About Us

Mission

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 – ensuring a safer, stronger, Orange County.

Vision

We envision an Orange County where every citizen stands behind and supports law enforcement. Creating safer streets, stronger families, and a legacy of trust, honor, and service that spans generations.

OCSAC Team

Blake Bertea

Board of Directors President

Sheriff Don Barnes

Orange County Sheriff's Department

Maribel Marroquin-Waldram

Executive Director

Marina Haid

Executive Intern

Executive Committee

Blake Bertea

J.P. Morgan

Blake Bertea

J.P. Morgan

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.

Marilyn MacDougall

Honorable Steve Mensinger

Mesa Management Levendi Winery President

Honorable Steve Mensinger

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.

Wayne Pinnell

Haskell & White

Wayne Pinnell

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.

Board of directors

Yishay Aizik

Jim Allen

Allen Packing Company

Jim Allen

Allen Packing 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.

Mike Balsamo

Rancho Mission Viejo

Mike Balsamo

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.

Dennis Cole

Orange County Department of Education

Dennis Cole

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.

Aaron Dyer

Savala Equipment Company | Vice President

Aaron Dyer

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.

William Eldien

William Eldien

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.

Rick Keller

Ducere Wealth Chairman

Rick Keller

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.

David Kim

Bascom Group

David Kim

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

UPS

Bruce MacRae

UPS

Bruce MacRae serves on the OCSAC Board of Directors, having joined the board in 2004 and previously served as President of the Council. He retired after a 45-year career with United Parcel Service, most recently serving as Vice President of U.S. Government Affairs for the West Region. 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.

Justin McCusker

C.J. Segerstrom & Sons

Francisco Morales

5.11 Tactical Chairman

Francisco Morales

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.

Michael Muzzy

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Michael Muzzy

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

Daniel Walker

Farmers & Merchants Bank Chairman

Daniel Walker

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.

Aaron Watts

Watts Law LLP

Aaron Watts

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.

Richard Watts

Family Business Office

Richard Watts

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

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About Us

Mission

Vision

OCSAC Team

Blake Bertea

Sheriff Don Barnes

Maribel Marroquin-Waldram

Marina Haid

Executive Committee

Blake Bertea

Marilyn MacDougall

Honorable Steve Mensinger

Wayne Pinnell

Board of directors

Yishay Aizik

Jim Allen

Mike Balsamo

Dennis Cole

Aaron Dyer

William Eldien

Rick Keller

David Kim

Bruce MacRae

Justin McCusker

Francisco Morales

Michael Muzzy

Pamela Roossin

Daniel Walker

Aaron Watts

Richard Watts

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