As business owners we sometimes struggle to reach a diverse variety of clients and associates. This often leads to blind spots, limiting our perspectives to how we do business and who we are attracting. In this informative talk, Marin County’s Dristict Attorney, Lori Frugoli will share some of the insights that she and her team have learned and incorporated into creating a more diverse and inclusive community: a community where collaboration, listening and empowering voices and views takes precedence. These practices have taken the relationship between community and local government to a whole new level.

Bio: Lori Frugoli is a lifelong resident of Marin County and her commitment to public service began early when she participated in a Law Enforcement Ride-a-Long program while attending Terra Linda High School. Throughout her career, Lori has been a pioneer, “breaking the glass ceiling” in law enforcement. Whilst attending law school, Lori worked at the Marin County Sheriff’s Office. Then in 1990, she became a Deputy District Attorney and more recently, District Attorney for the County of Marin. She has won numerous awards for her service to the community including the Jeannette Prandi Center’s Champion for Children Award for her commitment to the youth of Marin, The Outstanding Prosecutor Award, as well gaining a reputation in the community for treating all people with respect and professionalism.