b'TGSC KICKS OFF AN INSPIRING 2026AS WE BEGIN 2026, I WANT TO SHARE MY APPRECIATION FOR THE ENERGY AND COMMITMENTEACH OF YOU BRINGS TO THE GOLDEN STATE CHAPTER. YOUR ENGAGEMENT AS LEADERS,VOLUNTEERS, AND ACTIVE PARTICIPANTS CONTINUES TO SHAPE THE STRENGTH ANDMOMENTUM OF OUR COMMUNITY.demonstrating your enthusiasm forcommunityone built on shared learning, connection, and continuedexperiences, collaboration, and a professional development. commitment to supporting one Guided by President Beth Hunter,another.CCMs theme, One Voice: CommunityLOOKING AHEAD TO 2026:in Motion, we enter 2026 focusedGolf TournamentsLINDSAY PIZARRO, CCM, CCE on strengthening relationships,Planning is underway for our four golf MANAGING DIRECTOR supporting member advancement, andtournaments. Please look for the Save THE GOLDEN STATE CHAPTERexpanding the reach of TGSC acrossthe Dates, as these events remain OF CMAA California and our RenoTahoe Region. a meaningful way to connect with Community Building: Members &fellow members and partners while Partners Together supporting the Foundation.Last year was exceptionalOne of our priorities this year isSpring & Fall Conferencesfor TGSC. Together, webuilding a stronger, more connectedOur team is preparing thoughtful earned several honors thatTGSC community. Welcoming newprograms for both conferences:reflect the collective effortsprofessionals into the Chapter is Spring ConferenceOmni Rancho Las of our members, partners,an important part of this work, and and volunteer leaders: your introductions to colleagues andPalmas, Palm DesertCMAA Large Chapter of theemerging leaders help broaden our Fall ConferenceMontereyYear network thoughtfully. Please look out for more information Best in Show at CMAAsOur Partners are also central to thison these events, including program Legislative Leadershipcommunity. Their engagement enhanceshighlights, speakers, and registration Conference Idea Fair the TGSC experience and supports thedetails. Student Chapter of theprograms and opportunities available2026 Virtual AuctionYear, awarded to Californiathroughout the year. I encourage you toOutreach for contributions to the State Polytechnic University,get to know them, explore their services,Virtual Auction will begin soon. Pomona and build relationships that support yourParticipationwhether donating an clubs and elevate shared goals. item or sharing opportunities with your We also delivered 99Together, our members and Partnersclubdirectly supports education and Chapter program offerings,form the foundation of TGSCsour Chapters needs. 4 JANUARY/ FEBRUARY 2026VOLUME 17 | NUMBER 6'