Kimberly Ellis Keynote Speaker for DIA

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Founded in 1932:
The Oldest Continuously Operating Democratic Club in California

Democrats in Action Dinner
February, 18 2017

Keynote Speaker

Kimberly Ellis
Executive Director of Emerge California

Candidate
for
Chair of the California Democratic Party

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More About Kimberly Ellis

Kimberly Ellis has revolutionized Democratic politics in California through her work as the first African American Executive Director in Emerge America's national network. Kimberly has dedicated her career to supporting, training, and inspiring Democratic women to step into political power all across California.

In seven years and under her leadership, Emerge California has greatly expanded its reach, effectiveness, and visibility. Today, more than half of Emerge California’s 400 alumnae currently serve in elected or appointed office. Kimberly’s commitment to diversifying the state's political landscape to become truly and authentically reflective of its electorate is reflected in the Emerge alumnae: 56% are women of color.

Prior to joining Emerge California, Ellis worked at Emerge America’s national headquarters as the National State Affiliate Director. In this capacity, she was responsible for launching new state programs and working with existing affiliates to increase and strengthen program quality, sustainability and growth.

Ellis has worked in private industry, state government and the non-profit sector, developing leaders and successful organizations across platforms. In 2009, she was appointed by the Mayor of the City of Richmond to serve as a Commissioner for the Community Development Commission.

Currently, she serves as the Recording Secretary for the African American Caucus of the California Democratic Party.

Kimberly is married with two children and resides in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Our Honorees
Groundbreaking Community Stars

Mary Curry

Lifelong Community and Neighborhood Activist

Founder and Member of Concerned Citizens of West Fresno

Former Member of the Fresno United School District Board Member

Former Member of Fresno Oversight Board

Nelson Esparza

Fresno County Board of Education Trustee, District 3

Economics Professor, Fresno City College

President Fresno Young Democrats

Elizabeth Grubb

Clovis North High School Student

Founder of Young Democratic Club on the Clovis North High School Campus

Lee Lor

Merced County Supervisor, District 2

Merced County Fair Board Member

Mercy Medical Center Merced’s Community Board Member

Elva Rodriguez

Advisory Board Member for the College of Arts and Humanities, CSUF

Former Curator for Arte Americas

Barbara Thomas

Retired Educator

Former Trustee of the Fresno County Board of Education

FCDWC Lifetime Achievement Award

Ellie Bluestein

Lifelong Local, National, and International Community Activist for Peace and Justice with an Emphasis on Women and Children

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Fresno County Democratic Women's Club Founded in 1932 is the Oldest Continuously Operating Democratic Club in California.

(559) 486-5422

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Fresno, CA 93755

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