Ella Mitchell (part-time).
Ella is a 4-H alumni, and enjoys sharing her passion for 4-H with members and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Volunteer coordination, support, supervision
- County 4-H Program policy and compliance
- Program growth and expansion
Contact:
Ana Torres
Ana has been a dedicated member of the 4-H program for over six years. Her passion for youth development and community engagement shines through in her work as she builds meaningful relationships with 4-H members and volunteers. Outside of her role (when she finds a rare moment of free time), Ana enjoys exploring the outdoors, getting lost in a good book, and spending quality time with her family.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct supervision and support for local 4-H program staff
- Oversees regional 4-H Program policy and compliance
- Program growth and expansion
Region09: Counties
Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties
Contact:
Melissa Guillen
Melissa serves as the 4-H Youth Development Advisor for San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties with University of California Cooperative Extension. In this role, she leads the development and expansion of youth programming with a focus on college and career readiness, leadership development, and creating pathways that connect young people to meaningful opportunities in their communities.
Melissa brings a strong background in youth development, community partnerships, and program strategy. Her work centers on fostering environments where youth feel a sense of belonging, build confidence, and develop the skills needed to thrive in school, career, and life.
Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and staying active.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads regional 4-H youth development programming
- Develops and expands college and career readiness initiatives aligned with youth needs and workforce opportunities
- Builds and strengthens partnerships
- Designs and implements programs grounded in positive youth development and experiential learning
Counties
San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura
Contact:
Office (By Appointment Only)
Santa Barbara County 4-H Office
1105 E Foster Rd, Santa Maria, CA, 93455
Schedule an in-person meeting with Ella in our Santa Maria office using this booking page.
Mailing Address
San Luis Obispo County Extension Office
2156 Sierra Way, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401