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Chamber Ambassadors
Ambassador Committee
Benefits of Being an Ambassador
Ambassadors
Ambassador of the Year 2020 Miriam Key
“We offer health and wellness product solutions for weight loss, energy and performance, and healthy aging. This triple-faceted approach ensures that our top-of-the-line products are sure to please all, and can easily be tailored to fit any goal. Our product solutions are the highest quality, always natural, with no-compromise ingredients.
We decided last year to make a change in our home-based business that would enable us to be at home, and joined the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce in November 2014. We are already stunned at the progress we’ve made in our business, just by being affiliated with the wonderful individuals at the Chamber office.
We have the privilege of working with other business leaders, as well as a steadfast Chamber office that has a true commitment to advancing our community. They promote local business like no other! May this serve as an example for all those who doubt the power of simply putting yourself out there.”
Personal Interests: Arts & culture, fashion, travel; being of service/helping those in need; supporting local community.
Ambassador Amber Berkey
Hours of Operation: M-F: 8:00 am -5:00 pm
Business Website: nhcare.org
Business Email: amber.berkey@nhcare.org
As a private, non-profit 501©3 community health organization, we serve 355,930 medical, dental and behavioral health visits from 76,630 people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission: to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
Our Fallbrook location provides specialty services including chiropractic care, acupuncture and podiatry.
Personal Interests: Exploring my Fallbrook hometown and supporting local; singing and baking.
My experience with the Chamber began in 2006 as Miss Fallbrook, faithfully attending Chamber SunDowners and events. The organization I work for now, Neighborhood Healthcare, has a local health center in town and I took the opportunity to join the Chamber and support my hometown!
Ambassador Deborah Bottomley
2018-2019 Ambassador of the year
Business Information: Property and casualty insurance brokers, specializing in farm, business, home, and auto insurance.
Personal Information: Enjoys golf, reading, puzzles, and gardening
"I only wish I had taken the time to join the Chamber sooner. I have met the most amazing people and have formed great relationships with other business owners. The best part is all the people I can now call my friends."
Ambassador Dianna Branche
Ambassador Ronne Branson
Ronne has been a very active member of the Chamber for over 30 years, and we are honored to have her support.
Ambassador Maryann Collings
Serving as an Ambassador has also opened the doors for serving and leadership opportunities. I would say that, without the Chamber, I would not have had this amazing opportunity to grow and get to know so many businesses and incredible people in our wonderful community.”
Personal Interests: family, fitness, travel, community activities and service – do more than what you get paid for – gratitude!
Ambassador Joan Eberle
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER
We moved from the Pacific NW to Fallbrook six years ago for the weather. We didn’t know a single person here and right away I noticed something special about this community. After attending a few events, I knew I wanted to be a part of the Chamber and become involved in the community. There are many opportunities to grow whether you are a business owner or an individual member like myself. I have met so many amazing people. The Chamber has done a phenomenal job in making Fallbrook the Friendly Village.
My interests are working in the yard while soaking up this beautiful sunshine!
Ambassador Abby Elston
Residential real estate specialist.
Personal Interests: Travel, hiking, volunteer work, gardening, watching football, eating out, trying things I haven’t done before.
This Chamber is an energetic and very involved group in our community. They host a large variety of events and are always at the ready to help local businesses.
Ambassador Jane Felton
COLDWELL BANKER VILLAGE PROPERTIES
5256 S. Mission Road, Suite 310, Bonsall, CA 92003
(760) 822-2742
Hours of Operation: 24/7 Business Email: jane@cbvillage.com
Real estate agent helping clients navigate through the process of buying or selling real estate and using my 27-year career in banking to build relationships.
Personal Interests: Teaching group exercise to our community for 28 years, hanging out with my 4 children and 6 grandchildren, going to Padres games and sporting events and decorating for the holidays!
This Chamber promotes a small-town community that works together to help every business thrive. Support for one another and endless resources are available!
Ambassador Theresa Geracitano
Fallbrook , CA 92028
"I am active with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce and enjoy getting connected to Fallbrook, meeting interesting people and supporting local businesses."
Personal Interests: family, cooking, gardening, sailing and hiking.
Ambassador Maritza H. Gonzalez
At Primerica, we educate families to become properly protected, debt free and financially independent.
Personal Interests: Spending time with family, reading, watching foreign films, helping people succeed with their goals and making new friends.
I am starting my second year with the Fallbrook Chamber and I am very happy I joined! I have made new friends and have been exposed to different ways of doing business. The staff is wonderful in helping me with my needs.
Ambassador Sandy Goodman
Business Information: Laser Light Images offers over 400,000 items on which to share your logo, as well as being able to create that one of a kind gift for someone special. At Laser Light Images and LLI Personalized Gifts, you will receive the very best in quality, price and service. It has been our pleasure to serve the people of Fallbrook since 1996, as well as clients all over the world!
"I have been a member of the Fallbrook Chamber since 1996. During that time, there have been many changes and lots of growth. The most important thing that I have seen is how the Chamber has come to help its members! Besides the many marketing aspects the Chamber provides, there are networking opportunities just about every day of the year! The old saying “You get out what you put into it” has never been truer than during my time as a member of the Fallbrook Chamber."
Personal Interests: Spending time with my husband and family. Also, helping others, whether it is through my church, the Fallbrook Chamber, helping to create the Fallbrook Dog Park, or just answering the need of a friend. I also love music and singing, and in my spare time playing with my Husky “fur babies!”
Ambassador Christa Hoag
SUPERIOR RESTORATION
532 3rd Street, Lake Elsinore 92530
(951) 541-4029
Hours of Operation: 24/7
Business Website: www.superiorrestore.com
Business Email: christa@superiorrestore.com
Superior Restoration is one of the largest and most reputable restoration companies in Southern California. We are experts in water, mold and fire restoration services for residential and commercial losses. We are not the typical general contractor. Our team is trained on hospitality and the most effective construction and rebuild systems which enable us to handle losses anywhere from $1000 to $5,000,000.
Personal Interests: I love to do gardening, go scuba diving and spend time with family and my three grandchildren.
Ambassador Carole Hodges
Ambassador Darren Key
“We offer health and wellness product solutions for weight loss, energy and performance, and healthy aging. This triple-faceted approach ensures that our top-of-the-line products are sure to please all, and can easily be tailored to fit any goal. Our product solutions are the highest quality, always natural, with no-compromise ingredients.
We decided last year to make a change in our home-based business that would enable us to be at home, and joined the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce in November 2014. We are already stunned at the progress we’ve made in our business, just by being affiliated with the wonderful individuals at the Chamber office.
We have the privilege of working with other business leaders, as well as a steadfast Chamber office that has a true commitment to advancing our community. They promote local business like no other! May this serve as an example for all those who doubt the power of simply putting yourself out there.”
Personal Interests: Arts & culture, fashion, travel; being of service/helping those in need; supporting local community.
Ambassador Anne Klentz
2013 Ambassador of the Year
“I have been a Chamber member for a couple of years, trying to help
and contribute to the success of businesses in Fallbrook.”
Personal Interests: “Support all members – 3 generations in town.”
Ambassador Jonathan Laliberte
As a financial advisor, I get to help people build income strategies for living in retirement. It is always important to have a plan for what you have saved, whether you are currently enjoying your later years or still have a ways to go. I am happy to sit down with you and plan out your goals together!
Personal Interests: I love music and playing the saxophone, talking it up about all things baseball, and spending time at my Church. Some also say I am a bit of a comedian, which now makes sense and explains why people are always laughing at me!
Being a small town in a big state, I love the community has formed in Fallbrook, and that is fostered by the members and team here at the Chamber. There is an authenticity among the folks here, focusing on building relationships more than simply tossing business cards around – something you don’t see in many Chambers.
Ambassador Mike Perdue
TrustMyTrust was created to help people plan for the future. Wills, Trusts and other Estate Planning documents are complicated legal instruments that have powerful and far reaching effects. They are not to be done lightly without the aid of a knowledgeable and experienced attorney. We want to make these things simpler and easier for you. We don’t expect you to know what documents you need or want and we’re not here to “sell” you something you don’t need or don’t want. We are here to explain your options and let you choose what is best for you and your family and then lend our 30+ years of experience to help you do it right.
Personal Interests: Sailing, family, gardening, travel
I am SO impressed with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. The staff are professional, knowledgeable, helpful and kind. They really do their best to make sure the members get the most from their membership. Through my membership I have had opportunities to learn, grow my business and give my time to help others. I value my membership and the good people there I have come to know as friends.
Ambassador Carlos Perez
Business Information:We provide non-medical home care to seniors in our community. We assist with showers, baths, medical transportation, and general home care. We help our clients stay home and remain independent.
"It has been a great experience to be part of the Chamber. It provides me the opportunity to be connected to the community. It is a way to be in touch and to serve.!"
"My personal interests include hiking and reading."
Ambassador Sherrie Renee
Estancia Senior Living redefines senior living by offering our residents all the comforts of home with the ease of a maintenance-free lifestyle. For those who need it, we provide supportive care services as well as our distinctive MONTESSORI MOMENTS IN TIME™ memory care. Residents will enjoy delicious restaurant style dining, daily wellness and social activities, and a high expectation for care and safety. Estancia Senior Living is designed for living a great life!
Personal Interests: I love people! I enjoy spending time with others and hearing about their stories and what makes them unique. I enjoy wine tasting, spending time in nature and making new friends!...and anything chocolate!
When I first came to Fallbrook, I didn’t know anyone or anything about the community, so I stopped by the Chamber. BEST DECISION EVER! They know everything Fallbrook! They are the most active, friendly and knowledgeable Chamber I have been a part of! The Chamber of Commerce is the glue that brings and holds the Fallbrook community together!
Ambassador Leo Romero
2015 Ambassador of the Year
As a Fallbrook/Bonsall based realtor, I am always available to help sell or purchase a home in Paradise! I feel every home, to me, is a work of art and we feature a gallery of homes for the next buyer.
Leo also serves on the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Personal Interests: I am also a sculptor and do commission work. My medium is mostly clay, metal and some bronze.
Ambassador Allen Sargent
Business Information: " I specialize in no-cost mortgage loans within California. I am also a singer/songwriter and guitarist, specializing in love songs, dinner music and contemporary Christian music."
"I have lived in Fallbrook over 20 years and enjoy shopping locally. Here, we have relationships where businesses know your name and treat you like a friend, a neighbor and as extended family!"
.Ambassador Paul Schumann
Ambassador Marc Sigmon
Personal Interests: I have an extensive background in suicide prevention and intervention. I also was a CPR instructor while in the Navy with the American Heart Association. I have always had an ingrained desire to help others. My personal time is spent with my dog of 13 years and the wonderful neighbors here in Fallbrook. I have resided in Fallbrook since 2008 and have fallen in love with the community. I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else!
Ambassador Mike Stanicek
1119 S. Mission Road, #163, Fallbrook, CA 92028
(858) 414-5973
Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday: 7:00 am -8:00 pm or as needed
Business Website: www.stanicek.realtor
Business Email: mike@stanicek.realtor
Exceeding Expectations - Real Estate is a complex and emotional transaction. It is your biggest investment and I want to partner to help you through the complexity and enjoy the process of purchasing or selling your home.
Daunting to Delightful - Buying or selling a home can be intimidating and stressful. I will work with you to remove the fear and ensure the process is done correctly while having some fun along the way!
24/7/365 - When you work with me you are putting your trust in me which I take very seriously. Exceeding your expectations and meeting commitments in my #1 objective. Let's go!
About Mike - Mike has over 35 years of executive corporate marketing and operations experience from Start-ups to Fortune 50 companies. Mike has always been about exceeding customer expectations and is now excited to help clients with their biggest investment. Mike's approach is simple- listen, attention to detail, meet commitments, and have fun along the way. Mike is fortunate to partner with long-time colleague and friend Rod Campo, of RJ Campo Realty, who has been in the real estate business for over 18 years. Mike and his wife Jacquey have been married for 37 years and have called North San Diego County home that whole time. For the past 20 years, Mike and Jacquey have attended and volunteered at North Coast Church. Mike enjoys golf, kayaking, hiking, and 4-wheeling in his Jeep (and spoiling his 4 grandchildren!).
Experience with Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce: I love the passion of the Chamber staff to help the community and local businesses. Connecting, helping, growing is what it is all about and I am proud to be a member. I am constantly amazed by the members and staff as to their willingness to help each other and improve this great community. There are always great events going on and it is a great way to meet the many folks that call Fallbrook and the surrounding community’s home.
Ambassador Phyllis Sweeney
Citizen of the Year 2015
A Life Personality Coach and Certified Grief Instructor, specializing also in crises trauma and senior transition.
Phyllis also serves on the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Awards: Channel 10 Leadership Award 2002, Ambassador of the Year 2007, Soroptimist Distinguished Woman of the Year 2008, Chamber Small Business of the Year 2009, and Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year 2015.
Personal Interests: Reading, walking, and watching old movies
"I have served as a Chamber Ambassador for 14 years. For a period of time, I served as Chairperson of the Ambassadors. It has been, and is, a wonderful opportunity to be connected with the business builder in our community - the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. As an Ambassador, it is an opportunity to communicate with businesses about the benefits of belonging to the Chamber, and the community as a whole. A really fun experience."
Ambassador Kevin Trafford
