Board of Directors
Elected by its membership, the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors establish Chamber policies and set the goals and objective of the organization. All Board members represent many facets of the Solana Beach business community and dedicate considerable time and effort into planning and executing Chamber programs and events. The Chamber holds several events that bring the community of Solana Beach together, such as the annual Fiesta Del Sol held every year in May. We are grateful for our Board of Directors and all of their effort in helping our business community thrive!
Executive Board
Ron Blumberg
Mr. Blumberg has diverse experience in various transactional and litigation matters, concentrating primarily in the fields of business, commercial and general civil litigation.
In addition, he has handled and tried cases involving dissolution of long term marriages, professional negligence, product liability, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, insurance subrogation, common carriers/transportation and fraud. Mr. Blumberg successfully handled one of the first cases in the United States involving a unique cause of toxic shock syndrome. He also was lead counsel in a groundbreaking case in California dealing with individual homeowners’ liability in condominium litigation.
In 1992, Mr. Blumberg left Los Angeles and moved to Solana Beach, California where he began his own practice. In the past 33+ years, Mr. Blumberg’s professional life has been devoted to representing individuals, families and small businesses for a wide range of legal needs. Living, raising a family and establishing a law practice in North County San Diego have proven to be the right choices for Mr. Blumberg, and he remains honored and blessed to be a part of the Solana Beach community.
After working over 30 years in litigation, Mr. Blumberg has learned that not every legal dispute should be handled the same way. The primary responsibility of a legal representative is to know the client, and his or her particular needs, in order to secure positive results as efficiently and painlessly as possible. Civil conflicts may ultimately have to be tried in a court of law, but not every dispute needs to be adversarial and acrimonious. Although Mr. Blumberg will aggressively litigate and try cases when necessary, not every problem needs to be immediately thrust into the judicial process. Mr. Blumberg’s focus is on finding Innovative Legal Solutions which promotes creative advocacy for his clients to ensure the best possible results through the least disruptive
process.
Mr. Blumberg has been a member of the Board of Directors for over 20 years.
Greg Petre
Greg Petre is a Solana Beach native and is President of T&M Mechanical Sales Company, a manufacturers’ representative firm for commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. Greg has been on the Chamber Board since 2006.
Sara Freund
Sara Freund is the owner of the Local State Farm Agency on the 101 and an engaged Solana Beach Chamber member. She’s passionate about community—volunteering with the Junior League of San Diego. Outside of work, Sara soaks up time outdoors with her two boys, from local hikes to beach cleanups.
Alan "Mitt" Mittleman
Originally from Pawtucket, RI, I moved to San Diego in 1989 from Boston, eventually moving to Solana Beach in 1995.
My education includes a BS Accounting from Syracuse University and an MBA from Babson College. My three children all grew up in Solana Beach and attended the local public schools, graduating from Torrey Pines High School before attending 4-year universities.
I have managed and owned multiple businesses since moving to California. I am a
founding owner of Custom Logos where I served as its CEO for 20 years and, subsequently, an owner of DRIVE AutoCare.
I currently own and operate CRUNCH Bite-Sized Accounting, a provider of monthly, fixed-priced accounting and consulting services.
When I’m not working, you will usually find me at The Saddle (but don’t tell my wife).
Ann is the current Office Manager at Harbour Hardwood Floors, bringing extensive experience in administrative support and customer service. Known for her strong interpersonal and communication skills, she excels in coordinating with clients and fostering productive relationships. Her background includes working in a variety of industries, including banking, education, and retail, demonstrating her adaptability and professionalism in a range of organizational environments.
Board of Directors
Mandelyn McKinley Huiras
Board Member
Mandelyn McKinley Huiras
Mandelyn is originally from Grand Junction Colorado. She moved with her husband Jim to Solana Beach in 2013, a few months before they welcomed their daughter McKinley. McKinley is part of the global program at Skyline Elementary. Mandelyn and Jim are both active within the Solana Beach Community.
Bringing a wealth of knowledge with over 20 years development experience, her
background is in College Athletics. Moving to San Diego in 2010 for opportunity to
worth with San Diego State Athletics, where she most recently severed as the Senior
Associate Athletic Director for Development. Prior to that Mandy was the Associate
Athletic Director Development at the University of North Texas. In her current role she’s
the Director of Development for Mountain Shadows Foundation. Her mission is to raise resources and assets for the support of persons with intellectual disabilities. Her passion lives in hospitality and played a major role in her helping to open Alce101
Kitchen & Tequileria.
Bryan Fuller
Bryan is a graduate of the University of Southern California majoring in Business Finance. He worked in finance for a number of years before opening a business in Solana Beach. He has been a business owner in Solana Beach since 1991. He was elected to the Board of the Solana Beach Chamber of Commerce in 1993. He has served as President, Vice President and Treasurer. He has helped guide the Chamber for the past 30 plus years to offer its members the best opportunity to not only succeed but thrive. He has worked on many marketing and tourism committees to help promote Solana Beach. He has also served on the Highway 101 Property Owners board working closely with the city during the grade separation (lowering of the railroad tracks) and Highway 101 streetscape improvement projects. He is also a member of the Business Liaison Committee for city of Solana Beach. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that keeps the Chamber at the forefront of the business community.
Peter House
Board Member
Peter House
President of the former Solana Beach 101 Association.
Peter has been on the Chamber Board since 2006.
Paige Bradley
Paige Bradley is the owner of Séjour Home, a Solana Beach business offering a curated collection of antiques, art and home decor inspired by a decade of living in Paris. A Los Angeles native, Paige spent much of her career in strategic communications and in the non-profit sector where she served as Executive Director and Development Director, assisting mission-driven organizations raise funds, plan events and manage programs. She looks forward to contributing her skills and experience to the mission of the Solana Beach Chamber and supporting local businesses as they grow and thrive.
Dr. Robin Jones is the Founder and Lead Practitioner of Everwell Acupuncture, a modern wellness studio grounded in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine and dedicated to restoring balance across body, mind, and spirit.
Robin holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from the Pacific College of Health and Science and has completed advanced mentorships in Classical Chinese Medicine with Ann Cecil-Sterman, Japanese Meridian Therapy with Dr. Elizabeth Talcott, and Five Element Acupuncture with Dr. Brian Bender. Her additional certification in Non-Surgical Facial and Body Rejuvenation under renowned teacher Ms. Lanying Cui bridges the worlds of medicine and aesthetics — reflecting her belief that inner and outer healing are inherently connected.
Before founding Everwell, Robin served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Marine Taxonomic Services, Ltd., where she led complex environmental consulting operations, managed field research teams, and championed workplace culture rooted in care and collaboration. Her earlier career spanned investment management, fashion design, fitness entrepreneurship, and environmental science, reflecting a lifelong curiosity for how people and systems thrive when aligned with purpose.
A San Diego native and natural connector, Robin is passionate about building community and reimagining what healthcare can be — integrative, human-centered, and deeply relational. Her clinical approach draws from ancient medicine, modern physiology, and the art of presence. She helps patients unwind stress, rebalance the nervous system, and address root-cause imbalances through consistent, compassionate care.
When not in the clinic, Robin finds restoration through travel, movement, and time in nature. She loves cooking and baking as a form of meditation, practicing barre3 to move stagnant energy, and connecting meaningfully with those around her.
Robin believes that healing is not a destination, but a relationship — one built on curiosity, kindness, and the courage to reconnect with the wisdom of the body.
Jeanene Rippel is the Branch Operations Officer for Poppy Bank in Del Mar, CA located on Via De La Valle.
Jeanene comes with over 30 years of banking experience starting as a teller/banker to becoming a branch manager and pursuing leadership roles for 20 plus years. Jeanene is a graduate of Western Illinois University, Macomb, Illinois.
Originally, Jeanene grew up in western Illinois (Quad City Area) and moved to Chicago in 1988. Jeanene and her husband, Rick, moved from Chicago to Rancho Bernardo/San Diego in 2013. Jeanene has two awesome adult children who are both chefs. Her son, Brandon, is the Chef de Cuisine at The Crosby Country Club in Rancho Santa Fe. Her daughter, Marina, is a Menu Team Manager for Delta Airlines, Atlanta GA, and travels the world. Plus, a wonderful stepdaughter, Evelyn, who lives in Colorado. Jeanene has a Corgi grand puppy named Rosie (Rosemary Jean). Jeanene and Rick have an awesome Gray Tabby Cat, Larry, adopted in April 2025.
Jeanene is passionate about being involved in the community that she works and lives in. Jeanene is a big supporter of the local chamber of commerce and connecting business owners to network and growth. Jeanene enjoys providing businesses/clients with the best client experience and helping them to achieve their goals. Jeanene takes great interest in learning more about clients/prospects businesses and how she can assist with their growth and/or next steps.
When not working at the bank, Jeanene loves to take walks in nature/Lake Hodges, explore Torrey Pines etc., singing in the church choir and praise team, watching college (a Big 10 Fan)/NFL football (a Bears Fan), and college basketball (March Madness) with her husband and friends.