Meet the 2026 Board Candidates
Thank you to those who expressed interest in running for a Westchester-Playa Democratic Club 2026 board position!
A list of the nominations received by our Nominating Committee by the deadline is below. The Nominating Committee is no longer accepting nominations.
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Here are the nominations received by the Nominating Committee:
EXECUTIVE BOARD CANDIDATES
President: LIZ KANE
Elizabeth “Liz” Kane is a lifelong California Democrat and resident of Westchester since 2009 and was pleased to serve in this role for 2023. Liz has also taken on role as a CADEM Delegate for AD 61 this year and is enjoying being involved in CA Democratic Politics. During her day job, she supports LAUSD Virtual Academy and Educational Option Schools supporting students from all across LA. Her role as an educator and administrator provides her with a unique set of skills to communicate effectively and coordinate multiple projects at the same time. Liz’s passion for activism led her to found Westside Activists with other local activists and she continues to fight for Democratic issues in local, statewide, and national elections.
VP OF POLITICAL AFFAIRS: AHMANISE SANATI
Ahmanise is a social worker and mother who stays active in various forms of activism in her community and beyond. She’s been involved with WPDC for several years now and is eager to join the board for another year, if given the privilege.
VP OF FINANCE: CORD THOMAS
I have been a resident of Westchester for over 10 years. I have been an active member of the Westchester-Playa Democratic Club for over 3 years and on the board, serving as VP of Finance, for a year. As VP of Finance, I have helped reduce the club's overhead expenses, allowing the club to channel more of its resources towards its mission. Prior to joining the club, I was on the board of the Neighborhood Council of Westchester/Playa for 4 years where I served as the Finance Director for 2 years. I would welcome the opportunity to continue to serve as the VP of Finance for the Westchester-Playa Democratic Club.
VP OF OPERATIONS: MARY COOK GONZALEZ
Mary has been a resident of Westchester for 38 years, since moving to California in 1988. She has been an active member of the Westchester/Playa Democrat Club since 2022 and joined the board in 2023. She is a retired executive, working for over 30 years in the consumer products industry. Mary currently volunteers for Grassroots Neighbors and the YMCA food bank, and has previously served the community as a volunteer with the Girl Scouts, Paseo Del Rey School Site Council, La Tijera United Methodist Center for Children Steering Committee, and Westchester United Methodist Youth Group. Mary is actively seeking opportunities to assist others, working to improve our community, and is eager to continue her role on the board for a 4th term.
VP OF COMMUNICATIONS: SHERRY LAMBIE
I'm a lifelong Democrat, passionate activist, and experienced graphic designer and social media marketer with over 30 years working in L.A. I've proudly served as a Board Member at Large and am now stepping up to help strengthen our club’s voice during these critical times. We are facing a chaotic political landscape, and it’s more essential than ever that our message is clear, compelling, and reaches our community. I believe my professional background and deep-rooted commitment to our shared values make me uniquely suited to help shape and strengthen that message. Beyond activism, I truly value the camaraderie and energy that comes from organizing and socializing with fellow Democrats. This club is a powerful space for connection and action, and I’m eager to continue contributing to its momentum and success.
VP OF PROGRAMS: Susan Robinson
I am a life-long Democrat, a resident of Westchester-Playa for 30+ years, and an active member of the Westchester-Playa Democratic Club for nearly ten years. I bring decades of Board experience, serving non-profits at many Executive Board levels, and I have been a been proud member of the WPDC Board for five years. I am especially passionate about helping to create a sense of community. I want to help bring together like-minded Democrats in comfortable spaces to address the many challenges we are all facing while building friendships and even finding opportunities to laugh!
If you have any questions, please contact the Nominating Committee Chair:
Susan Robinson: susanrobinson88@gmail.com
Thank you,
2026 Nominating Committee
Susan Robinson, Chair