Carlen’s story is a beautiful blend of community devotion, personal grit, and family pride. She’s not just a San Diego native—she’s a force for good in the city, channeling her lifelong passion for service into real impact. Her work with social service agencies and nonprofits over the past three decades, especially in leadership, fundraising, and program development, shows a deep understanding of how to turn compassion into action.
Her career highlights as an Executive Director and Development Director, where she continued to uplift others through volunteerism and community engagement, led her to join forces with Teresa Miller and bring 365 Connect to life. She currently serves as a Board Member on several smaller nonprofits in San Diego, lending her expertise to help them maintain their nonprofit status and continue to serve the San Diego community.
And her personal life? Equally inspiring. From cheering on her son Shane in the sprint car circuit to supporting her two daughters, Sydney, who will be graduating Texas Tech University this summer, and Grace, a Freshman at Cathedral Catholic High School, Carlen’s dedication to her family mirrors her commitment to her community.