The San Diego Foundation welcomed two new board members, a banking executive and a technology CEO.
Xiomara Arroyo and Alessandra Lezama started their contract on July 1. The San Diego Foundation’s Board of Governors is comprised of volunteers with diverse professional backgrounds, who are involved in community and philanthropic activities throughout the region.
“Our board and staff welcome Xiomara and Alessandra to our foundation family and we are grateful for their service,” said Mark Stewart, president and CEO of the foundation. Their diverse experiences and backgrounds strengthen our leadership and impact as we pursue fair, just and resilient communities for all San Diegans.
Arroyo is a market manager and vice president for PNC Bank serving the Southern California region. She leads a team of financial advisors who customize financial security and employee benefits for medium to large companies.
A graduate of Cal State San Marcos, he is currently the board chair of San Diego Habitat for Humanity and a member of the President’s Advisory Council at CSUSM.
Lezama founded TOOTriS, a childcare technology platform that helps parents find, book and pay for childcare in real time. Her awards include the “Dream Big – Minority Small Business of the Year Award” from the US Chamber of Commerce and the “Moving San Diego Forward Award” from the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. She also serves as a member of the board and management council of the state council.
A part of the community for 46 years, the San Diego Foundation has given more than $1.3 billion to support nonprofit organizations in the region.
