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Bruce Starr, a lifelong Oregonian and dedicated public servant, served over 20 years in Oregon’s State House and Senate, championing conservative values and transportation advancements like the Jobs and Transportation Act. A Hillsboro native and Portland State graduate, Bruce is also a small business owner and Dundee City Councilor. He and his wife Rebecca are active community members and strong Christians, proud parents of two adult children.

Cate Arnold, a former Beaverton City Councilor with 16 years of service, is passionate about building healthy, efficient communities. A Houston native, Cate worked on NASA's Space Shuttle program before moving to Oregon in 1985. She has held leadership roles in local organizations, from Girl Scouts to Habitat for Humanity projects. Now an empty nester, she continues to champion informed decision-making and community engagement through her role with the Forum.

Eric Schmidt, a Washington County resident since 1983, is a retired journalist and policy manager. His career included work as a news anchor/reporter and as a communications manager for the Association of Oregon Counties. Since retiring, Eric produces and hosts community affairs programming for TVCTV. A Beaverton resident, he enjoys life with his wife, Suzann, and their Schnauzers, Dieter and Schatzie, while remaining active in local civic efforts.

Cecilia Giron, founder of Giron & Associates, specializes in culturally specific coaching and community engagement. With over 20 years of leadership in equity-focused initiatives, she has impacted countless Latinx families and youth across Oregon. A recipient of the “Women of Achievement Award,” Cecilia collaborates with nonprofits and schools to create culturally relevant programs. Originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, she continues to serve through advocacy and recovery efforts for underserved communities.

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Miguel Cholula is an Education and Training Manager at PBDG, supporting small businesses across Oregon. With a background in education and community engagement, including roles at Bridging Cultures and the Hillsboro School District, Miguel is dedicated to fostering collaboration and economic development. He is a former board member of Adelante Mujeres and an active community volunteer.

Karla Reyes is a Cloud Platform Release Manager at Plume Design, bringing extensive experience in software development and release engineering from Tesla, Nike, and Intel. With a passion for diversity in tech, she leads initiatives supporting Hispanic advocacy and women in technology, combining her technical expertise with a commitment to inclusion.

Shireen is a 19-year Beaverton resident who delights in civic engagement and strengthening the fabric of her community. With a background in nonprofit management, she is looking forward to contributing to the success of the Forum in helping our communities connect with and understand the various organizations and their activities that affect Washington County.

Jorge has lived in Hillsboro since 1986.