#009 - Greg Avakian, Director, Parks & Recreation

#009 - Greg Avakian, Director, Parks & Recreation

Greg Avakian is the Director of San Luis Obispo's Parks & Recreation Department. With a wealth of experience in public service and a passion for SLO, Greg sits down on The SLO Lounge to talk about how he and his team collaborate with city staff and the community to offer cutting edge recreational, educational opportunities, and more! For more information: https://www.slocity.org/government/department-directory/parks-and-recreation The SLO Lounge is hosted by San Luis Obispo resident Nick Sherrell.

#008 - Elaina Cano, County Clerk-Recorder

Elaina Cano is the San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder. Her office is responsible for many governmental functions including but not limited to elections, marriage and death certificates and real estate/other property related items.  Listen now and hear about why Elaina loves serving her community! For more information: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/departments/clerk-recorder The SLO Lounge is hosted by San Luis Obispo resident Nick Sherrell.

#007 - Mayor Erica A. Stewart

Erica A. Stewart is the Mayor of San Luis Obispo and is running for reelection in the 2024 General Election. Stewart is a graduate of Cal Poly (’97), was the County Civil Services Commissioner, a member of the City Council (2018-2021), and was appointed to Mayor in 2021. For more information: voteforerica.com Instagram @ericaslocitymayor The SLO Lounge is hosted by San Luis Obispo resident Nick Sherrell.

#006 - Amanda McLellan, Amandalee Design

Amanda McClellan, owner of Amandalee Design, is a Central Coast-based artist, specializing in artwork featuring prominent features in and around San Luis Obispo and beyond. Find her art in stores around SLO and on items including prints, shirts, tote bags, and stickers. Online: Amandaleedesign.com Instagram: @amandalee.design The SLO Lounge is hosted by San Luis Obispo resident Nick Sherrell.

#005 - Bob Hill, Natural Resources Manager

Bob Hill is the Natural Resources Manager for the City of San Luis Obispo. Bob has rich training and experience in the sustainability space, as well as a passion for the beauty and community of SLO and the surrounding area. He is proud of the hard work of his team, and other collaborative partnerships that work seamlessly to drive and maintain sustainability efforts in SLO. Office of Sustainability and Natural Resources slocity.org/sustainability [http://slocity.org/sustainability] The SLO Lounge is hosted by San Luis Obispo resident Nick Sherrell.