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Staff & Board
Office Staff
The Seadrift office staff is committed to excellence, and we strive to support members in every aspect of their ownership experience.
Jean Gould — Community Manager
Jean's connection to Stinson Beach began long before she became an employee at Seadrift. It was a cherished place for family adventures and a source of deep friendship. Jean has dedicated her diverse career to service, volunteering as an EMT, managing global health and education programs for Save the Children, and leading social-emotional learning in schools. Today, her work at Seadrift brings all of these passions together, adding a new environmental and political dimension to her lifelong commitment to giving back.
Originally from a small farm outside Baltimore, Jean's rural upbringing instilled in her a strong work ethic. She studied anthropology and Russian at Johns Hopkins before earning her MBA with distinctions at Yale, where she met her husband, Jeff. While a stint as an international analyst at the New York Stock Exchange was exhilarating, Jean found it was not her true calling and soon returned to the non-profit sector where she found greater fulfillment.
After years of living abroad, Jean and Jeff settled in the Bay Area to raise their family. While Jeff pursued a career in corporate law, Jean’s next professional chapter in education, Directing Social Emotional Learning Programs and teaching in the classroom, was a natural fit, allowing her to find fulfillment in helping students thrive while also being present for her own children. Now living in Portola Valley, the natural environment continues to nurture her soul. On her days off, Jean connects with her roots by spending time in her garden, just as she did in her childhood. She also loves hiking, cooking, and enjoying the arts with her family and friends.
Jean joined Seadrift in 2023.
Heidi Smith — Office Manager, Bookkeeper
Heidi is Seadrift’s Office Manager and Bookkeeper with nearly two decades of keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Originally from Southern California, Heidi moved to Marin in 1988 and found her way to beautiful Stinson Beach in 2007. Since then, Heidi has become a steady presence in both the community and the office, known for her attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and friendly, approachable attitude.
When she is not balancing the books or managing day-to-day operations, you will find Heidi walking her dog on Mt. Tam, enjoying coastal living, and dreaming of a trip to the sun-drenched islands of Greece or the lush green hills of Ireland.
Heidi joined Seadrift in 2007.
Craig Thigpen — ARC Admin/Interactive Designer (part-time)
Craig first found his way to Stinson Beach for his sixteenth birthday, and the perfect afternoon he spent there left an impression that has lasted a lifetime. He was so taken by the place that he might say it "ruined" him—in the best possible way. These days, a part-time role with the Seadrift Association gives Craig a welcome excuse to make regular trips from his home in San Anselmo to his favorite stretch of coast, enjoying stunning views and the occasional heron sighting.
Though a true Bay Area native, born in San Francisco, Craig's childhood was a global affair. A year after his birth, his family moved to Brussels for his father’s job with Levi Strauss. There, he and his brothers attended French-speaking schools before the family relocated to London for two years. Craig eventually returned to the Bay Area, and he continues to enjoy life there with his wife Sarah, and their two grown sons who live in Berkeley and San Diego.
His favorite way to spend a day off is outdoors, whether on a beach, a trail, or the slopes, and he is currently pursuing a new hobby in woodworking. Among his top bucket list items are hiking the Camino Alto, diving the Great Barrier Reef, and traveling throughout Asia.
Craig Joined Seadrift in 2024.
Security Staff
Our security staff is dedicated to supporting the community's safety, and quality of life.
Bob Stevens — Security Chief
Bob has been a fixture in Stinson Beach since he and his family moved from Petaluma in 1967. His reputation as a local expert is built on a lifetime of deep community engagement. Bob's path to public service was set in motion by a pivotal event: as a young man, he arrived first on scene at an accident at Hagmaier Pond. That experience ignited his commitment to emergency preparedness, prompting him to become an EMT. He would go on to serve a distinguished 28-year career with the Stinson Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Bob is a pillar of the community.
A dedicated history buff, Bob hopes to one day fulfill his ultimate bucket list item: visiting the beaches of Normandy to better understand the U.S. role in the end of World War II.
Bob joined Seadrift in 1999.
Tommye Jarvis — Security Officer (retired)
Tommye’s story is one of a community heart. Born in Daly City, she remembers her birthplace as a friendly small town before a lifetime of adventure took her to the Philippines, where she was raised. Those international experiences have given her a rich trove of stories to share.
After moving to Stinson Beach, Tommye raised her family here and became deeply embedded in the community. She proudly served a distinguished 30+ year career with the Stinson Beach Volunteer Fire Department, first as an EMT and later as an Office Manager. A constant thread throughout her life is her love for people, which is what she enjoys most about her current work at Seadrift. She particularly appreciates the genuine interest and care she shares with colleagues and homeowners alike.
When she's not at work, Tommye savors the small luxuries that a busy week doesn't always allow for. She loves taking time for a relaxing hair wash and enjoying a quiet lunch with family and friends.
Tommye joined Seadrift in 2001 and retired in September, 2025.
Alex Kovach — Security Officer
Alex’s roots in the Bay Area run deep. Born in San Francisco, a city he still adores, he first rolled into Stinson Beach in 1961—in classic style, by Volkswagen Beetle. This sense of adventure and wide-ranging experience has defined his entire career.
Alex brings a remarkably diverse skill set to Seadrift, with a professional background spanning everything from technology to facilities maintenance and wastewater operations. One of the most fascinating chapters of his life was his time as a seaman with the United States Coast Guard, where he served as a lighthouse keeper at the historic Pt Bonita Lighthouse. The third lighthouse built on the West Coast, it has a storied history of guiding ships through the treacherous Golden Gate straits.
Alex’s favorite part of the job is the people he works with and serves, a testament to his community-focused spirit. Though he’s lived a life of local adventure, his next big goal is an international one: a bucket list trip to Hungary to explore his family roots.
Alex joined Seadrift in 2023.
Steve Johnson — Part-time Security Officer
Steve joined Seadrift in 1999.
Jeff Morrison — Part-time Security Officer
Jeff’s journey began in "America’s Hometown," Plymouth, Massachusetts - he was born on Plymouth Plantation. After living in Cleveland, Ohio, he made the move to Stinson Beach in 1991. Jeff is fluent in both Spanish and English, a skill that makes him a true asset to Seadrift. When he's not working, his passion is music—he's a singer and is currently tackling a bucket list item: learning to play the accordion. Jeff is a hard worker; when asked about a favorite activity on his day off, he's known to be stumped because he simply doesn't seem to have them.
Jeff joined Seadrift in 2011.
Leslie Melendy — On Call Security Officer and Office Support
Leslie moved from faraway Bolinas to join her husband for a life together in Stinson. She is a 4th generation Marin County native. Born in Greenbrae and subsequently living in San Anselmo, Leslie remembers a much smaller, more humble Marin County of old. Leslie’s entire career has been focused on customer service, and based on that and upon meeting her, you know she is a people person. What Leslie especially likes about working at Seadrift is her relationship with her colleagues, and the opportunity to meet new home owners, broadening her relationship with the community. On her days off, she loves hiking the trails of Marin, and spending time with her beloved family.
Leslie joined Seadrift in 2018.
Main Office Line: (415) 868-0943
Board of Directors
The Seadrift Association Board is a group of 9 dedicated volunteers. They are elected homeowners tasked with making key decisions for the community. The primary roles and responsibilities of our HOA board include the management of common areas; the enforcement of rules; financial oversight; fiduciary duties; and community engagement.
Meeting Schedule
September 26, 2026
November 14, 2026
January 23, 2027
March 13, 2027
May 22, 2027 (Annual Meeting)
June 26, 2027 (first meeting of FY 27/28)
Dyer Grote - Secretary
Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dyer began her academic journey at Southern Methodist University, earning a B.A. in English and Advertising in 1987. She continued her education at Xavier University, receiving a Master's in Education in 1990. After a cross-country bicycle trip with a college friend, she moved to San Francisco in 1990 and later settled in Marin County in 1997 with her husband, Rob Edington, where they raised their three children.
Dyer has dedicated her career to teaching in underserved communities, a passion she continues today at a school in Marin City. Her family's deep connection to the coast led them to purchase a home in Seadrift in 2014, after years of renting in the area. It was there that her children honed their skills in surfing and participated in junior guards at Stinson Beach. Dyer finds her "happy place" in Seadrift, where she enjoys a variety of activities, including paddleboarding, pickleball, hiking, and late-night lagoon swims with a close-knit group of friends.
Larry Clopp - Vice President
Larry is a seasoned leader with more than four decades of management consulting experience, specializing in guiding global companies through complex system implementations. His career spans major consulting groups like Accenture, Cap Gemini, and The Gartner Group, where he worked with industry giants such as Apple, BMW, Cisco, and Dell. He also ran International Operations at Amdahl, HP and Adobe.
Today, Larry channels his expertise into advising start-ups on strategic planning, IT infrastructure, operations, and team coaching. He is involved in Ancient Organics, a company dedicated to creating organic agricultural inoculants that provide health benefits to soil and plants, thereby reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. Larry, who holds an MBA from Golden Gate University and a BA from UC Santa Barbara, is a full-time resident of Seadrift, where he enjoys pursuing photography and engaging in community
Dick Okada – Assistant Treasurer
Dick grew up in New York and began his career as a lawyer specializing in commercial finance there, before moving to San Francisco in the 1980s. Dick and his wife, Andrea Tofanelli, bought a plot of sand and built a house at 53 Dipsea in the early 1990s. Now that they are both retired from the practice of law, they split their time between Seadrift and San Francisco, trying to take advantage of both the peacefulness of Stinson and the energy of what the City has to offer.
Dick has served as Treasurer of the Association for the past several years, working with Jean, Heidi, and the Association’s Finance Committee and outside professionals to manage our finances responsibly while complying with the requirements of our governing documents and applicable law.
Cedric Chao – President
Cedric was a litigator, starting with 3-1/2 years as a federal prosecutor, then 30 years at 1,000-lawyer law firm Morrison & Foerster (MoFo), and then 6 years at 4,500-lawyer global firm DLA Piper. He led MoFo's international litigation and arbitration practice for 17 years, and then served as the U.S. head of the global international arbitration practice of DLA Piper. In 2019, Cedric left Big Law to sit as an arbitrator of international and domestic commercial disputes, and as an advisor to law firms and clients with cross-border disputes.
Cedric was named by California's legal newspaper, The Daily Journal, to its "Top 100 California Lawyers" list in 2018. The following year, The Daily Journal gave Cedric the prestigious "California Lawyer of the Year" award for International Arbitration. The rating publication Best Lawyers in America named Cedric the "2018 San Francisco Arbitration Lawyer of the Year," the "2020 San Francisco Mediation Lawyer of the Year," and most recently, the "2026 San Francisco Arbitration Lawyer of the Year," an honor that goes to a single lawyer in a given practice and region. In addition to trial court and arbitration advocacy, Cedric has argued 20 times in the US appellate courts. Cedric is a graduate of Stanford University and Harvard Law School.
Cedric joined the Board in 2024, and was immediately confronted with issues of sea-level-rise regulatory impacts on Seadrift as Chair of the Legal Committee. He continues to navigate these complex issues with the support of the Legal Committee, contributing to the future of Seadrift.
Cedric's spouse, Margaret Fujioka, sits as an Alameda County Superior Court criminal trial judge in Oakland. Cedric and Margaret have two children, one a lawyer and the second an architect. After renting at Seadrift for many years, they built a home here for their family. There is more to enjoy these days, as they welcomed their first grandchild to the world in May 2025.
Dorine Holsey Streeter – Treasurer
Dorine Holsey Streeter has worked in commercial real estate, primarily at James Campbell Company LLC, a Hawaii based privately held real estate company, for over 40 years serving in a leadership role for the last 25 years. Most recently she was President, Real Estate Investment Management, where she oversaw a $4.3 billion portfolio of industrial, office, retail and ground leases. James Campbell Company is a privately held Hawaii-based, nationally diversified real estate company with assets in twelve states across the U.S. Dorine earned a Master of Architecture and Urban Design and a B.A in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley. She has extensive experience on non-profit and professional boards. Currently she is a key Leader and Governor for the Urban Land Institute, on the Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Golden Gate Chapter of Lambda Alpha International, an honorary land use economics society; and is Vice-Chair and on the Executive Committee of the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA).
Dorine’s husband, Jon Streeter, is a Justice on the California Court of Appeal, First Appellate District. They have two daughters: Lindsey Streeter, a Senior Philanthropy Officer at Earth Justice and Dr. Laer Streeter, an OB/GYN at Sutter Health Berkeley. Laer recently moved back to the Bay Area after finishing their residency in Boston with their wife, Dr. Vanessa Villamarin, an OB/GYN at Kaiser Healthcare.
Dorine and Jon have been owners of 233 Seadrift Rd since 2018. They enjoy hanging out by the lagoon, biking, kayaking, and visiting with new and old friends in Stinson. Dorine relishes the beauty of the Stinson Beach area and looks forward to working with the board on the various environmental challenges and opportunities facing the community.
Caitlin Pardo de Zela
Caitlin is a dedicated community member with a rich history of supporting others, both professionally and as a volunteer. A longtime visitor to Stinson Beach, she and her family have cherished the area for 25 years. With her children grown, she and her husband recently transitioned from their 26-year home in San Francisco to embrace full-time residence in Seadrift.
After graduating with honors from Tufts University with a degree in Political Science, Caitlin began her career supporting Central American refugees and later worked with Latin American graduate students at Harvard University. She earned her MBA from Columbia University and went on to work in an entrepreneurial startup supporting women-owned businesses before moving to the tech industry in San Francisco.
For the past two decades, Caitlin has been deeply involved in her community, volunteering extensively at her children’s schools and helping to grow a giving circle from 10 to over 60 members. This organization supported 46 women's and girls' initiatives with more than $450,000 in funding.
Caitlin is committed to using her time and energy to support the Seadrift community. She brings a thoughtful, calm, and level-headed perspective to community challenges, and is passionate about creating more ways for residents to connect with one another.
In her free time, Caitlin enjoys travel, surfing, interior design, creative projects, and spending time in nature.
Vicki Sebastiani
Having grown up on the beach in Southern California, and then renting at Seadrift for many years, Vicki was hooked by ocean life and bought a home in Seadrift over 20 years ago. Now a full-time oceanfront resident, she and her children and soon-to-be ten grandchildren care deeply about preserving our idyllic surroundings in Stinson and Seadrift and ensuring its continued enjoyment.
Vicki spent decades in the family wine business in Sonoma, which included the construction and operation of Viansa Winery. Although she is retired now, she still has ownership and limited involvement in Highway 12 Winery in Sonoma.
Here at the beach, I participate with the Stinson Beach Fire Protection District, am on the Board of NFPA Firewise, and serve as the Seadrift Area Lead for the Stinson Beach Disaster Corps. I also co-chair the Seadrift Social Club and serve on the Seadrift Board, where I chair the Safety & Disaster Preparedness Committee.
The quality of life at Stinson Beach and Seadrift is of the utmost importance to me, and my goal is to participate wherever possible to help retain that quality of life for the future enjoyment of my children and everyone else.
Jeanice Gantus
Jeanice is a seasoned business and technology leader with over two decades of experience directing strategic initiatives and managing large-scale global programs in the technology, retail, and healthcare industries. She is currently the Managing Director of Google Cloud Support, where she is passionate about championing a world-class customer experience and empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology.
Throughout her 15 year tenure at Google, Jeanice has also focused on building the next generation of commercial ads experiences and developing internal talent management systems, in addition to her current role in Google Cloud. Prior to her time at Google, she worked on launching international systems to support medical technology at CareFusion and led retail systems development for Abercrombie & Fitch.
A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, Jeanice brings a unique blend of business acumen, strong communication skills, and technical expertise to her work. She is dedicated to cultivating a diverse, collaborative, and dynamic culture where high-performing teams can thrive.
Jeanice's connection to Seadrift began through her beloved late sister, and she immediately fell in love with the community’s unique lifestyle and marvelous beauty. She purchased her home in 2023 as a weekend retreat, but quickly decided to make it her permanent residence. Her dog, Ollie, wholeheartedly approves and has enthusiastically appointed himself the mayor and welcoming committee of the Seadrift Lagoon. She enjoys hosting family and friends at her home and relaxing after work by kayaking on the lagoon, walking along the loop, or driving her golf cart around Stinson. She's often seen on the beach playing fetch with Ollie or on coastal adventures with her family, including her 99-year-old grandmother and many nieces and nephews.
Rick Strauss
I have been a member of the Seadrift community since 1988 when we built our house at 85 Dipsea Road. I, my wife and our two sons and now their families, have enjoyed a strong family life here, engaging in activities from hiking to water sports and the enjoyment of all the natural beauty of Stinson Beach.
I am a lifetime resident of Marin County, and have resided in Ross for the past 47 years.
My community involvement started with roles as a member of the Bay Area Discovery Museum Founders Group, Ross School Foundation, Marin Rowing Association Juniors Chairman, and Ross School Building Expansion Committee.
I was elected twice for Ross Town Council 2004-2012, serving as Mayor for two years. As an Architect I brought a valuable understanding of the planning and design process to the Ross community. During my time on council, I was lead Council Member on several items critical to the community.
Flood Control Zone 9 Advisory Board
Lagunitas Bridge Design and Reconstruction
Pedestrian Pathway Improvement Projects
The Downtown Enhancement Plan, where I lead visioning sessions with the community to build consensus by listening to different viewpoints.
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The Downtown Enhancement Plan, where I lead visioning sessions with the community to build consensus by listening to different viewpoints.
These activities and associations demonstrate my commitment to to giving back to the community.
My professional career was spent in San Francisco as an Architect. For 31 years I owned and managed Strauss Architects an architecture and planning practice and earned a reputation for fairness and creativity in problem solving.
As a Seadrift board member, I will leverage my experience to build consensus by listening to different viewpoints and balancing what is best for the property owners, the neighbors, and the community.
Gaeta Bell
My family and I have owned our home in Seadrift since 2005, and this community has provided us with a beautiful and peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of San Francisco, where we have resided since 1980. I would welcome the opportunity to give back to a community that has brought so much joy and meaning to our family.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Rollins College in Florida and a Certificate of Completion in Landscape Horticulture from Merritt College in Oakland. I have also had the privilege of serving on several advisory boards, including the Historic Patterson House Advisory Board in Fremont, California, and the San Francisco Parks Open Space Advisory Committee. These roles strengthened my appreciation for collaborative decision-making, stewardship, and thoughtful long-term planning.
I am a retired Naturalist with the East Bay Regional Park District, where I worked in a variety of park settings, from Crab Cove Marine Reserve in Alameda to Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont. The Park District encompasses 73 parks and more than 125,000 acres across Alameda and Contra Costa counties. My primary responsibilities included developing and presenting educational programs for schoolchildren and the general public, with the goal of fostering understanding, appreciation, and protection of our natural and cultural resources.
In addition to my professional background, I am an avid pickleball player and have greatly enjoyed meeting new friends and neighbors on the courts. These connections have further deepened my appreciation for the strong sense of community that makes Seadrift such a special place.