LEE KANON ALPERT

Attorney, Arbitrator and Mediator / Host of “Parallax Forum” TV program
Alpert & Barr – Most Wise GOALmodel speaker

Lee is a founding shareholder of the Alpert & Barr Law Firm, located in Encino for 27 years. His practice for the past near 30 years has specialized in business, real estate, government relations and strategic planning, and he serves as a well-respected business and construction mediator and arbitrator. Both Lee and his firm have been recognized by legal, business, political and civic organizations for their ongoing commitment to improving the quality of law and lawyer’s best practices, the quality of the political process and the quality of life in our communities.
Lee is a past member of the City of Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners, the first and past president of the City of Los Angeles Board of Neighborhood Commissioners, past president of the City’s Board of Building and Safety Commissioners and has served on many City, State and Federal commissions and task forces. Currently, Lee is the Chair of the Governing Board of the Encino Tarzana Regional Medical Center, Co-Chair of Speaker Emeritus Assembly member Robert Hertzberg’s Business Advisory Commission, past chair and a commissioner on the Los Angeles County Judicial Procedures Commission, Chair for the 12th LA City Council District Citizens Advisory Council for Councilman Hal Bernson, Co-Chair of the newly formed San Fernando Valley Community Advisory Commission for Councilman Jack Weiss, and actively participates in numerous other government, community and philanthropic activities.
In addition, Lee hosts Time Warner’s Los Angeles Public Affairs television program “Parallax Forum”. He is the recipient of the prestigious Fernando Award for a lifetime of achievement in volunteerism, the Tree of Life Award from the Jewish National Fund, the Circle of Life Award (along with his immediate family) from the Jewish Home for the Aging and too many other awards and recognitions to mention. Despite his busy schedule, he somehow finds the time to speak to our program’s high school students and inspire them to achieve even more than he has in his life. His history of rising from a poor but caring family in an entirely minority neighborhood in the middle of Detroit, Michigan, to achieve what he has accomplished, provides our students with a life example of what they can do, if motivated.

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GARY BARTHELMESS

Detective LAPD – Most Life-Saving GOALmodel speaker

Gary is a LAPD Detective who supervises the Major Assault Crimes Unit, responsible for domestic violence cases in the Devonshire Division. He sees, on a daily basis, the worst cases of abuse and murder when violence enters the home. Instead of becoming immune to it or bitter from it, Gary spends much of his time speaking out about the dangers of violence in our community. He talks to high school students and warns them about dating people with controlling behaviors. He describes to them the “Cycle of Violence”, and encourages them to only participate in “Healthy” relationships. His presentation is quite shocking, but many of the kids come up after and share that either they, or a friend, or a parent are involved in a violent relationship, and they appreciate the crucial information Gary has given them.

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TONY CARDENAS

California Assemblyman – Most Inspiring GOALmodel speaker

Tony’s record in the Legislature should give him a lot to be proud of. As last year’s Chairman of the assembly Budget Committee, Tony engineered the biggest budget surplus in state history – $2.2 billion, helping to brace California for the tough times ahead. He created the state’s first before-school programs and is the only legislator to successfully reform the state lottery to make funds more accountable to our children. He wrote the most comprehensive juvenile justice reform legislation in the nation to keep kids out of gangs and off streets. Where Tony truly shines, however, is when he is talking to kids and sharing his life story. He speaks about the important lessons he learned from his parents, inspiring youth to understand that if he can make it, so can they.

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AARON FITZGERALD

Chopper 2 Reporter KCBS – Most Heroic Goalmodel speaker

Aaron works up in the sky as a News Helicopter Reporter for Channel 2. He comes from a small town and his two greatest loves include hockey and helicopters. When he realized a professional hockey career was not in his future, he focused on his other dream. He worked his way from the ground up (literally), washing the windows of other people’s helicopters at the Van Nuys Airport while taking flying lessons. Because he was so dedicated, honest and willing to work hard, Aaron stood out from other people. He was given a chance one day to fill in for a reporter at Channel 2 and he’s been there ever since. Aaron is also the hero, along with co-worker Larry Welk, who followed a Fox 11 News helicopter that was in trouble, back to the Van Nuys Airport, and pulled the cameraman and pilot to safety after they had crash landed.

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DAVID GARBER

Writer, Producer, Director – Most Determined GOALmodel speaker

David is an extremely successful writer, producer and director in the television and animation industry. He came from Boston to L.A. with no connections and only his determination. Finding that no one in Hollywood would take him seriously as a writer, he found ways to get himself recognized that were quite unique. In order to get entertainment executives interested in hiring him, he would mail out his scripts in a box full of ping-pong balls and attach a note, which read, “Now you have the balls to hire me”. It paid off, and David’s writing, directing and producing credits include: “Alien Nation”, “Automan”, “California Dreams”, “Fall Guy”, “Rags to Riches”, “Sweet Valley High”, and “The Famous Jett Jackson”.

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ADAM LEPPO

Team Leader, Washington Mutual Bank – Most Impactful GOALmodel speaker

Adam is twenty-two years old and grew up in Canoga Park. He was a fairly good kid until he reached Junior High School. He got involved with the wrong kind of friends and began getting into serious trouble. He attended El Camino High, Canoga Park High, Cleveland High, Simi High, and Royal High. He constantly ditched school to go to parties instead of class. When he was seven years old his parents divorced so he grew up with his mom and step-dad, while visiting his father every other weekend. He went from household to household and moved to different schools to try and keep out of trouble. He regrets the pain he caused his parents while he went to jail and through rehab. For a while, he even lived as a runaway. Finally, he decided that he needed to turn his life around. In 1997 he graduated from Apollo Alternative School in Simi Valley with a 4.0 GPA. He met his girlfriend while attending Apollo, and credits her for helping him to graduate and stay on the right path. Young people relate to Adam and they look up to him as well. When he speaks to kids, his message has an immediate impact on them and they don’t want to take drugs, drink, fight, ditch school or disrespect their parents anymore.

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DEREK MARQUIS

Vice President – Investments – Prudential Securities Inc. – Most GOAL-Minded GOALmodel speaker

Derek graduated from James Monroe High School in 1983. Immediately out of high school, Derek was self-motivated and determined to become successful. He attended Cal-State University of Northridge and has been a Financial Advisor for 13 years. Derek has been married for 8 years and has 2 children. He actively competes in triathlons and marathons, and hopes to qualify for the Hawaii Ironman this year. Derek recently started a new business called “Naturally Fit”: a nutrition and wellness company designed for Corporate America. He hopes to sell it to major corporations across the United States. He knows through firsthand experience how difficult it can be to become successful without role models. He thoroughly enjoys speaking to kids and giving back to his community.

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ROB PAULSEN

Voice Actor – Funniest GOALmodel speaker

Rob is the most humble guy you will ever meet, yet he is “EXTREMELY” successful as the voice of well-known cartoon characters, such as: Pinky from “Pinky and the Brain”, Yakko from “Animaniacs”, Raphael from “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”, P.J. from “Goof Troop”, Max from “Mighty Max”, and too many others to name. Originally from Detroit, this “award winning” voice actor says he’s not some great person (although I disagree), just a guy doing what he has always loved – making funny voices and getting paid for it. Kids get a real kick out of seeing the man behind the voice, and he inspires them to find out what they love – and go for it!

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KARIM PRINCE

Actor – Most Dynamic GOALmodel speaker

Karim grew up, both in L.A. and New York, overcoming many obstacles that were put in his way. He found a way to channel his energy into something positive and that includes acting, kickboxing, and hip-hop. His acting credits include starring roles in: “Freakylinks”, “Undressed”, “413 Hope Street”, “Power Rangers”, and “The Bold and the Beautiful”. He has also been featured on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer”, “Malcolm in the Middle”, “Resurrection Blvd.”, NYPD Blue and much more. Karim has a heart for young people and his energy inspires them to stop being a victim and get up and do something great. When Karim speaks “EVERYONE LISTENS”

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ERIC SENCER

Vice President, Bankruptcy/Foreclosure Washington Mutual – Most Well-Rounded GOALmodel speaker

Eric has come out of the kind of hard lifestyle that many would not survive. Not only has he survived, but also he has flourished. Although he is successful as a Washington Mutual Vice President, Eric’s real love is working with kids. He has a band called “EROCK For Kids” which makes children’s music. He has released two CD’s so far, and his lyrics are full of inspiration and life-lessons. Both teens and little kids relate to Eric’s kind and sincere way, and he is an inspiration to his own staff who also speak for the GOALmodel’s program.

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ROMAN WYDEN

Writer, Producer, Talent Agent – Bicoastal Entertainment – Most Positive GOALmodel speaker

Roman is originally from Switzerland and speaks 4 languages fluently. After feeling stifled in a country that does not encourage young people to live their dreams, he left for America. Roman’s goal in life is to write and produce positive, conscious-raising motion pictures that promote dreams and instill hope. Roman is a former employee of Bridge Focus, and has inspired thousands of kids to focus on the positive side of life. Kids really take to him and he is willing to help anyone in any way that he can. He is “Positively” great!

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Some of our past GOALmodel speakers

James Hahn

Mayor

PAY is proud to include Mayor James Hahn (pictured here are Greg Vallone (school principal), Irene Brennick (GOALmodels Director) and Mayor James Hahn.) as one of our GOALmodel speakers.
The Mayor came out to James Monroe High and spoke to 400 students, encouraging them to get involved in their community and create success by finding something they are passionate about. The kids had a lot of questions for the Mayor and he was so impressed with the school that he came back to perform his “State of the City” address there as well.

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Blinky Rodriguez

President Communities in Schools

Former World Champion “Kick Boxer” Blinky, who lost one son to gang violence and another to prison, speaks to kids about forgiveness and the importance of loving each other.

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Jolene Koester

President California State University, Northridge

Author of several scholarly books on interpersonal and multicultural communication Jolene speaks to kids about how to succeed through good communication skills.

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Jerry Plotke

Entrepreneur

Jerry is a “holocaust” survivor and speaks to kids about coming to America, working hard, and living the “American Dream”.

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James Hahn

Mayor of Los Angeles

Mayor Hahn speaks to kids about making a difference in their community.

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Tom Patti

Five time “Golden Glove” boxing champion

Tom speaks to kids about growing up with Mike Tyson, his best friend, and how they both achieved success. He also speaks about Mike’s rise and fall, and how bad choices have consequences.

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Chaz Shepherd

Actor, Singer, Songwriter

“7th Heaven”, “Set It Off”, “The Temptations”, and various other television shows and movies. Chaz speaks to kids about the importance of integrity in everything you do.

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Rocky Delgadillo

City Attorney

Graduated from Harvard with honors, 1996 “Government Official of the Year” Rocky speaks to kids about how he became successful and how if he can do it, anyone can.

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Joe Jackson

President and CEO CHOICE Technologies

Joe holds six U.S. patents, and is the inventor of the “V” chip. He spent 3 years in the 5th grade and by 7th grade dropped out of school to become a U.S. marine. He speaks to kids about the creative process and how intelligence is not always measured academically.

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Lynn Effinger

Although born with only one arm, Lynn actually played semi-pro football and even received a tryout for the Rams. Lynn speaks to kids about overcoming any obstacles that get in the way of success.

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Steve Soboroff

President Playa Del Vista

Steve was very influencial in the process of getting the Staples Center built in downtown Los Angeles. Steve speaks to kids about the steps anyone can take to achieve success.

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Ray Parker Jr.

Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Producer

He was famous during the 80’s for hits like “Ghostbusters”, “Jack & Jill”, and ‘You Can’t Change That”. Ray speaks to kids about the negative messages in some of today’s music and how violence is glamorized.

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Brenda Hampton

Executive Producer & Creator

Spelling’s number one show “7th Heaven” Brenda speaks to kids about what’s expected of them in the real world after they leave high school, and how one is most successful doing what they love.

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Eric Edwards

Actor, Comedian

Eric was very successful in many major Hollywood movies as a fat, funny guy. Eric lost 210 pounds and speaks to kids about overcoming challenges and being happy with who you are.

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Wendy Greuel

Council woman

Formerly with DreamWorks Wendy has a strong background in politics and philanthropy and is very involved in her community. She speaks to kids about the importance of giving back.

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Bruce Kalish

Producer

“Famous Jett Jackson” and other television shows Bruce struggled for many years because he did not believe in himself. He speaks to kids about a healthy sense of oneself and the importance of healthy relationships.

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Kerry Duff

Actress

Portrayed Kayla on “The Famous Jett Jackson” show. Kerry lives in Canada, but found the time to come and speak to kids about success and the value of hard work. She plans on working in the U.S., and when she’s here she promises to speak with more kids through the GOALmodels program.

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Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.

Singers Formerly with “The 5th Dimension” Marilyn and Billy have overcome a lot together and they speak to kids about commitment, honesty and integrity.

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Catherine Ryan Hyde

Critically acclaimed novelist and award-winning short story writer Started the “Pay It Forward Foundation”, after her book of the same title became a movie starring Helen Hunt, Kevin Spacey and Haley Joel Osment. She speaks to kids about leaving your back-up plan behind and going for what you really love to do.

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Kenneth Schechter

Korean War Hero The 1953 MGM movie, “Men of the Fighting Lady” was based on the true story of Ken, who landed his Skyraider, completely blind, after enemy anti-aircraft shell exploded in his face. Ken speaks to kids about the value of life and never giving up.

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Senator Richard Alarcon

Mr. Alarcon was formerly a local member of the Los Angeles City Council representing residents in the San Fernando Valley. He has worked hard on behalf of those he represents and his political career continues to expand.

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Tommy “The Hawk” Hawkins

Former Los Angeles Laker

Prior to joining the Los Angeles Dodgers as their Vice President of External Affairs, Tommy was co-host of KHJ-TV’s “Mid-Morning Los Angeles.” He was also with KABC Radio for 15 years after spending 10 years in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers and 4 years with the Cincinnati Royals.

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Bernard (Noni) Perez Jr.

Noni has spent most of his 70 years behind prison walls. Recently released from prison in April of 1999, he has learned the hard way that gangs, drugs and crime do not pay. He suffers from hepatitis C and chronic chromes disease, and he is missing one leg and two fingers. He now spends his life speaking to kids about the consequences of bad choices.

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Garth Trinidad

Host, “Chocolate City” on KCRW

Every weeknight from 10:00 PM until Midnight, Garth hosts a radio show that promotes more positive hip-hop and soul from extremely talented, but lesser known artists. Garth believes that much of today’s music directed at kids glamorizes sex and violence in an irresponsible manner. When he talks with teens, he’s honest and upfront about the dangers of toying with the gangsta lifestyle. Garth received the award for Best Radio Show at the LA Weekly Music Awards 2000. He also writes music and human-interest features and shares his talents as an illustrator with inner city youth, teaching art.

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Cameron Shayne

Martial Arts Master

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Cameron began studying the traditional Korean art of Modokwan at the age of ten. He became so skilled in Martial Arts that he found work training people in the technique. He was introduced to the entertainment industry when he took on the position of bodyguard for comedian, Carrot Top. In 1994 Cameron moved to LA and began working as a trainer/bodyguard for Pauly Shore, which led to a position as live-in bodyguard for actor, Charlie Sheen. He has also worked with his friend, Chris Tucker and the legendary Jackie Chan, as a martial arts trainer and fight scene choreographer on the movies Rush Hour 1 and 2. Currently, Cameron resides in Malibu with his wife and baby-on-the-way, and teaches people how to master their mind, body and spirit through his “Budokon system”. In his spare time, he speaks to thousands of youth, through the GOALmodels program, about the importance of integrity, character and real power.

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Steve Cooley

Los Angeles District Attorney

A winning trial prosecutor and former reserve Los Angeles Police Officer, Cooley has reshaped and revitalized that office with the most sweeping reorganization that has occurred in the last 40 years. The son of an FBI agent, Cooley grew up in the Silverlake area of LA, attending California State University, Los Angeles, where he was student body president, and USC law school. He was sworn in as District Attorney on December 4, 2000 at Cal State L.A., the same school that had named him 1998 Outstanding Alumnus. He and his wife Jana live in Toluca Lake.

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Stephanie Ross

Producer, The Tonight Show

Stephanie has been with the Tonight Show for over years and began her career under Johnny Carson. She is now the show’s Senior Segment Producer. Stephanie is extremely down to earth, and when she speaks to teens, she invites them to call her and get tickets to see the show. Stephanie’s dream is to work with local youth, teaching them how to manage money.

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The GOALmodels program has been bringing role models, such as Chaz, to speak to the students at Mid Valley Youth Center and the probation school for the past year. Many of the kids join our youth groups and begin getting involved in positive activities. GOALmodels is much more than a speaking program because we believe that “If you speak to kids they will learn something, but believe in them and they’ll change the world”.

PAY’s own GOALmodel speaker, Lee Kanon Alpert shared his story of growing up poor in Detroit, and being a minority as well. He sent the message that regardless of their color or background, the field of law is available to anyone willing to work hard enough to achieve their goals. Lee also spoke about the many different types of law and how the students should go about pursuing their interests.

After the presentation, several students seized the opportunity to speak one-to-one with Steve and Lee. PAY, Monroe High School, and all the students who took part in this rare opportunity very much appreciate these high-powered attorneys taking the time out of their busy schedules to inspire the future’s great legal minds.

Since then, PAY has built upon its predecessors’ 43 years of combined experience by developing a comprehensive spectrum of ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs) prevention, early intervention and recovery services for children, youth, adults and families.

The agency is constantly seeking new and better ways to address the changing needs of today’s young people. Each year, programs are evaluated to ensure their relevance, and new programs are investigated. The agency staff is constantly collaborating with community organizations to allow for enhancement and expansion of programs to meet the growing demand. Currently, the agency serves approximately 11,000 residents (mainly youth) in the San Fernando Valley.

Programs include: Individual and Family Counseling for families in crisis, Alcohol/Drug Prevention Program which encompasses three youth groups: Project Reachout which assists homeless/runaway youth (age 12 to 24) with medical, referral and counseling services utilizing a mobile van, Holiday Adopt-a-Family, and GOALmodels, a school-based interactive speaking program to motivate youth to have and achieve goals through positive lifestyle behaviors.

PAY Through The Years

1968

Burbank Coordinating Councils Juvenile Delinquency Committee studies need for informal youth services in Burbank.

1969

Storefront opens, staffed by non-professional volunteers, funded with community donations, providing recreational services, informal raps, but no formal counseling or parent involvement.

1970

Bridge: A Way Across incorporates.

1972-77

Volunteer professional, college and graduate students yield to professional licensed supervision of graduate interns with individual, group and family counseling; Los Angeles Police Department referrals outnumber by 4:1 Burbank Police Department referrals.

1977

Project Focus begins work in primary prevention under auspices of the Glendale Guidance Clinic.

1979

Bridge receives first Early Intervention contract in county from Los Angeles County Department of Health Services to work with at-risk youth and families.

1980

Early intervention expands to include youth not in school, and maybe on probation; multicultural specialization; UCLA’s School of Social Work begins placing students.

1981

Project Focus, located in Van Nuys, incorporates as the Focus Center for Education and Development with contract from the Los Angeles County Office of Alcohol and Drug Programs; four programs initiated: Single Parent Connection (SPC); Focus On Youth serving at risk junior high school students; Resource Center with on-site consultation services to clients ranging from school children to health care professionals, and a literature library; “It’s Up To Me” prevention curriculum distributed to schools nationwide.

1982

Community resource Management (now Community Challenges) services begin in Pacoima and Sunland Tujunga through contract with Los Angeles County Office of Alcohol Programs.

1983

Focus Center initiates CHAMPS (Choosing Healthy Alternatives Makes People Strong), a program for elementary school students, utilizing volunteers; Southern California Gas Company pays their staff for volunteer hours; Parent Guide designed.

1984

Focus Center moves to Panorama City; Facility leased in Sunland Tujunga to provide counseling services.

1985

Focus Center expands with a large conference room; the Single Parent Connection now a 15-week program with and Advisory Group of SPC graduates.

1986

Child Abuse and Aware Child program begins with State Child Abuse Prevention funding; program terminated in 1990 due to funding cuts

1987

CHAMPS redesigned to meet the needs of younger “latchkey” children; Focus Center revives commendations from Assemblymen Richard Katz and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors; SPC director interviews on “Good Morning America.”

1988

Monitored Visitation Program begins for parents involved in child custody disputes, by monitored visitation allowed by the court; program terminated in 1994 due to funding cuts.

1989

Bridge: A Way Across merges with Focus Center for Education and Development; the new agency name is Bridge Focus.

1994

The Whitecap Foundation begins funding for The Spanish Parent Connection for Spanish speaking parents.

1995

The agency moves to new corporate headquarters in Van Nuys: Celebrates 25^th Anniversary to the youth and families of the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas.

Youth Quest program begins. A program to help very high-risk youth discover positive alternatives for their future; though Scuba diving, youth are challenged physically, emotionally and spiritually; program ended in 1997 as L.A. City funding was redirected to other priorities.

1996

A new counseling office opened in Burbank following the move to Van Nuys. Counseling services were re-instituted in Tujunga after an absence of several years.

1997

Project Reachout begins; a three-year contract awarded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development provides the first and only full time street outreach program to unattached runaway/homeless youth in the San Fernando Valley; a mobile multi-purpose medical van is staffed by a nurse practitioner, mental health specialist, case management worker and others.

2000

GOALmodels program begins at James Monroe High School in North Hills. This interactive speaking program motivates students to copy, rather than envy highly successful people in the community. Through personal stories, students learn how to achieve goals by practicing positive lifestyle behaviors. The program has expanded and currently serves 3,000 students each year.

2001

Additional staff is hired, allowing establishment of two additional youth groups. The agency begins production of a television show that focuses on youth issues called “Youth In Action.” In addition, the GOAL Model program expands into Mid Valley CEC, Mid Valley Youth Center and West Hollywood Opportunity Center.

2002

The agency subcontracts with “Communities in Schools” in the Hollywood area, under one of the Schiff-Cardenas Gang Prevention Grants. In addition, GOALmodels begins expansion into Reseda High School and the Hollywood Boy’s and Girl’s Club.

2003

Adopts new name of Positive Alternatives for Youth (PAY) to better reflect our mission and services. Implemented www.itpays.org, new logo, business cards an marketing material.

Over 30 Years of Great Service

• Founded in 1970 as a nonprofit 501(c)3 agency; quality social services to youth and their families in the San Fernando Valley.
• Serve a very diverse population hungry for our services.
• Formerly known as Bridge Focus.

Employees and Hundreds of Volunteers

• Highly educated and experienced staff has over 100 years of combined service to youth. We’re fortunate to count on hundreds of volunteers for our various programs.

Counseling Services Second to None

• Provided over 1,500 counseling sessions over the last year and services over 200 clients.
• Spanish-speaking counselors available.
• Recent survey of clients show that 100% agree or strongly agree that sessions were productive and their counseling experience was successful.

Wide-Reaching and Effective Youth Development

• Directly serviced over 500 youth over the last 12 months.
• Conducted presentations and information dissemination to thousands more.
• Hundreds of alternative activities and community service projects.
• Towards No Drugs curriculum has shown the following reductions in participants: 27% cigarettes, 22% marijuana, 26% hard drugs, 9% alcohol.

Runaway and Homeless Services Just for Youth

• Custom mobile van used to address needs at the point of encounter
• Over five years of experience in dealing with chronic and near homeless
• High percentage of youth are returned to home within a month

We have long enjoyed a fine reputation as a training center for Marriage and Family Therapy interns and trainees, as well as doctoral level Psychology students. Counseling Services are provided by Master’s or doctoral level students or by individuals working on post-graduate hours needed for licensure. All trainees and interns are under the supervision of a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

We are committed to assisting clients in enhancing their sense of self-worth, as well as strengthening their relationships. It is possible to experience a richer, fuller life. It is possible to grow and learn new ways to cope with the stressors that abound in our lives.

Counseling can and does make a difference!
Families come to us in crisis; parents often feel that their children are out of control and they don’t know what to do. Counseling, Teen Group and Parents of Teens Group can and do help! People can learn new ways to build positive relationships in the family, new methods to communicate that foster mutual respect among all family members, and parents can learn to set limits, healthy consequences and share family values in ways that their children understand.

STAFF

Director of Counseling Services: Donna Ramos, M.A., M.F.T.
Clinical Supervisors: Lynn Ruffino, M.S.W., L.C.S.W.; Tilla Warner, Ph.D., M.F.T.
Clinical Services Coordinator: Karissa Provost, M.A.