Cancer Support Community – Greater San Gabriel Valley (CSC) announced the appointment of four members to its board of directors: Dr. Marwa Kilani, Melissa Alcorn, Kandice Lin and Valerie Mendoza. Each brings leadership, expertise and a passion for CSC’s mission to ensure that no one faces cancer alone. 

The addition of these four accomplished women underscores CSC’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive leadership and strengthening its ability to meet the evolving needs of various demographic groups facing cancer in the greater Pasadena area. 

 Serge Melkizian, CSC’s board president, expressed his enthusiasm for the new directors and the future of the organization.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Marwa, Melissa, Kandice and Valerie to our board,” he said. “Their leadership and passion will help guide CSC as we expand our programs and strengthen our impact across the community.” 

Continuing board directors include Steve Ralph – vice president, Sandi Mejia Ramirez – treasurer, Vicki Laidig – secretary, Ellen Knell, Ph.D., George Mack, Mark Meahl, Susan Reynolds, Elliot Sainer, Charlotte Streng, Ronald Valenta, Jay Wagener and Kristin Windell.  

  CSC remains steadfast in delivering high-quality support, education and resources to ensure that every individual impacted by cancer finds connection, empowerment and hope, at no charge. 

For more information about CSC’s programs or leadership, visit www.cancersupportsgv.org.