mental Health and Wellness at USC. From the medical field to the mental health field, she is not only a mental health clinician but also a medical social worker. She works with clients with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, schizophrenia, self-esteem issues, and relationship issues. Coming from a diverse cultural background, she values the importance of providing culturally congruent therapeutic services with a holistic approach. She also runs a private mental health practice that aims to bridge the cultural gap in therapy rooms.


Instagram: @carinaonly

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Music Credits

Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com

Commander Arthur Chi-Wing Fong was commissioned an Ensign in the United States Navy Reserve through the Direct Commissioning Officer program in 1997. He graduated form the Navy Supply Corps School Basic Qualification Course Navel Reserve (BQC-NR) Company 47th with the class Leadership Award in the year of 2000.

CDR Fong has a MA in Strategic Studies form the U.S. Army War College, an MBA in Finance and a B.S. in Information Systems, both from California State University, Los Angeles. He is JPME Phase II qualified through the U.S. Army War College. He completed his JPME Phase I through the U.S. Air Force Staff and Command School. Making history in 2006, he was the first to represent the U.S. Navy Reserve to attend the Royal Australian Navy Staff Acquaint Course in Australian Command  and Staff College. He is qualified both as  a Naval Aviation Supply Officer and Naval Expeditionary Supply Office. CDR Fong  has been awarded the Navy Commendation Medal  and the Navy Achievement Medal. He is certified by the Defense Language Institute with top scores on both Chinese Mandarin and Chinese Cantonese in the Defense Language Proficiency Test. He wrote various academic  papers in the US/China relationship and island disputes in the US Army War College.

 In 2017, he was competitively selected and converted to a Foreign Area Officer (FAO). In 2009, CDR Fong was selected as the First and Second Family Military Assistant Coordinator during the first Obama Presential Inauguration serving the president and vice-president families. CDR Fong served two years as the commanding officer in Naval Station Activity Bahrain DET G Las Vegas in 2010-2012.

CDR Fong has two daughters, Andrea and Tracy. CDR Fong completed eleven marathon races in his running career. In his civilian career, CDR Fong retired as a senior system analyst for LAPD IT Division after 30 years of dedicated service. He is an active licensed California real estate salesperson. He has served in the City of Monterey Park Planning Commission, Traffic Commission, and the Business Improvement & Development Commission. CDR Fong is the President of the Chinese-American Miliary Support, a no-profit organization that serves all armed forces member in his community. He was awarded the 2016 veteran service award by California State Senate district 22nd and was selected the 2011 veteran of the year in California Assembly 49th district. CDR Fong  is also recognized by 27th Congressional district honorable congresswoman Judy Chu for his dedication and contribution to the San Gabriel Valley California community.

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Music Credits

Intro
Like it Loud, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

Outro
Indecision, Dyalla, YouTube Audio Library

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My SGV Podcast:

www.mysgv.net
info@sgvmasterkey.com