State Rep. Diane Dixon, District 72 | Official U.S. House headshot
State Rep. Diane Dixon, District 72 | Official U.S. House headshot
Assemblymember Diane Dixon has named Marcia Manker as her Woman of the Year for Assembly District 72 in Newport Beach. Manker, the current CEO of MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Orange Coast Center, is being recognized for her leadership in revolutionizing women's healthcare in South Orange County.
"I am thrilled to make Marcia Manker my 2024 Woman of the Year," said Dixon. "Not only is she leading a hospital that is on the cutting edge of women's health, but she believes in mentoring women in her organization to help them reach their goals. She embodies everything this award stands for, and I could not be more grateful for the work she does in Orange County."
To celebrate Women's History Month, Dixon organized a Women's Business Conference, where she announced the award. More than 150 women attended the event, listening to experts from various sectors share their experiences and goals for making positive impacts on communities.
"It was an excellent event," Dixon commented. "We had women leaders from across the region speak about their experiences and share goals that helped them make positive impacts on our communities."
The event was hosted by Jennifer Bullard, the Director of Government Affairs for Cox Communications, and featured panelists such as Laguna Niguel Mayor Kelly Jennings, Laguna Hills Councilmember Janine Heft, Mission Viejo Councilmember Wendy Bucknam, and other prominent figures from the nonprofit, public service, business, and finance sectors.
Vendors at the conference provided personalized resources to attendees seeking new directions, business funding, or general career advice.
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