Leadership

Priscilla Hernandez/ President HPBC

Priscilla Hernandez is a graduate of UC Berkeley and holds a master’s degree in public policy from the University of Southern California. She began her involvement with the Hollenbeck Youth Center at a very young age and, before returning to a staff position here, has served the community as an Administrative Director for Hollenbeck and as the Statewide Deputy Director of Californians for Schwarzenegger in the Governor’s 2006 re-election campaign.

Jack Teetor – Board Member

Jack Teetor is an entertainment marketing and distribution professional generating revenue streams from domestic & international markets. Teetor is currently producing the film documentary “Blind Logic,” the story of automotive pioneer and visionary Ralph R. Teetor.  Jack has been a supporter of the Hollenbeck Youth Center for nearly twenty years and has produced a short documentary on the organization.  He has stepped into the HPBC Board of Directors and looks forward to playing an active role in the 50th Anniversary.

Rick Gridley – Board Member

Rick Grildey is no stranger to the Hollenbeck Youth Center. As Director of Public Affairs for Big 5 Sporting Goods for over three decades, Rick’s support for the Hollenbeck Youth Center has played a pivotal role in the organization’s day-to-day operations for over fifteen years. Thanks to Big 5’s sponsorship and countless hours of Rick’s time and organizational skills, great strides have been made to better anchor the organization, its programs, and its facilities.

George Castello – Board Member

George Castello is a native of Los Angeles, calling this his home from childhood through his lengthy career as an attorney. After graduating from UCLA with a law degree, Mr. Castello went on to become a Prosecutor in the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office where he has specialized in gangs and organized crime for almost twenty years.

Marc Spizzirri- Board Member

Marc Spizzirri is a highly accomplished Senior Executive and Entrepreneur. His experience encompasses a diverse range of businesses with an emphasis on retail automotive, commercial real estate, education, and philanthropy.In addition to serving on several non-profit boards, Marc has been a regent to the Boys and Girls Club and Dana Point Youth Baseball. He served as a reserve Sheriff and a member of the Orange County Sheriff Commission, a member of the University of Notre Dame President Council, and was appointed as Trustee for the two private schools he co-founded.  

Daniel L. Hernandez – CEO 

Daniel more commonly known as ‘Danny’ is a native of Los Angeles. He graduated from Boyle Heights’ Roosevelt High School and has worked to support the same neighborhood ever since. Lauded as an after-school program expert, Hernandez was recognized by President Clinton and identified to contribute to the national legislation. Since then, Hernandez has earned the accolades of Presidents, Governors, and the community as a result of his unwavering dedication to the betterment of our inner-city neighborhoods. Dubbed by the LA Times as the “Barrio Buddy”, and “Mr. Motivator” and best known as being the Founder of a national movement, the Inner-City Games.