Meet the ALF Team

Bonnie Ferreira

Chief Executive Officer

Bonnie Ferreira is the Chief Executive Officer of the American Leadership Forum (ALF) Mountain Valley Chapter and brings nearly 30 years of experience in the healthcare and nonprofit sectors.

Ferreira joined ALF as CEO in 2009 and has played a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission: to create a growing and diverse network of leaders with the skills, trust, and relationships to work collaboratively for the greater good of the Sacramento region. Under her leadership, ALF’s powerful network—representing a wide range of ethnicities, religions, orientations, and identities—has grown to more than 650 Senior Fellows across 385 organizations, 18 industry sectors, and eight counties.

Prior to joining ALF, Ferreira was recognized for her leadership in expanding access to healthcare for underserved communities. She successfully secured Sacramento’s first Federal Medically Underserved Area (MUA) designation through the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development.

Ferreira later served as Executive Director of Cover the Kids and concurrently as Executive Director of Healthy Kids, Healthy Future, a public nonprofit that managed the Healthy Kids insurance product. In these roles, she worked closely with leading advocacy organizations to develop legislation that helped establish a sustainable statewide children’s health coverage model.

In recognition of her work, Ferreira received a Joint Members Resolution from then–Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg and then–California State Assembly Speaker Karen Bass. Her efforts also led to the creation of the statewide advocacy organization California Children’s Health Initiatives (CCHI), where she served as Chair. Under her leadership, CCHI operated in 29 counties and helped insure more than 150,000 previously uninsured low-income children.

Bonnie lives in Elk Grove California and has two sons, Andres and Sebastian.

Angela Mellon

Operations and Program Coordinator

Angela Mellon is the Operations and Program Coordinator for the American Leadership Forum – Mountain Valley Chapter (ALF-MVC). In this role, she supports the Chief Executive Officer in the daily operations of the organization and helps coordinate ALF programs and initiatives. Her work includes supporting the nominations process, coordinating program logistics and regional events, managing data systems, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day administrative operations that support the ALF network. She also assists in planning and organizing gatherings and programs that bring together Fellows, community leaders, and partners from across the region.

Prior to joining ALF-MVC, Angela was co-owner of ProTerp Manufacturing LLC in Woodland, California. In that role, she managed the company’s compliance and operational systems, including METRC, the state-mandated inventory control platform, and Backbone, the company’s operating system. She also oversaw facility monitoring systems such as climate control, security, and air quality, and contributed to human resources efforts that supported a positive and productive workplace environment.

Angela is organized, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning. She takes pride in supporting collaborative leadership, coordinating meaningful programs and events, and strengthening the networks that help communities thrive.

Angela enjoys spending time with family and being outdoors. She finds joy in gardening, cooking, and creating welcoming spaces where people can gather, connect, and share a meal. Whether tending her garden or preparing food for friends and loved ones, she values the simple moments that bring people together and build a sense of community.

Dylan Deen 

Development and Communications Associate

Dylan Deen is the Development and Communications Associate for ALF-MVC. In this role, she supports the organization’s communications, development efforts, and member engagement. Her work includes developing newsletter and website content, managing communications to members and partners, supporting Senior Fellows programming, and assisting in the planning, fundraising and execution of ALF events and initiatives.

Dylan also coordinates event logistics, prepares program and committee materials, and supports the organization’s growing network through communications, outreach, and data management. She works closely with staff, Senior Fellows, and community partners to help advance ALF-MVC’s mission and strengthen its leadership network.

Prior to joining ALF-MVC, Dylan worked at California Valley Nut Company where she managed documentation related to the importing and exporting of agricultural goods, including financial documents, bills of lading, and phytosanitary certificates.

Passionate about agriculture and maintaining wealth within the community, Dylan also plays an active role in the Yuba City Certified Farmers Market, helping manage over 75 vendors while supporting the Silva Orchards booth.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family.