Peter Marcus serves the community as the President and CEO for Goodwill Industries of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. An accomplished leader, Pete leads the organization through innovation and passion in order to make a positive impact in the local community. He has worked at Goodwill since February 2014. Prior to Goodwill he spent time at the County of Ventura, Salem Media Group, and launched a start-up company.
Pete is a local guy who cares about his community. He was born and raised in Ventura County. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from California State University Northridge, and a Master’s of Science in Business Administration from California State University, Channel Islands.
Outside of the office, Pete can be seen coaching youth sports, donating time to help other local non-profits and helping the community with his volunteer efforts through the local Rotary club.
Spreading word throughout the community about our organization helps it grow and flourish. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors are our ambassadors who advocate for Goodwill’s mission.
Board of Directors
Peter Marcus, President/CEO Goodwill Industries VSB
Manny De La Huerta,
Director Smart & Final
Jonathan Fox, Board Chair
86 Costs
Mark Spellman Vice Chair Lazer Media
Sharon Roberts, Senior Director Soares, Sandall, Bernacchi and Petrovich LLP
Indy Batra, Secretary MJP Technologies, Inc.
Paul Farry, Senior Director CBRE
Steven Buenger, Director Buenger Commercial Real Estate, Inc.
Cynthia Herrera Director
Ventura County Community College District
Pastor Jim Olaiz Jr. Director Shepherd’s Watch Ministries
David Mead, Treasurer / Senior Director Prospera Law, LLP
Israel “Izzy” Santiago Director
Edward Jones Financial Advisor
Ricardo Vazquez Director
Andrew Peralta Director Data Engineer
Amy Towner Director Health Care Foundation for Ventura County