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Meet the PFSA Staff

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John A.R. Salvador

Chief Executive Officer

Born in San Jose, CA, former resident of Santa Clara for 38 years and a current resident of Patterson. Served as Chairman of the PFSA Business Board of Directors from July 2009 thru November 1, 2015. Past Secretary-Treasurer/CEO of SES a composing Society of PFSA and a lifetime member.

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Bernice Armas-Martinez

Executive Secretary

Bernice Armas-Martinez was raised in San Jose, CA after her family emigrated from Mexico. Over the many years of experience in the insurance industry, she strives to provide a high level of excellence in customer service. She is very enthusiastic to grow with the PFSA family and gain knowledge of the Portuguese fraternal traditions. Bernice and her husband Juan have three amazing children, Dominik, Christopher, and Kat. Bernice and her family are very passionate about helping others.

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Angie De Anda

Executive Treasurer

Born in Oakdale, CA, and resides in Modesto, CA, where she was raised and has lived for most of her life. She obtained a B.S. Degree in Accounting and a B.S. Degree in Business Management from Humphrey's College, in Stockton CA. She has 23 years of work history experience with diverse qualifications in both accounting and management; where she has been fully responsible for many core leadership and accounting functions. She is a mother of three young adults; a son and two daughters, and the grandmother of an adorable curly-haired two-year-old girl.

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Jerry Escobar

Fraternal Activities Director/Marketing

Jerry was born in San Jose, California and raised in nearby Santa Clara after his family emigrated to the US from Faial, Azores. He has a background in design, branding, and community engagement. Prior to PFSA, he worked in high tech marketing and brand management consulting. In his role, he uses his passion for Portuguese culture and marketing to design programs that actively engage our members, promote our heritage, and give back to the community.

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Addie Medeiros

Addie has been working for the PFSA since 2004 and really enjoys assisting all our members. Addie loves spending time with her family especially her seven grandchildren.

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Dominique Higgins

Publisher/ Member Services/ Part-Time Sales Agent

Born in Fremont, CA and currently residing in Modesto, CA. Dominique started with PFSA in February of 2019. Dominique started as the receptionist/ member services representative and is now the PFSA Publisher. Dominique has over 8 years of experience in customer service and finds great reward in using those skills to help our members in whatever way possible. Dominique’s so excited to be a part of PFSA and is loving to get to know everyone involved with the PFSA family.

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Tiffany Sheppa

Accounting Technician

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Alicia Marie Ray

Claims Processor/ Member Services

Alicia has always been there for others. No matter the situation, whether known or not, she shows compassion and empathy. Taking pride in her Portuguese heritage she’s ready to go the extra mile for PFSA and its members. Alicia loves to read, watch TV shows, and crochet.

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Sandra Crivello

Receptionist / Member Services

Sandra is from Tracy California after her family emigrated from Terceira. Sandra has many years of experience in Customer Service and Management. She has 2 sons that she loves spending time with and making memories. In her past time, she enjoys painting and reading. Sandra also enjoys helping others and is beyond excited to be part of the PFSA team.

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1100 14th Street, Suite E

Modesto, CA 95354

Phone: (209) 702-6364