Kateryna Karasyk
My name is Kateryna Karasyk. I’m the founder and co-owner of Elephant Signage & Display, Intl.—a family-owned business with deep roots. Originally established in Donetsk, Ukraine, in 1995, our company brought nearly two decades of…
Christina Brittos
I was born and raised in South Orange County, CA. From 2011-2019 my husband, Juan and I lived in Texas pursuing our passion for music with our band. We played local shows, toured the south…
Dave Friedman
Born and Raised in Cincinnati. Twenty-five years in Boston. Moved to the OC in 2003. Played in a touring Rock ‘n’ Roll band. Worked at Lotus Development. Tried Network Marketing with my wife. Crashed and…
Olha Yaloza
My name is Olha Yaloza, and I am a chocolatier originally from Lviv, Ukraine, now residing in Mission Viejo, CA. I have been pursuing my passion for creating exceptional chocolates and enhancing their natural flavors…
Chris Carlson
Having grown up in Orange County, my wife and I always knew it was the ideal place to start our family. I earned my degree in business finance and launching my career in San Diego,…
John F. Salamy
I’m semi-retired, lived in Orange County since 1985. I grew up in San Diego. I am currently employed as a residential mortgage loan officer and I also work for an organization called Strategic Kids as…
Gary Trudell
My family has owned and operated Custom Comfort Mattress for the past 35 years. I was raised in the mattress and upholstery industry, working both as a craftsman and in sales. I am the main…
MICHELE MITCHELL
I’m Michele Mitchell, the first Executive Director of the Mission Viejo Nadadores here is Southern California. The Nadadores is one of the iconic brands of the City of Mission Viejo. Our story arc goes on…
James Hoppe
I am a SoCal native… born and raised! I’m originally from Hacienda Heights and have lived in Mission Viejo for the last 20 years. I graduated from Woodbury University with a Bachelor of Architecture professional…
