Leadership Stockton
Alumni Quotes

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“The Leadership Stockton program allows participants to gain insight into a multitude of issues and agencies that are impacting our communities. It provides a forum and an exchange of ideas between current leaders and those who will lead in the future.” 

Ed Chavez

Retired Stockton Chief of Police and Mayor of Stockton

Leadership Stockton Class of 1984

"The Leadership Stockton Program provided me with essential knowledge of the resources available to me within our community.  Leadership Stockton has been invaluable to me as an involved Stocktonian and business owner." 

Charlynn Harless
President/CEO, Legacy Enterprises Insurance Services

Leadership Stockton Class of 1984

“Leadership Stockton has been a tremendous force in helping individuals determine what, how and when they would like to serve the community of Stockton . For me, a 20 year alumni, Leadership Stockton was a major cornerstone for my career, business relationships and community commitment.  Communities who support leadership programs like these are only enhanced”. 

Luis H. Sanchez

First Vice President, Washington Mutual Western Region Leadership Stockton Class of 1983

“Since graduation from college, my experience with Leadership Stockton peaks as one of the most educational and influential markers in my professional and business career.   If you are doing business in Stockton , or if you want to make Stockton even more special, you must consider the investment in Leadership Stockton.”

Janet Lilly

Owner, Janet Lilly & Associates, Inc

President, African American Chamber of Commerce of San Joaquin County

Leadership Stockton Class of 2001

“The Leadership Stockton Program provides an opportunity to develop your
leadership skills as well as providing a framework of knowledge for
understanding our community.”   

Victor Mow

San Joaquin County Supervisor, District 3

Leadership Stockton Class of 1989

“From the outside looking in or the inside looking out, Leadership Stockton shows you everything; history, the economy, politics and society, the fibers that bind our community together.   When you see all this you don’t only appreciate the landscape but you’re ready to help shape it.” 

Michael Patrick Duffy

President/CEO, Financial Center Credit Union

Leadership Stockton Class of 1995