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2024 BOard Members

The board is made up of volunteers who serve two year terms. Board meetings are open to SHHA members and generally meets on the First Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Community Center (1317 Butterfield Rd.).

Current Board Members

  • President – David Baker

David and his wife Emily found their home in Sleepy Hollow 7 years ago.  It wasn’t long before they realized they had 'hit the jackpot' by landing in such a terrific community and physical environment.  Entering his 5th year on the Homes Association board, David looks forward to supporting and seeing through many of the initiatives our all-volunteer board has led in recent years, including obtaining cellular service for the Hollow, safer streets, and expanded programs and social offerings at the community center. The Bakers have two boys enrolled at Hidden Valley, and for his day job David owns an architectural tile manufacturing firm. In his “free time” David loves spending time with his family, whether traveling or staying close to home (or these days, attending youth sports events). David also serves as the on-call handyman for his family, and frequently for the Sleepy Hollow Pool as well.


  • Vice President – Caroline Vance Bruister

Caroline Vance Bruister is a Marin native (Archie Williams graduate) whose triple sector career has spanned state government, nonprofit advocacy and partnership development for startups. She is excited to bring her skills and time to benefit the community where she has returned to with her husband Tom (they met as neighbors at UCSB) and two young boys. She is excited to connect neighbors and would love you to email her a kudos for your neighbor to run in the Bulletin (carolinebruister@gmail.com).
  • Director, TreasurerBryant Bedwell

Bryant Bedwell and his family moved to the Sleepy Hollow community in 2021, and he joined the SHHA Board shortly thereafter as Treasurer. His background is in financial analysis and investment management. He hopes to use his experience with budget projections and cash flow analysis to ensure SHHA has a long-term, sustainable funding plan that will benefit the community for many years to come. 
  • Director, Corporate Secretary – Nick Mullen

    Nick Mullen and his wife, Hayley, along with the rest of their crew (daughter Molly and son August), moved from New York City to San Anselmo in 2016 and to Sleepy Hollow in 2019.   During the day, Nick works as an in-house attorney at a San Francisco-based hedge fund and, after hours, you'll find him hoofing the trails around Sleepy Hollow when not on the pool deck cheering for the Sleepy Hollow Sea Lions or SHAQ waterpolo teams.
  • Director, Membership - Jennifer Hammerski 
Jennifer is a Marin native who settled in San Anselmo 7 years ago with her husband Chris. They have two children at Hidden Valley Elementary, Beckett (8) and Madeline (6). She works as a critical care nurse and enjoys volunteering at school. She is excited to dedicate her time serving on the board to help improve the community she and her family have grown to love, and are grateful to be a part of.
  • Director, Summer Pool - Diane Fiddyment

Diane Fiddyment is a long-time resident of Sleepy Hollow having moved to our idyllic valley in 1996. Diane had a career in the financial markets as a trader at the Pacific Stock Exchange. After a trip to Nepal and India in 1998, life took a drastic turn. Diane dedicated the next phase of her life to non-profit work (Big Brothers/Big Sisters) and building a school in a remote region of Nepal, previously not served with a school. Today, Diane and her husband (Sanar Singh Karki of Kathmandu) split their time between continents. Diane’s volunteer interest brings her to being the liaison between the Board and the Community Pool.

  • Director - Samantha Jelley

Sam Jelley is British born, and moved to California 14 years ago with her  husband, Gareth. She spent 8 years in San Francisco before moving to beautiful Sleepy Hollow after having a daughter, Sophie. As a lover of nature, waking up to deer outside her bedroom window is an absolute joy.

  • Director - Chris Staskus
Chris is a native Californian who has lived in Steeply Hollow for the past 35 years. He spend his career working in technology and commuting to San Francisco and Silicon Valley but could never bring himself to leave the Hollow.  He and his wife Jamie raised two children here and still enjoy all the wonderful aspects of our active community. Chris has been on the SHHA board in the past as well as years of service as a past president of the Sleepy Hollow Tennis Club. You can usually find him on the courts, hiking in our hills or biking on the trails. He looks forward to actively serving our community again and helping to keep The Hollow a special place.

  • Director - Eric Wald
San Francisco native Eric Wald moved to Sleepy Hollow in October 2020 with his wife Abigail, sons Ezekiel and Arthur, and dog Berenice. They were drawn to the natural beauty, great schools, and wonderful sense of community. Eric has worked in the entertainment industry for over 20 years as a writer and producer. He’s also an avid cyclist and can often be found exploring the incredible trails in and around Sleepy Hollow. He’s new to the SHHA Board and eager to learn and contribute in any way he can. His pet project is to bring a great coffee cart to the clubhouse where the community can gather and enjoy.
  • Director - Ashwin Cheriyan

  • Director - Kyle Gertridge

Other Key Volunteers and Staff

  • Community Manager - Kelley Podboy
  • Bookkeeper - Cory Farrer
  • Bulletin Designer - Cindy Colzani


Meeting Minutes

(for past meeting minutes please reference past bulletins here)


Interested in joining the SHHA Board & serving our amazing community?!

We are excited to announce that Sleepy Hollow Homes Association is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our diverse board of directors. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and contribute to our future. 


Board Member Responsibilities: As a board member of SHHA, you will:


Provide Leadership: Contribute to the strategic direction and decision-making processes of SHHA for long term sustainment.

Advocate for Our community: Be a voice for our needs and concerns within the organization 

Collaborate: Work closely with fellow board members, advisors, and partners to develop and implement current and future initiatives.

Engage the Community: Connect residents to gather input, build awareness, and promote SHHA's offerings growing our membership. 


Application Process: We invite all interested candidates to apply for the SHHA board member positions. To be considered, please follow these steps:

Review the Board Member Expectations: Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the roles and responsibilities of an SHHA board member, which can be found  at SHHA.org, About Us. We recommend reviewing recent Meeting Minutes (above) for a sense of what we do.

Complete the Application: Please answer all the below questions and email them to shhapresident@gmail.com by December 1, 2024.

Selection Process: Applications will be carefully reviewed by our selection committee, and selected candidates will be invited for interviews. Successful candidates will be notified by [insert notification date].

Join Us in Making a Difference: If you are passionate about our special community, believe in the power of advocacy, and want to contribute to the current and future of our community, we encourage you to apply for an SHHA board member position. Your dedication and leadership can make a significant impact.

Should you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to [insert contact information].

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity to be part of SHHA and help shape the future of the Sleepy Hollow Homes Association. We look forward to receiving your applications!


Board Member Application Form

Personal Information:

Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Address:

Professional Information:

Current Occupation:

Employer:

LinkedIn Profile (Optional):


1. Please briefly describe your background and qualifications that make you a strong candidate for the board.

2. Why are you interested in joining our board?

3. What specific skills, experiences, or perspectives do you bring that would benefit our organization and its mission?

4. In your opinion, what are the most critical challenges and opportunities facing our organization, and how do you envision contributing to addressing them as a board member?

5. Describe any previous board or committee experience you have, if applicable.

6. What time commitment are you able to make as a board member (e.g., hours per month, meetings attended)?

7. Are you willing and able to actively participate in board meetings, committees, and organization events?

[ ] Yes

[ ] No

8. Do you have any potential conflicts of interest that you would like to disclose?

References:

Please provide the names and contact information of two professional or personal references who can speak to your qualifications and character:

Reference 1:

Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Relationship:

Reference 2:

Name:

Email:

Phone Number:

Relationship:

Submission:

By submitting this application, I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation may result in disqualification.

Signature:

[Your Full Name]

Date:

[Date]

Application Submission:

Please submit your completed application to shhapresident@gmail.com.



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