Board of Directors 2026
Our Board of Directors is a team of people elected by the Chamber shareholders, the Membership, to represent their interests and ensure that the Chamber is a catalyst, convener and champion on their behalf.
We are proud to introduce you to your 2026 Board of Directors!
Glenn Novotny, 2026 Board Chair
Founder of Glennhawk Vineyards and Emerald Pet Products, Managing Director of GMMR,LLC
Glenn Novotny is a real estate Developer and currently is the lead investor and General Manager on building The NOVA, a 50-unit luxury condominium development for active seniors age 55 and over. He is also the Founder and Owner of Glennhawk Vineyards and Emerald Pet Products and the Managing Director of GMMR,LLC, a real estate development organization based in Danville, CA. He currently consults with founders and businesses interested in either selling or buying businesses.
Glenn worked at Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ – CENT) for 17 years; as President and COO from 1990 to 2003 and CEO from 2003 through 2007. Glenn was instrumental in taking Central public in 1993 and growing it from sales of $200 million to $1.7 billion through organic growth and over 40 acquisitions to create the largest pet supply and second largest garden supply company in the U.S. He also worked at Weyerhaeuser Corporation from 1970 to 1990 in a variety of operating, strategic planning, sales and executive management roles. He served as CEO of Weyerhaeuser Garden Supply from
1988 to 1990.
Glenn has served on numerous public and private boards of directors and has significant entrepreneurial experience. He has previously served on the Board of Directors of Central Garden & Pet, Pet Food Express, VeriTainer Corp., AngioScore, Ditan Corporation, Confirma, Freedom Innovations, Nexus BioSystems, Trupanion Pet Insurance, Reeb Millwork, Radio Systems, Edge Systems (HydroFacial), and Bay Alarm. He also has significant experience in Mergers and Acquisitions in several industries and completed over 75 transactions in his career. He also was an Operating Partner at Telegraph Hill Partners, a San Francisco based private equity firm, investing in medical devices, life sciences, and healthcare companies from 2008-2015. G1enn received a BA from Chadron State College in Nebraska and graduated from the Harvard Business School Program for Executive Management Development.
Tim Argenti, Board Member, Membership Lead
Tim Argenti is the President of Argenti & Associates, a consulting services company. Previous to forming Argenti & Associates, Tim served as Community Relations Manager for Republic Services.
He previously served as Past Chair of the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce. Due to his extensive community relations and government affairs experience, he has served on several East Bay Chamber Boards of Directors, both as Chair and as Director, and currently serves as Chair of Meals on Wheels Diablo Region.
Dave Fong, Board Member, Economic Vitality & Government Affairs Lead
Dave has over 40 years of retail experience with two of the larger grocery and drug store companies in the U.S. Dave’s career included serving as the Senior Vice President of Pharmacy/ Health and Wellness for Safeway U.S. and Canada, and Senior Vice President Pharmacy for Longs Drug Stores. In 2018, Dave joined Nurx, a digital health care start up and spearheaded a number of successful pharmacy business initiatives. Currently, Dave is the President and CEO of Dave Fong Rx Consulting Services leveraging his knowledge, experience, and broad network of industry relationships to support the successes of pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and technology companies.
Dave has served on a number of pharmacy advisory boards for industry, academia, and energy, including time as a governor appointed member of the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Dave has represented the Danville community as a Commissioner, Councilmember, and Vice Mayor. During his time, Dave actively partnered with the Council, Town Staff, small businesses, and the community, supporting a legacy of dedicated service. Dave’s primary contributions include the ability to bring people together, make meaningful progress, and demonstrate to the community the power of collaboration, the importance of listening, and the value of acting boldly in the face of challenges.
Dave Fong graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.A. in Economics, and University of California, San Francisco with a Doctor of Pharmacy. Dave and his wife, Louise, reside as “empty nesters” and enjoy all that Danville offers; yet travel often to visit their children and grandkids in Hong Kong and Denver respectively.
In his free time, Dave is an avid social cyclist, golfer, and “Blue and Gold” supporter of his UC Berkeley Bears. “ GO BEARS”!!
Jason Hickey, Board Member, Finance Committee Lead
Klara Bleier, Board Member, Ambassador Liaison to the Board
Klara Bleier, a proud Danville native, has roots deeply embedded in her community. Her educational journey took her through Green Valley Elementary School, Los Cerros Middle School, and Monte Vista High School, where she met her husband of 18 years, Jason Bleier. Klara earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and History from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Professionally, Klara is a Sales Account Executive at Old Republic Title in Danville. Her career path is diverse, having previously owned and operated a successful Asian-fusion catering boutique, which gained popularity for catering events across Contra Costa and Alameda Counties.
Klara is passionate about education and actively contributes to her community as the President of The Blackhawk Scholarship Fund (BSF). This local, volunteer-run non-profit, established in 2003, is dedicated to supporting exceptional young women in Contra Costa County in achieving their higher education dreams. BSF has awarded over $460,000 in scholarships to deserving women in financial need.
In her personal life, Klara enjoys skiing with her husband in the winter, traveling in the summer, enjoying fine food, attending music festivals, and cherishing moments with family, friends, and her beloved Corgi, Sir.
Steve Glaski, Board Member
Vice President, Relationship Manager, Heritage Bank of Commerce
Steve Glaski is Vice President, Relationship Manager for Heritage Bank of Commerce in Danville, where he delivers strategic financial solutions and ideas to help local companies grow, improve cash flow, and invest in their future.
Steve has been in the community helping local companies with their business banking needs for over 16 years. He grew up in Danville and graduated from University of California Santa Cruz with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management and Economics.
Steve currently lives in San Ramon with his wife Kelly and enjoys playing guitar, golf, baseball, and snow sports in his spare time.
Randy Negi, Board Member
Randy Negi is a longtime restauranteur who has owned and operated several different concepts over the last 37 years. He has previously owned Bridges Restaurant, The Vine & Spirits and is a Co-owner of Danville Brewing and Kaia’s Island Kitchen. Outside of Danville, he also has four Cafes in San Francisco.
The restaurant business has been his focus from a very early age, first as a busser to ultimately an owner and every position in between. He graduated from Cal Poly Pomona with a BA in Hospitality Management.
He has been a part of the Danville business community since 2004. He is passionate about his restaurants and to leading his teams to provide the best hospitality and dining experience possible.
Randy has lived in Danville for 27 years with his wife, Colleen and 3 grown children. He is excited to be a continuing chamber board member and looks forward to supporting the town he loves and calls home.
Misty Jones, Board Member
President & CEO, Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Misty Jones is a purpose-driven healthcare executive with over 20 years of clinical experience and more than a decade of proven leadership in developing and operationalizing high-value healthcare initiatives. She currently serves as President & CEO of Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, where she leads the development and execution of strategic and operational plans that drive competitive advantage while aligning with the overarching mission and vision of Stanford Health Care.
Guided by her core strengths—Arranger, Strategic, Relator, Learner, and Belief—Misty is known for her ability to think innovatively, foster meaningful connections, and design forward-thinking solutions that improve care delivery and patient outcomes. Her leadership philosophy centers on creating infrastructure that enables teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while achieving measurable operational success.
Before joining Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley, Misty held senior leadership roles at SSM Health and MU Health Care, where she successfully led transformational initiatives. These included the
development of an academic platform strategy, the launch of a regional imaging value partnership, expansion of monoclonal antibody infusion centers, and integration of emergency service lines generating more than $17 million in operating margin. Her ability to align clinical excellence with strategic execution has consistently produced scalable, sustainable results.
Misty holds a dual Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing and Keller School of Business. She also holds an Associate of Science in Nursing from Crowder College and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Missouri. She is a proud member of several professional organizations including the American Nurses Association (ANA), Missouri Nurses Association (MONA), Association of Perioperative
Registered Nurses (AORN), and the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE).
Misty is committed to leading with purpose, curiosity, and compassion to impact the greater good through a life of service and innovation in healthcare.
Shayna Ronen, Board Member
Founder, I Can Do That Performing Arts Center
Shayna Ronen is a native of Walnut Creek and discovered theater at the age of 9 under the direction of Edward Belasco in the Belasco Theater Company. She is the co-founder of I Can Do That! Performing Arts Center here in Danville.
Over the next ten years, she performed locally with numerous theater companies and trained with The Ballet School, Lawrence Pech and private vocal instructor Lucia Scardigno. She moved to New York in 2001 and graduated with a degree in Psychology, Linguistics, and Philosophy from New York University.
Shayna is a proud mother of two young boys who teach her every day how to be curious, bold, and full of humor. She is overjoyed to be bringing her love of theatre to a new generation of performers and to provide the Bay Area with some OUTSTANDING musical theatre!!
Jason Bliss, Board Member
Owner, Benchmark Design + Build
Jason Bliss lives in Danville with his wife Michele, and owns Benchmark Design + Build, specializing in renovations, remodeling, and new home building. His work was featured in six episodes of HGTV’s Brother vs. Brother, where he assisted Drew Scott with a Bay Area home renovation.
Jason has served as Director of Education for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry as the Sales & Networking Council for the National Association of Home Builders. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Real Estate Marketing Association in Danville. With over 25 years in the real estate and construction industry, he has extensive experience in sales, business development, and construction. Jason is an avid entrepreneur and loves to consult others in their business needs.
Stephanie Nava, Board Member
Stephanie Nava is the Director of FOR The Valley, a movement dedicated to serving the community in meaningful ways to create lasting impact. Launched over six years ago by Community Presbyterian Church, the initiative has grown to nearly 400 volunteers, ready to support local efforts and make a difference.
With a life long career in the nonprofit sector, Stephanie is passionate about helping people discover their purpose and connecting them with opportunities to serve. In addition to her community work, she has been a private music instructor for over 30 years, preparing children to shine on stage.
A Danville resident since 2018, Stephanie lives with her four children and is excited to serve as a chamber board member. She looks forward to bringing her enthusiasm for volunteerism and community engagement to the team.
Jeff Sutherland, Board Member
Jeff Sutherland is a Danville native with an extensive background in construction and construction management, as well as experience as a real estate investor and local business owner. He is the founder and owner of America’s Finest Hemp Co., a successful downtown Danville brick-and-mortar business established in 2020.
Through America’s Finest Hemp Co., Jeff helped bring access to safe, compliant hemp-derived cannabinoid supplements to Danville and surrounding communities seeking more natural wellness alternatives. His work has focused on responsible education, community engagement, and operating a business aligned with evolving state and local regulations.
Jeff also serves as a Board Member of the 100 Club of Contra Costa County (2023–2026). He is passionate about supporting local businesses, public safety, and initiatives that strengthen the community.
John Crossley, Board Member
John Crossley is a Bay Area native with a background in Sales and Hospitality. He is the COO of the Canyon Club Brewery (locations in Moraga and Danville). John loves the brewery; however, he says seeing families at the brewery make him the happiest.
When not working, he is playing outside, often in the garden or hiking a trail. He is passionate about supporting local businesses, mentalities, and ideas…as he often says, “All ships rise with the tide.”
Bob Hammer, Board Member
Bob Hammer is the Founder & Executive Director of the Have a Ball Foundation in Danville. As a 3-Time cancer survivor, Bob created The Have a Ball Foundation and has raised over $5.25 million for cancer since 2005. The foundation benefits 20-24 cancer organizations each year.
The Have a Ball Golf Tournaments are considered the largest privately held golf tournaments in the nation, with 600 participants each year right here in Danville at the Crow Canyon Country Club. He has hosted over 10,000 participants since 2005.
Bob also is the Development Director for “A Brighter Day” Foundation where he hosts a golf tournament, a car show, a crab feed and a benefit concert, also all right here in Danville.
A Danville resident since 2008, Bob and his wife Kim have 2 children. Bob has won the coveted Town of Danville “Citizen of the Year” twice, in 2015 and again in 2024.
