Our

Team

Our

Team

Our

Team

Meet our leaders who play a critical role in shaping the service ecosystem in Stockton.

Omar Ornelas

Vice President, Programs

Omar Ornelas is the Vice President of Programs for Stockton Service Corps. As an AmeriCorps Alumni, he believes deeply in the power of service and volunteerism. Omar has over 7 years of experience in the nonprofit and AmeriCorps world and is excited to support the work being done by the Stockton community. In his freetime, he supports the Alternatives to Violence Project in Stockton and the surrounding communities.

Maria Lopez de la Cruz

Associate Director

Born in French Camp, CA and raised throughout the San Joaquin Valley, Maria is passionate about advancing career opportunities and creating equitable pathways for first-generation salary earners. With experience in recruitment, partnership development, and leadership development, she works to build programs that center the lived experiences of diverse communities. Her experience also includes collaborating with global corporations, education nonprofits, and early-stage startups to understand their mission-driven goals while implementing anti-racist hiring and retention best practices. She believes in the transformative power of inclusive workplaces and is committed to increasing diversity through retainment strategies that honor and embrace individuals from all walks of life. Maria holds a BA from CSU Stanislaus and a MA from CSU Sacramento.

Kimberly Tablit

Climate Action Initiative Coordinator

Kimberly Tablit (she/her) was born in Manila, Philippines before immigrating to the U.S. with her family at three years old. She was raised and grew up in South Stockton, eventually graduating from Edison High School. After high school, she attended the University of California, Berkeley where she obtained a B.S. in Society and the Environment with a Public Policy Minor in 2022. During her time in undergrad, Kimberly was heavily involved in community and advocacy work through internships and volunteer opportunities with organizations both in the Bay Area and Stockton. Her experiences growing up in South Stockton and as a first-generation college graduate fuel her passion for social equity and environmental justice. Kimberly is excited to serve her community.

Sumra Khan

Cradle to Career Initiaitve Coordinator

Sumra Khan, a proud Stockton local, joins Stockton Service Corps as the Initiative Coordinator. With a deep love for her city, she is passionate about uplifting youth, strengthening community partnerships, and creating equitable opportunities for students and families. Her experience spans K–12 education and nonprofit service through AmeriCorps, where she cultivated a passion for working with diverse communities and building authentic connections. Sumra holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Management from the University of the Pacific. She is thrilled to give back to the city that shaped her by contributing to Stockton’s cradle-to-career vision.

The Stockton Service Corps Advisory Board serves as advisors and thought partners for our team. 
The Advisory Board provides guidance, expertise, and feedback in support of our program.

Mario Enriquez

Director of Intercultural Student Success Center at the University of the Pacific

Mario Enríquez focus is on building campus-wide awareness and competence regarding cultural inclusion and equity. He supervises, evaluates, and develops unit’s staff including LGBTQ Pride Resource Center.

Tony Gladney

Tony Gladney was born and raised in the San Joaquin Valley and has been serving his community in various ways throughout his life.All of his experiences prompted his transition to San Joaquin A+ to lead the Child Savings Account pilot program for San Joaquin County

Phillip Hon

Phillip Hon is a career educator who grew up in Stockton, Ca, has focused on advancing equity for students and families through various roles in education, policy, and nonprofits. Phillip served as a school administrator, instructional coach, and teacher at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels.

Jasmine Leek

Jasmine Leek is an interdisciplinary community designer from Stockton, CA, who brings over a decade of professional experience in various leadership roles spanning multiple sectors to each project she undertakes. Jasmine has a bold entrepreneurial spirit for supporting community.

Josh Pollack

Consultant with The Bridgespan Group

Josh works to support NGO, philanthropic, and not-for-profit leaders. Previously, Josh served as a policy advisor to Common Sense Media, working as a lead staffer for the Future of Tech Commission, and in Stockton as Executive Director of Special Projects for Stockton Unified School District.

Bruce Roberson

Bruce is a Support Supervisor working with intern teachers at Teacher's College of San Joaquin who are working on a teaching credential. He retired from teaching Math at Lincoln high in May 2020 after 15 years. While teaching he was the Black Student Union (BSU) club advisor.

Connor Sloan

Connor Sloan is a proud son, husband, father, and life-long learner that grew up in Stockton. He graduated from University of Puget Sound with a B.A. in Communication Studies, a Master's in Administration and Leadership and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from San Jose State University, and a Doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction from University of the Pacific.

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