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2014 Woman of the Year Awards

San Diego Magazine — Fri, 02 May 2014 01:45:00 +0000

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Cheryl Goodman

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

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2014 Woman of the Year Awards

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2014 Woman of the Year Awards

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2014 Woman of the Year Awards

San Diego Magazine — Fri, 02 May 2014 01:45:00 +0000

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Eddie Garcia III E3 Photography

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Cheryl Goodman

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Woman of the Year Awards logo

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

USD

2014 Woman of the Year Awards

Mana

6Degrees

Hera Hub

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Spotlight on Women: Marjory Kaplan

San Diego Magazine — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 07:54:00 +0000

Marjory Kaplan

What is your background? I was in the corporate world in banking, both in human resources and investments. When I moved to San Diego from San Francisco, I spent some time in banking with Wells Fargo and also with Scripps Foundation. I joined the Jewish Community Foundation San Diego 20 years ago, and three years ago the chair was endowed by Miriam and Jerome Katzin.

Jewish Community Foundation San Diego is the largest grant maker in San Diego. Why is that? The Jewish community is very generous, although not all members are Jewish. People choose our foundation because we build trust through good service, and we manage their donor-advised funds well. In 2012 we gave away $98 million. Since its inception in 1967, the foundation has given $859 million, and we want to reach our billion-dollar goal within the next couple of years.

What is the advantage of a foundation? It is a convenient way and a community-minded way to give. There are some tax benefits. It is more focused giving and more strategic.

How many researchers do you have? Our total staff is 16. They are all very dedicated, hardworking and skilled in what they do. We have longevity with our staff. Sometimes I have to remind them when it is time to go home.

What drives you? This is such a great position for a person with my background to be able to serve the community. Corporate human resources and investments—one is knowing about people and management, and the other is knowing about the financial world.

What is your life away from work? Work is very life-giving, but everyone needs to get away. I go back to San Francisco. I love to read, so I frequent my favorite bookstores in San Francisco. I enjoy hiking. I have great friends and a wonderful husband. This is such a joyful position. I have been teaching Positive Board Cultures at the USD Governance Symposium for the past three years.

How do you mentor? There are a lot of ways to mentor. Look around your world. It is just being the person you are. It’s a generosity of spirit that we all need to show each other. We need to share the glory and give credit to others. I am interested in mentoring on the management side. We need more positive managers who will really encourage and develop people.

How do you support the community? I work with many organizations including the Grantmakers, Association of Fundraising Professionals, University of San Diego, and others.

What is your advice to others? The most important thing is to take care of yourself. Figure out what you need to do and then do it. You can be really good at what you do, but you have to show kindness and gratitude to make it work. People can excel through discipline, competence and gratitude.

Which of your accomplishments are you most proud of? Building an organization that has so much trust in the community and one that passes on to generations of families. One of my most gratifying roles is helping people plan their charitable legacies. It often feels like a sacred moment to be the one carrying out their wishes after a lifetime of involvement.

What would you be doing if you were not with the foundation? I would continue working in the community, teaching, mentoring. Our city is large enough to be interesting and small enough to be friendly.

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Spotlight on Women: Marjory Kaplan

San Diego Magazine — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 07:54:00 +0000

Marjory Kaplan

What is the advantage of a foundation? It is a convenient way and a community-minded way to give. There are some tax benefits. It is more focused giving and more strategic.

How do you support the community? I work with many organizations including the Grantmakers, Association of Fundraising Professionals, University of San Diego, and others.

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Spotlight on Women: Cathryn Rameriez

San Diego Magazine — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 06:28:00 +0000

Cathryn Ramirez

What is your background with Tiffany?

I started in 1988 at the South Coast Plaza store. When the first store opened in San Diego in 1992, I came here as a sales professional. I grew up in a family-owned jewelry business in Texas. My father encouraged me to go to work for a jeweler when I completed my Graduate Gemologist certification from GIA, and to work for the best. He suggested that I apply at Tiffany & Co.

What is your current position?

I am one of five group directors in this region. I have held many positions during my 25 years with Tiffany.

I understand that you will be inducted into the Tiffany & Co. “Twenty-Five Year Club.” What does it mean to be inducted into this club?

As I celebrate my 25 years of service, part of the recognition is being inducted into the club on September 20 at a luncheon at the St. Regis Hotel in New York. I will also be gifted with a commemorative piece of jewelry. I am one of two employees who has worked in branches outside our New York store for this long.

How have you managed your life as a wife and mother along with your career?

I have been committed to my career, and at the same time I have been an involved wife and parent. My family has always come first. At times I was forced to decide if I wanted to leave San Diego for a major city, and I knew I could not leave. The company has allowed me to make decisions that benefit my family life, and remain in this region.

How do you handle the business travel?

My husband, Dave, travels a lot, but he has a home-based office so when he is in town, he is able to be involved in our children’s activities. I am grateful for our partnership because neither of us could do it all.

How much down time do you have?

I take an annual trip with a group to Canyon Ranch. That is the only thing I do that is just for me. I spend that five days of time to refocus myself. The rest of my time away from the store I try to make quality time with family.

Do you own the jewelry you wear?

Absolutely. There are a few occasions where Tiffany is a sponsor of an event and we are showing jewelry, for which I wear company jewelry, but other than that it is all mine.

How much do you spend on jewelry?

I couldn’t tell you because my husband has no idea, and I have to keep it a secret.

How do you discipline yourself when it comes to buying?

My purchases for myself are the same as if I were buying for a client. I select items that complement my lifestyle and other pieces that I already own.

If you were not with Tiffany, where else might you be?

Certainly not in the jewelry business. After 25 years, I bleed Tiffany blue blood. I have such respect for the brand that I could not be anywhere else.

What do you consider your greatest accomplishment?

I make my greatest contribution by mentoring and developing people. If I help someone succeed in their career and I have a little piece of their success, that is my greatest accomplishment.

How does Tiffany give back?

By supporting as many organizations as we possibly can. In addition, the Tiffany Foundation supports organizations pertaining to environment and preserving parks. Personally, I work with my daughter in National Charity League and with my son in Teen Volunteers in Action.

Will you retire from Tiffany?

I hope to.

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