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Gabriela López Chávez Executive Director Raised in South County and long-term a Monterey County resident, Gabriela has nearly 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector. Most recently, Gabriela served as Director for the Taylor Farms Center for Learning with the First Tee - Monterey County. She is a graduate of CSUMB and San Jose State University. |
Evens Lanot Program Delivery & Operations Manager Experienced analyst with a demonstrated history of working in managerial level positions. Skilled in Data and Network Analysis, Nonprofit Organizations Management, and Fundraising. Strong ability to work under pressure and fast paced environment. A passion for computer enabled financial crimes, sanctions and cybersecurity. |
Justo (JR) Muñoz Refurbishing Manager |
Jacqueline Leon Digital Fluency InstructoR |
Marciana Yeater Americorps VIP Fellow Marciana ("Marci") was born and raised in Monterey County and is a recent graduate from CSUMB, majoring in Humanities and Communication with an emphasis in Journalism and Media Studies. Marci has a passion for videography and some experience with recruitment on social media. She is excited to help LFC's volunteer program and be able to better serve the community in a positive way. |
Stephen T. Lieberman Board Chair steve@loavesfishescomputers.org Steve joined LFC’s board in 2015 and brings to more than 20 years of experience leading information technology programs in government, business, academia, and nonprofits. Steve is interested in research and applications at the intersection of machine learning and government policy, and promoting the democratization of finance to foster systemic social and economic equity. He previously worked as an appointed government official and civilian contractor in a series of senior program management and R&D roles. Before that he was involved in a number of technology startups in California and the NYC metro area. Steve holds Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology, Biology, and Music from Simon’s Rock College and Bard College, a Master’s degree from the University of Connecticut, and completed his Ph.D. coursework in Modeling and Simulation (Computer Science) during his tenure at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. |
Dr. Chip Lenno Board Secretary Since 2008, Dr. Chip Lenno has served as Chief Information Officer of CSUMB. Dr. Lenno is responsible for the day-to-day operations of over 70 members in his IT staff for a campus of more than 8,000 users. Dr. Lenno has responsibility for every aspect of technology systems management for the campus. Dr. Lenno’s responsibilities include management and oversight of CSUMB’s IT department, including all hardware, software, network design, installation, and maintenance, as well the academic technology unit—The Center for Academic Technologies (CAT). Dr. Lenno is also responsible for the campus’s Information Security Program. Dr. Lenno has over 25 years of experience in IT, project, and budget management. He has participated in many strategic and tactical planning activities, and has an excellent record of results-driven solutions to complex technical and organizational problems. Dr. Lenno earned his Bachelor of Science from San Diego State University, his Master of Science from Texas A&M University, and his Doctor of Education from Pepperdine University. |
Jacob Siefke Board Treasurer Mr. Siefke joined our board in February 2018. Jacob brings to LFC his many years of dependability and thoughtfulness as a financial professional with experience in treasury operations. Jacob is a Sr. Financial Analyst at Granite Construction. Jacob is a proactive team player, resourceful in researching complex matters, developing initiatives, and identifying & driving business process optimization with innovative technology solutions & collaborative cross-functional team leadership. Jacob’s background in budget development and management, financial analysis and treasury operations will provide key insights into LFC’s current and future goals. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Minor in Management Information Systems from Santa Clara University. |
Debbie Cartmill LFC Director Mrs. Cartmill joined our board in July 2017. Debbie Cartmill managed the Balancing, Settlement & Reconciliation team for Capital One’s, Domestic Card Group and brings to LFC 40 years of experience in leading large teams across multiple sites who perform process accounting, cash settlement and reconciliation functions. Debbie is also the mother of one of LFC’s long-term volunteers, Jacob. Jacob came to LFC weekly as part of the North County Transitional High School Group, working with people with learning challenges and developmental disabilities. Debbie has been impressed with the way LFC has treated Jacob, and what he had learned over the 4 years which lead to his first job,with a local technology repair facility and subsequent referral and job with the GCE Program. Debbie resides in Prunedale, CA and is also apart of another local nonprofit that serves people with mental and physical special needs. |
Stephen Bernasconi LFC Director Stephen’s work as a Strategic Supply Chain Planner at Driscoll's has polished his toolset for LFC. He brings to the board, which he joined in August of 2017, over 15 years of experience in actuarial analysis, software engineering and strategic planning roles to the table. Stephen’s work in network optimizations, simulations, and modeling of complex financial and physical networks has unlocked millions of dollars of value for his employers and he expects to have similar results with LFC. He holds a Bachelors from the University of California at San Diego and continues to learn from everyone with whom he interacts. |
Hugo Alameda LFC Director Hugo joined LFC’s board in 2020. Hugo grew up in the agriculture industry and his love for computers and technical skills led him to become the Blackberry Supply Manager role for Driscoll’s. In his current position, Hugo consolidates, provides analytical insight and supports the production regions through US, Mexico and Canada generating supply forecast in order to optimize the fruits value. His love for plants began when he received a pepper plant as a gift and his mother’s work with tissue culture magnified that love which translated into a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Horticulture Science from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Hugo further his education and enhanced his skills by completing the Jack Welch Executive MBA program. During his free time Hugo likes to read, learn new skills, or plan to the travel to the next soccer World Cup tournament. Hugo is excited about participating in LFC in order to bridge and narrow the gap between accessibility and technology. |
Arlene Krebs Board President (Emeritus) Arlene is the founding Director of the Wireless Education and Technology Center at CSU Monterey Bay, and provides leadership to the Central Coast Broadband Consortium (CCBC) to create a tri-county broadband network and assist families with broadband adoption. She has worked in the arts, educational technology, telecommunications and the new media for over 34 years and shares her expertise by serving on the boards of organizations involved in these arenas. Arlene’s experience includes strategic planning, research, project management and evaluation, funding and marketing strategies. She has served since 2011 as LFC’s vice-chair. She provides leadership in fundraising and grant writing, project management and evaluation, and assists with partnerships and collaborations with K-12 and higher education schools. Arlene was recognized as a “California Broadband Champion” (2014) and received the “In the Arena Award” (2007) for her leadership in educational technology from the Center of Digital Education, where she is a Senior Fellow. |
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Former Board Members
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Loaves, Fishes & Computers enables
individuals to reach their full potential by providing low-cost computers and computer literacy classes to local low-income families, while providing volunteers the opportunity to learn and explore technology through their service to the community. 
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Location
938 S Main St. Salinas, CA 93901 Hours of Operation Tuesdays through Saturdays 10am - 4pm (during Pandemic) See our holiday hours Tel: (831) 393-9260 Please allow up to 2 business days for us to return your call. Se habla Español. Volunteer Sign In
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