Robert Visscher, MDiv.
Executive Director
Robert comes to us as a recent transplant from the east coast living his dream to once again reside in California, reminiscent of his military service in the US Navy. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Distributive Education from Buffalo State University, 1995, and his Master’s of Divinity Degree from Drew University, 2005.
He brings over 17 years of experience in and understanding of the integration of sound for-profit business practices within the uniqueness of the not-for-profit business organization. Robert is an astute leader with expertise in building and leading teams to drive organizational sustainability transforming lives; possess a mindfulness leadership style bolstering top staff performance; active communicator of mission message via social, online, and public media; visionary strategic planner and project management; collaborative community advocate/organizer; and an enthusiastic and empowering public speaker. Robert’s passion and mission for life is to empower others to succeed.
Favorite quote: “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” Albert Einstein