2024 Ambassadors

Greetings!  I'm Denise Duran, I grew up in Cupertino when it was known for its Cherry Orchards, not Apple Computers!  Adulting began when I met my husband of nearly 30 years and he suggested that we move to the East Bay to purchase an affordable home.  Brentwood became the destination when our eldest was ready to start Kindergarten.  With three kids, three dogs, and 20 years later, we have moved throughout the City's neighborhoods and now, nearly empty-nesters, continue living our best lives here.   
 

As a Mortgage Loan Officer with Supreme Lending,  I specialize in building relationships with my clients, really getting to know their wants and needs. Real estate is a transaction of trust which, I believe, is earned. My positive attitude and dedication to serving my client’s needs is my path to success. I pride myself on my knowledge of the local market, school districts, neighborhood information, and related services. I'm actively involved in community functions, volunteering for various events and boards.

Being a Chamber Ambassador offers me the opportunity to not only network with like-minded individuals, but also to be involved in the city and assist the Chamber in it’s mission, initiatives and events.

Split Second Response (SSR) is a licensed California Department of Consumer Affairs: Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and American Red Cross training center with a highly-skilled staff that includes National Champion Martial Artists, and current and former police officers, and military veterans. SSR is a unique training facility that provides an amazing blend of services that include martial arts lessons, First-Aid/CPR/AED courses, firearms training (basic pistol, CCW Certification, and Advanced Pistol), and training courses for members of the security industry. The services for security professionals include guard cards (Powers to Arrest and Authorized Use of Force), firearms, and baton certification courses, as well as Taser and Active Shooter training. 

My name is Maria Galicia, an Independent Associate with a 50-year-old company, LegalShield.
I offer a portfolio of Legal and Identity Theft services - protecting families, small businesses, and commercial drivers' legal rights and their identities.
I specialize in the Small Business and Employee Benefit Division where I offer voluntary employee benefits at no out-of-pocket expense to the employer and help business owners affordable protect their business.