Jacqui Jorgeson is a writer and fourth-generation Californian. A trip to Greece at the height of the Syrian refugee crisis propelled her into grassroots nonprofit work. In the spring of 2016, Jacqui became the first Associate Director of Schoolbox Project, which delivers trauma-informed care to the littlest victims of disasters around the world.  Now a mother, Jacqui feels deeply called to serve her community at home. She lives in Santa Rosa with her husband Kevin their young son Edsel. Contact Jacqui.

Fire Chief Shepley Schroth-Cary has been with Gold Ridge Fire Protection District since 1994. He started as a Fire Explorer and has worked his way through the ranks to his current position as a Fire Chief for the District. Shepley worked for CAL FIRE for 16 years prior to his permanent position at Gold Ridge. Shepley oversees Gold Ridge stations at Hessel Road, Twin Hills, and Freestone, as well as the seven Volunteer Fire Companies that comprise North Bay Fire Company. Contact Shepley.

Jennifer is a lifelong resident of Sonoma Valley and resides in the Springs area of Sonoma Valley with her family. After the devastating fires of October 2017, she accepted her current position as Executive Director of Rebuild NorthBay Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping our region rebuild better, greener, safer, and faster. Jennifer is a proud board member of La Luz Center, a resource and referral nonprofit serving primarily the Latino community in Sonoma Valley. Contact Jennifer.