Ambassador Committee

PALEOVENTURES is a Walnut Creek based outdoor teambuilding company.  We specialize in taking corporate and non-profit teams, from 6-30 into naural settings where they learn both outdoor skills, such as fire making and compass navigation, and team skills such as giving and receiving feedback, sharing responsibility and acknowledging the contributions of teammates.  It is low impact, high engagement and fun.  Teams leave energized, with a new appreciation for their teammates, the importance of good teamwork and the skills to make it happen.

Gary has been in the financial and insurance services business for over 45 years in the Bay Area. He focuses on comprehensive financial planning, investment management services, retirement and tax strategies, insurance, estate, business exit planning and divorce planning. He has dedicated his years in the industry providing sound advice and solutions to individuals and businesses. With his expertise, tools and techniques, his clients feel more confident in reaching their goals for the future. 
Gary holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of CA Davis. He holds a degree in Certified Financial Consulting (ChFC), Certified Divorce Financial Advisor (CDFA) and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and a member of MDRT and NAIFA.
On a personal note, he has obtained the rank of Eagle Scout, God and Country and Order of the Arrow and is a member of the National Eagle Scout Association. 

Bay Area native and lifelong dancer, Samantha T. Marie is the co-founder of OmniEra, a sourcing company that focuses on events, entertainment, travel, wellness and arts. Having served in various board of directors roles including MPI, PCMA, and ILEA, she is passionate about supporting her fellow industry peers and continues to develop her expertise as a certified CMP, CITP, and CPT. On her limited downtime, she enjoys wine tasting, cheese & food pairings, and sunny destinations.

Offering Hope —through curiosity, mind/body nutrition, fun adventures & a side hustle you’ll love. 

Helping small business owners navigate the challenging world of HR compliance while maintaining growth.  I've lived and worked in Walnut Creek, CA since 2002.  

Kerri Fritsch, Business Development specialist at Red Box IT and Cybersecurity.  With decades of experience bringing value to businesses throughout the Bay Area, Kerri is dedicated to protecting your business and helping you grow and scale though strategic technology.  Kerri's Award-winning Team at Red Box is recognized as one of the leading IT Companies in the nation.
Red Box delivers at the highest-level professional service companies like attorneys and accountants; contractors, manufactures, and non-profits. The Red Box advantage is in the results. Improving your bottom line and growing your company is at the root of all that we do.