| Name
& Board Position |
Occupation
& Title |
Skills
& Expertise |
Johanna Schor, Ed.D.
President |
Clinical Psychologist/MPH - Private Practice
& at UCLA |
Psychology, People Skills & HIV research |
| Johanna Schor, Ed.D., M.P.H.
is a clinical psychologist and joined the LAYN Board in 1991.
She is excited to work in a board capacity to help LAYN grow
and be a model agency for other youth services. "I hope
that in the coming years, with our expanded continuum of services,
we will continue to provide excellent care for the youth and
leadership in the community." |
Charles Armstrong
Vice President |
President - Paramount Studios, Studio Group |
Fundraising and Management |
| Charlie Armstrong is currently
the President of Paramount Pictures Studio Group. He came
to LAYN because he wanted to give back to his community. Charlie
has been an asset to the Board. He has strong organizational
assessment, leadership and strategic planning skills. Since
he joined the Board in 2003 he has led LAYN in a strategic
planning process which has assisted us with identifying our
strengths and challenges and helping us progress to the next
level. |
Adam Kean
Secretary |
Marketing Specialist for MGM/United Artists Film Corp. |
Special Events Coordination |
| Adam Keen joined the LAYN Board of Directors
in December of 2001. He is currently the Vice-president of
Special Projects at MGM/United Artists. Adam Keen joined the
Board to help Los Angeles homeless youth in crisis. Wishing
LAYN continued growth and success; Adam plans to use his "resources
to better our programs and fundraising activities." |
Michael Harris
Treasurer |
Attorney with Rogers & Harris |
Provides Pro-bono Legal services |
| Michael Harris has been a partner with the Roger
and Harris law firm for the past 38 years. He has been practicing
as an attorney in general civil practice for over 40 years.
Michael became interested in LAYN at first because of its
real estate needs for the first drop-in shelter and was also
involved in the real estate acquisition of the Gower property.
"I believe heartily in the mission of LAYN as it is fulfilling
an important community function. Food, shelter, counseling,
outreach, and support for neglected youth of this community
is a vital contribution, and I am happy to play a role in
it." |
Elizabeth Gomez, MSW
|
Executive Director for the Los Angeles Youth Network |
Overall operations |
| Elizabeth has been on the board for 8 years
and currently serves as Executive Director of LAYN. She joined
the board when she became Executive Director, but stays dedicated
to further the mission of LAYN and to learn from her wise
board member colleagues. "My hopes are to see LAYN serve
as many children that need us and to assist LAYN with creating
a stable funding stream so the kids will get all of the services
and items they need." |
Donal Logue
Director
|
Actor - Fox Television Network |
Advocate/Volunteer |
| Donal Logue joined the Los Angeles Youth Network's
Board of Directors in July of 2002. Donal is an actor who
is currently the lead on a Fox television series "Grounded
for Life." Donal's introduction to LAYN was through volunteering
at the drop-in center and participating in street outreach.
Donal's compassion for at risk youth lead to an invitation
for him to serve youth in a different capacity on the Board
of Directors. He hopes that that LAYN will continue to grow
and thrive, offering its "wonderful services" to
at risk teens in the greater Los Angeles area. "I intend
to contribute personally, both through financial and other
contributions as well as dropping by the shelters and centers
and lending a hand. Sometimes a good load of new T-shirts
and socks is just what the doctor ordered." |
La Greta McHenry
Director |
Executive for Entertainment Partners, Inc. |
Fundraising and Management |
| LaGreta is the Account Manager for the Entertainment
Partners Budgeting software program and has been on the board
for 5 years. She joined the board and came over after the
merger between LAYN and Options House a few years ago. "I
originally became involved with Options House because I felt
if my former boss, Bob Draney, who was the CEO of Entertainment
Partners (now retired) and a Trustee Board Member of Options
House, had time to do it, I must have some time to give back
to those in need as well. Youth today face many challenges
and that's compounded when you find yourself on the streets.
I know I can't alleviate all the social problems in the world,
but I can do something. Being a member of LAYN's board is
one way I can go about giving of myself to help give a child
the opportunity to pursue his/her dreams in life." |
Thaddeus Smith
|
Following years as one of LA's
top event planners, one of Hollywood's hottest artist, writer,
caterer, and restaurateur of the award winning Blue Palms,
Thaddeus brings his magic to The Music Box @ fonda. His energy
and creativity has no bounds. Thad oversees all special events
from inquiries to bookings. He works directly with clients.
He believes every event has to be magical and exciting. Active
in the community he sits on several Boards, including the
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Thad is on the Board of LAYN
because he believes, "that you must become the change
you want to see in Hollywood or anywhere else". |
Tim Wilson
|
CEO for Ernest Paper Products |
Accounting and Fundraising |
| Tim is the President of Ernest Paper Products
and has been a board member for over 5 years. Tim was brought
aboard because of the cause by a previous board member. Tim
served as past president of a national charity dedicated to
raising funds for children's cancer research. "My hope
is that one day we will not need this charity or any other
of its kind." |
Robert Ruchhoft
Director
|
Captain (Ret.) for the Los Angeles Police Dept. |
Community Relations |
| Bob Ruchhoft is a retired Executive and has
served on the LAYN board for 9 years. "I am impressed
with the agency and recognized a close affiliation between
my organization and LAYN. I believed that a positive result
could be achieved." Bob's wish for LAYN is continued
growth and having board members who are actively involved
in promoting the work that is done here. |
Melanie Williams
|
Owner, Melanie Williams Landscapes Inc. |
Volunteer/Events Participation |
Melanie joined the Los Angeles Youth Network’s Board of Directors in February of 2008. She currently owns a landscape design and specialty maintenance company. Her principal motivation for becoming involved with LAYN was a keen interest in participating in an organization whose focus encouraged community relations, enhancement of lives and networking to develop the knowledge that even one person can make a difference. “If we as single beings each participate, even in a small way, and put forward an effort to better the community, imagine the impact we can create.” |
