Meet Our Board of Directors 

Helping to shape Gateway Center’s future

About the Board of Directors

Gateway Center's Board of Directors serves as the organization's governing body. 

In partnership with the Executive Director and leadership team, the Board helps ensure Gateway Center remains mission-driven, financially responsible, ethically governed, and strategically positioned to serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout our community.

Board members are ambassadors for Gateway Center, strengthening community relationships, supporting fundraising and resource development efforts, and helping the organization remain accountable to the individuals, families, employees, donors, and community partners who place their trust in us.

Our Board is made up of dedicated volunteers who bring diverse professional expertise, lived experiences, and community perspectives to support Gateway Center’s long-term success.

  • George Molano

    Chair

  • Jim Landman

    Vice Chair

  • Tom Pence

    Treasurer

  • Jared Weigand

    Board Member

  • Jeanette Fassler-Walker, RN

    Board Member

  • Jennifer Faith Zeidberg, MD

    Board Member

  • Dave Tanis

    Board Member

  • Kristina Olfson, DNP

    Board Member

Make a Meaningful Impact Through Board Service

Serving on Gateway Center's Board of Directors is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Monterey County's most impactful nonprofit organizations.

As a Board member, you can:

  • Advance a mission that improves quality of life and expands opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Contribute your professional expertise to strengthen organizational governance, sustainability, and community impact
  • Develop your leadership, governance, and strategic planning skills
  • Build meaningful relationships with fellow community leaders, advocates, and professionals
  • Gain deeper insight into nonprofit leadership, healthcare, human services, and community-based supports
  • Leave a lasting legacy by helping Gateway Center remain a trusted community resource for generations to come

Join Gateway Center’s Board of Directors

Gateway Center seeks a diverse and engaged Board of Directors whose members bring a variety of experiences, perspectives, and expertise to strengthen the organization's governance and advance its mission.

We welcome individuals with experience in areas such as:

  • Healthcare and developmental disability services
  • Finance, accounting, and auditing
  • Law, compliance, and risk management
  • Human resources and organizational leadership
  • Facilities, construction, and property management
  • Philanthropy, fundraising, and community relations
  • Public policy and government affairs
  • Business and nonprofit leadership
  • Family advocacy and lived experience related to intellectual and developmental disabilities

Above all, we seek individuals who are passionate about community service, committed to strong governance, and dedicated to advancing opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Interested in Learning More? 

We'd love to hear from you.

Complete our Board Interest Form or contact Executive Director Mike González to learn more about current opportunities and how your skills, experience, and passion can help advance Gateway Center’s mission.