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Meet Genie Chough
In a safe, socially-distanced Q&A fashion, we will introduce you to a County leader whose work and words of wisdom may inspire you in your career development in the County. In this issue, we introduce you to Genie Chough, Chief Deputy Director of the Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department (CSSD)
Meet Jackie Guevarra
In a safe, socially-distanced Q&A fashion, we will introduce you to a County leader whose work and words of wisdom may inspire you in your career development in the County. In this issue, we introduce you to Jackie Guevarra, Executive Director, Quality and Productivity Commission
Distinguished Speaker: Akiko Tagawa
In a safe, socially-distanced Q&A fashion, we will introduce you to a County leader whose work and words of wisdom may inspire you in your career development in the County. In this issue, we introduce you to Akiko Tagawa, Chief Deputy Director, Medical Examiner-Coroner.
Congratulations Eddie!
After nearly a decade of exemplary performance in local government, our President, Eddie Yen has been promoted as the Assistant Executive Officer at the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors, where he will oversee Technology, Planning, Legislation, the Assessment Appeals Board and Operations. This includes overseeing the Board operations.
The Executive Office manages technology, staffing, procurement and facilities, as well as the publication of information for the LA County Board of Supervisors, various County depts and the public. The office also oversees the Office of Inspector General and other County commissions, such as the Sheriff’s Civilian Oversight Commission, Office of Child Protection, Commission on Disabilities, and the County Equity Oversight Panel.
Meet Robin Toma
In a safe, socially-distanced Q&A fashion, we will introduce you to a County leader whose work and words of wisdom may inspire you in your career development in the County. In this issue, we introduce you to Robin Toma, Executive Director of the Human Relations Commission.
Distinguished Speaker Series with Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza and Hyepin Im
On April 27 2021, LACAAEA invited Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza, of Executive LA County’s Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) and Hyepin Im, President./CEO and Founder of Faith and Community Empowerment (FACE) to discuss issues of discrimination and racism around minority communities.
President’s Message
When I became president of this association over three years ago, our goals were to develop programs focused on networking and cultural appreciation. We were known to host wonderful banquets, Meet and Greets, annual Heritage Day and Fish Fry. Over the last two years LACAAEA (pronounced La-Say-Ah) has been on a journey to determine what benefits we needed to provide to add value to a LACAAEA membership.
Distinguished Speaker: Bill Fujioka
On March 30, 2021, former Chief Executive Officer of LA County, Bill Fujioka shared his life experiences growing up in LA County, how he became involved in local government and management, memorable stories from his time as the Chief Executive Officer, his tips and insights for employees seeking promotions in government, and his thoughts and insights on how to address the rise of anti-Asian sentiments, attacks and hate crimes in this country. Click here to watch the recorded event.
Meet Michael Owh
In a safe, socially-distanced Q&A fashion, we will introduce you to a County leader whose work and words of wisdom may inspire you in your career development in the County. In this issue, we introduce you to Michael Owh, the recently appointed Chief Deputy Director of the Internal Services Department.