Mediterranews (English) JUNE 2016 | Page 19

EVENTS Terra Peninsular’s Board members and staff. The Board president, Alan Harper, during his anniversary speech. The executive director, César Guerrero, with Marco Navarro from the Board. Jim Riley, a great friend of Terra Peninsular, took the opportunity to take the word and pointed out that such beautiful places like San Quintín Bay are no longer found elsewhere in the world. On the other hand, he acknowledged the hard work that members and collaborators of Terra Peninsular have made to protect the bay from the threats it faces. “It is really an honor to be part of this organization, I am very fortunate to have met such incredible, powerful, committed people, people who really make a difference, who fight to make this difference and who are truly committed,” said the Executive Director, César Guerrero, at the beginning of his speech. He also emphasized on the commitment and work of the staff members and thanked each of them for the organization of the event, for the achievements of the recent years and for their commitment to the association. “I have lead a team for almost 3 years. We took the leadership and the truth is that we also took a risk. Today, I am completely convinced that it was the best decision of our lives,” he said referring to when he assumed the post of Executive Director. To conclude, César handed the Board Members a small token of the staff’s appreciation for their constant support and recognized the four founding members who continue to protect the natural ecosystems of the peninsular of Baja California. Terra Peninsular’s Board members and staff at Monte Ceniza, San Quintín. The executive director with Rosi Bustamante, founder and Board member. The executive director with Horacio de la Cueva, founder and Board member. Jerre Stallcup, Board member. Eduardo Palacios, founder and Board member, next to César Guerrero. Photos: Verónica Meza With Rosario Alvarez, also a Board member, and her son Leo. JUNE 2016 15