“WHAT INSPIRED ME TO PURSUE THIS POSITION was the quality of interaction between the staff and the individuals served,” said Bob Phillips, Cedars’ newly named Executive Director. “The jewel of The Cedars is the energy of the human spirit that is evidenced here.”

Bob comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the non-profit sector. Most recently, he served as the President and CEO of Guide Dogs for the Blind, providing transformational leadership to this national Marin County-based organization.

Phillips prepares Christmas dinner with Cedars’ resident Toni Johnston

“Our role,” said Bob, “is not only to provide services to our residents and day program participants, but to support their families and friends as well.” Bob is looking forward to continuing to build a vibrant community inspired and enriched by our deepening connection and true adventure in human interaction.

President’s Letter

DEAR FRIENDS OF THE CEDARS,
After an extensive nationwide search for a new Executive Director, our board selected a candidate who has spent his entire professional life in the San Francisco Bay Area. Bob Phillips is the ideal choice to further fulfill our mission and lead The Cedars into an exciting new era.

The Cedars Board of Directors was particularly impressed with Bob’s history of strong advocacy for people with disabilities and their families, and his reputation for effective collaboration with staff, volunteers, and constituents.

It’s the energy, enthusiasm and mutual respect evidenced in the relationships between staff and program participants at The Cedars that excites Bob. We agree that building trust, teamwork and interdependency among all constituents of The Cedars will spur connection and growth in all areas.  >MORE