Executive Team
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Melinda Forstey
Melinda Forstey is the President & CEO of Serving Seniors, where she is responsible for the oversight and overall management of all programs, services, housing operations, and human resources. Click here to read full bio.
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Edith Glassey
Edith provides leadership and overall strategic direction for the agency’s philanthropic programs and initiatives, as well as oversight of public relations, marketing and communications. Edith brings 25+ years of experience as a consummate philanthropy professional and a dedicated nonprofit executive.
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Kristine Smith
Kristine Smith provides leadership and strategic direction for Serving Seniors’ programs and services, overseeing meal programs, community partnerships, and client support initiatives. She is responsible for enhancing program operations, expanding services, and ensuring high-quality support for older adults across San Diego. With over 17 years of experience in food service and nonprofit program management, Kristine focuses on improving food access, developing sustainable service models, and driving organizational impact through innovation and efficiency.
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Jennifer BaumChief Administrative Officer
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Giselle Beets
Giselle leads key HR initiatives focusing on employee development and talent management. Her expertise drives organizational growth through strategic workforce planning and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Giselle's approach centers on aligning HR strategies with business objectives to optimize organizational success and employee satisfaction. With over 20+ years of progressively responsible management experience, she consistently prioritizes employee growth and organizational development.
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Jennifer Sinnott
Jennifer is responsible for the integration of social work, nursing, dental, and wellness services. She also provides clinical direction and supervision to program staff and supports the growth of programs and services through collaborative community partnerships in a community-based setting that emphasizes a “whole-person” care approach.
Board of Directors
Every member of our Board of Directors financially supports Serving Seniors.
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Jim Sikora, Board Chair
Senior Managing Director,
Slalom Pacific Southwest
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Joy Vaccari, Finance Chair
Community Volunteer
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Arlene Prater, Governance Chair
Retired Attorney
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J. Scott Brown, Philanthropy Chair
Principal,
Brown Development Group -
Rob M. Pedersen, Board Member at Large
Retired Banker
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Desiree Bruce-Lyle
Retired Superior Court Judge,
State of California -
Jason Egan
Director Corporate Governance and Managing Attorney,
Sempra -
Lina Ericsson
Senior VP & Associate General Counsel,
Realty Income -
Willa Fields
Professor Emeritus,
San Diego State University -
Divya Koura
Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Scripps Health -
Ashley Lopez
Vice President Relationship Manager,
California Bank of Commerce -
Joni Low
Community Volunteer
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Kris Virtue
Vice President, Cybersecurity
Qualcomm
