C-Sweet Los Angeles Chapter Networking Event
Philanthropic Executives: Leading with Purpose, Impacting the World
Wednesday, July 15th
5:30 – 7:30 PM PT
Maryvale
7600 Graves Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770, USA
Meet the visionary leaders merging business acumen with social impact. This powerful conversation explores how top executives are driving change, shaping corporate responsibility, and redefining success through purpose-driven leadership. Drawing from their leadership experiences, our panelists will share practical insights on balancing purpose, performance, and long-term impact.
Walk away with fresh perspectives and actionable leadership strategies for integrating purpose, impact, and performance in today's evolving business landscape, then connect with fellow executives and professionals over networking, appetizers, and drinks.
Complimentary for C-Sweet members. Non-member ticket - $49.
Meet the Moderator
Monique A. Stennis, MBA
Co-President, Bloom Again Foundation
Monique A. Stennis is a communications professional with expertise in diversity initiatives and building a culture of inclusion within higher education institutions, small to mid-sized organizations, non-profits, and entrepreneurs.
She leverages her unique background, perspective, and extensive marketing career to quickly identify, translate, and deliver project management expertise; communication strategies; and innovative diversity programming align with the organizations’ mission.
Meet the Panelists
Marisol Barrios Perez, MSPA, APR
Executive Director, HEAR Center
Marisol Barrios Perez, MSPA, APR, is an award-winning communications leader, educator, and changemaker with more than 25 years of experience in public relations, nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and social impact storytelling. On January 19, 2026, Marisol was appointed as the executive director of HEAR Center. She oversees all aspects of the clinic’s operations, including strategic planning, program operations, fundraising, communications, and financial oversight, with a collaborative, data-informed, trauma-informed, mission-driven approach
Through her company, Mission Driven PR, Inc., and her training platform, the Nonprofit PR Academy, Marisol has empowered nonprofit communications and development professionals to align messaging with mission—amplifying impact through her signature GRACE method, a five-step framework that helps organizations communicate with purpose and clarity.
Erica Gonzales
Vice President of Administrative Operations, Maryvale
Erica Gonzalez is Vice President of Administrative Operations at Maryvale, where she leads organizational development, innovation, and strategic growth for the nonprofit serving vulnerable children and families. With a background in engineering, consulting, and social impact, she brings a systems-thinking approach to solving complex challenges. Erica is known for bridging data and heart—driving strategy that centers both mission and measurable outcomes. She is passionate about building resilient organizations that deliver lasting change in their communities.
Anne Grey
President & CEO, Make-A-Wish® Orange County & the Inland Empire
Anne Grey is the President & CEO of Make-A-Wish® Orange County and the Inland Empire, where she leads the organization’s mission to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. With more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Anne has held executive roles at respected organizations including Vivalon, the Alzheimer’s Association, and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.
A passionate advocate for community impact, Anne has been recognized for her ability to drive strategic growth, build strong partnerships, and inspire philanthropic engagement. In 2020, she was named one of the Orange County Register’s Most Influential People.
Kim Tracy Prince
Vice President Marketing & Communications, Kidsave
Kim Tracy Prince is the Director of Marketing and Communications at Kidsave, where she brings a multidisciplinary background in education, nonprofit, digital media, and television production. A seasoned strategist and storyteller, she previously led marketing and communications at the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law.
Kim holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from Pepperdine’s Graziadio Business School. She lives in the Los Angeles area with her husband, two teenagers, and a cat.
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