Board of Directors

Bill Irwin, President

Bill is the Director of Oak Tree Ministries. He has been on the Shepherd’s Gate Board of Directors since 2006 and has volunteered in various ways throughout the ministry.

Gail Gilpin, Vice-President

Gail is the Director of Discipleship Ministries for Cornerstone Fellowship. She has been involved with Shepherd’s Gate for almost ten years, serving two 3-year terms on the Board of Directors.

Mark Williams, At Large

Mark is the Vice President of Operations at Pulte Homes. He has been involved with Shepherd’s Gate for the past eight years, and has served on the Board of Directors since 2008.

Jennifer Malakoff, Secretary

Jennifer is a local real estate professional for Alain Pinel Realtors. She has been serving on the Board of Directors since 2009.

Liz Connolly, At Large

Liz and her husband own a furniture store in Fremont. She has been on the Board of Directors since 2009 and is helping with fund-raising and development for the ministry.

Emily Nelson, At Large

Emily has been involved with Shepherd's Gate for many years as a supporter and volunteer. She has helped with planning the yearly banquet as well as being the Emcee for that event. Emily joined the Board of Directors in 2007.

Pete Rodriguez, Treasurer

Pete is the President/CEO of Exar Semi Conductor Corporation. He has served on the Board of Directors since 2006.

Steve McRee, Executive Director, non-voting Board member.

Steve has been the Executive Director of Shepherd’s Gate since 1997.

Carla McRee, Associate Director, non-voting Board member.

Carla has been the Associate Director of Shepherd’s Gate since 1997.