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Anaheim City Council
September 23, 2025

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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Name (Last, First): Marquez, Katie

Business Name: Disneyland Resort

Business Address: 700 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92802

Job Title: Corporate Citizenship Manager

Telephone Number:

Fax Number: N/A

Email Address: [email protected]

Reason(s) you are interested in serving on the WDB:

This is an opportunity to expand upon my passion for workforce development in our community

while continuing to grow my skill-set and learn from other professionals in the industry.

Qualifications or experience that would benefit the WDB (Please attach a bio/resume):

3 years of experience focused on workforce development-related programming and research

centered in the Anaheim community. (Resume and bio attached)

Other community involvement:

I have volunteered as Director of Marketing, Events & Social Media with Barks of Love Animal

Rescue since 2015.

Signed: Date: 8/26/21

Katie Marquez
[email protected]

The Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, CA Jan 2013 -Present  Corporate Citizenship Manager March 2019 – Pre sent o Develop strategies which highlight and address reputational research and company objectives o Build relationships with partner nonprofits by implementing and coordinating a range of programs and initiatives designed to have a positive impact on the local community o Manage several key programs, community events and sponsorships o Identify opportunities for Cast Member engagement through the VoluntEARS program

 Public Affairs Assistant March 2017 – March 2019 o Coordinate the strategic planning and execution of Disneyland Resort sponsored events division-wide for Communications & Public Affairs
o Liaison to both internal and external partners to support event sponsorships and experience fulfillments o Coordinate VIP visits for stakeholders and associates o Track and maintain a multitude of event details between multiple platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, MIKE, Certain, CyberGrants, and SharePoint

 Guest Information and Collateral Associate, Guest Communication June 2015 – March 2017 o Maintain information database for Guests and Cast Members with a specific focus in Food & Beverage, Hotels, and Recreation
o Develop communication protocol between partners to increase efficiency o Maintain key partnerships with area leaders and points of contact o Relief member of the social media team managing @DisneylandToday accounts on Facebook and Twitter

 Disney Rep October 2013 – Present
o Host media during special events; serve as liaison between the Resort and media o Greet visiting media and provide necessary paperwork and credentials o Utilize time management skills to manage media’s interview schedule & escort them throughout the event

 Property Orientation Facilitator September 2014 – June 20 15 o Facilitate “Welcome to Hotels and The Downtown Disney District” class to new hires o Coach on Disney Look and equip new Cast Members with available tools and resources o Lead new Cast Members on tours of their area, ensuring they are set up for success

 Guest Services, The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort August 2013 -June 2015 o Answer inquiries and make arrangements pertaining to hotel services, guest registration, travel directions, shopping, dining, or entertainment
o Demonstrate strong customer service skills while recording and handling Guest comments or concerns o Lead Guests in exclusive activities at all Resort Hotels (Resort District Programs Cross-U)

 Vacation Planner, Main Entrance – College Program Jan 2013 -Aug 2013

Volunteer:

Barks of Love Animal Rescue – Director of Marketing, Events & Social Media May 2015 -Present • Assist in making strategic decisions for the overall well-being and reputation of the rescue. • Plan events of varying sizes by seeking out venues, creating new contacts, and organizing all aspects of the event including transportation, volunteers, set-up/break-down, dogs in attendance, and marketing. • Fundraise through various means both online and through events, while maintaining image, intention, and relationships.
• Update and maintain social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. • Recruit volunteers and new staff on an as-needed basis.

Education:
 University of California, Irvine - Bachelor of Arts: Drama  Saddleback College- Mission Viejo, CA - Associate of Arts: Liberal Studies

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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Name (Last, First): Jenevive Sandoval

Business Name: Kaiser Permanente

Business Address: 393 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91188

Job Title: Project Manager II

Telephone Number:

Fax Number: N/A

Email Address: [email protected]

Reason(s) you are interested in serving on the WDB:

I believe this is a wonderful opportunity to support and give back to my community by

providing WFD opportunities and to assist with upskilling individuals for a better future.

Qualifications or experience that would benefit the WDB (Please attach a bio/resume):

I have led workforce development efforts for Kaiser Permanente employees, such as, regional

training programs, apprenticeship programs, etc. to meet the needs of the workforce of the

future. I would like to offer my expertise to give back to my community.

Other community involvement:

I have been fortunate enough to work for America On Track supporting OC’s youth (see bio),

I have led volunteer efforts during my tenure at UCI such as organizing food baskets for the

OC Food back, collecting money for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and Habitat for Humanity.

While working at KP, I also volunteered/participated in rebuild efforts in New Orleans, Adelante Mujer, Special Olympics, etc.

Signed: Jenevive Sandoval Date: 10/13/21

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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Name (Last, First): Han-Lam, Sherri

Business Name: California Department of Rehabilitation

Business Address: 222 S. Harbor Blvd. #300, Anaheim CA 92805

Job Title: Regional Director

Telephone Number:

Fax Number:

Email Address: [email protected]

Reason(s) you are interested in serving on the WDB:

I would like to collaborate and strengthen workforce system, providing more employment opportunities our clients.

WIAO mandates agencies to work together to better the lives of our customers/consumers; particularly our students and youth individuals with disabilities.

Also, serving on the board would allow me the opportunity to be voice for the under-served and under-representative communities.

Qualifications or experience that would benefit the WDB (Please attach a bio/resume):

See resume attached.

Other community involvement:

Community Volunteer with the Buddhist Community for over 20 years.

Working with all ages kids/adults in performing group to promote culture and peace.

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Signed: Sherri Han-Lam Date: 5/25/2022

• Supervising accounting and district operations team
• Implementing district centralized invoicing process
• Handling Co-op contracts
• Hiring and training new employees

Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/ QRP
Department of Rehabilitation, West Covina CA 1995 – 2013 • Providing vocational counseling and guidance
• Analyzing and interpreting medical and psychological records • Case management
• Writing compliance vocational rehabilitation plans
• Resolving consumer’s issues
• District trainer
• Guiding consumers with training programs
• Obtaining employment for consumers

Education:

Master’s of Science Degree: Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University of Los Angeles 2000

Bachelor of Science Degree: Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University of Los Angeles 1994

Language:

English, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) and Vietnamese

Bio for Valentina Purtell

Valentina Purtell was named the fifth president (formerly provost) of North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE). She was officially approved by the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) Board of Trustees—which governs Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education—at their December 13, 2015 meeting. Purtell served as the Interim Provost since July 1, 2015 and began her permanent post as the NOCE President on December 14, 2015.

Purtell began her career with NOCE in 2002 as an English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Assistant, and then ESL Program Manager. Prior to serving as Interim Provost, she was Dean of Instruction and Student Services at NOCE’s Cypress Center. Purtell has also served as an instructor at several institutions, including Hope International University, Chapman University, and Rivne State Humanitarian University.

“I am honored to have been selected as NOCE’s President, ” said Purtell. “I have seen the transformational power that NOCE has on the lives of our students. I am passionate about our mission to serve the whole community and to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential. ”

Purtell earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Applied Linguistics from the Rivne State Humanitarian University in the Ukraine. She is a member of North Orange Consortium Regional Consortium for Adult Education’s Executive Committee and has served on the board of the Association of Community and Continuing Education (ACCE) since 2011. She has been active on several regional and statewide committees, including the Orange County Workforce Investment Board and the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges (ASCCC) Noncredit Taskforce.

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