Leadership North County Celebrates Class #7 Graduation and Honors Community Leaders
Paso Robles, CA — Leadership North County proudly celebrated the graduation of Class #7 at the Paso Robles Inn, recognizing a remarkable cohort of professionals and community leaders whose dedication, service, and vision continue to strengthen North County and the broader San Luis Obispo County community. The graduation ceremony was led by Gina Fitzpatrick and marked the culmination of a leadership journey focused on collaboration, growth, and creating lasting community impact. Certificates were awarded by California Senator Laird, Assemblymember Dawn Addis, and U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta.
Class #7 represents a diverse group of leaders from public service, nonprofit organizations, business, and community advocacy sectors. Together, they demonstrated that leadership is built not only through professional achievement, but through authentic relationships, service, and a shared commitment to making North County stronger.
The graduating class reflected on the theme “From Cohort to Community,” emphasizing how a group of individuals evolved into a network of changemakers committed to creating positive impact through quarterly acts of service and continued community engagement.
As Leadership North County celebrates this milestone, Class #7 leaves behind more than a completed program — they leave a legacy of connection, courage, and leadership in action.
Class #7 Leadership North County Graduates
- Anthony Overton, Chief Executive Officer, Habitat for Humanity SLO County
- Ashlee Hernandez, MS, Homeless Services Manager, City of Paso Robles
- Crystal Langen, CEO and Owner, Crystal Langen Coaching
- David Hicok, ChFC, Principal Advisor & Founder, Hicok Financial Solutions
- Diane Zannotti, MS, SHRM-SCP, Regional Director, U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta
- Frank Venegas, Operations Manager, ECHO
- Jessica Locklin, Membership Engagement Coordinator, Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance
- Jillian Beltran, Event Experience Manager, Paso Robles Inn
- Maria Fabula, MBA, CEO, Boys & Girls Club of Mid Central Coast
- Megan Souza, Co-Founder & CEO, Megan's Organic Market
- Ryan Betz, Public Works Analyst/ADA Coordinator, City of Atascadero
- Paul Williams, Vice President of Finance, All About Events
- Zack Devlin, Director of People, California Coast Beer Company
