The Trusteeship

Spring 2025

 

Dear IWF – The Trusteeship Sisters,

 

What a dynamic first quarter it has been! Despite the challenges, we’ve managed to stay connected and support one another, which has been truly inspiring.

 

A highlight has been the chance to meet so many of our incredible new members. From our gathering at Union Station in January to the dine-around events and various programs, we’ve had wonderful opportunities to connect with the amazing women who’ve joined us.

 

Just last week, we kicked off our virtual spotlight events to get to know our new members even better. Interviewed by our very own Jennifer Ferro, the first event featured five remarkable women: Leticia Buckley, Fesia Davenport, Rita McBride, Jennifer Price-Letscher, and Summer Stephan. If you weren’t able to join, be sure to watch the video!

These spotlight events will continue throughout the year, and we look forward to introducing the remaining 12 members of the Class of 2025.

 

I encourage you all to reach out to new members, invite them to events, or set up a coffee or meal to get to know them better. It’s a great way to make them feel welcome and build lasting connections.

 

We are now entering the process of vetting candidates for our Class of 2026. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has already submitted names!

 

Our membership is truly what makes us special and strong. Many of us have formed lifelong friendships, and we continue to enjoy the company of extraordinary women from all walks of life—women we may never have crossed paths with otherwise.

 

Grateful for you.

xo,

Linda
 

Upcoming

Suggest women who you think could be great IWF – The Trusteeship Members!

 

The formal new member nominations period has begun! Thank you to everyone who submitted names to our wish list. Ideally, we are looking for women leaders under 55 that come from diverse sectors and backgrounds – especially in tech and other commercial enterprises. The formal application can be found on the IWF – The Trusteeship website here. Please share any names of women you think would be a great potential candidate – please send us the name, their company affiliation, and title. Reply to this email OR send to jennifer.ferro@kcrw.org OR to Aoliphant@walf.org. All nominations must be received by April 30.

 

Any questions – email Jennifer or Aradhna.

Announcements
 

Felicia Knaul

 

Welcome to our newest member! Felicia’s brief roster listing can be viewed below and the full roster listing can be viewed on the IWF – The Trusteeship website here https://thetrusteeship.org/

 

Felicia Knaul

Associate of the Chancellor, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)

Email: fknaul@gmail.com

Industry: Academia

Transfer From IWF Florida

Geo: Los Angeles
 

Gerun Riley

 

Welcome to our newest member! Gerun’s brief roster listing can be viewed below and the full roster listing can be viewed on the IWF – The Trusteeship website here https://thetrusteeship.org/

 

Gerun Riley

President, The Eli & Edythe Broad Foundation

Mobile: 323-481-8660

Email: griley@broadfoundation.org

Industry: Museums

Geo: Los Angeles
 

Frances Arnold

 

The American Chemical Society (ACS) has published a profile on Frances ahead of her address at the ACS Spring 2025 meeting. Frances was named the 2025 Priestly Medalist last summer. The Priestly Medal is the highest honor awarded by the American Chemical Society.

 

More information can be read here

Read Frances’ Priestly Medal address here
 

Jennifer Keller

 

Jennifer, along with eight lawyers from Keller Anderle Scolnick (KAS), was named as one of the 2025 “Southern California Super Lawyers“. Jennifer was ranked #3 and has been ranked in the Top Five in Southern California by Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years, from 2019 to 2025.  

 

More information can be read here
 

Elaine Kim

 

Thank you to everyone who attended Elaine Kim’s Dine – Around on March 16. It was a lovely brunch!
 

Geraldine Knatz

 

On the latest edition of Port Update, Port of Long Beach CEO Mario Cordero speaks to Dr. Geraldine Knatz, Professor of the Practice of Public Policy and Engineering at USC and former Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles.

 

More information can be read here
 

Devorah Lieberman

 

Devorah will the Judith Block McLaughlin Presidents-in-Residence (PIR) program at The Harvard Graduate School of Education. Devorah will teach and mentor students in HGSE’s Higher Education Concentration, as well as students in the Online Master’s in Education (OEL) higher education pathway, contributing to courses and providing valuable insight based on their long careers as university presidents.

 

More information can be read here
 

Lynn Schenk

 

Lynn was recently featured in an article published by Times of San Diego reflecting on her time as the first San Diego Woman in Congress and her sphere of influence since leaving office.

 

More information can be read here
 

Sheila Sonenshine

 

Hon. Sheila Sonenshine has been featured in California Supreme Court Historical Society book California Legal History. The book highlights the trailblazing careers of women in California’s judiciary, including Justice Sonenshine’s historic appointment as California’s first female Jewish American justice and the youngest appellate justice in the state’s history.

 

More information can be read here
 

Helen Torres

 

Helen has been named recipient of the prestigious 2025 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Award. This annual honor recognizes innovative leaders who are creating meaningful change and expanding opportunities across California.  

 

More information can be read here
 

Wildfire Relief

 

Many members have asked for ways to demonstrate support, such as donations or volunteering. There are many organizations, and we would like to recommend those that have special meaning for the board and for the membership. Please consider supporting these organizations. They are doing so much for the individuals impacted by the fire and for fire relief.

 

This lists will be updated periodically. Please visit the Trusteeship website for an updated list. View list here
 

Digital Roster

 

IWF – The Trusteeship is going digital! Beginning this year, the roster will only be available to members online. Members will need to log into their IWF – The Trusteeship member account, on the website, to access the digital roster. Any updates made will be reflected instantly. The Online Member Roster allows you to search for your fellow members using the search tool by first or last name, location, or year joined.

 

The Downloadable Member Roster will be updated at the beginning of the month. View Roster here
 

Share your good news!

 

Submit announcements, honors and recognitions with IWF – The Trusteeship friends.

 

Please send an email with the subject line “Announcement” to admin@thetrusteeship.org with your latest news.

 

Here’s all you need to know:

  • SUBMISSIONS CAN BE SENT AT ANY TIME
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Looking forward to hearing about these special times in your lives! Thank you very much.

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“When I joined The Trusteeship, I had spent my whole life in government service and nonprofit organizations. The Trusteeship has introduced me to previously unfamiliar worlds (corporate, military, film, international) and the wonderful women who populate them, and in the process helped me better appreciate their work and my own.”

– Ruth