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My past work experiences at San Jose Job Corps, CityTeam Ministries, and Silicon Valley Children’s Fund, have solidified that working with youth is where I want to be! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b11da8636099b52be0d27a3/1545807697482-QWGCNRQ0J2NZUC2Z5QNE/laura.jpg About Us Laura Holmbeck Vice President I am a married mom of two grown kids of my own but I have been a mom, a coach and a mentor to many kids. I have always enjoyed spending time with teens and young adults – I love their spirit and grit. I am so excited to be a part of this program and to be able to reach kids that need someone to coach and mentor them. I currently work at WestGate Church as the Executive Director of Operations and CFO. 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