What role does philanthropy play at your company ?
For Beck Ellman Heald , philanthropy is at the core of our work . We have represented countless non-profit organizations in San Diego County for decades and have the highest level of respect for their missions . During this challenging time , organizations are working harder than ever to serve our most vulnerable and they rely on the generosity of our community to support them in ways that are unconventional for many . Large scale , in-person galas and events that raise major funding for programs and services are currently not an option . So getting creative with fundraising and engagement is key . I am proud to see how philanthropy in our community remains strong , despite many uncertainties . I encourage all of San Diego to give generously to the charities that support your passions .
Who / what inspires you to give back ?
My family , friends , and clients motivate me each day . Clients such as Mission Federal Credit Union and La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Center ,
Clinton Waters and Vince Heald who support our non-profit sector in such impactful ways , are incredibly inspiring as I have witnessed the significant impact of their generosity on the lives of those in need . I have had the great privilege of knowing many of San Diego ’ s leading philanthropists who give generously from their hearts to support the arts , the underserved , education and life sciences , all of whom reaffirm my belief in the goodness of San Diego . What often moves me the most are those on the front lines , such as my dear friend Sean Daneshmand , M . D ., founder of Miracle Babies , who works tirelessly each day to provide essential care for the most vulnerable . They are the true heroes .
How do you like to spend your time outside of work ?
My husband Clinton Walters and I cherish the time we can spend with our friends and family and we love to travel . We look forward to the time when we can again travel abroad more frequently and continue to discover the wonders of our world . We also enjoy spending time continuing the work on our century old Spanish home in Point Loma and always take the time to create a comforting meal at the end of a long day .
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Vince with his mother Evelyn Heald