Wendy L. McKinney

A trusted leader in business and non-profits, a co-pastor in ministry and a dedicated mother of three, Wendy McKinney has mastered how to prioritize work, family and a life of service. As the former Chief Development Officer for the American Red Cross, she raised millions to benefit the San Diego region. A former Financial Services Executive for AIG, she successfully led the sales and marketing team. For over 30 years, she has trained hundreds in leadership through conferences, retreats and motivational speaking. McKinney earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from UCLA and a Non-Profit Executive Leadership Certification from the University of Michigan. She and her husband live in San Diego, CA where they co-pastor a thriving local Christian ministry.

Johnathan currently serves as Interim Program Manager for SDHC. With over ten years of experience working with culturally and economically diverse communities in the region of San Diego. Johnathan is an advocate for empowering other to achieve their goals. He brings diverse and powerful insights into community issues and opportunities.

George has over twenty three years' experience in the financial services industry primarily working with seniors with long-term care and other services and products that focused on the challenges of aging. He has trained in Senior Care and Health Issues at Aetna Senior Training School. George has deep expertise in sales management and marketing, sales training, and business development, national accounts, product development, financial services, and conference presentations and planning.  Under his leadership, St. Stephen's received the Sage Award for best-built affordable housing facility in the United States in 2005 for work on our Jean C. McKinney Manor Project. Additionally, he and the team recently completed an 18-million-dollar renovation project on George D. McKinney Center and was personally responsible for putting together the finance team. B.S. Management, California Pacific University. George is currently pursuing master’s degree in theology, enrolled at Northeastern Seminary in Rochester New York.

Patented Inventor: I hold two patents covering human bio-diagnostics. I have a company that designs bio diagnostic devices to create better communication between doctors and patients.  Received the, “Roy Clay Award”. The Roy Clay Award was given to the 50 most powerful Blacks in Technology in the United States. I was honored to be one of 50 recipients in 2016.  

Angela started in healthcare as a CNA in her high school years then as a register nurse spending the first ten years of her career at bedside providing direct patient care. In the years since, Angela has specialized in the post-acute care sector. Today Angela serves as President of Hospice of the West Division for Bristol Hospice. Serving more than 4000 lives daily from Colorado to Hawaii.

During his professional career, Dr. Farouk have attained comprehensive experience in the healthcare arena, facilitate and develop a successful team, accomplishing company goals through effective utilization and quality management. His area of expertise is in

➝Strategic Planning & Development

➝Utilization Management

➝Stakeholder Collaboration

➝Quality & Process Improvement

➝Audit Program Development

He has spearheaded diverse healthcare service departments including inpatient services, outpatient services, case management, grievances & appeals. Dr. Farouk has formulated and implemented new health home programs (HHP) and currently working with an excellent team to develop and implement CalAim & Enhanced Case Management services for Medi-Cal managed care members. Executing quality improvement programs related to daily processes.

Dr. Farouk is the founder and visionary behind Western Medical Training Center, Inc.

Alan was born in San Diego and raised in the vibrant San Ysidro community, experiencing life on both sides of the border. He began his academic journey at Southwestern College before transferring to UCSD for his undergraduate studies. As a passionate leader in business development for San Diego County's largest PACE program, Alan is dedicated to enhancing healthcare access and improving community well-being. His strategic initiatives have not only significantly expanded services but also created economic opportunities and fostered local prosperity. Committed to empowering youth, Alan actively shapes the future through his board role at Mana de North County, embodying dedication to progress and inclusivity.

Marc is a patient experience advocate, combining 25+ years of innovative technology experience with firsthand knowledge of hospital systems. He leverages this unique perspective to help healthcare clients drive patient volume through tailored technology solutions.

Sara is a highly passionate nurse leader who strives to deliver quality of care to the patients she serves in skilled nursing facilities. Sara has extensive knowledge in many areas of quality improvement and assurance, clinical systems, CMS surveys, and educating/mentoring for other nursing leaders.

This event will provide you and opportunity to provide input, share your insights on the workforce and community opportunities. Your expertise are critical to our success. Thank you in advance for your investment.