Originally from Los Angeles, Irene moved to La Jolla to attend UCSD where she graduated with a BA in Communications. She has since developed years of experience in Public Relations, Marketing, and Event Planning. Her work experience has always pertained to the non-profit sector, given her desire to focus on community enrichment.

When she’s not working, you can find her volunteering at events from Leucadia 101 or Cardiff 101. She is also the Membership Chair, Board Member and proud Rotarian of Encinitas “Animal House” Rotary Club.

Currently residing in Encinitas, you can usually find her in the water or downtown Encinitas on her beach cruiser. Her dream is to own her very own fishing boat one day and travel the world on it.

Born and raised on the East Coast, Nick graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA, where he Majored in Sports Management and Minored in Business. Following graduation in 2009, he trained as a Resident Athlete at the US Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA in the sport of archery.

After retiring from training an in 2015, Nick worked as an event coordinator for a sport focused non-profit, where he gained a passion for planning and executing events. He joins the Encinitas 101 team with a desire to work on more community-based events.

On the weekends you can find Nick exploring new restaurants and breweries around San Diego or photographing Southern California’s beautiful beaches and landscapes.