Anthony Bollotta
Joined the Home Start Board: October 2007
President
Bollotta Entertainment
www.bollotta.com

A graduate of Syracuse University, Anthony has a BFA with an emphasis in musical theatre. Anthony has won awards for his work, such as Creative Director of the Year Award from Event Solutions Magazine, the PETCO Chairman's Award and the 2003 Educator of the Year award, for the teaching of his written curriculum at the University of San Diego's Event Management Certification Program. Anthony has been a staple of the San Diego non-profit community from producing events to his volunteering as Big Brother with BBBS, and is a 2003 LEAD San Diego graduate.

Paul Davis
Joined the Home Start Board: February 1997
Eastern Operations Member Services Director
Vistage International
www.vistage.com

Mr. Davis has a B.A. in English and Communication Studies (1986)  with a Masters in Executive Leadership from the University of San Diego (2008) His community and professional associations include the American Society for Training and Development, Volunteer San Diego and he is a 2003 LEAD Graduate. Paul has been active in community relations with Special Delivery San Diego, Children’s Hospital, YMCA Youth and Family Services, among others.

Treasurer

Judy Crippen
Joined the Home Start Board: October 2007
CPA, Manager
Blum and Clark, LLP
www.blumandclark.com

As senior manager for Blum and Clark, Ms. Crippen is responsible for client relations, review of tax and accounting projects, peer review, and mentoring of staff.  She has served as CFO and Director of Finance for large privately held companies.  She began her enthusiasm for volunteer work from a very young age, continuing into adult hood working with the recreational therapy departments at Children's Hospital's in San Diego and Stanford.  She is a member of the AICPA and the California State Society of CPA's.

Secretary

Lynette Hurd
Joined the Home Start Board: December 2008
Vice President/Branch Manager
Union Bank

Ms. Hurd has over 20 years of banking experience with Union Bank.  She has volunteered with several San Diego organizations including: HOPE CDC, San Diego High and All Congregations Together just to name a few.  Lynette lives in San Diego with her three children and believes in setting an example for them to always give back to the communities where we live, work, and play.  As a member of the Board of Directors for Home Start, she is proud to be a part of an organization that not only walks the walk and talks the talk about issues that affect our children, but actually rolls up its sleeves to get things done.

Evelyn Wiggins
Joined the Home Start Board: May 2006
Attorney/Partner
Juniper Sanderson Wiggins LLP
www.junipersanderson.com

For more than 20 years Ms. Wiggins has advised individuals, businesses and nonprofit agencies on all aspects of federal and state labor and employment laws.  A native of Wyoming, Ms. Wiggins graduated with honors from the University of Iowa after spending a year studying in Germany. In 1983, she moved to California to attend the University of San Diego School of Law.  Ms. Wiggins is passionate about pro bono and community service.  The San Diego County Bar Association recently recognized Ms. Wiggins as a “Bar Star” for her commitment to community service as part of the Association’s Lawyers Giving Back campaign.

Sonya Berg
Joined the Home Start Board: January 2012
Community Member

Ms. Berg earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering at Texas Tech University.  After graduating, Sonya worked as a Safety Engineer for several years.  Following her career in Engineering Sonya became one of the top 50 independent Insurance Marketing Representatives in the Nation and managed a team of 15 sales reps .  Most recently, Sonya has been named the Co-Chair of "The Military Wives Family Foundation" Gala 2012. Ms. Berg has assisted with Photocharitys' Homeless Shelter fund raising, San Diego Food Bank and fundraising for a Major Sundance Film Festival Film titled "Rooted in Peace".  Ms. Berg is passionate about helping abused and neglected children and families in need.  

Bryan Lee Joined the Home Start Board: August 2004 Real Estate Agent, San Diego City Homes Mr. Lee earned his BS degree in Medical Technology from the University of Oklahoma and has over 25 years experience in the health industry focused on project management, customer service, consulting and training.

Nicole De Berg
Joined the Home Start Board: August 2007
Vice President Financial Services
San Diego Housing Commission

Ms. De Berg graduated from San Diego State University with a BS in Accounting. She has worked in a plethora of positions including her previous position as CFO, Vice President of Finance, and Treasurer of the Burnham Institute for Medical Research, and currently, as CFO of Altair Therapeutics. She served as the Treasurer for Girls Inc. and her honors and affiliations are with the Athena CFO Steering Committee, BIOCOM, ABFO, E.W. Sells Award (Top 109 in CPA Exam), Outstanding Graduate 1990, Beta Alpha Psi - Vice President, ORSA - President, MAA and Golden Key National Honor Society, ASWA Scholarship Recipient.

Laura Knipe
Joined the Home Start Board: August 2009
Commercial Insurance Broker
Barney & Barney, LLC

Ms. Knipe has a BA in Psychology and Business from the University of San Diego. She has been a client executive with Barney & Barney since 2003 and specializes in working with companies on their risk management programs.  Her passion for children has led her to be a volunteer for many organizations that focus on the well being of children. 

Mr. Dettman, a Wisconsin native, graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2000 and began his career working in the Marketing Department for Clear Channel Radio in Minneapolis.  In 2004, he moved to Phoenix where he received an MBA from Arizona State University (WP Carey School of Business).  Since moving to San Diego, Mr. Dettman has become a marketing consultant.

Mr. Drake, an Oklahoma native, is a United States Navy Veteran.  He holds a B.S. in Information Systems and received his Masters in Project Management from Boston University.  Mr. Drake has worked in several systems engineering and program management positions in the defense industry.  He is currently employed as a program manager with Qualcomm.  Brett is proud to be helping Home Start in its mission of strengthening families through its various programs and in helping to make San Diego a better place to live.

Ms. Personette received her degree in Marketing from Georgia Southern University. Marketing and advertising has taken her to several award-winning agencies across the country. Throughout her advertising career, Jennifer has branded and strategized campaigns for more than 30 non-profit organizations. With Home Start, Jennifer looks forward to making San Diego a better, happier place for children and families. 

Richard Mackey
Joined the Home Start Board: April 2011
VP Brand Marketing
LPL Financial

Cheli Mohamed
Joined the Home Start Board: November 2011
Leadership and Community Resources Director
San Diego LGBT Pride

Ms. Mohamed received a degree in Latin American Literature from the University of California San Diego. Cheli has 20 years experience in volunteer management and program development. She is currently the Leadership and Community Resources Director at San Diego LGBT Pride, an organization that fosters pride in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities. She is a 2011 LEAD San Diego graduate. Cheli is excited to work with Home Start and is dedicated to make our communities free of prejudice and bias.

Tammy Kwasigroch
Joined the Home Start Board: December 2008
VP/Branch Manager
US Bank

Ms. Kwasigroch earned her BA in Sociology from San Diego State and has over 20 years experience in banking. As a native San Diegan, she currently resides in Mission Valley and volunteers for many organizations including, Junior Achievement, Rachel’s House, the San Diego Housing Commission, Surf Rider Foundation and San Diego Coastal Keeper. In addition to serving on Home Start’s board she also serves on the board of Athletes for Education.