Directors

FOUNDING DIRECTOR CLAUDETTE LEEVER

    Like every non-profit corporation, Fist of Gold relies on the vision and guidance of its directors. In 1997, Claudette Leever, a local community activist, became interested in the Castanedas’ efforts to develop the boxing program. Through her vibrant personality, hard work and unrelenting persuasion of her friends and community leaders, Claudette brought the program credibility and visibility. When she passed, she left a financial gift to the organization and a legacy that lives in the young people who pass through the gym. The young people have taken lessons in boxing and lessons in life and have moved on to college and into the world, with the gifts resulting from her personal commitment. Her passion continues to give them possibilities.

 

FOUNDING DIRECTOR JORGE CASTANEDA, SR

    Jorge Castaneda, Sr. was a well respected businessman and philanthropist in Pomona, California. His early passing in February, 2008, at the age of 60, left a big hole in Fist of Gold. He was a generous man who loved young people and believed that with a little guidance and training their future could hold great things.

    Jorge, Jr., fills his father's legacy by the countless hours he spends at the gym overseeing the program and spending time one-on-one with boxers as they train. By his hard work, he reinforces the faith in the youth program his father helped to create.
 

Many thanks to the past and present members of the community who have served on the board of directors!
 
Current directors are:
President, Alex Santos, Commercial Account Executive, Delaney Insurance Inc.
Vice President, Rita Romero, Admissions Coordinator, The School of Arts and Enterprise, Member at Large
Treasurer, David Lytle, Appraiser, CorLogic
Secretary, Mary Alice Reed, Specialized Equipment Systems
Juan Mata, Jr., Pomona Police Department, Member at Large
Dorothy Seiker, Custom Asphalt, Inc., Member at Large
Ed Hernandez, Member at Large
Shane Mosley, Sugar Shane, Inc., Member at Large