November 2023

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa THE WOMAN OF Michelle Zwirek, Director of Sales and Marketing With years of expertise in the luxury resorts industry, Michelle Zwirek successfully turned her love for travel into a rewarding career. As the Director of Sales and Marketing for Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Michelle oversees a resort in one of the largest privately held hotel portfolios in North America. “I’m excited to play a part in attracting the NCAA Women and Men’s Golf Championships to the resort for the next three years, just in time to enjoy our new Champions golf course and newly refreshed resort.” Passionate about expanding female empowerment, Michelle has volunteered with CASA (Court Appointed Child Advocate) and taught Financial Empowerment for the YWCA.

Lions, Tigers & Bears THE WOMAN OF

Bobbi Brink, Founder, Director, and Vice President

Since 1990, Bobbi has made it her personal mission to end the abuses that stem from the exotic animal trade by advocating for captive big cats, bears, and other exotic animals. Nestled in Alpine, California, Lions Tigers & Bears operates a non-profit sanctuary and education center that provides a lifetime haven to over 60 abused and abandoned exotic animals, ensuring these animals live out their lives with dignity in a safe and caring environment. “To animals born in captivity and fated to be ignored and abused, I’ve dedicated this organization.”

2100 Costa Del Mar Road Carlsbad, California 92009 760-438-9111 omnilacosta.com

24402 Martin Way Alpine, California 91901 619-659-8078 lionstigersandbears.org

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