Meetings

Meetings

Upcoming Events

May Meeting

May 28th

Time:

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location:

Hampton Inn Lake Forest

Speakers

August Meeting

Aug 27th

Speakers

September Meeting

Sept 24th

Speakers

October Meeting

Oct 22nd

Speakers

November

No meeting

December Meeting

Dec 3rd

Speakers

Note : First Thursday of the month

Annual Meeting Membership

January 2026

Speaker : Oz Laniado

Oz Laniado is a dedicated and dynamic professional, currently serving as the Executive Director of StandWithUs for the Southwest region. With an impressive background, Oz brings a wealth of experience and leadership to The Kindness Initiative.

Oz is the co-founder of a successful real estate company and the co-founder of Shongolulu, a mission-driven fashion brand that supports animal conservation. His entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to social causes are evident in his diverse endeavors.

Prior to his current roles, Oz served as the Executive Director of FIDF in the Southwest for over five years. His leadership experience also includes positions on the Board of Directors of a NASDAQ company and serving as the Regional Director of the Israeli American Council in San Diego.

Born and raised in Tel Aviv, Oz’s passion for Israel and his community is extraordinary. His dedication to fostering positive change and building strong, supportive communities aligns perfectly with the mission of The Kindness Initiative.


Become A Member

Annual Meeting Membership

FEBRUARY 2026

Speaker: URSON RUSSELL

Urson Russell is not a politician—he’s a problem-solver, a business leader, and a lifelong Southern Californian who knows what makes this state extraordinary. Now, he’s running for State Assembly to bring that same energy, accountability, and results-driven leadership to Sacramento.

For 30 years, Urson has built and led businesses in operations, logistics, production, sales, training, and team management. He co-founded a company that pioneered high-tech lithium golf car fleets, helped launch a wearable camera company and today, makes products to help eliminate single-use plastics.

Urson believes that elections are the most fundamental part of keeping a healthy government and that our communities and daily life are most affected by “who” is in local office. He has led a movement for people across California to learn more about our elections and how we return to a common sense solution that puts communities first over Sacramento.

Urson is a fanatic for common sense, equal justice, and accountability. He believes good government is achievable and is committed to teaching citizens how to accomplish that together. He stands firmly with parents, demanding informed consent and institutional accountability.  Schools, healthcare, and the government must assist families and never override them. 

Urson leads by example. He’s ready to cut through the noise, fix what’s broken, and deliver real results for this generation and the next.

Urson Russell is an accomplished business leader and lifelong Southern Californian, recognized for his practical approach and commitment to excellence. As a candidate for State Assembly, he aims to bring proven leadership, accountability, and results-oriented strategies to Sacramento.

With three decades of experience in operations, logistics, production, sales, training, and team management, Urson has co-founded innovative companies, including those specializing in lithium golf car fleets and wearable camera technology. He currently develops products focused on reducing single-use plastics.

Urson advocates for transparent and effective elections, emphasizing the importance of local representation in government. He has led statewide initiatives to educate communities about the electoral process and promote solutions that prioritize local needs.

Dedicated to common sense, equal justice, and accountability, Urson supports informed consent and institutional responsibility, particularly in education and healthcare. He believes that government should empower families, not override them.

Leading by example, Urson Russell is committed to addressing challenges directly and delivering meaningful results for current and future generations.


Become A Member

Annual Meeting Membership

MARCH 2026

Speaker: Sheriff Chad Bianco

Sheriff Chad Bianco is a proven leader whose life has been dedicated to service. For more than three decades, he has protected California families and stood shoulder-to shoulder with the men and women who keep our communities safe. Rising from academy honors to lead one of America’s largest sheriff’s departments, Chad earned a reputation for clear-eyed decision-making, fiscal responsibility, and results stabilizing budgets, rebuilding partnerships with local agencies, and strengthening staffing while navigating crises from civil unrest to natural disasters.

Chad is committed to a safer, stronger California for the next generation. He believes every child should grow up in a  community where streets are safe, schools are excellent, and families can afford to build a future. That’s why he has championed common-sense public safety, accountability in government, and policies that support small businesses and working families.

On the campaign trail, he and  his wife, Denise, have traveled the length of our state listening to parents, first responders, farmers, and job creators bringing their concerns into a plan focused on practical solutions rather than politics.

Rooted in faith, family, and service, Chad is running for Governor to restore the promise of California: real opportunity, responsible leadership, and = respect for the people who call  this place home. His commitment is to Californians who deserve a government worthy of their hard work and a state that works for them.


Become A Member