Cheryl Getuiza

California Forward has named Peter Repovich as a Forward Thinker for his dedication to protect and serve the citizens of Los Angeles even when he’s not wearing his badge.

He’s been an officer for the Los Angeles Police Department for 28 years. He’s seen the area go through many ups and down—and understands that making Los Angeles more economically vibrant will help the city attain new levels of security and prosperity.

California Forward has named Paul Betancourt a Forward Thinker for his work in the agricultural community. For the past 30 years, he’s been a farmer in the Fresno Valley, he’s proud of what he does—in fact, he says it’s easy to advocate and be proud of agriculture.

What’s the best way to connect minority businesswomen with others in their community—then give them the tools to succeed? Put them all in one room, for one day.

California Forward held a town hall meeting at the CAHCC’s event in San Jose where panelists discussed keeping the state’s economic engine running in the midst of a slump.