To support the men and women of the Orange County Sheriff's Department by mobilizing community support, providing critical resources, and honoring those who serve and sacrifice.
To serve as a trusted bridge between law enforcement and the community, fostering trust, unity, and meaningful partnerships.
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Executive Director
Executive Administrator
Administrative & Member Services Coordinator
President
Blake Bertea serves as President of the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2021. Outside of OCSAC, Blake is an Executive Director and Wealth Partner with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. He began his career as an intern at Kidder, Peabody & Co., later holding roles at Prudential Securities and Hambrecht & Quist before spending more than a decade with CIBC/Oppenheimer.
Mesa Management Levendi Winery President
Steve Mensinger serves as Vice President of the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2003. Outside of OCSAC, he is President of Mesa Management and Levendi Winery. Steve has a long history of civic and community involvement, with leadership roles in organizations such as the South Coast Apartment Association, Scouting America, Costa Mesa United, Girls Inc., and numerous youth sports organizations.
Haskell & White
Wayne Pinnell serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors having joined the board in 2005. Outside of OCSAC, he is the Managing Partner of Haskell & White LLP, a role he has held since 2004, where he oversees the firm’s strategic direction and operations while continuing to serve clients as an Audit Partner. Prior to becoming Managing Partner, Wayne was a partner in the firm’s Audit and Business Advisory Services Group and previously spent more than a decade at BDO Seidman, LLP, advancing to partner.
Allen Packaging Company
Jim Allen serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the Sheriff’s Advisory Council in 1990 and serving as a Director since 1997. Outside of OCSAC, Jim founded Allen Packaging Company in 1982 and TSS Distribution Services in 1984, both providing packaging products and services throughout Southern California. He served as President and CEO of both companies until retiring in 2022.
Rancho Mission Viejo
We are excited to welcome Mike Balsamo to the OCSAC Board of Directors! Mike serves as Senior Vice President of Government Relations at Rancho Mission Viejo, where he brings extensive experience in public policy, government affairs, and community engagement. Mike was nominated by Justin McCusker and Jim Allen. We look forward to benefiting from his insight, expertise, and leadership as he joins our board.
Orange County Department of Education
Dennis Cole serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2022. Outside of OCSAC, he is Chief of Staff for the Orange County Department of Education. Dennis has served in public education in Orange County for 31 years, including roles as a teacher, school principal, county-wide director, and Chief of Staff. He has a long history of civic and community involvement, such as the Fountain Valley School District, Boy Scouts of America Orange County Council, and Junior Achievement of Orange County.
Savala Equipment Company | Vice President
Aaron Dyer serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2024. Outside of OCSAC, he is Vice President of Savala Equipment Company, Inc. in Irvine, bringing more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry. Aaron has a strong history of industry and community involvement, such as the Construction Industry Air Quality Coalition, the Engineering Contractors Association, and the Operating Engineers Local 12 Joint Apprenticeship Committee.
Bill Eldien serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2018. Outside of OCSAC, Bill is a retired President and CEO with more than 45 years of leadership experience in the food and beverage industry. He brings over four decades of board experience across public, private, and nonprofit organizations and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Laura’s House.
Ducere Wealth Chairman
Rick Keller serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors having joined the board in 2007. Outside of OCSAC, he is Chairman of his investment management firm, bringing more than 30 years of experience building and guiding a full-service organization offering wealth management, consulting, trust, and banking services. Rick has a long history of leadership and community involvement, including serving as Chairman and Trustee of the UC Irvine Investment and Foundation Committee and as a consultant to the Regents of the University of California.
Bascom Group
David Kim serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors having joined the board in 2024. Outside of OCSAC, he is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of The Bascom Group, a nationally recognized real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily and commercial value-added investments. David previously held senior roles with Disney Development Company, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, and has a long history of leadership and community involvement throughout Southern California
Bruce MacRae serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2004 and previously served as President of the Council. Bruce has a long history of civic and community involvement, including leadership roles as Chairman of the Los Angeles Sheriff's Youth Foundation, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Battleship USS Iowa.
C.J. Segerstrom & Sons
5.11 Tactical Chairman
We are thrilled to welcome Francisco Morales to the OCSAC Board of Directors! Francisco is the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of 5.11 Tactical and is a graduate of Philadelphia University and the Thunderbird School of Global Management. Nominated by Blake Bertea, Steve Mensinger, and Wayne Pinnell, Francisco brings valuable experience and leadership to our organization, and we look forward to his contributions in the year ahead.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
We are excited to welcome Michael Muzzy to the OCSAC Board of Directors! Michael is a licensed Realtor and Sales Associate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties and is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine. Nominated by Blake Bertea and Steve Mensinger, Michael brings valuable expertise and perspective to our organization, and we look forward to his contributions in the year ahead.
Pamela Roossin serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the Board in 2018. Outside of OCSAC, she is President and owner of Joshua Chase Jewelers, a seven-time World Ballroom champion and singer of Opera. Pamela has a long history of civic and community involvement, with leadership roles in organizations such as Uncork for Hope Foundation, Special Olympics, Olive Crest, CHOC Hospital, Cystic Fibrosis, and March of Dimes.
Farmers & Merchants Bank Chairman
We are pleased to welcome Dan Walker to the OCSAC Board of Directors! Dan is the Chairman and CEO of Farmers & Merchants Bank and is celebrating an impressive 50 years of service with the bank, having started his career there in 1975. Dan was nominated by Blake Bertea and Steve Mensinger. We are excited to benefit from his decades of experience and leadership as he joins our board.
Watts Law LLP
Aaron C. Watts serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2019 and previously served as President of the Council in 2023 and 2024. A resident of Orange County for more than 40 years, he is the Managing Partner of Watts Law LLP in Irvine, where he leads the firm’s outside general counsel and business transaction practice.
Family Business Office
Richard Watts serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2015. He is an attorney and founder of Family Business Office, a legal and consulting firm based in Orange County, where he advises high-net-worth families on complex personal and financial matters. Richard is also the author of Fables of Fortune: What Rich People Have That You Don’t Want, Entitlemania: How Not to Spoil Your Kids, and What to Do If You Have, and the upcoming TheRipple: The Impact of Genuine Legacy
