Our Team

At the heart of the Los Angeles Jazz Society is a deep commitment to jazz education—especially for young people. Our mission is to inspire future audiences and support the next generation of jazz musicians by nurturing talent and fostering a lifelong appreciation for jazz through dynamic educational programs.

Guiding this work is Our Team—an all-volunteer board made up of dedicated jazz advocates who bring their passion, expertise, and vision to everything we do.

Board of Trustees

Officers

John Clayton LAJS HS

John Clayton

Artistic Chair

 

Lois Saffian LAJS HS

Lois Saffian

President; Director of Development.

Ira Nepus LAJS HS

Ira Nepus

1st VP; Director – Bill Green Mentorship Program

Shari Hoffman LAJS HS

Shari Hoffman

2nd Vice President

 

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Rita Zwern

Treasurer; Director – Jazz In Schools

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Julie Berghofer

Secretary; Director – Young Musicians Showcase

Trustees

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Lauren Baba

 

 

Loren Battley LAJS HS

Loren Battley

 

 

Kirsten Edkins LAJS HS

Kirsten Edkins

 

 

Kevin Kanner

 

 

Mark_miller

Mark Christian Miller

 

 

Michael Todd LAJS HS

Michael Todd

 

 

Angelo Valesquez LAJS HS

Angelo Velasquez

 

 

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Max Wrightson

Director – Jeff Clayton New Note Award 

Advisors

*In Memoriam