President: Linda Bronson

Linda Bronson returns as the 41st President of the Almaden Valley Women’s Club. As President, she will be responsible for all operations of the AVWC. An active member since 1996, Linda has served as Festival Chair, Festival Co-Chair, and Food Booth Chair. Her committee experience includes Scholarship, Funds Disbursement, Glasses, Children’s Area, Equipment, and Operations.

Linda graduated cum laude from Siena Heights College in Adrian, Michigan where she double majored in English and History, with a minor in Philosophy.  She has been married for over 30 years and has two children, ages 26 and 22. Except for a three-year absence, the Bronsons have lived in Almaden Valley since 1979.

Linda loves old movies, remodeling homes, gardening, and, though she is an avid user of email, she enjoys using a fountain pen to write letters on beautiful stationary.

1st Vice President, Fundraising: Cindy Griffeth

After successfully moving the festival to Almaden Lake Park last year, Cindy Griffeth returns to oversee the 29th Annual Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival. Cindy joined the AVWC in 1998.  She has served as 2nd VP of Membership and chaired or co-chaired several festival committees including Entertainment, Beverages, and Hospitality/Logo.

Cindy is the mother of two girls, ages 11 and 9. She actively volunteers at Bret Hart Middle School and Graystone Elementary, where she was on the Home and School Club for 4 years. She enjoys crafts and long walks.

2nd Vice President, Membership: Julie Miller

As 2nd VP of Membership, Julie Miller will guide the 2005 membership class and recruit new members. Since joining in 2003, she has served as VP of Programs, co-chaired festival Parking and Electricity, and chaired the club’s June Friendship Dinner.

Julie has lived in Almaden Valley for 28 years. After attending Mesa College in San Diego, where she majored in Child Development, she returned to Almaden Valley to raise her family. Her sons, ages 10 and 8 ½, attend Williams Elementary.  Julie also is charge of an annual Boy Scouts of America day camp. She enjoys running.

3rd Vice President, Programs: Jennifer Coelho

As 3rd VP in charge of Programs, Jennifer Coelho will coordinate guest speakers for the AVWC monthly meetings. She has chaired Secret Sister, Beverages, Publicity, and Scheduling. She has also served on the Funds Disbursement, Scholarship, Glasses, and Silent Auction committees. Jennifer is a member of the AVWC because she is interested in supporting the community and enjoys spending time with the many friends she’s made in the organization. 

Secretary: Pamela Eades

Pamela Eades will serve as the Executive Board’s Secretary and be responsible for taking meeting minutes handling the club’s business correspondences. She has served as the club’s Newsletter Editor for 3 years.

Pamela moved to Almaden in 1974. She majored in Computer Science at Chico State and worked for several years in software engineering and marketing at a major computer vendor. Her son attends Castillero Middle School, where she coaches his Lego team.

Treasurer: Laurie Greer

As Treasurer, Laurie Greer will be responsible for the financial organization of the club.

Laurie grew up in Des Moines, Iowa and attended the University of Iowa, where she graduated with a B.A. in Communications and Public Relations with a minor in Counseling. She has lived in Almaden Valley for 8 years and is the mother of 3 boys ages 15, 13, and 10. Laurie is an active volunteer at William’s Elementary, Bret Harte Middle School, and Bellarmine College Preparatory. Laurie enjoys gardening, vegetables and bulbs being her favorites, trying new recipes and decorating her home.

Parliamentarian: Janice LaVelle

As Parliamentarian, Janice LaVelle will continue to provide advice and assistance to the board as needed. During her 16 years of service in the AVWC, she has served as VP of Fundraising, VP of Membership, Club Treasurer, Festival Treasurer, and Club Social Chair. After playing a key role in nearly every festival committee and chairing Glasses, Artists, and Equipment, Janice took the helm and chaired the 26th Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival.

A native Californian, Janice grew up in the Bay Area and the Central Valley. She earned her degree in Secondary Education from CSU Fresno and worked as a teacher after moving to Almaden Valley 20 years ago. She has been married to husband Dave for 26 years and has three children ages 15, 12, and 8.  Janice is a Sustainer in the Junior League of San Jose and actively volunteers at Presentation High School, Holy Spirit School, and Williams Elementary. She enjoys golf, walking, reading, re-modeling homes, and spending time at the beach.

About the Almaden Valley Women’s Club

Since 1965, the Almaden Valley Women's Club has been committed to serving the needs of the Almaden community and those of greater San Jose, through funds raised at our annual Art & Wine Festival. Our mission is to provide charitable financial assistance to non-profit children's foundations, educational facilities, teen programs and community non-profit organizations.