The executive director of the Transgender Law Center is in full battle mode fighting for the most vulnerable.

The former St. Joseph Notre Dame grad and Alameda Children’s Musical Theater veteran now calls the shots for big-time stars like Melissa McCarthy and Tom Hanks.

The former Pilot and current Oregon Duck is the best and fastest runner in the history of Saint Joe’s and Alameda, but he’s also one of the fastest high school distance runners ever from California.

Nancy Salamy is trying to end suicide one call, text, and program at a time.

The surveillance policy expert protects citizens from unlawful electronic search and seizure he has successfully convinced sanctuary cities and counties to ban contracts with businesses assisting ICE.

The dynamic CEO communicates clear expectations and then does whatever it takes to help kids succeed.

Designer’s Night brings players and designers together, and everyone is encouraged to get in on the fun.

The congenial and energetic team president talks stadiums, designated hitters, and rabbits.

Karen Chapple, a UC professor of urban planning, sees less economic, ethnic, and racial diversity unless planners implement a philosophical shift in policy.

Oakland registered dietician Laura McLively pulls together recipes from the staples and oddities of the iconic market.