Board of Directors

Meet the Board

The Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce (MVCC) is a coalition of business owners, community activists, and residents who work endlessly to promote local business, assist non-profits in the area and strives to advance the visibly of the North Glendale/Foothills area.

2025 Board of Directors

Adam Franko

Branch Director
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA

Adam has worked for the Y for 15 years, previously working at the Hollywood YMCA and the Gardena-Carson Family YMCA. He has a Bachelor’s in Managament, and an MBA from University of Phoenix and is currently in the process of obtaining a Doctorate Degree in Management. Adam is also a member of the La Cañada Kiwanis Club.

Adam Franko
President

Kimberly Fraisse

Agent

Daniel Fraisse Insurance Agency

“I am delighted to be a part of the MVCC. I look forward to helping the community grow and continue to thrive. Growing up here and seeing how supportive everyone is of one another is very special. “

Kimberly Fraisse
Vice President

Sara Darby

Millenial Realtor LA

Compass

“I’m excited to be joining the Montrose-Verdugo Chamber as a way of giving back to the community that has done so much for me. I look forward to connecting with members of the community and ensuring that Montrose continues to thrive!”

Sara Darby
Secretary

Mindy Morrison

Bookkeeper

Back Office People

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Mindy Morrison
Treasurer

Directors

Sean Doorly

Sean Doorly
Director

Greg Manouchehri

Sales Manager

CashNet Solutions Inc.

“I strive to preserve and further improve our community through ensuring the economic health of local businesses and commerce. Thank you to the Montrose Valley Chamber of Commerce for allowing me the opportunity to do so!”

Greg Manouchehri
Director

Kelly Singh

Operator/Managing Partner

Divina Cucina

Kelly Singh
Director

Hovik Mossessi

IT Consultant and Owner

Nettechy

"I joined the Montrose Chamber of Commerce last December and offered to help with the Website updates and immediately got to work. I love to volunteer my time to any organization that needs it, and I’m looking forward to helping the chamber of commerce and the local businesses in our neighborhood to thrive."

Hovik Mossessi
Director

Aspet Hovanessian

Aspet Hovanessian
Director

Armine Babaian

Owner

GBP Consulting

Armine Babaian
Director

Your Office Staff

Molly Burke

Executive Director

”I am thrilled to step into the role of Executive Director of the Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce! Having grown up in this community, I’ve always been inspired by what makes it unique. My experience as Membership Administrator and working on community events has deepened my love for Montrose and fueled my passion for supporting our local businesses and culture. Working alongside our members and the community is incredibly meaningful to me, and I’m excited to help continue growing and strengthening all that makes Montrose so special. Thank you for your support, and I look forward to the exciting work ahead!"

Molly Burke
Executive Director

Real Estate Agent

Think Real Estate

” Montrose is the quaint town in the foothills above LA that no one knows about. When people visit, they discover its timeless feel and usually never leave, making it their forever home. I am excited to work for MVCC sharing the community and lifestyle Montrose has to offer.”

Nicole Schlueter
Content Creator

Members at Large

Oscar Pedraja

Oscar Pedraja
V & P Bookkeeping & Taxes

Joe Allen

Joe Allen
GPD

Past Presidents

Raffi Ashdjian

Glendale Area Schools Credit Union
Director of Marketing & Business Development

(818) 696-8107
rashdjian@gascu.org
www.gascu.org

Why I serve: Being on the Board of Directors for 2 years has groomed me for the next step of service to our business community. I am proud and honored to be the President of the Montrose~Verdugo City Chamber of Commerce. Given the roster of our past presidents, I’ve got some big shoes to fill!

Raffi Ashdjian
2020 & 2021 Past President

Chris Charles

Financial Services Professional

CA Ins. Lic. # 0K97183

C: 818.220.6700

Mission: to advocate for small businesses

Board of Directors

Meet the Board

2025 Board of Directors

Adam Franko
President

Kimberly Fraisse
Vice President

Sara Darby
Secretary

Mindy Morrison
Treasurer

Directors

Sean Doorly
Director

Greg Manouchehri
Director

Kelly Singh
Director

Hovik Mossessi
Director

Aspet Hovanessian
Director

Armine Babaian
Director

Your Office Staff

Molly Burke
Executive Director

Nicole Schlueter
Content Creator

Members at Large

Oscar Pedraja
V & P Bookkeeping & Taxes

Joe Allen
GPD

Past Presidents

Raffi Ashdjian
2020 & 2021 Past President

Chris Charles
2019 Past President

George Pondella
2018 Past President

Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber Of Commerce

Board of Directors

Meet the Board

2025 Board of Directors

Directors

Armine Babaian Director

Your Office Staff

Molly Burke Executive Director

Members at Large

Oscar Pedraja V & P Bookkeeping & Taxes

Joe Allen GPD

Past Presidents

Raffi Ashdjian 2020 & 2021 Past President

Chris Charles 2019 Past President

George Pondella 2018 Past President

Montrose-Verdugo City Chamber Of Commerce

Armine Babaian
Director

Molly Burke
Executive Director

Oscar Pedraja
V & P Bookkeeping & Taxes

Joe Allen
GPD

Raffi Ashdjian
2020 & 2021 Past President

Chris Charles
2019 Past President

George Pondella
2018 Past President