February 2025

On the Move

4 The 222 taps Partridge as education programmer The 222 is welcoming Erin Partridge as education programmer.

In an announcement, Interim CEO Joe O’Hehir stated, “With the opening of our Healthy Aging Campus, it’s crucial to have a strong leadership team. We’re thrilled to welcome Brad and Amy, whose expertise will be invaluable as we expand our services.” Kinnish brings over 25 years of finance experience, including roles at Marin Software and Aryaka Networks. He holds a BA in business and accounting from the University of Washington. McConnell, a former attorney, has extensive nonprofit experience, previously serving as chief development officer at Huckleberry Youth Programs. She holds a JD from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco, and a BA in philosophy from Colgate University. 4 Healdsburg School welcomes new head The Healdsburg School

Bourbon and limited editions such as Grizzly Beast Bourbon and Rocket Top Rye. The new distillery, located on Mare Island, features a Vendome pot column hybrid still and includes a barrel room, tasting room, speakeasy bar and event space. Redwood Empire will offer tours, tastings, dining and exclusive releases, with a full transition expected by January 2025.

Partridge is a board- certified art therapist with a PhD in art therapy, and

certified forest therapy guide. She approaches her work through lived human experience, with an art-based, participatory and ethnographic focus. Her work emphasizes nurturing authentic curiosity, connection and well-being. Erin Partridge

4 Marinwood Housing Project seeks loan

On Dec. 17, the Marin

County Board of Supervisors considered a $6.25 million loan from the Affordable

4 TCS Insurance acquisitions TCS Insurance, a

boutique advisory firm, has acquired the Downey Group, an executive life insurance and estate planning firm. Founded by David J. Downey over 60

Housing Trust Fund for the Marinwood Apartments project. The development would create 125 affordable homes in the Marinwood neighborhood, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, and a ground-floor cafe. Approved on Dec. 6, the project is the first under the county's new housing priority site standards. The homes will be available to households earning 30% to 70% of the area median income. 4 RCU opens a new branch in San Anselmo Redwood Credit Anselmo at 894 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in the Red Hill Shopping Center. The branch offers two walk-up ATMs, notary services, competitive personal and business loans, free checking, home and auto loans, high-yield savings options, and concierge auto-buying services. Comfortable technology areas are available for members to bank online, with staff ready to assist. This is RCU's fourth branch in Marin County, providing a convenient location for financial services. Branch hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Union (RCU) has opened a new full-service branch in San

announces Tracie Mastronicola as its new head of school. Mastronicola, who joined in summer 2024 from San Francisco Friends School, brings extensive experience in education

TCS Insurance

years ago, the Downey Group is known for custom insurance solutions. The acquisition will offer Downey Group clients access to more advisors, improved customer service and expanded product offerings, a company announcement says. The Downey Group will become Downey, a TCS company, with all employees remaining in place. Full integration is expected in the coming months.

Tracie Mastronicola

and leadership. Her appointment coincides with the school earning accreditation from the California Association of Independent Schools and renewing its International Baccalaureate accreditation for the Primary Years Program. Originally from New York, Mastronicola holds a BS and MS in environmental science and chemistry from the University of Virginia. 4 Redwood Empire Whiskey acquires luxury distillery Derek Benham, owner of Redwood

4 Vivalon appoints new CFO and CDO Vivalon, a nonprofit

dedicated to enhancing the independence, health and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities, announces the appointments of Brad Kinnish as chief financial officer and Amy Carlson McConnell as chief development officer. Kinnish will oversee

Empire Whiskey, announced the acquisition of Savage & Cooke distillery. The investment allows Redwood Empire to meet growing

Brad Kinnish

financial management, forecasting, reporting and risk management. McConnell will lead the development department, focusing on donor cultivation and acquisition.

demand and maintain high quality, while creating a premier destination for whiskey enthusiasts, the company said in an announcement. Founded in 2014, Redwood Empire Whiskey includes releases like Pipe Dream

Amy Carlson McConnell

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